Why do we have pets? Wigram Vet & The Good Dog Spa
“I am certain that almost as soon as man began to walk this earth, we also began our long association with other creatures. These encounters soon developed into close animal-human relationships that we would describe today as having pets,” says Geoff Mehrtens of the Wigram Vet and The Good Dog Spa. “There are […]
Are routine blood tests helpful for your pet? Wigram Vet and the Good Dog Spa
Wigram Vet and the Good Dog Spa’s Geoff Mehrtens tells Metropol how screening blood tests can greatly enhance a vet’s understanding of your pet’s health and uncover many underlying illnesses. Blood tests make a difference to cats’ and dogs’ wellbeing, sometimes a lifesaving difference. “Blood tests are great value for money and vets love having […]
Curiosity cures the cat: Wigram Vet
When Jasmine the usually active Bengal cat became quiet and lost her appetite, her owner took her to Wigram Vet to investigate. Clinic founder Dr Geoff Mehrtens tells Metropol his unexpected findings. Bengal cats are intelligent and active with an amazing patterned coat. They make vocal, livewire pets who fetch – much like […]
Why weight matters: Wigram Vet
Bella is a wonderful example of how a successful weight loss programme can lead to a major improvement in wellbeing. Bella’s owners love her but as she crept up to a biggest ever weight of 48kg there came a turning point when she became lame in her left hind leg. A tough love conversation was […]
A positive grooming experience
Dropping your precious baby off for a groom can be stressful. After all, having our hair done is a very personal experience, whether it’s for us or our precious pup. Wigram Vet and the Good Dog Spa is a relatively new dog-centric business with a holistic approach to its doggy clients’ wellbeing. Emma, head groomer […]
Doggie Day Care: Wigram Vet
Tucked away at Wigram Skies, there is a new option for doggy day care which has become a popular location for busy people to entrust their canine whānau since its opening in March. The Good Dog Spa at 155 Corsair Drive is a purpose-built dog-centric location for all things canine. The building houses […]
Daredevil in disguise: Wigram Vet
Scout is a typically energetic four-month-old Jack Russell Terrier who loves being involved with everything that is going on. One morning recently, Scout was a little too close to the action when a wooden pallet fell on her. When the team at Wigram Vet examined Scout, it was not immediately obvious what injury had occurred, […]