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Expert advice for cat and dog owners in Dubai
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Senior Dogs and Cats in Dubai: What Changes at 7, and What Your Vet Should Be Checking
'They're just slowing down' is something we hear a lot about older pets. Sometimes that's true. But often it's pain, kidney disease, or a thyroid problem - things that are treatable once you find them.
2 October 2026
5 min read
Cat Grooming in Dubai: What Your Cat Actually Needs and When to Be Worried
Cats are self-sufficient groomers - until they're not. In Dubai's heat, long-haired cats especially can run into problems that look cosmetic but are sometimes medical. Here's how to tell the difference.
1 October 2026
7 min read
Dog Vaccinations in Dubai: Complete Schedule, UAE Requirements & What Every Owner Needs to Know
Dubai has specific vaccination requirements for dogs - and the schedule is different to what you may be used to from home. Here is exactly what your dog needs, when, and why.
23 September 2026
6 min read
Spaying and Neutering Dogs in Dubai: Age, Benefits, Cost, and Recovery
When should you neuter or spay your dog in Dubai, and what should you expect? Here is what the current evidence says - including why timing matters more for large breeds.
23 September 2026
5 min read
How to Choose a Vet in Dubai: What to Look For, What to Ask, and Red Flags to Avoid
Choosing the right vet in Dubai is one of the most important decisions you will make as a pet owner. Here is a practical guide to finding a clinic you can trust - before you actually need one.
22 September 2026
8 min read
Travelling with Your Pet from Dubai: Export Health Certificates, Rabies Titres, and Country Requirements
Moving or travelling abroad with your pet from Dubai involves more planning than most owners expect. Here is what you need, how far in advance, and what happens if you miss a step.
22 September 2026
6 min read
How to Choose a Cat Vet in Dubai: What Every Cat Owner Should Know
Not all vet clinics are equal when it comes to cats. Here is what to look for, which questions to ask, and the signs a clinic genuinely understands feline care - from a team that treats cats every day.
23 September 2026
7 min read
How Long to Quarantine a Stray Cat: A Dubai Guide to Bringing Home a Street Cat
Found a stray cat in Dubai and want to bring it home? Quarantine is essential - both to protect your resident pets and to give the newcomer time to decompress. Here is exactly what to do and for how long.
27 September 2026
6 min read
Cat Scratch Disease: Should You Worry About Being Scratched by a Cat?
Most cat scratches are nothing to worry about, but cat scratch disease, caused by the bacterium Bartonella henselae, is a real condition that can cause swollen lymph nodes and fever lasting weeks. Here is what to know.
25 September 2026
6 min read
Ringworm in Cats: Causes, Signs, Treatment and How to Stop It Spreading
Despite its name, ringworm has nothing to do with worms. It is a fungal infection that causes hair loss in cats and can spread to people. Here is everything Dubai cat owners need to know about recognising and treating it.
23 September 2026
7 min read
Feline Parvovirus in Cats: Symptoms, Treatment and Why Vaccination Saves Lives
Feline panleukopenia is one of the most dangerous and contagious diseases a cat can get, and it kills quickly. Here is what every Dubai cat owner needs to know about the virus, its symptoms, and how to protect your cat.
21 September 2026
7 min read
Feline Mycoplasma: The Blood Parasite Your Cat's Blood Test Can Detect
Mycoplasma haemofelis is a flea-transmitted blood parasite that destroys red blood cells in cats, often causing severe anaemia before owners notice anything is wrong. Here is what every cat owner in Dubai should know.
19 September 2026
6 min read
Vaccinations for Cats and Dogs in Dubai: The Complete Guide
Rabies is required by UAE law, but your cat and dog need more than that. Here's the complete vaccination guide for pet owners in Dubai - what vaccines are used, when to start, and what's different about the UAE.
15 August 2025
6 min read
Cat Spaying in Dubai: What to Expect and How Much It Costs
Spaying your cat is one of the most important health decisions you'll make. This guide covers everything Dubai cat owners need to know - timing, the procedure, recovery, and what to look for in a vet.
28 August 2025
5 min read
Emergency Vet Dubai: What to Do When Your Pet Has an Accident
When a pet emergency strikes, every second counts. This guide tells you exactly what to do - and what not to do - if your cat or dog has an accident or sudden illness in Dubai.
2 September 2025
4 min read
Pet Microchipping in Dubai: What You Need to Know
Microchipping is required by law for all dogs in Dubai and strongly recommended for cats. Here's everything you need to know about the process, the cost, and how it works.
8 September 2025
5 min read
Dental Care for Cats and Dogs in Dubai: Why It Matters
Dental disease is the most common health problem in adult cats and dogs - and most owners don't realise there's a problem until it's advanced. Here's what Dubai pet owners need to know.
9 September 2025
7 min read
My Dog Is Limping on Their Back Leg: Could It Be a Cruciate Ligament Tear?
Hind leg lameness is one of the most common reasons dogs come to us for orthopaedic assessment. The cranial cruciate ligament is involved in the majority of cases - and the sooner it is diagnosed, the better the outcome.
15 September 2026
8 min read
TPLO Surgery for Dogs in Dubai: How It Works, What to Expect, and Recovery
TPLO is the gold-standard surgical treatment for cruciate ligament rupture in dogs. Here is a thorough, honest guide to what the surgery involves, how long recovery takes, and what outcomes to expect.
17 September 2026
7 min read
Orthopaedic Surgery for Dogs and Cats in Dubai: When Is It the Right Call?
Broken bones, slipping kneecaps, ligament tears, hip dysplasia: orthopaedic problems in pets cover a wide range. Here is a practical guide to the most common conditions, what surgery involves, and how to make the right decision for your pet.
19 September 2026
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