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Prevention and general medicine
Specialty pageRoutine visit and clinical examination
A full clinical examination of a dog or cat, including history-taking and a plan for next steps. The starting point for all diagnostics and prevention.
Vaccinations
Vaccination of puppies, kittens and adult animals according to an individual schedule, always preceded by a clinical examination.
Parasite prevention (worming, ticks, fleas)
An individual plan of protection against internal and external parasites, chosen to suit the age, weight and lifestyle of the dog or cat.
Microchipping and pet passport
Implantation of a microchip with an entry in the identification database, and issue of an EU passport for a dog or cat before travel.
Preventive check-up for seniors (geriatric package)
A set of tests for dogs and cats from the age of 5: clinical examination, blood, urine, blood pressure and, as needed, ultrasound or X-ray — to detect diseases of old age before they cause symptoms.
Preparing the patient for a procedure
A pre-procedure visit: examination, blood test, anaesthetic risk assessment (STD-01) and clear instructions on how to prepare the animal at home.
Nutrition consultation and weight control
Body condition assessment, choice of food and a weight-loss plan for a dog or cat — including therapeutic diets for kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes and allergies.
Internal medicine
Specialty pageDiagnosis of digestive system diseases
A full work-up of chronic vomiting, diarrhoea and weight loss: blood and faecal tests, ultrasound, X-ray and endoscopy in one place.
Diagnosis of respiratory diseases
Identifying the causes of coughing, breathlessness, snoring and nasal discharge in dogs and cats — chest X-ray, blood tests, airway endoscopy.
Diagnosis of kidney and urinary tract diseases
Diagnosis of kidney and bladder disease and urinary stones: urinalysis, blood tests including SDMA, ultrasound, X-ray and blood pressure measurement — all on site.
Endocrinology: diabetes, thyroid, adrenal glands
Diagnosis and management of diabetes, thyroid disease and adrenal disease in dogs and cats — from hormone tests to setting up treatment and regular check-ups.
Diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases (parvovirus, FIP, babesiosis, Lyme disease)
Rapid diagnosis and treatment of viral, bacterial and tick-borne infections — on-site tests, PCR, hospitalisation with fluid therapy when needed.
Management of the geriatric patient and chronic disease
Long-term care of a senior animal with one or several chronic diseases: treatment plan, check-ups, diet, pain management and support with decisions.
Soft tissue surgery
Specialty pageDog castration
Planned removal of the testes under general anaesthesia with full monitoring. A same-day procedure — the dog goes home the same day with a pain management and check-up plan.
Cat neutering
A short procedure to remove the testicles of a male cat, under general anaesthesia with monitoring. It reduces urine marking, roaming and fighting; the cat goes home the same day.
Spaying a bitch (ovariohysterectomy)
Removal of the ovaries and uterus under general anaesthesia with full monitoring. It prevents pyometra and reduces the risk of mammary tumours. A planned procedure, usually a day case.
Cat spaying
Removal of the ovaries and uterus in a female cat under general anaesthesia. It ends heat cycles and prevents pyometra and unwanted litters. A day-case procedure with written aftercare instructions at discharge.
Mastectomy — removal of mammary glands affected by a tumour
Surgical removal of mammary tumours with a margin, after staging (chest X-ray, abdominal ultrasound). The tumour is sent for histopathology, which determines the further plan.
Caesarean section
Surgical delivery of puppies or kittens when natural birth is not progressing or is dangerous. An urgent procedure during opening hours — call before you come; we book planned caesareans after an ultrasound scan.
Gastropexy — preventive stomach fixation
Planned suturing of the stomach to the abdominal wall in dogs of breeds predisposed to gastric torsion. A preventive procedure, often performed at the same time as neutering.
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) — life-saving surgery
An immediately life-threatening condition: a bloated, hard abdomen and unproductive retching in a large dog. We stabilise the patient, decompress the stomach, operate and perform a gastropexy. Call before you come.
Splenectomy — removal of the spleen
Surgical removal of the spleen for tumours, rupture or torsion of the organ. We perform it as a planned procedure after an ultrasound scan and chest X-ray, or urgently when there is bleeding into the abdominal cavity.
Removal of a foreign body from the digestive tract (enterotomy)
Surgical removal of a swallowed object from the stomach or intestines when it cannot be retrieved with an endoscope. X-ray and ultrasound diagnostics on site, hospitalisation after the procedure.
Cystotomy — removal of bladder stones
Opening the bladder and removing stones that will not dissolve with diet or that block the flow of urine. We send the stones for analysis so that we can choose how to prevent recurrence.
Pyometra — surgery
Purulent inflammation of the uterus in unspayed bitches and female cats — an urgent condition. We diagnose it with ultrasound and blood tests, operate to remove the uterus together with the ovaries, and treat the patient as an in-patient.
