Rowan Vets' news & pet care advice

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Talk to the Animals – Cat Behaviour

March 11th, 2021

Indoors or outdoors, it’s very important that your cat can engage in their natural behaviours – here’s how you can help.

Talk to the Animals – Dog Safety

March 9th, 2021

Dogs don’t speak with words but they do communicate with us through body language. Learn why understanding and teaching children is so important.

Spring Poisons – Adders

March 1st, 2021

With Spring in the air and poison prevention awareness month upon us, we wanted to share with you some information about the hazards.

When is a pet vomiting serious?

February 25th, 2021

Regurgitation or vomiting can be a normal digestive function of a cat or dog. But when is it more serious?

Hypertension in Cats

February 22nd, 2021

Hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure which is a common condition in older cats. Learn about this condition.

The Eyes have it!

February 17th, 2021

The eyes are a sensitive organ and are susceptible to injury and infection and owners should act quickly if they suspect their pet has an issue.

Feline Hyperthyroidism

February 15th, 2021

Hyperthyroidism, or overactive thyroid, in cats is a common disorder in older cats and rarely seen in cats younger than 7 years old. Learn more.

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV)

February 11th, 2021

A challenging emergency for the team is called a GDV (Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus) – a rapidly progressive, life-threatening condition in dogs. Learn more

Blocked Bladder and Male Cats

February 9th, 2021

A serious condition that can affect a male cat is “urethral obstruction” or a blocked bladder. Learn what causes this life-threatening condition.

When is your pet’s health condition an emergency?

February 1st, 2021

During the current restrictions we are not undertaking routine procedures – so what emergencies can we treat now?