Kidney failure—also called chronic kidney disease (CKD)—is one of the most common conditions seen in older cats. It develops gradually as the kidneys lose their ability to filter waste, balance fluids, and support overall health. While CKD can’t be cured, early detection and management can greatly improve both quality and length of life. Signs to Watch For Early symptoms are often subtle. Increased thirst and urination are common first clues. As the disease progresses, cats m

Degenerative Myelopathy in Dogs Degenerative myelopathy (DM) is a progressive neurologic disease that affects the spinal cord in older dogs. It most often causes weakness and loss of coordination in the hind legs. While the changes can be distressing to see, DM is not painful. Common Signs Early signs may include a wobbly gait, dragging or scuffing of the rear paws, difficulty standing, or hind-end weakness that slowly worsens over time. Because these signs can look like arth

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A large number of our clients know they would like their pet cremated, but are unsure with what to do with them afterwards. It can be...

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We thought we would take a moment to introduce the owner and heart behind Last Wishes Mobile Vet ....Carlos Carlos is originally from a...

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Wishing all the hard working Mams who are always their for their children even when times are tough a Happy Mothers Day Also sending big...

Even though the loss of pet is a devastating time for families, a number of people feel that honouring a pet that has passed away helps...

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Following on from our post regarding children and the euthanasia process, here are some of our favourite children's books to help them...

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We often get enquiries from our clients asking how to the process works on the day. Here is a quick guide on how a visit generally works....

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Over the course of our time running Last Wishes Mobile Vet , we have been fortunate to have met some truly wonderful families, who we...