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Found a baby squirrel: what should you do?

Found a young squirrel? Observe first; seek expert help if it is injured, weak or cold.

Found a baby squirrel: what should you do?

Cryptorchidism in dogs: examination and treatment

An undescended testicle in a dog: what it means and what to ask about examination and surgery.

Cryptorchidism in dogs: examination and treatment

Car travel with dogs and cats: what you need to know

Car travel with a dog or cat: safe transport, breaks, documents and a checklist for leaving Berlin.

Car travel with dogs and cats: what you need to know

Grass awns in dogs: what to watch for in summer

Grass awns can lodge in paws, ears and eyes. Check your dog after walks and know when to seek veterinary care.

Grass awns in dogs: what to watch for in summer

Pet microchips: what are they and why register them?

A microchip identifies a pet, but registration helps a lost animal get home. Here are the Berlin rules.

Pet microchips: what are they and why register them?

Helping your pet through seasonal shedding

Dogs, cats and rabbits shed seasonally. Learn what is normal and how gentle grooming can help.

Helping your pet through seasonal shedding

Top veterinary practice 2020

The Rödiger veterinary practice was included in FOCUS magazine’s 2020 list of top veterinary practices.

Top veterinary practice 2020

High blood pressure in cats

High blood pressure in cats can be overlooked. Regular checks can help detect it before organs are affected.

High blood pressure in cats

Can dogs and cats develop dementia as they age?

Cognitive dysfunction in dogs and cats: signs, diagnosis and ways to support an ageing pet.

Can dogs and cats develop dementia as they age?

30 years of the Rödiger veterinary practice

In February 2019, the Rödiger practice celebrated its 30th anniversary.

30 years of the Rödiger veterinary practice

My pet needs surgery: common questions

What happens during your pet’s operation, and what should you know before and after surgery?

My pet needs surgery: common questions

Found a young bird: what should you do?

Found a young bird? Observe from a safe distance and learn when it really needs help.

Found a young bird: what should you do?

Heat risks for dogs and cats

Hot weather can endanger dogs and cats. Watch for hot pavement, heat in cars and signs of overheating.

Heat risks for dogs and cats

Winter paw care for dogs

Cold ground, ice and road salt can irritate dogs’ paws. Learn how to protect and check them in winter.

Winter paw care for dogs

Planning a holiday abroad with your dog?

Travelling abroad with your dog? Check vaccinations, microchip and EU pet passport in good time.

Planning a holiday abroad with your dog?

Physiotherapy and osteopathy for animals

An overview of physiotherapy and osteopathy for pets, including techniques and areas of use.

Physiotherapy and osteopathy for animals

Flying with your dog: how to prepare

Flying with a dog takes planning. Check airline rules, the carrier, travel documents and your dog’s needs.

Flying with your dog: how to prepare

Is my pet overweight?

Extra weight can affect the health of dogs and cats. Learn how to recognise it and seek advice.

Is my pet overweight?

Are tick bites dangerous for my cat?

Serious tick-borne illness is relatively uncommon in cats, but prevention and cat-safe products matter.

Are tick bites dangerous for my cat?

Veterinary treatment costs in Germany

The German Fee Schedule for Veterinarians (GOT) governs how veterinary treatments are billed.

Veterinary treatment costs in Germany

What is a cat’s normal body temperature?

A healthy, relaxed cat’s body temperature is between 36.7°C and 38.9°C.

What is a cat’s normal body temperature?

Deworming dogs: essential information

Which worms matter for dogs in Germany, and why is deworming important?

Deworming dogs: essential information