Monthly Archives: September 2019

Separation anxiety in dogs

Separation anxiety in dogs
Have you ever returned home to find dog-induced destruction? Or heard your companion howling as you reverse out of your driveway? While some dogs might need better house manners, these signs could indicate that your dog is in distress. Sadly, our canine companions get anxious too! Up to 28% of dogs experience some distress when…
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Diabetes mellitus in dogs

Diabetes mellitus in dogs
Diabetes mellitus in dogs is predominantly caused by lack of insulin production from the pancreas - similar to “Type 1” diabetes in humans. In diabetic cats, it often results from the body’s resistance to the effects of insulin. Normally, insulin is produced by the pancreas to metabolise glucose, which is then used as energy for…
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Umbilical Hernia

Umbilical Hernia
This is the adorable Elsa, a 9-week-old cross-breed puppy, who recently visited Uni Vets Camden for an unusual lump on her belly. This lump is known as an “umbilical hernia”, which is a failure of the closure of the muscle wall in the region of the umbilicus. During pregnancy, puppies receive their nutrients from their…
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