by Berwick Vet | May 31, 2023 | Community, Pet Advice, Uncategorized
Along with positive socialisation, training and appropriate nutrition, castration is often considered a key component of responsible dog ownership. As well as preventing accidental mating, castration can be beneficial in preventing specific testosterone related...
by Berwick Vet | May 29, 2023 | Bravery Award, Community, Patient of the Month, Pet Advice, Uncategorized
Meet Harry, the extraordinary 11 year old tabby cat, who has faced a series of health challenges with unwavering courage. Harry’s health troubles began when he was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism in 2022, a condition caused by an overactive thyroid gland....
by Berwick Vet | May 3, 2023 | Bravery Award, Community, Patient of the Month, Pet Advice, Uncategorized
In her twilight years, Missy the 15 year old Pomeranian x Jack Russell Terrier already had plenty going on with her health with the beginnings of kidney disease, and also heart disease to boot. However, after her last heat cycle, her owners noticed that she had...
by Berwick Vet | Apr 11, 2023 | Community, Pet Advice, Uncategorized
Recent weather conditions have resulted in heavy mushroom sprouting in a number of areas. While not all mushrooms are toxic to dogs, some can be extremely dangerous and even deadly if ingested. The severity of toxicity can depend on the type of mushroom ingested, the...
by Berwick Vet | Apr 3, 2023 | Community, Pet Advice, Uncategorized
Easter is a wonderful time of the year for family, especially for our human children, but it can unfortunately be a very dangerous time for our fur babies. Easter time usually sees an influx of new and edible hazards being brought into the home, and it’s important...
by Berwick Vet | Mar 29, 2023 | Bravery Award, Community, Patient of the Month, Pet Advice, Uncategorized
The happiest of boys, Zeus the 5 month old XL Bully, was due to come in recently for his post op check following a dental procedure. His owners rang unexpectedly earlier that day to say that suddenly Zeus’ handsome muzzle had become incredibly swollen and red and...
