In recent years, veterinary medicine has evolved rapidly, and with this evolution comes an increasing demand for specialized care in animal healthcare. Gone are the days when general practitioners handled all aspects of veterinary care. Today, just like in human healthcare, specialization in veterinary medicine is becoming the norm rather than the exception. This growing trend reflects the changing landscape of animal health, where pets and animals are living longer, medical conditions are becoming more complex, and pet owners are seeking higher standards of care.

Time for a vacation? But your concern is what to do about your pet, right? While some pets enjoy travel with their hoomans, for others it’s even worse than a nightmare. Nevertheless, travelling results in stress in either of the above cases. Hence, it is best to leave your pet at a relative’s place with whom the pet is familiar or in a pet crèche. But if you still want your pet to accompany you, then careful preparation should begin a few days before travelling. Here are a few recommendations to make sure that the travelling turns out to be a pleasant experience for the pet parents as well as for the pet.

As a veterinarian, I’m often asked about the use of CBD oil for pets. With its growing popularity, it’s important to address this topic from a clinical standpoint, focusing on safety, efficacy, and best practices.

What is CBD Oil?

CBD (cannabidiol) is one of over 100 cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. It’s extracted from hemp and has gained attention for its potential therapeutic effects without the psychoactive properties associated with THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). This makes it appealing for use in animals, as pet owners seek natural alternatives for health management.

Planning to travel abroad or planning to take an insurance for your pet? then microchipping is compulsory for your pet. But what is microchip? This blog discusses about the basics on pet microchipping, how it works, and why it’s so important.

Diwali can be a stressful time for your pets and stray animals with loud noise and flickering lights.

It is important to note that aggression is generally felt to be a learned behavior in dogs and cats.

The pancreas is an organ in the abdomen that produces substances that are critical for digestion and for the body’s normal metabolism.

Orphaned puppies/kittens will need extra care for survival to compensate for the loss of their mother.

The vast majority of dogs and cats that give birth to normal, healthy puppies and kittens can do so without any assistance. 

There are many reasons why a pet may become blind in one or both eyes during their lifetime. 

Some people believe that dogs can predict when someone is going to die or can see spirits. 

Obesity is a difficult condition to treat and requires awareness and commitment from both you and your veterinarian.

A food allergy is a reaction of the body’s immune system in response to particular foods or food ingredients.

A veterinary dental cleaning always begins with an initial oral exam of your dog or cat’s mouth by a veterinarian.

Senior dogs and cats (7+ years) are more at risk for being overweight than pets in other age groups.

It’s never easy seeing your furbaby in pain.Unfortunately, they can’t speak to us, that would be amazing.