How do I know if my dog has been poisoned?3 weeks
Symptoms of poisoning in dogs can vary depending on the type of poison they’ve encountered. These signs can range from vomiting to breathing difficulties to drooling. Swallowed poisons, for example, often cause sickness, diarrhoea, agitation and heart issues. If your …Read More
The lowdown on fleas3 weeks
With such a mild winter this year, we are sure to be in for large numbers of fleas and ticks this spring and summer. Dr Nikki Frost, senior Veterinarian at Franklin Vets Pukekohe fills us in on these pesky critters. …Read More
Is your pet scared of fireworks?1 month
Guy Fawkes is nearly upon us, heralding the start of the fireworks season that seems to go on for a very long time. While some animals don’t really seem bothered by all the fuss, there are some animals who can …Read More
Stressed out cats1 month
At this time of the year, with the mating season upon us, we see a lot more fighting and a lot more stressed cats. Even though your cat may be desexed, unneutered toms can have a large territory of up …Read More
Spring = itchy season2 months
With spring and summer marking a time of increased itchiness in dogs, Dr Nikki Frost, senior veterinarian at Franklin Vets Pukekohe takes a deeper look at this annoying problem. Not only does the flea population explode, so does the pollen …Read More
Gunther swallowed a rock2 months
Gunther is a happy boisterous 6-month-old spaniel cross puppy. It’s normal for puppies to explore with their mouths. Occasionally they will pick up something that is not meant to be digested, swallow it and then this can end up causing …Read More
What dental x-rays & diagnostic tests tell us3 months
Katie is one of our senior cats who came to see us a year ago for dental work as she had very inflamed gums around some teeth that were causing pain. Being an older cat, we wanted to make sure …Read More
Beat the heat – de-sex your pet before kitten and puppy season3 months
Part of being a responsible pet owner is de-sexing (spaying and neutering). There are many benefits to your pet as well as to the wider community by helping to reduce pet overpopulation. Male dogs benefit from de-sexing by reducing behaviours …Read More
Hugh the cat with stomatitis3 months
Hugh is a lovely tabby and white male cat and he is only 1 year old. He presented to our clinic dribbling and with very smelly breath. On examination, he was found to have gingivitis and stomatitis. His gums and …Read More
Mika the mastiff’s emergency surgery3 months
Mika is a lovely 18-month-old Neapolitan Mastiff, who came into our Pukekohe clinic having refused food for 24 hours and vomited a couple of times. Mika was extremely depressed, with a low temperature, high heart rate, and gums that were …Read More
Nail trimming for pets3 months
Dog and cat nails grow continuously just as ours do. However, nail trimming is an often-overlooked aspect of pet care. Long nails that are constantly touching the ground put pressure on the nail bed resulting in pain for the animal …Read More
The Blocked Cat Emergency – Urethral Obstruction4 months
Obstruction of the urethra (the tube from the bladder to the outside) occurs almost exclusively in male cats. We also occasionally see this condition in other species, including sheep. While it is not common, it is a medical emergency! The …Read More