Dogs

What is Cushing's disease in dogs?

Dogs with Cushing’s syndrome produce excessive amounts of cortisol. This can have harmful effects on other organs and on the ability of the body to regulate itself.

As the temperature drops and winter sets in, it’s important to ensure your dog stays healthy, happy, and warm.

What is BOAS?

BOAS stands for Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome. This syndrome is a pathological condition affecting short-nosed dogs and cats can lead to severe respiratory distress.

Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that affects the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar (glucose) levels, resulting in the level of glucose in the blood being too high or too low. Glucose is a crucial source of energy for cells and tissues in the body, and its levels are normally tightly controlled by the hormone insulin, which is produced in the pancreas.

Ear problems in dogs encompass inflammation and a range of infections and accompanying symptoms. In this article, At St Anne's Vets, we will delve into the factors that commonly contribute to these problems.

At St Anne's Vets we have created a detailed guide offering potential solutions if your dog begins to experience incontinence in their later years.

Bringing a new puppy into your home is an exciting and memorable time and we hope your new companion will bring you many happy times in the years ahead. Our team of vets, nurses and receptionists are here to guide and advise you on the best care and attention needed to give you a well-behaved, healthy pet.

Moving house is a stressful time both for people and dogs. When you reach your new home, establish an area where your dog will sleep and place his bed and toys there so that he has a place that he can consider his own.

What should I consider if I plan to travel or move house with my dog?
Both travelling and moving house with a dog require a great deal of planning to ensure that the change in environment is introduced as smoothly as possible.

The death of all pets in any circumstances is a tragic loss and the subsequent grieving which we can feel is very real and painful. Euthanasia, which is unique to animals brings with it, not only the choices to bring about the ease of your pets suffering, but sometimes a whole raft of different feelings and emotions, which many of us find difficulty in comprehending.