Sometimes it is easy to decide that a pet needs to visit the clinic. We may see a sudden change or sense that our pet is not happy or behaving normally. In addition there are many routine reasons why a pet should be seen. As the owner of a pet it is your responsibility to ensure that any problems that occur receive prompt treatment.

At times it can be hard to realise there is a problem which needs treating. Often we see a pet which the owner thinks is healthy or normal but a trained vet can see signs of disease which can be severe. These cases are worrying because they are a cause of unrecognized suffering which may go on for a long time. Of course no one would want to let their pet suffer, but it can be hard to see this. There are many signs of hidden suffering or disease. If you see the changes listed below it is time to call for an appointment to assess if the problem is serious and needs treating.