Vet Happiness Blog
Chocolate is Poisonous
As we are approaching Easter, it is important to be mindful about the toxicity of chocolate in pets. Chocolate contains cocoa which has a compound called Theobromine. People are able to break theobromine down and excrete it but pets cannot. Theobromine is responsible for causing the toxic signs associated [...]
Fleas
Spring usually is flea season. The warmer weather combined with increased humidity leads to a population explosion. However, as we are coming to the end of summer, your pets still can get fleas and so can your house. Fleas are designed to jump great distances which is how they [...]
Why do we always look at your pets teeth?
When we look at your pets teeth, we are checking for any signs of disease or problems such as broken teeth, infected or red gums, tartar (the yellow or brown material), smelly breath, fur trapped around teeth and lumps in the mouth. We want to see a healthy mouth but [...]
Important Information about Vaccinations for Cats
What do we vaccinate cats against? At Veterinary Happiness, we recommend and use a standard F3 vaccination. This gives your cat protection against: Feline Rhinotracheitis – a highly contagious airborne virus that causes sneezing, coughing, and nasal discharge. Infected cats often become ‘chronic snufflers’ and need management throughout their lives. [...]
Why Does My Pet Need a General Anaesthetic for a Dental Procedure?
To perform a thorough dental examination and assessment, your pet must be under general anaesthetic. Most pets are patient and very well behaved. They will let us look in their mouth and at their back teeth. Some pets aren’t so welcoming. To do a thorough dental assessment, we need [...]
Ear Infections
Ear infections are more common in the spring and summer months due to the hot weather and increased humidity. This is also a time where dogs who have allergies, start to flare up which can lead to ear infections. Ear infections can be common and cause significant discomfort. The [...]