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Category: Emergency

Acute Abdomen

Posted October 30, 2020 Ceres VetsPosted in Disease, Emergency, Symptoms

Now and again pet owners are faced with emergency situations when their pets are suddenly in severe belly pain. Unexpectedly, both the owner and the pet are in a moment of anxiety and distress. So what could possibly be going … Read more

Help! My pet has just drank some Anti-Freeze

Posted May 31, 2018 Ceres VetsPosted in Emergency, Lifestyle, Symptoms

Winter has arrived and many people, as a precautionary measure, are putting antifreeze into their cars’ radiators, to prevent the water from freezing.

Ethylene glycol is the main ingredient found in antifreeze. Antifreeze is not as commonly used in South … Read more

My puppy is trying to chew the cord of my laptop charger

Posted February 28, 2018 Ceres VetsPosted in Emergency, General, Lifestyle

Although this may sound like a very unusual topic to discuss it is something that happens far more frequently than we would like. The most common reason for our pets to get electrocuted is chewing on electrical cords. In general … Read more

My dog makes a strange snorting sound with funny gagging movements almost like something is stuck in his/her throat.

Posted May 31, 2017 Ceres VetsPosted in Emergency, General, Illness, Lifestyle

What is reverse sneeze?

Reverse sneezing is repetitive, forceful inspiratory (breathing in) efforts generally caused by irritation of the lining of the naso-pharynx or area at the back of the mouth and nose where these two openings join into … Read more

My dog’s stomach is suddenly very bloated and he is very uncomfortable

Posted January 31, 2017 Ceres VetsPosted in Emergency

Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (GDV) is a rapidly progressive life-threatening condition in dogs characterised by bloating and twisting of the stomach. Patients admitted with suspected GDV are treated as an emergency as the condition is life threatening. Treatment may require … Read more

My pet was hit by a car on its hindquarters

Posted December 29, 2016 Ceres VetsPosted in Emergency

This article gives a simple overview of what to expect when a pet has a pelvic fracture, what are the most common causes and associated injuries, and what treatment options are available.

Pelvic Fractures are a fairly common occurrence and … Read more

Is your pet safe?

Posted May 31, 2016 Ceres VetsPosted in Disease, Emergency, Illness, Symptoms

Fatal Diseases that can easily be prevented

There are some fairly common fatal diseases in animals which can and should be prevented wherever possible. This article looks at how these diseases present, what they lead to and most importantly how … Read more

Proptosis

Posted December 23, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in Emergency, Eye, General, Lifestyle

Proptosis is defined, as the forward displacement of the globe (eyeball) out of the socket, with the eyelids trapped behind the globe.

Proptosis is an ophthalmic emergency. Any suspected trauma to your pet’s eye warrants a visit to your veterinarian … Read more

What causes back pain in dogs?

Posted December 1, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in Disease, Emergency, Joints

Introduction

Intervertebral disc disease is a term that describes the condition in which the softer cartilage like material in between the bones of the spine, called an intervertebral disc, pushes onto the spinal cord, causing clinical signs that varies from … Read more

Can I treat my pet’s wound at home?

Posted December 1, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in Emergency, General, Lifestyle, Skin

When managing wounds at home it is important to always contact your veterinarian for assistance. Many home and even human wound remedies are not suitable for use in pets. Determining factors in deciding whether a wound can be treated at … Read more

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