A cat was rushed to the hospital with symptoms of inability to urinate, lethargy, and vomiting—dangerous signs of urinary tract obstruction. This is the case of "Charles," a 3-year-old British Longhair cat who suddenly became lethargic, vomited, and most frighteningly, couldn't urinate, requiring an emergency hospital visit! 🔍 What happened to Charles? Upon arrival at Dr. Bua's clinic…
Despite having undergone hip replacement surgery previously, Tora, a Shiba Inu, has continued to experience leg pain for the past year. Before treatment at Taling Chan Animal Hospital, Tora, a 2-year-old Shiba Inu, was unable to put weight on his hind leg, even after a previous hip replacement surgery elsewhere and consistent physical therapy. The owner consulted with Dr. Tang, who concluded that surgery was needed to remove the old hip replacement. What happened to the hip replacement Tora had? During the surgery, Dr. Tang discovered the cause of Tora's chronic pain: a loose material – the metal stem in the femur had dislocated from its original position…
Why do dogs that used to potty in the right place suddenly start urinating everywhere? This is a problem many owners face. Inappropriate urination is more than just a matter of "bad habit"; it's a clear warning sign that something "wrong" is happening to your dog. This could be physical pain they can't express or accumulated stress. But don't panic, because everything can be fixed. First, let's explore the real causes of this inappropriate behavior so we can address the problem correctly. Health Causes: If your dog, who has always been a potty trainer, suddenly changes their behavior… don't scold or punish them. This might not be just mischief, but a physical signal that they're not feeling well…
Many people think that raising rabbits is easy. But in reality, there are many things that people misunderstand about rabbits. This causes many rabbit caretakers to take care of them in the wrong way. Rabbits may seem like gentle pets, not naughty, not loud. But behind the cuteness is the proper care in terms of food, health, and a suitable environment. In this article, we will come to a new understanding of various misconceptions about rabbits that many people may have accidentally believed without realizing it. 1. Main food ❌Myth: Rabbits eat carrots as their main food✅Fact: Rabbits should eat hay as their main food 70-80% Hay, such as timothy hay or alfalfa hay (for baby rabbits), is very important for rabbits' digestive systems. It helps rabbits' teeth, which have grown long, wear down naturally...
Kidney Stones, a problem that causes dogs and cats to be unable to urinate (Urinary Stones) Dogs can't urinate, cats go to the bathroom for a long time but only pee a little bit, or sometimes the urine that comes out is dark with blood mixed in. These problems may be caused by the urinary tract of the little ones that have sediment or mineral crystals accumulated, or what we know as kidney stones. Today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will answer questions about kidney stones for owners to hear what kidney stones are and how to deal with them. What are kidney stones? Kidney stones are caused by the accumulation of mineral sediment until it becomes a stone. It affects the health and behavior of pets. It is a health problem that occurs in the urinary tract. It can occur from the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra...
Many people, including pet owners, already know that sterilization is a permanent method of birth control. However, many people may not know that sterilization for dogs and cats also has other benefits besides birth control, such as reducing the chances of various diseases that may occur in our pets. Today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will share information about sterilization for dogs and cats. Sterilization of dogs and cats * Although sterilization can be started from 4 months old and up, in terms of appropriateness, it is recommended to be done at 6 months old and up for the safety of the sterilized pet. ** Sterilization does not only depend on the age of the dog or cat, but also the weight of the pet must be taken into account...
Proper and adequate nutrition is essential for dogs and cats of all ages to enable their bodies to grow, repair worn-out parts, and perform normal activities in life. This is especially important for sick animals and during recovery from illness or after surgery. Most sick animals during recovery often do not receive enough food due to decreased appetite due to illness, resulting in weight loss, loss of muscle mass, and impaired immune and metabolic systems. Meanwhile, sick animals’ body requires more energy and nutrients, leading to malnutrition, increased risk of further illness from various complications, and increased mortality. Therefore, today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will tell you about important nutrients for sick animals. Important nutrients in food for sick and convalescent animals 1. Essential amino acids…
What is Black Skin Disease? Black Skin Disease, also known as Alopecia X, is a disease found in dogs that causes hair loss in patches and causes the skin to turn black or dark blue. It is a disease that affects the beauty of the dog, but does not cause harm to the body. What causes it? The cause of Black Skin Disease is still unknown at present, but it is possible that it comes from genetic factors that are passed down, resulting in hormonal imbalances. Is there a cure? There is currently a cure…
Did you know that short-legged pets, whether dogs or cats, may have some health problems related to their body structure that they are born with? Today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will tell you the main problems that may occur with your short-legged children. 🐶 Health problems of short-legged dogs such as Dachshunds, Corgis, Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, Basset Hounds, etc. 1. Joint and bone problems such as 1.1 Hip Dysplasia -…
Dog and cat sterilization package How is sterilization good? 💙 Reduces the incidence of reproductive system diseases 💙 Reduces the incidence of uterine inflammation 💙 Reduces the incidence of mammary tumors 💙 Reduces prostate enlargement in males 💙 Reduces aggressive behavior and escaping How is sterilization at Taling Chan Animal Hospital good? 💛Anesthesia performed by a veterinary anesthetist💛Operating room with ISO 14644-1 / ISO 14644-3 standards, which are the same standards as operating rooms in human hospitals, certified by 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠…