Veterinary Medicine

Can dogs get an abortion? Yes, dogs can, of course, get pregnant much like humans can. But they can also undergo abortions if it is deemed the right course of action. Although the Journal of Bacteriology in 1968 highlighted the complications that can arise from canine pregnancy, many could argue then that abortions come with … Read more

What personality do you need to be a vet? Veterinarians tend to be predominantly investigative individuals, which means that they are quite inquisitive and curious people that often like to spend time alone with their thoughts. They also tend to be realistic, which means that they often enjoy working outdoors or applying themselves to a … Read more

What do you call hospitals for animals? Veterinary hospital – definition of veterinary hospital by The Free Dictionary. Read more on www.thefreedictionary.com Animals play a significant role in our lives and, like us, need medical care when they become unwell or are wounded. However, not all medical facilities offer services for animals, and it can … Read more

What do vets do after they put a dog to sleep? Many veterinary hospitals work with companies that can arrange for individual cremation (and, in some cases, burial). Some owners will opt for communal cremation (sometimes called group or mass cremation). In most cases, the cremation/burial company can pick up your dog’s remains directly from … Read more

What is a veterinary referral practice? A referral takes place if your normal vet decides that they cannot provide the level of expertise or facilities required to treat your pet in the best way possible. After the pet has been treated, we then pass them back to your vet for any future care required. Read … Read more

Is chocolate bad for dogs? Chocolate is poisonous to dogs mostly because of its theobromine content, which dogs are unable to metabolize effectively. If your dog eats chocolate, you should monitor them closely and seek veterinary attention if they show any symptoms, or if they are very young, pregnant or have other health concerns. Read … Read more

Is it too soon to put my dog to sleep? Most vets will tell you that a day or a week early is so much better than a day or a week too late. Don’t wait and make them suffer unnecessarily if it is inevitable that they will suffer and be in pain very soon. … Read more

Are vets Dr? Email “”It’s taken a long time, but vets can finally call themselves ‘Dr’””. Feedback on “”It’s taken a long time, but vets can finally call themselves ‘Dr’””. Read more on www.thejournal.ie Vets, or veterinarians for short, are medical experts with a focus on the identification, therapy, and avoidance of illnesses and injuries … Read more

Do veterinary nurses do surgery? (2) A veterinary nurse may, in the presence of, and under the immediate and direct personal supervision of, a registered veterinary surgeon, assist the surgeon to perform surgical procedures. Read more on www.vsbwa.org.au The care of animals is vitally dependent on veterinary nurses, commonly referred to as veterinary technicians. They … Read more

The Covid-19 epidemic has pet owners in a state of panic and worry. Many people have been concerned about whether the virus might infect their pets and whether they can spread it to humans. Although there have been a few reports of pets, especially dogs, contracting Covid-19, the risk of human-to-pet transmission is currently regarded … Read more