2018 is waning and the holiday season is fast approaching. It’s the time many of us get to drop our briefcases/laptops/backpacks and put up our feet and bask in the warmth of family, friends and loved ones. As is the tradition – we allow ourselves to overindulge in all the decadent holiday food we can muster up! Continue reading
The ins and outs of heatstroke – by Dr Rouxlene Sheridan.
Summer is here and a common issue that all caring pet owners should be aware of is heatstroke or heat stress. Unfortunately, many pet owners do not even realise that their cats and dogs can overheat when the weather is hot, and may only seek treatment at the eleventh hour. Continue reading
Rabies: The Bottom Line
By Dr D. Brook /
Rabies is a fatal viral disease that can affected both man and animals. The World Health Organisation estimates that Rabies results in the deaths of as many as 50 000 people worldwide annually, with most of these fatalities in India.
However, Rabies also occurs throughout South Africa and is responsible for up to 30 human deaths a year in this country. Continue reading
They say prevention is better than cure and this is true for the health of your dog’s teeth too.
Having worked as a nurse for several years, and most recently as assistant to Dr Jose, our veterinary dentist, I have seen some healthy mouths and some unfortunate animals with dreadful teeth. These animals are usually booked in to see us as their breath smells bad and they do not want to eat pellets any more. Continue reading
The Inspirational Story of Samuel the Fox Terrier
Samuel Watling, an older fox terrier, came to us after an incident which involved him being bitten on the head and consequently being unable to move his body. He was flat, rigid in his front legs and needed 24/7 nursing care. Continue reading
Debunking the misconceptions of Parvo, and enforcing the realities… a client’s testimonial.
It was around 3 o’ clock the morning, 2nd Jan ‘18, when I woke up to the worst gagging sounds that I have ever heard. From that sound, I immediately knew that something was very wrong. I got out of bed to assist my 15-week-old Doberman puppy who was trying to throw up. Her tummy was as tight as a tennis ball. She was for some time, but nothing came out. She looked so terribly uncomfortable. Continue reading
The rehab Clinic: A Happy ending! (Vol 2)
Lucy Riley impressed us all when she waltzed into our rehab clinic the other day after we called to see how she’s doing. To our delight she is doing extremely well. She came wagging her tail, all smiles and very happily walking on all 4 legs. Lucy and her mom came twice a week for rehab, along with the support of Frankie, her brother.
The story of Wondercat
A young kitty was brought into the Somerset West practice with a fracture on his leg assumed to be caused by an accident. Jess was helping Dr. Mia with the kitten when Dr. Mia dropped him in arms and told me I could take him home for the weekend, as he had no where to go.
Stories from the TAH Rehab Clinic (vol 1)
Much like humans, when we are injured we go through a timely process of healing.
Animals too, need this kind of specialized attention after serious injury. Physical rehabilitation is something that can begin immediately post operatively. For patients suffering from a neurological condition, the first 6 weeks is crucial for performing physical rehab and exercises to aid a faster and better recovery.
Major’s March: A journey of rescue, rehabilitation, fostering and rehoming.
RAD’s (Rescue Animal Drive) motto is “Love is Rescue”. Major’s story epitomises this philosophy and the unconditional love of a rescued dog.