How to Fool Your Cat Into Taking a Tablet
Giving a cat daily medication does not have to be a battle. These practical food-hiding tricks, from boiled egg yolk to Dine Creamy Treats, make daily tablets stress-free for both cat and owner.
Diseases
Salt Water for Sore Eyes: Old Wives’ Tale or Good Advice?
Your dog’s rubbing at one eye, and Grandma’s voice pops into your head: bathe it in salt water. It’s advice that’s been passed down for generations, but is it actually safe, or does it just sound safe? Dr Stu from Personalised Mobile Vet digs into the veterinary and medical evidence on salt water eye washes, homemade saline, and what’s actually worth keeping in your dog’s first aid kit, Brisbane’s house-call vet.
Joint Supplements Explained: Making Informed Choices for Your Dog
Nutraceuticals are health-promoting foods and supplements that focus on disease prevention. Choosing the right product requires evidence from clinical trials rather than testimonials. Omega-3 fatty acids and green-lipped mussel oils are highly supported options, while other supplements vary in effectiveness. Early intervention is crucial for optimal results in dogs.
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency in Dogs and Cats: What It Is, How It’s Diagnosed, and What Treatment Looks Like
: EPI is one of the more commonly misdiagnosed conditions in dogs. Weight loss, ravenous appetite, and pale, greasy stools are the hallmarks — but getting to that diagnosis takes the right test. Here’s everything you need to know.
Canine hip dysplasia (CHD): what it is, what to watch for, and what helps
Canine hip dysplasia can start as hip looseness in a growing dog and end as painful arthritis later in life. Here’s what it is, what you might notice at home, how vets diagnose it, and what actually helps.
Cherry Eye in Dogs: What It Is, How It’s Diagnosed, Treated, and What It May Cost
Cherry eye is the common name for a prolapsed gland of the nictitating membrane in dogs. This guide explains what it is, which breeds are more likely to get it, how it is diagnosed, how surgery works, what it may cost, and what the prognosis usually looks like.
Urinary incontinence in dogs: what it is, why it happens, and what can be done
Urinary incontinence in dogs is more common in desexed female dogs, but it can also affect males. This article explains the most common causes, how vets diagnose it, what treatment options exist, and what owners can realistically expect in terms of cost and long-term management.
5 senior pet signs owners should never ignore
“They’re just old” is one of the most common reasons treatable problems get missed in senior pets. Here are five signs owners should never ignore, plus a practical senior wellness framework that focuses on comfort, function, and quality of life.
Canine Atopic Dermatitis: A Practical Guide for Pet Owners
Atopic dermatitis—also known as atopy, allergic dermatitis, or “chronic allergies”—is a common, lifelong skin condition in dogs that causes relentless itching, redness, and secondary infections. While it can’t be cured, it can be managed with a tailored plan that tackles environmental triggers, supports the skin barrier, and uses modern medications like Apoquel and Cytopoint. This guide explains the signs, causes, diagnostic process, and the latest treatment options—including the benefits of prescription diets from Hill’s and Royal Canin. At PMV, the focus is on empowering you to confidently manage your dog’s skin health at home, reduce vet visits, and keep your pet comfortable for the long haul.
Have You Just Found Out Your Dog Has Cruciate Ligament Disease? Here’s a Simple Guide to What That means
Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) disease is a common condition in Australian dogs, primarily caused by gradual degeneration. Symptoms include lameness and knee instability, leading to osteoarthritis. Treatment options range from non-surgical management to surgical procedures like TPLO and TTA, with effective rehabilitation essential for recovery and long-term wellbeing.
My Dog Looks Drunk – Has It Had a Stroke?
One minute your dog is walking normally. The next, they look “drunk” – stumbling, falling over, eyes flicking from side to side, and they can’t even stand without help. It’s natural to think the worst and assume your dog has had a stroke. In many older dogs, though, this dramatic picture is caused by something
