Bringing your new family member home is exciting, but remember that it is your duty as a responsible pet owner to keep your new puppy safe, happy and healthy. This includes making sure that he is vaccinated against common diseases. Many people are unsure of how long...
Dog Worms Symptoms
Any puppy or dog can have worms, and it is essential, as responsible pet owners, that we know the common signs of worms and how to treat them. Not all the symptoms of worms in dogs are obvious, but knowing your dog will mean that you are best placed to notice any...
Cleaning Dogs’ Teeth
Why Do You Need to Keep Your Dog’s Teeth Clean? Like with our own teeth and gums, it is vital that we keep them clean to prevent dental and gum disease. Regular brushing prevents tartar build up from the foods we eat. This tartar is calcified food that sticks on the...
Elbow Dysplasia in Dogs
Elbow dysplasia generally occurs in medium, large, or giant dog breeds. Dysplasia means abnormality of development, and this is precisely what occurs. The elbow is a complex joint, involving three bones which need to align correctly to prevent issues from occurring....
OCD — Osteochondritis Dissecans in Dogs
Osteochondritis dissecans is when the cartilage separates from the end of the bone. Osteochondrosis refers to an abnormal development of the cartilage. It is this abnormal development that causes the OCD to occur. In dogs, it is most commonly seen in the shoulder...
Benefits of Neutering a Dog
Neutering dogs doesn't just prevent unwanted pregnancies, though this alone is an excellent reason to get your dog neutered. Neutering your dog also brings with it a whole host of other health and social benefits which can lead to your dog having a longer and happier...
What is the Average Cost of Dog CT Scan in the UK
The cost of a CT scan for your dog will vary. Costs will depend on where in the country you live, as well as the type of scan that is needed. Here at Anrich Vets, we aim to keep our pricing affordable for our clients, so that we can deliver high-quality care to all...
What Can An Ultrasound Detect in Dogs
Ultrasounds are an incredibly useful diagnostic tool for detecting health issues in dogs. Ultrasounds work differently from X-rays and allow the veterinarian to see the shape, size, and internal structure of organs, such as kidneys, bladder, heart, or lymph nodes....
Cat Tooth Infection Symptoms
What is a Feline Tooth Infection? A tooth infection, or dental abscess is an infection that is located around the root of the tooth. The usual cause of this is due to bacteria entering the cavity through broken, rotten or trauma in the tooth. Healthy teeth are...
What Do Vets Do
In this blog we will be discussing the role of the Veterinarian- what is a veterinarian and what do they do? Unlike human doctors, veterinarians are unable communicate with their patients and therefore rely on presenting signs, patient demeanour, laboratory results...