Dental disease is one of the most common complaints we see in veterinary practice. In fact, about 3 out of 4 dogs and cats over the age of 2 years of age have some degree of dental disease. So what is it dental disease in my pet? Dental disease, or more correctly, periodontal disease (meaning…
Continue readingPet Diabetes Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a disease of glucose metabolism. It occurs most commonly in dogs, cats and guinea pigs. Glucose is required by every cell in the body for energy, and insulin is the hormone that allows the glucose to move from the blood into the cell so it can be used. Insulin…
Continue readingWhat is a pet behavioural service and what does it offer you? NEVS offers behavioural consultations with Emma, who has a particular interest in behaviour and is completing a year of further study this year with a view to sitting membership exams next year. Emma’s interest in behaviour began when she acquired a dog with severe…
Continue readingWhat is Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (GDV)? Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (often called “GDV” or “bloat”) is a life-threatening condition in which the stomach fills with air (dilatation) and twists upon itself (volvulus). How does it occur? Production of gas is a normal part of the digestive process. Bloat occurs when something prevents the normal…
Continue readingCranial cruciate ligament (CrCL) disease is a very common cause of hindlimb lameness in dogs. Partial or complete rupture of the CrCL can occur causing instability of the stifle joint (knee). Injury can cause acute pain and over time leads to chronic degeneration of the joint, cartilage wear, and in some cases meniscal injury (cartilage…
Continue readingPeople often ask how often their pet needs vaccinating: it’s one of the most common questions I hear in consultation. There are varying opinions but most vets will ground their recommendations in science. Most vaccines are registered for yearly use. This means they will guarantee efficacy for a 12 month period after the initial puppy…
Continue readingIt’s that time of the year again, the clocks have been set back and it seems to be getting colder and darker by the day. As we approach winter you may start to notice that your pets, especially the older ones, are starting to slow down. It’s probably just that it’s cold and they are…
Continue readingHere at NEVS we utilise and adhere to the low-stress handling guidelines outlined by the Low-Stress Handling University. This movement, pioneered by Marty Becker and the late Sophia Yin in America is gaining fast momentum all over the world. So what is Low-Stress Handling and why is it important for you, your pet, and us? Every…
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