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Does your pet suffer from pain? Modern pain management is more than just pills. Read about Sacrum's diverse remedies: Librela, Solensia and Physiotherapy.
When is a dog a senior? Blood tests and examinations at the age of 7-8 years will reveal latent diseases in time. Book a senior check in Vantaa.
Cardiac ultrasound is a painless and accurate examination. Find out how to prepare for your visit to the Animal Hospital Sacrum and what the study reveals.
Feline HCM is a common and often asymptomatic heart disease. Identify signs of danger: difficulty breathing or sudden paralysis of the posterior end (thrombus, or blood clot).
The vet heard a murmur in the dog? Don't panic. Read what murmur means, how it is classified (1-6) and when an ultrasound examination of the heart is needed.
Does the dog cough at night or get tired while jogging? These can be the first symptoms of a heart defect. Learn how to recognize the signs of murmur or impairment in time.
Veterinary Hospital Sacrum Vantaa offers comprehensive laboratory services and ultrasound examinations. Read why finding hidden internal diseases in time is important.
The dog's stomach is constantly loose or the cat vomits weekly? Chronic stomach problems are not normal. Read about IBD and food allergies.
Does the dog's skin redden or a strange pate appeared on it? Learn how to treat a hot spot at home and when a skin change requires veterinary sampling.
Does your old cat lose weight even though it eats like a horse? It may be about hyperthyroidism. Learn more about this common disease in senior cats.
Does your dog drink a huge amount of water? It can be the first symptom of diabetes. Learn how to treat canine diabetes with insulin and diet.
Does the dog pee blood? Bloody urination is always a reason to go to the vet. Read on for the most common causes: urinary tract infection, urinary stones or prostate problems.
Cat scratches his ears? Unlike in dogs, ear infection in cats is rare and is often caused by ear mites or polyps. Read the symptoms and treatment instructions.
Is your dog bothered by constant ear twitching? Otitis is rarely an independent disease. Learn why an allergy or structure predisposes to inflammation and how to break the thread.
Canine atopy is a lifelong skin disease. Identify the symptoms (licking of the paws, ear infections) and learn how to control the symptoms with medication and treatment.
Did the dog scratch himself for blood? Itching is not a disease, but a symptom. Read about the most common causes: ulcerative, food allergy or atopy. Sacrum Vantaa helps.
Does your cat vomit hairballs or food? Weekly vomiting is not normal. Read about the most common causes: food allergy, IBD or foreign object.
Dog has diarrhea? Refer to the instructions for home care (feeding, lactic acid bacteria) and identify the signs when it is necessary to go to the doctor (blood, puppy, fatigue).
Does dog anesthesia scare you? Read how we ensure the safety of anaesthesia in Vantaa (monitoring, intubation) and why dental treatment is not possible while awake.
Is once a year enough? In small dogs, tartar accumulates faster. Read the veterinarian's recommendations on dental inspection intervals for different breeds.
Did you know that untreated stomatitis in a dog can damage the heart and kidneys? Learn why dental care is important for the health of the whole body.
Does cat tooth extraction scare you? Learn why TR disease requires tooth extraction and how just fine your cat is doing (and eating!) without teeth.
When should a dog be taken for tartar removal? Don't wait for teeth to wiggle. Learn why regular cleaning saves money and your dog's health.
Does your dog's breath smell like pus or fish? It's not normal. Read about the most common causes (tartar, gingivitis, kidney failure) and how to get rid of the smell.
The cat covers the toothache to the last. Identify signs of danger: crackling, difficulty eating and bad breath. Learn more about feline tooth decay (TR).
Are you looking for dog tartar removal in Vantaa? At the veterinary hospital Sacrum, we perform a thorough dental treatment under safe anesthesia. Read more and make an appointment.
Old dog can't walk? Don't assume it's just old age. Often the cause is treatable pain, a heart defect or a hormone problem.
Dog back pain is often confused with lameness. Identify the symptoms of intervertebral hernia and back pain: numbness, unwillingness to look up, and unwillingness to move.
Does the dog lick its paws or avoid jumping? Joint pain can be latent. Recognize the symptoms and read how Animal Hospital Sacrum helps with pain management.
TPLO is the best treatment for a canine cruciate ligament injury. Read what happens in surgery, how long it takes to recover and why it prevents osteoarthritis.
Not all lameness requires surgery. Read the veterinarian's assessment: when rest is enough and when surgery is needed (eg cruciate ligament, fracture, OCD).
Is your dog slowing down? It may not just be old age, but treatable pain. Read on for 5 signs by which you can recognize the pain of a senior dog.
Did your dog jump on three legs? Patellar luxation is a common ailment in small dogs. Read about the classification (grades 1-4) and when surgery is necessary.
Osteoarthritis in dogs is a common cause of pain. Learn how to recognize the symptoms and how we treat pain in Vantaa: medication, weight management and physiotherapy.
Do you suspect a cruciate ligament injury? Read about TPLO surgery and conservative treatment. An orthopedist explains why rest alone rarely heals a dog's knee.
Does the dog limp on the front leg or the back leg? Read the vet's information pack for the most common causes: osteoarthritis, cruciate ligament injury, sprain or foreign object.
Veterinary Hospital Sacrum is on call in Vantaa (Porttisuontie 13). We treat acute cases of illness in dogs and cats. See instructions and contact information here.
The cat is flabby, hides or sleeps a lot? Apathy is a cat's way of telling about pain or illness. Read the most common reasons and when to go to the emergency room.
Dog diarrhea often surprises. When is home care enough and when is a veterinarian needed? Read the instructions for treating bloody diarrhea and diarrhea in puppies.
Did the dog eat a sock, a toy or a rock? Read about when a dog needs to vomit at the vet and what are the symptoms of intestinal obstruction. Animal Hospital Sacrum helps 24/7.
Does the cat breathe with its mouth open or groan? This is always a serious symptom. Read the veterinarian's instructions on why a cat's breathing difficulty requires an immediate emergency visit.
An epileptic seizure or seizure in a dog is a frightening situation. Read the instructions: what to do during a seizure and when to rush to the veterinarian on duty.
The dog goes limp and can't afford weight on the leg? Read the veterinarian's instructions: is it a cruciate ligament injury, wound or sprain? When to go on call?
Failure to eat is life threatening to the cat. Read about why cat fasting leads to liver damage and when to go to the emergency room in Vantaa.
Dog vomits yellow, blood or foam? Read about when vomiting is an emergency and when home treatment is enough. Vantaa will be instructed by the veterinarian on duty.
Is your dog just “old and grumpy”? It can be a sign of pain. Learn how chronic pain changes your pet's behavior and how to recognize it.
Is an old dog “too old” for surgery or dental treatment? Often, untreated illness carries a higher risk than anesthesia. Read the veterinarian's reasoning.
Does dog anesthesia scare you? Modern anesthesia is safe. Read how we monitor your pet's sleep at Animal Hospital Sacrum in Vantaa.
Is your old cat losing weight or drinking a lot? Senior cats often suffer from hidden diseases. Read the veterinarian's list of the top 3 most common ailments.