Posts by elivewpsupport
Neutering your Male Cat
Neutering or castrating your male cat is a surgical procedure carried out under general anaesthetic to remove both testicles. Castration can be done from 4 months of age. Neutering is a simple, safe procedure routinely carried out at City Vet and it is the best way to control your cat’s reproduction. We recommend neutering all cats because…
Read MoreCare of a New Kitten
Congratulations on the arrival of your new kitten. Owning a kitten is a wonderful experience and should be a happy one for you, your family and your kitten. A new kitten quickly becomes a part of the family and most owners want it to be healthy and to remain healthy. This is a guide to…
Read MoreRaising Orphan Kittens
Raising an orphaned kittens can be a very heartwarming and rewarding experience; it takes a great deal of care and commitment as they are particularly difficult to raise successfully. They have special needs and require intensive nursing care if they are to survive. Problems for orphaned kittens Three common and potentially life-threatening problems in…
Read MoreCare of a Rabbit
Rabbits make intelligent and friendly pets. The following information is to help you enjoy a happy and healthy relationship with your new rabbit. In addition to this handout there are a number of excellent books on the topic of rabbit health care available from Petmania. Vaccinations Rabbits should be vaccinated against dis-eases including haemorrhagic viral…
Read MoreCare of a Guinea Pig
Guinea pigs (Cavies) originate from Peru where they roam about the countryside in family groups usually comprised of one male and a group of females and their young. They can be kept indoors or in an outdoor hutch. Although naturally nervous they soon become used to gentle handling and rarely bite. It is advisable to…
Read MoreWorms in Dogs and Cats
Worms are internal parasites and numerous species affect dogs and cats. They occur in a variety of organs, including lungs, heart, blood vessels, kidney, eye, but mainly in the bowel. The most common worms are classed into two main groups; roundworms and tapeworm that live in the bowel. Although quite common, worms rarely cause serious…
Read MoreWinter Safety Advice
Animals are very sensitive to the cold in the same way that we are. With more extremely cold weather on the way it is very important that they are not forgotten about at this time of year. Please read the following tips to ensure your pet avoids unnecessary illness or injury this winter: · Animals…
Read MoreSummer Tips
Top Tips for Healthy Pets this Summer! Now that summer is here pet owners will no doubt be taking their dogs for walks more frequently, while cats will want to spend as much time as possible out in the sunshine. Exposure to other animals and the environment can increase the likelihood of your pet coming…
Read MoreSafety in Cars
There are many dangers associated with driving with unrestrained pets. Just as we wear seat belts, pets should also be secured in a car or motor vehicle at all times! Everyone is aware of the dangers of driving without wearing a seat belt, these dangers also apply to pets. Your pet could be killed or…
Read MoreRunning Line
Dog owners are obliged by law to keep their dogs under control. This means keeping it securely on your property at all times, and on a leash in public to prevent traffic accidents, dog fights and nuisance to neighbours. Certain breeds of dogs must also be muzzled in public. Your dog should always have a…
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