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Kidney Failure in Cats
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.
Degenerative Myelopathy
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.
How to Keep Your Dog Calm During Fireworks: Vet Approved Tips
Fireworks bring excitement for many, but they can be terrifying for our dogs. The loud sounds and sudden flashes can cause stress, leading to panic.
Keeping Your Pets Safe from Halloween Treat Toxicity Risks
Halloween is a season filled with excitement, costumes, and tasty treats. While we indulge in delicious candies and snacks, we must remember that many of these goodies are not safe for our pets.
Losing a guide/assistance/therapy dog
Losing a pet is a devastating experience for anyone, but losing a working dog can bring more complex challenges to owners.
Your pets ashes - what are your options?
A large number of our clients know they would like their pet cremated, but are unsure with what to do with them afterwards. Here are a few options for you to have a think about what you could do with your pets ashes.
Common conditions in elderly pets
As our pets grow older, there are some conditions that are more common than others. All pets are different but here are some of the regular issues you may find your pet suffering from.
Spring has arrived...
Spring is finally here, but that also means that there are new possible risks to your pet. Here are some common things to take note of during Spring time.
Meet our vet - Dr Carlos Megias Roman MRCVS
We thought we would take a moment to introduce the owner and heart behind Last Wishes Mobile Vet… Carlos.
Your pets golden years
As with us humans, you may notice that your once energetic pal, is now slowing down and taking things a slower pace. Here are some tips on how to manage the possible changes you may notice with your pet.
Happy Mother's Day!!!
Wishing all the hard working Mams who are always their for their children even when times are tough a Happy Mothers Day.
Celebrating your pets life
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 to deal with the grieving process, as well as remembering them forever.
Pet bereavement and mental health
Grieving a pet can be similar to mourning the loss of a family member, even though we experience the same emotions, the way in which society manages them is very different.
Children and Pet Loss Literature
Following on from our post regarding children and the euthanasia process, here are some of our favourite children's books to help them deal with the grieving process.
Children and putting pets to sleep
A common dilemma we often find families facing before the visit to let their pet cross the rainbow bridge, is if their children should be there when it happens.
The story of Last Wishes Mobile Vet
We understand the importance of having the opportunity for at home pet euthanasia following the devastating experience of going through it ourselves.
Pet loss and children...
One of the concerns a lot of our clients have is trying to explain the process of losing a pet to their children. Losing a pet is often a child's first experience with death and it can be difficult for many to understand, particularly for younger children.
The process...
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. Please bear in mind all cases are individual.
Pet loss and the elderly
One thing that is often overlooked by society, is the impact pet loss can have on a person's daily life, specifically for the elderly.