Just like humans, cats can experience anxiety, and it can significantly affect their well-being. As responsible pet owners, you need to know the signs of anxiety in your cat so you can help. Having an anxious pet can be distressing, but fortunately there are a number of things we can do to manage the condition […] The post Understanding Anxiety in Cats appeared first on Lynbrook Vet ..read more

Heartworm prevention is critical for maintaining your dog’s health as heartworm is a serious, and potentially fatal condition caused by a worm parasite known as Dirofilaria immitis. The parasite that causes heartworm is spread by mosquitoes. Just one bite from an infected mosquito is all it takes to infect your furry friend. Through that bite, […] The post Heartworm Prevention in Dogs appeared first on Lynbrook Vet ..read more

Using essentials oils with your furry family members might seem like a great idea. It’s natural, generally smells great & why not if you can avoid the use of medications or create a relaxed, “Zen” home that is pleasing on the nose. Thank you winter & wet dogs. Before you begin using essential oils for […] The post Essential Oils & Pets appeared first on Lynbrook Vet ..read more

During one such consultation recently, we surprised a client with a diagnosis of mammary neoplasia, a type of tumour that affects the mammary glands. The post Mammary neoplasia in dogs appeared first on Lynbrook Vet ..read more

As dogs age, it’s not uncommon to notice your poor pooch having urinary accidents in the house or in their sleep. They can urinate more often or have wet or stained fur on their hindquarters. You can also look out for dribbling of urine, licking of their genital area more often or a strong urine odour. Urinary incontinence in senior dogs is a common issue that can be caused by various factors related to aging and health. It’s important to address any symptoms to ensure your dog lives through their senior years in comfort and well-being. We’ll run through the diagnosis, and how you can help yo ..read more

Bulldog "Screw Tail" The Hidden Trouble Behind the Bum Wiggles of a Bulldog We all adore the happy bum wiggles of our Bulldogs welcoming us home. But did you know that their cute, twisted tail, called a “Screw Tail,” can sometimes hide a secret? Unlike normal tails, the bent tail of a Bulldog can’t be lifted, creating skin folds all around it. These folds, trapped in constant wetness from sweat and heat, and sometimes contaminated with poop, can become a breeding ground for painful, itchy skin infections. Not all Bulldogs experience this, but for those that do, it’s definitely not a pleas ..read more

Ever had that moment when your dog thinks your wallet is a snack, or your cat throws a party and the neighborhood felines show up? We get it, pet shenanigans happen at the weirdest times! That’s why we’ve teamed up with Afterpay – to make those unexpected vet bills a little easier to ?ℎ??. Now you can worry less about the bill and more about keeping your pets from raiding the fridge! The post We now accept Afterpay! appeared first on Lynbrook Vet ..read more

An unexpected discovery made by the smallest of comments... Home Blog Luna’s Crystals & Bladder Stone Discovery Little Luna, a 3-year-old Poodle is the apple of her mother’s eye. She presented to Lynbrook Vet for a dental procedure as she had grade 2 dental disease. At the time of admission, Luna’s mum mentioned in passing that she had seen tinges of blood in Luna’s urine over the last few days. There can be many reasons for blood to be present in a pet’s urine but none of these are normal and so we decided to get a urine sample, taking Luna out for a walk and wee prior to her pr ..read more

We wanted to share with you a story about a good Samaritan and a Raven. Earlier this month we received a phone call from a girl who had seen a Raven walking into walls at the Lynbrook Shopping Centre car park. Dazed and confused with its eyes glued shut, the Raven was in grave danger and needed help. With assistance from a local shop who loaned her a box, Eboni caught the injured Raven and as she was unable to drive, she called an Uber and got the bird to our Lynbrook Vet practice. What an incredible thing to do! I mean wow! Upon assessment the Raven was found to have its eyes, nostr ..read more

Luxating Patella in Dogs What is a the Patella? The patella, commonly known as the kneecap, is a small, flat, circular bone located at the front of the knee joint. It sits within a groove at the end of the femur called the trochlear groove. The patella connects the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone). As the knee bends the patella slides up and down within this groove with the support of surrounding ligaments. What is a "Luxating" Patella? A luxating patella, refers to when this small bone shifts or dislocates out of its normal position, usually towards the inside or outside of th ..read more