What is benazepril? Why was it prescribed to my pet?Benazepril is a medication that acts on blood vessels to relax them, thereby lowering blood pressure. It is used to treat high blood pressure associated with conditions such as heart failure...
What You Need to Know About Pimobendan (Vetmedin, Cardisure) What is pimobendan? Why was it prescribed to my pet? Pimobendan is a medication prescribed to slow the progression of several heart diseases, most commonly mitral valve disease (MVD). Pimobendan primarily...
What is a Heartworm and How it is Transmitted?There are many complications that you should try to avoid when you have a pet and one of them is heartworm disease. Unfortunately, this specific complication can be hard to track because...
Chronic Kidney Issues in Dogs and Cats Chronic kidney failure is a very common disease in older cats and dogs. Read on to learn about chronic kidney failure and how you can care for pets with this condition.Overview of kidney...
As cat owners, we want our furkids to have the best of everything - including the tastiest, healthiest food out there. However, with the dizzying variety of cat food out there, it can be daunting to select the food that’s...
You are probably aware that pets can have seizures, and you may want to learn about the signs of seizures so that you can identify them in your beloved furkids. Read on to learn what seizures are, how to recognise...
Ever had a cat that was all wonderful then suddenly went off the rails? Is your cat currently exhibiting strange behaviour that was previously not present? Read on! Hyperthyroidism & Diabetes If your cat is bouncing off the walls, with...
I'm sure you've noticed even at the human pharmacy - PREBIOTICS & PROBIOTICS! POSTBIOTICS! HEALTHY DIGESTION! Just what are they, and are they the same? The short answer is no, they aren't. All three serve to support a healthy digestion...
As Singapore enters a new normal, we'll gradually find ourselves returning to the office, or going on holidays with the VTLs. Pets are like young children; once settled into a routine, any sudden disruption to it can trigger negative behavioural...
Much like us, our pets also go through the process of aging. The average lifespan of dogs and cats range between 10 and 20 years, with shorter lifespans for pocket pets like hamsters and guinea pigs. It is therefore important to...
