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 to the...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
As with many things, cat vaccinations cost varies across the UK. It is worth getting a few quotes on how much does it cost to vaccinate a cat from your local vets, though having a good vet who you trust to look after your cats and kittens, may be more valuable, than...
Skin infections can be distressing and uncomfortable for both your dog and you. Quick action can be crucial to prevent the skin infection from developing, or spreading. Dogs can repeatedly scratch a sore area, causing further damage, which can take a long time to...