Removal of skin and subcutaneous tumours
Surgical excision of lumps, sebaceous cysts, lipomas and suspicious lesions — after preliminary cytology, with an appropriate margin. We send every removed lesion for histopathology.
Hernia surgery (umbilical, inguinal, perineal)
Closure of an opening in the abdominal wall or perineum through which organs protrude. Planned for small hernias, urgent when a trapped intestine or bladder is life-threatening.
Correction of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS)
Surgical widening of the nostrils and shortening of the soft palate in flat-faced breeds that snore, tire easily and tolerate heat poorly. The procedure is performed with extended anaesthetic supervision.
Surgical treatment of wounds, bites and injuries
Cleaning, flushing and closure of bite wounds, cuts, lacerations and injuries after accidents. First an assessment of the whole patient (X-ray, ultrasound), then surgery — during opening hours, without a referral.
Ear surgery (aural haematoma, ear canal ablation)
From surgery for an aural haematoma to complete removal of the ear canal in irreversible inflammation. The decision is preceded by video-otoscopy and an assessment of whether conservative treatment still makes sense.
Limb or tail amputation
Removal of a limb or tail when it cannot be saved or its function restored — because of a tumour, a severe injury or irreversible nerve damage. Dogs and cats adapt to life on three legs very well.
Orthopaedics and joint surgery
Specialty pageOrthopaedic consultation and examination (lameness)
Assessment of lameness and musculoskeletal pain: orthopaedic examination, joint tests, digital X-ray and ultrasound on site. The result of the visit is a specific diagnosis or a plan for further diagnostics.
TPLO — treatment of a ruptured cruciate ligament
Surgery to stabilise the knee after a rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament in a dog. Planned using X-rays and performed under general anaesthesia with full monitoring, with a clear recovery plan.
Patellar luxation surgery
Surgical correction of a kneecap that slips out of the groove of the femur. The procedure is chosen according to the grade of luxation and the structure of the limb, and assessed on X-ray before and after surgery.
Fracture treatment (osteosynthesis)
Surgical fixation of broken bones in dogs and cats after injuries: from stabilising the patient and X-ray, through surgery with an implant, to checking that the bone has healed. During opening hours we see patients without a referral — call before you come.
Diagnosis of hip and elbow dysplasia
Orthopaedic examination and digital X-ray under sedation to check for hip and elbow dysplasia — in puppies (early assessment), in dogs with symptoms and for breeding purposes.
Femoral head ostectomy (FHO)
A salvage procedure that restores comfortable movement when the hip joint is irreversibly damaged, in cats and in small and medium-sized dogs: removal of the head and neck of the femur, after which a pain-free “false joint” forms.
Treatment of osteoarthritis and chronic pain
Long-term care of a dog or cat with painful joints: diagnosis on X-ray, an individual pain management plan (medication, nutrition, activity) and regular checks of how well it is working.
Cardiology
Specialty pageCardiology consultation
A full cardiac assessment for dogs and cats — from a murmur found at vaccination to the long-term management of chronic disease. A heart ultrasound usually on the same day, with the plan and check-up dates in writing.
Echocardiography (heart ultrasound)
Heart ultrasound with assessment of blood flow (Doppler) — the basic examination for diagnosing heart disease in dogs and cats. No sedation, painless, with the result and plan discussed on the same day.
ECG
A recording of the heart's electrical activity — the examination of choice for fainting, an irregular pulse and suspected arrhythmia, and also part of the pre-anaesthetic assessment. Painless, taking 10–20 minutes.
Blood pressure measurement
Non-invasive measurement of blood pressure — essential in older cats and in patients with kidney, thyroid or heart disease. It detects hypertension before it damages the eyes, kidneys and brain.
Cardiac pre-anaesthetic assessment
Assessment of the heart before anaesthesia in patients at higher risk: seniors, cats of breeds predisposed to HCM, and animals with a murmur or heart disease. The result changes how the anaesthetic is managed and only rarely rules it out.
Treatment of heart failure and cardiomyopathy
Care of dogs and cats with valve disease, cardiomyopathy and heart failure: from the first medication to stabilising acute breathlessness in our in-patient hospital. Treatment as an ongoing process with a schedule of check-ups.
Oncology
Specialty pageOncology consultation
The first step when a dog or cat has a lump, an enlarged lymph node or a worrying test result. Assessment of the lesion, cytology usually on the same day, and a clear plan for the next steps.
Fine-needle aspiration and tumour cytology
Sampling a tumour with a fine needle and examining the collected cells under a microscope — the quickest way to find out what a lesion is. Usually without sedation, often with a result on the same day.
Biopsy and histopathology
Taking a piece of the lesion or all of it and assessment of the tissue by a pathologist — the definitive diagnosis of the type of tumour, its grade and whether the margins are clear after surgery.
