Check out the latest articles, notices, and insights from Paws N’ Claws Veterinary Surgery!
What is Fear-Free?
What do we mean when we say that a veterinary visit is Fear-Free? A team that adopts a Fear-Free approach wants your pet to be happy when your pet comes through our doors.
Bringing Your Pets In Separately
Our nurses might bring your pet into the treatment area first, without you accompanying. Here’s why and how it helps pets feel calm, and comfortable.
Anxiety in Cats
Is your cat anxious and stressed? Find out how to spot the signs, practical tips to calm your furkid, and options for vet-supported care.
Bone Fractures
Limping, swelling, pain, and vocalisation are signs of fractures in dogs and cats. Learn about symptoms, first aid, and orthopaedic treatment options for broken bones.
Cushing’s in Dogs
Cushing’s disease is caused by abnormally high levels of the hormone cortisol. Symptoms to note include increased thirst, panting, hair loss, and a pot belly.
Vomiting and Diarrhea in Dogs
Canine gastrointestinal symptoms may arise from food sensitivities, parasites, infections, chronic diseases, and more. Find out when they signal a serious health issue.
Cat Asthma: Signs and Treatment
Is your cat coughing, wheezing, or struggling to breathe? Here’s a guide to feline asthma, and how vets deal with this chronic inflammatory disease.
Calmer, Positive Vet Visits: Pet Unity Q&A
Visiting the vet does not have to be a scary, stressful experience for our furkids. Learn more about gentle control, touch gradient, positive reinforcement, complimentary ‘Happy Visits’ and more.
Pancreatitis in Dogs and Cats
Learn about pancreatitis in dogs and cats — symptoms, causes, treatment at vet clinics, prevention, and when to seek hospital care or veterinary attention.
Common Canine Cancers
Understand cancer in dogs, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, as well as common types such as bone cancer, lymphoma, mast cell tumours, and melanoma.
Fear-Free Care For Senior Pets
For our ageing pets, Fear-Free veterinary care can make a big difference. Prioritising gentle handling and stress reduction helps our senior furkids have a positive experience.
Popular Bird Breeds
Cockatiels, budgies, African Grey parrots, lovebirds, and canaries have their own unique personalities and care requirements. Pick up useful tips and learn about common health issues.
Toxoplasmosis in Cats
This parasitic disease can infect both pets and humans. In cats, it may sometimes cause lethargy, fever, weight loss, breathing difficulties, and other signs.
Gastroenteritis in Dogs
If your dog is experiencing vomiting, diarrhea, or lethargy, it may be a sign of gastroenteritis, which refers to an inflammation of the stomach and intestines.
Ear Infection in Pets: Symptoms and What to Expect at the Vet
Is your dog or cat scratching their ears more than usual? Or maybe you have noticed an unpleasant odour coming from their ears? These could be possible signs of an ear infection, which may sometimes become chronic.
Can Dogs Eat Durian? A Quick Guide for Pet Owners
Can dogs eat durian? This is a common question among pet owners, especially for many of us durian lovers in Singapore. We naturally wish to share the things we enjoy with our furry companions.
Preventing Worms in Cats: Essential Tips for Cat Owners
As a cat owner, your top priority is keeping your feline friend both healthy and happy. One important aspect of feline health involves preventing and managing worms, which are common internal parasites.
Orthopaedic care
Learn about common injuries and diseases affecting your pet’s bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments, and how they can be treated.
Basic bird care: A quick guide
Are you welcoming a feathered friend into your life? Pick up simple tips to equip you with the knowledge to nurture and care for your pet bird.
Vaccination titre testing for pets
Not sure if your pet needs a booster shot? A simple blood test can measure your pet’s existing immunity to specific diseases.
Leptospirosis in dogs
Learn how to prevent leptospirosis, what signs to look out for in your dog, and how this infectious bacterial disease is treated by veterinarians.
Our chat with Kiss92’s Joshua Simon
What are common ailments that pets in Singapore face? What are the challenges of working as a veterinary professional? Check out the highlights of Dr Esther and Jeremy’s radio interview.
Rabbits and RHD
Learn about Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease (RHD), a highly contagious disease that is typically fatal in non-immune rabbits.
Caring for your pet’s teeth and gums
Dental health is a crucial part of your pet’s overall health. Your pet’s teeth and gums should be checked at least once a year by your veterinarian to keep their mouth healthy.
First aid for pets
Knowing how to administer first aid may help save your pet’s life before you can get them to a veterinarian.
Toxicity for pets
Many human foods, houseplants, and flowers are toxic to our furry friends. Here’s what to avoid to keep them safe and healthy.
Parvovirus in dogs
Canine parvovirus, or parvo, is highly contagious and can be fatal if not treated immediately. Prevention is always best. Learn about the signs to look out for, treatment options, and how you can prevent it.
Sterilisation: Why & when?
Spaying or neutering your dogs and cats helps them live a healthier, longer life. Learn about the benefits of sterilisation and common myths.
Dog handling & prep for vet visits
Learn useful tips on how to handle and train your dogs in a Fear-Free way, and how to prepare for successful vet visits.
False pregnancy in dogs
Is your pet actually pregnant? A pseudopregnancy may occur in an unspayed female dog, regardless of whether or not she was mated.
Preventive care for pets
Vaccinations and flea & tick prevention protect your furkid from serious diseases. Preventative care is key to keeping your pet healthy and well.