Dog Eat Dog: What I’ve Learnt Going Out on My Own
I went out on my own as a mobile vet because I wanted to make things easier for the pets (and people) who find clinics hard. Anxious dogs. Cats that turn feral the moment the carrier comes out. Elderly pets with sore hips. Owners who are doing their best but can’t physically get to a […]
Have You Just Found Out Your Dog Has Cruciate Ligament Disease? Here’s a Simple Guide to What That means
Introduction The cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) is the main stabiliser of a dog’s knee (stifle) joint. When this ligament is damaged—most often by gradual degeneration rather than sudden trauma—it can cause pain, lameness, and a rapid decline in quality of life. CCL disease is one of the most common orthopaedic conditions affecting Australian dogs. Understanding […]
Canine Atopic Dermatitis: A Practical Guide for Pet Owners
Canine atopic dermatitis (also called atopy, atopic eczema, allergic dermatitis, canine atopic skin disease, or simply “chronic allergies”) is one of the most common—and most frustrating—skin conditions in dogs. You might also hear it referred to as “allergic skin disease,” “allergic dermatitis,” “ATP,” or “environmental allergies.” No matter the name, it’s a chronic, inflammatory disease […]