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Vet-approved reading
Longer-form answers to the questions that come up most often in consults — written to explain the reasoning, not just the rule.
Desexing your dog or cat in Hong Kong: timing, benefits and honest risks
When to spay or neuter, what the procedure actually involves, and how to weigh the health benefits against the trade-offs for your individual pet.
24 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
Puppy and kitten care: a vet's guide to the first six months
Vaccination schedules, parasite control, socialisation windows and feeding — what actually matters in your new puppy or kitten's first months in Hong Kong.
20 Aug 2026 · 7 min read
Worming and parasite prevention: what every Hong Kong pet needs
Heartworm, intestinal worms, fleas and ticks are year-round threats in our subtropical climate. Here is a prevention plan that actually covers them.
16 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
IVDD in dogs: recognising a spinal emergency before it's too late
Intervertebral disc disease can paralyse a dog within hours. Learn the early warning signs, which breeds are at risk, and why minutes to hours matter.
12 Aug 2026 · 7 min read
FLUTD in cats: the blocked bladder that can't wait until morning
Feline lower urinary tract disease ranges from cystitis to life-threatening obstruction. Know the signs, the emergency red flags, and how to prevent recurrence.
8 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
Hip dysplasia in dogs: early signs, weight management and treatment options
Hip dysplasia is common in larger breeds, but most affected dogs live full, happy lives. Here's how to spot it early and manage it well.
4 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
MPL in small dogs: why your dog skips a step on walks
Medial patellar luxation — the kneecap that slips out of place — is the most common orthopaedic condition in toy breeds. Here's when to watch, and when to operate.
30 Jul 2026 · 5 min read
Dental disease in dogs and cats: what that breath is telling you
Bad breath is not normal — it's disease. How dental disease progresses, why it matters beyond the mouth, and the home care that actually works.
26 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
Obesity in dogs and cats: a vet's honest guide to weight loss
Over half of Hong Kong pets are overweight, and it's shortening their lives. A practical, judgement-free plan for getting the weight off — and keeping it off.
22 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
Osteoarthritis and DJD: helping your ageing pet stay comfortable
Arthritis is not just 'slowing down with age' — it's pain, and it's treatable. Recognise the subtle signs and the multimodal approach that keeps pets moving.
18 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
Separation anxiety in dogs: when leaving home breaks your dog's heart
Destruction, barking and house-soiling when you leave aren't naughtiness — they're panic. How to recognise separation anxiety and the treatment that works.
14 Jul 2026 · 7 min read
Chocolate and other household toxins in Hong Kong homes
Which everyday items are genuinely dangerous, what dose matters, and the first ten minutes that make the biggest difference.
14 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
Reading your pet's body condition score honestly
Over half the dogs and cats I examine in Hong Kong carry extra weight. Here is how to assess your own pet in sixty seconds.
2 Jun 2026 · 5 min read
How to have a quality of life conversation with yourself
A structured way to think about your older or terminally ill pet, so the decision is made with clarity rather than guilt.
8 May 2026 · 7 min read
Cats and water: the quiet hydration problem
Desert-adapted kidneys, dry food, and humid Hong Kong flats — why so many cats run at the edge of dehydration.
19 Apr 2026 · 4 min read
Understanding IRIS staging for kidney disease
Your vet said 'stage 2, substage proteinuric'. Here is what that actually means for your dog or cat.
11 Mar 2026 · 6 min read
Heat, humidity and flat-faced dogs in Hong Kong
Why a walk that was fine in March becomes life-threatening in July, and how to plan a summer around it.
20 Feb 2026 · 5 min read
GDV (bloat) in dogs: why every minute counts
Gastric dilatation-volvulus can kill a dog within hours. Learn the early signs, which breeds are at risk, and what to do the moment you suspect it.
31 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
Rabies vaccination in Hong Kong: what the law requires and why it matters
Rabies vaccination and dog licensing are legal requirements in Hong Kong from five months of age. Here is what you need to do, when, and the reasoning behind it.
28 Aug 2026 · 5 min read
Ticks, fleas and heartworm: building a year-round defence in Hong Kong
Our warm, humid climate means parasites never take a season off. A practical prevention plan covering ticks, fleas and heartworm for dogs and cats.
25 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
Cushing's disease in dogs: recognising the signs and managing it well
Excess cortisol causes increased thirst, appetite, thinning skin and a pot belly. Here is how Cushing's is diagnosed and managed long-term.
22 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
Addison's disease in dogs: the 'great imitator' you don't want to miss
Low cortisol causes vague, waxing-and-waning signs that can suddenly become a life-threatening crisis. Here is how Addison's is caught and managed.
19 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
Atopic dermatitis in dogs: a long-term plan for itchy skin
Environmental allergies cause chronic scratching, ear infections and sore skin. There is no cure, but a layered plan keeps most dogs comfortable.
15 Aug 2026 · 6 min read