Overview of cruciate ligament tears in dogs. Causes, key symptoms and diagnosis. Treatment options with TPLO as the gold standard plus minimally invasive techniques. Early care leads to excellent outcomes. Book an appointment at Tierklinik Zürich Ost.

Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CDS) is similar to dementia in humans. Early detection, targeted nutrition, medication, and adjusted routines can significantly improve the quality of life for senior dogs.

High-level echocardiography combining advanced equipment and specialist expertise for diagnosis, monitoring and therapy planning. Gentle and usually without anesthesia. Appointments in Zurich Ost, Basel or Zuzwil.

Physiotherapy and osteopathy after surgery support healing, reduce pain, prevent incorrect loading, and sustainably improve your pet’s well-being.

Cone Beam CT provides high-resolution 3D images with low radiation – ideal for rodents. It enables precise diagnosis of dental, jaw, and nasal diseases while ensuring a gentle examination for sensitive patients.

Chronische Nierenerkrankungen sind bei älteren Katzen häufig. Erste Anzeichen sind oft unspezifisch. Eine frühzeitige Diagnose verbessert die Lebensqualität deutlich. Wir begleiten Sie mit individueller Betreuung und gezielter Behandlung.

Ein gesundes Gebiss ist für Hunde und Katzen genauso wichtig wie für uns Menschen. Zahnprobleme verursachen nicht nur Schmerzen, sondern können auch das allgemeine Wohlbefinden erheblich beeinträchtigen.

Good veterinary dentistry means early detection, targeted treatment, and preserving teeth. Pain-free pets live healthier. Dental care starts at home – we’re here to help with prevention and treatment advice.

FORL is a painful dental disease in cats that often goes unnoticed. Only dental X-rays under anesthesia provide certainty. Early detection is key to improving your cat’s quality of life.

Dog braces? Yes - when misalignments cause pain or chewing issues. Treatment is short and tailored, ensuring your pet’s long-term comfort and dental health.

An unusual gait may signal patellar luxation – a common orthopedic issue in dogs. Early diagnosis helps prevent pain and long-term joint damage.

Clearing up common vaccination myths and explaining why a tailored vaccination plan keeps your pet safe and healthy.

VetTrust’s anaesthesia technicianInnen provide personal support, real-time monitoring, and safety throughout the entire anaesthetic process – especially for animals with specific risk factors.

Early detection saves lives: VetTrust offers advanced diagnostics, personalised preventive care, and compassionate support for pets affected by cancer – because recognising the signs early makes all the difference.

Veterinary care is advancing – but treatments can be costly. Pet health insurance offers financial security and freedom of choice. Learn when insurance makes sense and what to consider when choosing a policy.

Learn how to identify and manage food allergies in dogs and cats. Tips on symptoms, diagnosis, diet solutions and long-term care.

Safe holidays with your dog – protect your pet from serious travel diseases. Learn how to guard against ticks and mosquitoes, and why a vet check before and after your trip is essential.

FLUTD affects a cat’s urinary tract, causing pain, frequent urination, or blockages.

In nature, male tortoises usually live alone and travel around to find females. In private ownership, however, several males are often kept together – sometimes even with females.

Regular oral exams and dental care are essential for pet well-being. Professional cleanings, prophylaxis, and dental procedures prevent and treat dental diseases. Recognize early signs and consult your vet promptly.

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Interview with Dr. Jarno Schmidt: Advances and Future Prospects in Animal Cancer Research.

Malassezia otitis, a common issue in dogs, is a yeast infection in the ear caused by excessive growth of Malassezia fungi due to moisture, itching, or allergies. Check out VetTrust's article for more information.

Animals love cool stone floors and shady places in the summer. Dogs and cats are very sensitive to heat and already at temperatures from 23 degrees they prefer to relax than to romp.

Silent Trust: The Dog School for Deaf Dogs - An Interview with Monika Calmes on Living with Deaf Four-Legged Companions and the Essential Requirements for Their Care.

A VetTrust article about cat breeding and what to consider if you want to start.

Growth: birth to adulthood, height/weight gain, tooth/skin change, sexual maturity in dogs/cats. VetTrust article.

Kittens usually get everything they need from their mother. Sometimes they require extra care due to mother's death or rejection, her poor health, or a large litter. Here's an article from VetTrust.

Puppies are cute and bring joy, but also a great responsibility. A successful human-dog relationship requires the consideration of important factors in dealing with the growing four-legged friend.

The VetTrust Foal ABC by our expert, Dr Gabrielle Brunner

VetTrust Business Focus: Compassionate pet care

VetTrust magazine article in the Dogcoaching section: Where does puppy training start?

Exercise stress and physiotherapy in growing animals - VetTrust article

VetTrust interviews cat breeder Sabine Oschmann Maurer

Certainly when one thinks of diseases, the first ones that come to mind are the elderly candidates of our loving companions. But also the youngest can be affected!

Senile dementia in dogs is a serious disease and should not be confused with normal senile dementia. The technical term for this disease is Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome and is currently often under-diagnosed.

Our pets age - it is the course of nature, which we cannot change. What we can change, however, is our attitude towards old age - and thus significantly improve the quality of life of our grey muzzles and ours.

Not only good nutrition, sufficient exercise and occupation belong to a healthy attitude of cat and dog. Our regular health check is also part of it.

Regelmässiger Jahrescheck zählt zu einer gesunden Haltung von Katze und Hund. Buchen Sie heute noch einen Termin für Ihr Liebling.

The dental care needs of our pets mirror our own. Prevention is better than cure, the best time to start is the first visit to the vet - VetTrust checks will be with you and your pet for life.

Although it is clear that a pet is not an object, it is not uncommon for misconceptions and misunderstandings to arise. Veterinarian Gabrielle Brunner is concerned about the relationship between humans and animals.

A good dog school is one of the most important decisions in the development of a young dog. Especially for first-time dog owners, for whom the topic of training and imprinting is still new, it is crucial what help they get in training.

The PocDoc® Pet Connect is an intelligent first aid kit that includes an activation code for the app. Each step of the treatment is explained in the app in short concise sentences and with understandable pictures.

With the right technique and patience, it is usually easy to house train a puppy within a few weeks. As always, the basic rule is to reward desired behaviour. VetTrust shows you how.

The first weeks and months of a dog's life are particularly crucial. The so-called imprinting phase determines how relaxed your dog will be later in life when dealing with stimuli, impressions, people and other animals.

What is part of a reflective Christmas season for us can be life-threatening for cats and dogs. VetTrust shares a few thoughts on the holidays.

It is comforting to know that parasites that live on the skin and fur of our pets do not usually pass on to humans and do not transmit diseases to them.

Allergies are a big issue in humans - more and more of them are being diagnosed. And they also occur in our pets.

Preventive care for animals is very important, even in Corona times, and is forgotten by many pet owners. We enlighten you, precaution is care.