Tag: Ask the Vet
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Abnormal Eating Habits in Dogs
Some animals develop unusual eating habits, consuming objects such as rocks, wood, plastic, strings, rubber bands, and other non-food items. This problem, called pica, is defined as the persistent ... -
Five myths about spay/neuter surgery and the truth about your pet’s health
Spaying/neutering your pet is essential to responsible pet parenthood, yet many myths and misconceptions surround these procedures. Unfortunately, these myths can prevent pet parents in Macau ... -
Signs Your Cat is Having a Veterinary Emergency
How can I help in an emergency? Take a breath You can’t help your cat or the veterinarian well if you are panicking. Staying calm is ... -
Signs Your Cat is Having a Veterinary Emergency
When you have a feline family member, it’s natural to want to do everything you can to look after them well and keep them safe and ... -
Can I Give My Cat a Bath?
In this post, we’ll answer some of the most common questions: Can I teach my cat to like a bath? How do I give my cat ... -
Can I give my cat bath?
In this post, we’ll answer some of the most common questions including: • Do I need to bath my cat? • What supplies do I need ... -
Some answers to frequently asked questions on emergency situations
Is a dog urinating blood an emergency? Although seeing blood in the urine can be scary or upsetting, it is not always the symptom of an ... -
Ask the Vet | Warning signs of diabetes in cats
The warning signs of diabetes should be taken seriously, as diabetes is a complex condition that may lead to blindness if left untreated. Diabetes may manifest ... -
Ask the Vet | Right diet for Hedgehogs
More and more people in Macau are getting Hedgehogs as pets because they small and easy to keep, but I strongly suggest before buying a hedgehog ... -
Ask the Vet | Best exercises for old dogs
Old dogs can still play like puppies. Don’t give up on exercise and games just because you have an older dog. A regimen of regular exercise ... -
Ask the Vet | Canine Distemper Virus
Vestibular disease in dogs is rare, but may be a devastating condition. The vestibular system is in charge of coordinating the dog’s movement and allows him ... -
Ask the Vet | Are Cats Allergic to Humans?
Recent studies have found a link between cats allergic to human lifestyles and conditions such as asthma. Feline allergy manifests itself in itchy skin conditions, respiratory problems and ... -
Ask The Vet | Upper respiratory infection in cats
A feline upper respiratory infection (or URI) is an infection in the upper respiratory tract of your cat and involves areas such as the nose, throat and the ... -
Ask the Vet | Caring for a cat with herpes
The herpes cat virus causes flu-like symptoms. It’s only contagious to other domestic cats, but there’s no cure. If your cat contracts feline herpes virus, the ... -
Ask the Vet | 10 Dog Cleaning Supplies
With the right dog cleaning equipment, you can keep your house and car clean and fresh smelling, without limiting your dog to one room and no ... -
Ask the Vet | Cat neutering side effects
Cat neutering is the sterilization of the pet and is a method to control the feline overpopulation. In males the procedure can also be called castration, while ... -
Ask the Vet | Graves Disease in Dogs
Graves disease in dogs is a condition that is caused by a hyperactive thyroid gland and will occur in dogs that have hyperthyroidism. The condition is considered autoimmune ... -
Ask The Vet | Causes of feline incontinence
Feline incontinence often links to an underlying disease or condition. With incontinence, pets dribble small amount of cat urine all over the house. Incontinence also includes ... -
Ask The Vet | Breeds prone to canine hypothyroidism
There are two main types of canine hypothyroidism, primary and secondary. There also some rarer forms of this condition. The neoplastic and congenital forms of hypothyroidism ... -
Ask The Vet | Reasons your cat should be an indoor cat
An indoor cat has several advantages over cats that spend time outdoors too; indoor cats are not exposed to infections, parasites, traffic accidents or poisonous plants ... -
Ask The Vet | How to train your dog at home
You will need training treats to reward your dog for successfully performing a command. You may use some of your dog’s kibble as a treat when ... -
Ask the Vet | Senior dog food: Age specific formulas
In order to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle for your pet, owners must know what to look for in senior dog food to suit their ... -
Ask The Vet | Total dog health
COMPLETE dog health is a combination of key elements including nutrition, supplementation, and preventatives. Not only do these key elements integral to your dog’s overall health, ... -
Ask The Vet | An Intro to Dog Hearing
External ear There are two part to your dog’s external ear. The pinna and the external ear canal. The pinna, or the ear flap, gives each ... -
Ask The Vet | Total dog health: the comprehensive guide
Complete dog health is a combination of key elements including nutrition, supplementation, and preventatives. Not only do these key elements integral to your dog›s overall health, but they ... -
Ask the Vet | Senior dog food: a look at age-specific formulas
In order to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle for your pet, owners must know what to look for in senior dog food to suit their animal›s needs. ... -
Ask the Vet | Guide to Canine Seizure Disorders
The most common canine seizure disorder is epilepsy, but there are also other conditions that can cause seizures. As a dog owner it is important to ... -
Ask The Vet | Taking Care Of Kittens
Taking in baby kittens is a wonderful experience, but it can be nerve wracking, particularly the first time. Kittens are tiny and fragile, and a new ... -
Ask the Vet | Kennel training a puppy
Kennel training a puppy can be an easy task if done correctly. Be patient with your puppy until he is excited to spend time in his kennel. ... -
Ask The Vet | A guide to cat dental care in macau
Cat dental care can help prevent gum disease and infections, periodontitis and gingivitis. It can help prevent the complications of diseases like feline leukemia virus and feline ... -
Ask the Vet | Abnormal liver function in dogs
Your dog’s liver and pancreas work together to make the digestion process run smoothly and efficiently. The liver stores essential Vitamins A,D,E and K and it ... -
Ask The Vet | An intro to dog hearing
External ear There are two part to your dog’s external ear. The pinna and the external ear canal. The pinna, or the ear flap, gives each ... -
Ask the Vet | Can cats see colour?
Because there is no form of two-way communications with cats, it can sometimes be difficult to determine what cats see. The only way to accurately describe the sight ... -
Ask the Vet | Active chronic hepatitis in dogs
Active chronic hepatitis is a syndrome in dogs that can have several different causes. The active chronic hepatitis consists of the inflammation of the liver tissues which ... -
Ask the Vet | Cleaning a cat wound
A cat wound needs proper cleaning in order to prevent infections. There are different types of wounds that can occur: puncture wounds, cuts or burns. Keep a first ...
