01 October 2026
Is It an Emergency? Signs Your Pet Needs a Vet Right Now
It is 10 o'clock at night and your dog has vomited. Your cat is hiding…
01 October 2026
GDV in Dogs – Know the Signs of This Life-Threatening Emergency
Your dog suddenly becomes restless. They keep trying to vomit, but nothing comes up. They…
01 October 2026
Lymphoma in Dogs and Cats
A dog comes in because their owner has noticed two strange lumps under the jaw.…
Pancreatitis is a painful and potentially serious condition in both dogs and cats. It occurs…
Ingrid De Wet2nd January 2026
The Sphynx cat is one of the most recognisable and talked-about breeds in the cat…
Ingrid De Wet18th September 2025
“Should you feed your dog bones?” is one of the most frequently asked—and most controversial—questions…
Ingrid De Wet28th August 2025
Worm prevention is one of the most important aspects of keeping your pet healthy—and protecting…
Ingrid De Wet1st August 2025
Just like people, some pets have more delicate digestive systems than others. If your dog…
Ingrid De Wet1st August 2025
At Cottage Vet Clinic, we are seeing a worrying increase in canine parvovirus cases in…
Ingrid De Wet26th May 2025
As dedicated pet owners, we cherish our furry companions and strive to provide them with…
Cottage Vet19th September 2023
Acute diarrhoea in dogs is a common problem seen in pets, but it's so important…
Cottage Vet24th July 2023
Treats can cause an obstruction if they are swallowed before being properly chewed so keep…
Cottage Vet18th January 2023
