Recommended guidelines for vaccinations in Dogs and Cats. One of the frequently asked question at our veterinary hospital is the one related to vaccinations. Many pet owners know that their pet’s need vaccinations, deworming and parasite control, however, the time of administering these preventative exercises becomes a bit hazy and…

Bladder stones in dogs and cats These are stones which vary in size from being microscopic sandy particles to large visible stones lodged somewhere along the urinary system in dogs and cats. These stones are formed as a result of minerals in urine that are clumped up together to form…

FAQs at The Andys Veterinary Hospital When do dogs and cats get their first vaccination? Puppies and kittens get their first vaccinations at 6 weeks of age. This will follow with a series of vaccinations until they are 4 months of age. Thereafter, they are given annual boosters for the…

Recommendations for new cat owners Cats are fun, playful, loving, independent, smart, curious and entertaining. They are easy to maintain especially when you learn the basics such as feeding, grooming, general health, safety tips and litter management. However, cats are not as easy to train as dogs and require patience…

Tick borne infections and control Ticks are ecto parasites that are fairly common in dogs. The severity of tick infestation depends in the region that the dog lives in and how often is the use of tick control medication. In a study done by Tsai-jung and et al found out…

Diabetes in Dogs Overview November is a pet diabetes month, which provides an opportunity to understand the manifestation of diabetes in dogs.  Diabetes is generally a disorder of carbohydrates, fat and protein metabolism caused by absolute or relative insulin deficiency. Diabetes is among the common endocrine diseases in middle-aged and…

Cats living in high rise apartments Cats are quite inquisitive in nature and like exploring the areas around them. They have been known to be distracted by birds flying by their windows or balconies and they leap in anticipation of a good hunt. Sometimes this comes with a price of…

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Introduction The recent novel coronavirus disease has placed the world in mortal terror and consternation. There has been a few cases that have been reported in Kenya causing public fear and anxiety. Doubt is fuel for fear and this can be more harmful than the actual COVID-19. This…

Itchy Pet!!! Have you had situations where your pet is itchy all over the body instead of running around or taking long deserved naps?  Itchiness is one of the most common problems afflicting pets and is normally a sign that you need to give more attention to your pet. This…