by Mira Mar Vets | Apr 27, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
Did you know that about one in four cats is likely to be overweight or obese? Here’s how to recognise whether your cat is overweight and how you can help them attain a healthy body condition score. Assessing your pet’s body condition score Given the large variety in...
by Mira Mar Vets | Apr 27, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
In conjunction with Hill’s Prescription Diets, Mira Mar Vets offer any of our more ‘portly’ patients the opportunity to join our FREE Weight Watchers Club. Members of our Weight Watchers Club get FREE regular monthly checks with our nurses to weigh...
by Mira Mar Vets | Apr 27, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
Arthritis, otherwise known as DJD (degenerative joint disease), is an irreversible, degenerative condition affecting the joints of many middle-aged to senior pets. It can develop naturally with aging or occur due to factors such as previous joint injuries or...
by Mira Mar Vets | Apr 27, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
When we think about cruciate ligament injuries, we tend to think about athletes suddenly limping off the field with severe knee pain. This can be the case with dogs too, as high-impact exercise has the potential to trigger sudden knee problems. However, cruciate...
by Mira Mar Vets | Apr 27, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
Poppy the Border Collie was excitedly running around the off-leash park with her ball when she suddenly yelped and held up her front left paw. Her owner Andy tried to have a look, but Poppy was too sore to be cooperative. Agitated, Poppy continued to limp and...