Tumour staging
Checking whether and how far the tumour has spread: chest X-ray, abdominal ultrasound, lymph nodes, blood tests.
Surgical oncology — removing tumours with a margin
Surgical removal of a tumour planned on the basis of the diagnosis and staging — with a margin chosen to suit the type of tumour, in two operating theatres with full monitoring and histopathological assessment of every lesion.
Chemotherapy and drug treatment for cancer
Chemotherapy, targeted drugs and supportive treatment for cancer, given here on site. Where needed, we coordinate treatment with an external centre.
Mast cell tumour (mastocytoma) in a dog
Comprehensive care of a dog with a mast cell tumour — from cytology and staging, through surgery with an appropriate margin, to interpretation of the grade and a follow-up plan. The most common skin tumour in dogs.
Dentistry
Specialty pageDental consultation
Assessment of a dog's or cat's mouth, a discussion of symptoms and a plan for what comes next — from home dental care to a procedure under anaesthesia with dental X-rays.
Dental treatment — scaling and polishing under anaesthesia
Removal of tartar above and below the gum line, polishing and assessment of every tooth — under general anaesthesia with full monitoring, in line with a written standard.
Tooth extractions (including surgical)
We remove only teeth that cannot be saved — the decision is confirmed by X-ray. Simple and surgical extractions under general anaesthesia, with nerve blocks and a check-up after the procedure.
Treatment of periodontal disease
Periodontal disease is the most common disease of dogs and cats after the age of 3. We treat it in stages: dental treatment with X-rays, cleaning of periodontal pockets, extractions where necessary, and a home dental care plan.
Tooth resorption in cats (FORL) and feline gingivitis
Tooth resorption is one of the most common and most painful diseases in cats, and is often invisible without X-rays. We diagnose it under anaesthesia and treat it by removing the affected teeth.
Fractures of the upper and lower jaw, oral injuries
Fractures of the upper and lower jaw and wounds of the mouth after accidents and bites. We stabilise the patient, diagnose on X-ray and repair the fracture so that the animal can eat. Call before you come.
Dermatology and allergology
Specialty pageDermatology consultation
A visit for a dog or cat that is scratching, losing hair or has changes on the skin. History-taking, examination of the skin and basic tests in the on-site laboratory lead to a plan for diagnostics and treatment.
Cytology, skin scrapings and fungal testing
Three basic dermatological tests carried out in the consulting room: cytology (bacteria, yeasts), skin scrapings (skin parasites) and testing for ringworm. Most results are available during the visit.
Diagnosis and treatment of allergies (atopy, food allergy)
A structured work-up of chronic itching: ruling out parasites and infections, an elimination diet, diagnosis of atopy and a choice of treatment that can be maintained for years without steroids.
Ear infections — diagnosis and treatment (otoscopy)
Head shaking and scratching at the ears are most often a sign of inflammation of the outer ear. We examine the ear with an otoscope, do cytology of the discharge and treat it so that the problem does not come back every few weeks.
Skin biopsy and autoimmune diseases
Taking a skin sample for histopathology — when the lesions are unusual, do not respond to treatment, or we suspect an autoimmune disease. A short procedure under sedation or local anaesthesia.
Diagnostic imaging
Specialty pageDigital X-ray — radiography
Digital X-ray examination of a dog or cat, with the report given on site. Bones and joints, chest, abdomen, looking for foreign bodies — high-resolution images available immediately.
Chest X-ray
Examination of the lungs, heart, trachea and oesophagus in a dog or cat with a cough, breathing difficulty or cancer. Three views, assessment on site, supplemented with a heart ultrasound if needed.
X-ray for joint dysplasia
X-rays of the hip and elbow joints under sedation, in the positioning required to assess dysplasia — for breeding purposes or to investigate lameness in a young dog.
Abdominal ultrasound
A painless examination of the abdominal organs of a dog or cat — liver, kidneys, bladder, intestines, spleen, prostate and uterus — with the report given on site. The basis for investigating vomiting, diarrhoea, urinary problems and tumours.
Chest ultrasound and FAST examination
A quick ultrasound scan that detects fluid or air in the chest and abdomen in an animal after an accident or with breathing difficulty — performed on arrival, without preparation, in a few minutes.
Ultrasound-guided biopsy
Taking cells or a tissue sample from an organ or tumour in the abdomen through the skin, guided by ultrasound imaging — under sedation, without opening the abdomen. It often makes it possible to reach a diagnosis and plan treatment.
Endoscopy
Specialty pageGastroscopy and endoscopy of the digestive tract
Viewing the oesophagus, stomach and duodenum with a flexible endoscope and taking samples for histopathology — without opening the abdomen. For animals with chronic vomiting or diarrhoea.
