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BRAVERY AWARD SEPTEMBER 2020
Like most of us, Rollzie loves a good nap in the fresh air and sunshine - but as we all know, too much sun exposure can have serious consequences on our skin and overall health. When Rollzie’s Mum noticed several non-healing scabs on his tummy area she brought...
A little bit of wee goes a long way
A urine test is a simple and effective method for us to check the health of your pet’s urinary system. A urine test provides a large amount of information on the health of your pet and can be helpful in identifying conditions such as bladder stones and obstructions,...
BRAVERY AWARD AUGUST 2020
We met the gorgeous Fletch a year ago when he began urinating blood. Radiographs revealed the presence of a bladder stone, which was surgically removed. Fletch recovered well at home, maintained on a balanced urinary diet alongside regular urine testing. Fast forward...
Taking care of teeth at home
The development of dental disease in pets can be affected by the animal’s breed, oral anatomy, diet and age. Dental disease is one of the most common problems we see in veterinary practice and it needs to be managed with a multi-targeted approach. Regular check-ups...
Bravery Award July 2020
Pet owners are often hesitant to manage dental disease in their older pets if it involves a general anaesthetic – and rightly so. Anaesthetics pose a risk for all patients, and this risk certainly increases with age. If these concerns resonate with you, perhaps...
How to care for an elderly cat
Thanks to better nutrition, disease prevention and proper home care, cats are now living longer than ever before. Senior cats have recently been redefined as cats over the age of 11 years, but it’s not uncommon for us to see a ‘super-senior’ feline over the age of 15...
Bravery Award June 2020
Meet Jia Jia – one very lucky little kitten. This little guy presented to BVH after several days of vomiting. He was very dehydrated and lethargic, and on examination Dr. Tracy could feel an abnormality within his intestines. Unfortunately, his family were going...
What to do if your pet has tummy troubles
At some point in your pet's life, they will probably experience a gastrointestinal upset. Symptoms may include vomiting, diarrhoea and nausea. It can be distressing for you and your pet, and it's sometimes hard to know what you should do. We have simplified the facts,...
Clyde Road Level Crossing Removal – Works Alert
As many of you will be aware, the level crossing at Clyde Road in Berwick is set for removal by 2022. As the works progress, we will endeavour to keep you informed of any upcoming delays or detours that may affect your visits to see us. We have been notified that the...
How to help our pets deal with a return to work post COVID-19
Since the Covid lifestyle has become the 'new norm', we are spending much more time at home, together with our furry friends. We love being with them, and they love being with us - so this is a great situation right? Fortunately or unfortunately we will resume our...