by Mira Mar Vets | Feb 3, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
Chronic kidney disease (or CKD) is particularly common in elderly cats, and involves a progressive deterioration in kidney function. Whilst early CKD rarely causes any obvious signs in affected cats, cats with more advanced disease can show symptoms of unwellness,...
by Mira Mar Vets | Feb 3, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
Mitral valve disease (MVD) is a degenerative heart condition most commonly seen in middle-aged to older small-breed dogs. It involves the progressive thickening and dysfunction of valves within the heart, eventually leading to heart disease symptoms in some dogs....
by Mira Mar Vets | Feb 3, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
Does your pet have a sensitive tummy? Recurrent gastrointestinal upset can be a real bother for both pet and owner, with common symptoms in affected animals including runny, bloody or mucus-covered poos, increased toileting frequency, vomiting episodes, or a reduced...
by Mira Mar Vets | Feb 3, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
Arthritis affects many older dogs and cats, but doesn’t always cause the obvious limping or yelping symptoms that many pet owners might expect. Instead, pets with arthritis will often show more subtle signs of joint discomfort, such as a hesitance to jump or climb...
by Mira Mar Vets | Jan 5, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
Whilst many kids and family pets are best buddies (and adorably so!), positive and safe interactions between children and dogs should never be taken for granted! Unfortunately, dog bites do happen, and most often children are bitten by a dog they already know. Why are...