Endoscopic removal of foreign bodies
Removal of a swallowed object from the oesophagus or stomach through the mouth, with an endoscope, without an incision. The sooner after swallowing, the greater the chance that surgery can be avoided — call before you come.
Bronchoscopy and bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL)
Viewing the larynx, trachea and bronchi from the inside and collecting fluid from the lungs (BAL) for testing — for animals with a cough that does not respond to treatment. Under anaesthesia with monitoring.
Rhinoscopy — endoscopy of the nasal cavity
Viewing the nasal cavity and nasopharynx from the inside with an endoscope, with samples taken or a foreign body removed. For dogs and cats whose sneezing, nasal discharge or nosebleeds do not resolve with treatment.
Colonoscopy
Endoscopic examination of the rectum, colon and the end of the small intestine with samples taken — for animals with chronic large-bowel diarrhoea, fresh blood in the stool or painful straining.
Video-otoscopy — endoscopy of the ear
Viewing the ear canal and eardrum on a screen, flushing the ear, removing a foreign body or polyp — under sedation, for chronic and recurrent ear infections.
Anaesthesiology and pain management
Specialty pagePre-anaesthetic assessment for general anaesthesia
An examination, blood results and a risk assessment on the ASA scale before every anaesthetic — in line with our standard STD-01. This lets us plan the anaesthetic for the individual patient.
General anaesthesia with monitoring
Inhalation or combined anaesthesia carried out according to standard STD-02: intubation, continuous monitoring of vital signs, warming, and a dedicated person watching the patient throughout the procedure.
Local and regional anaesthesia
Nerve blocks, infiltration and epidural anaesthesia as a supplement to general anaesthesia or as stand-alone anaesthesia for minor procedures. Pain management standard STD-04.
Treatment of acute and chronic pain
Pain assessment using clinical scales and a treatment plan that combines several methods — after operations, in osteoarthritis, and for cancer pain and neuropathic pain. Standard STD-04.
Sedation for diagnostic examinations
Light, controlled sedation for X-rays, ultrasound, dressings and sample collection — with monitoring, reversible drugs and a quick recovery.
Laboratory diagnostics
Specialty pageComplete blood count and blood biochemistry
Basic blood tests carried out in our laboratory. The result is usually ready within an hour and is discussed by the veterinarian the same day.
Urinalysis and urine sediment examination
Urine examination with sediment assessment in our laboratory, which is essential in kidney disease, cystitis and urolithiasis. The sample can be collected at home or at the practice under ultrasound guidance.
PCR tests for infectious diseases
Sample collection and PCR tests sent to an external laboratory, which detect the genetic material of viruses, bacteria and parasites, for when a rapid test or a smear does not give an answer.
Hormone tests (thyroid, cortisol, progesterone)
Thyroid hormone measurements, cortisol tests for adrenal disease and progesterone for planning mating and whelping, either on site or sent to an external laboratory.
Faecal examination and parasite diagnostics
Faecal flotation and rapid tests (giardia, parvovirus) in our laboratory, with the result the same day. We recommend worming only when it is needed.
Pregnancy care and deliveries
Specialty pagePregnancy monitoring (ultrasound, X-ray, due date)
Ultrasound from week 3, X-ray to count the puppies or kittens late in pregnancy, assessment of the foetal heart rate and a plan for the birth, so that you know when and what to expect.
Perinatal and neonatal care
Help with a difficult birth during opening hours: ultrasound assessment, pharmacological support or Caesarean section, resuscitation of newborns, an incubator and the first examination of the litter. Call before you set off.
Reproductive disorders in bitches, queens and male animals
Diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the uterus, ovaries, mammary gland, prostate and testes, from pyometra to oestrus disorders. Ultrasound and blood tests on site.
Cryptorchidism: castration for an undescended testicle
Removal of a testicle that has not descended into the scrotum, from the groin or the abdominal cavity, once it has been located by ultrasound. The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia with monitoring; the removed testicle is examined histopathologically.
In-patient hospital and emergencies
Specialty pageHospitalisation with an observation chart
A stay in the practice's in-patient hospital with an individual observation chart: measurements at set intervals, drips delivered by infusion pumps, oxygen, an on-site laboratory and a daily conversation with the owner.
Intensive fluid therapy and oxygen therapy
Intravenous drips delivered by pump, correction of electrolytes and glucose, and oxygen therapy for patients who are dehydrated, in shock or short of breath. During opening hours; call before you set off.
Post-operative care and recovery
Supervised recovery in a heated kennel, monitoring of temperature and of pain using a scale, the first feed, and discharge with written instructions. Care from the moment the gas anaesthetic is switched off until the animal is handed back to the owner.
Emergencies during opening hours: triage
During opening hours we see emergencies out of turn: call before you set off and the team will prepare a treatment area. Triage, stabilisation, diagnostics and an in-patient hospital on site. We are not open at night.
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