A day in the life of a GVC pet relocation team member
Being a pet relocator has many rewards through the different facets of the work we do. When clients make their initial enquiry, our job is to put them at ease and relieve their anxiety regarding preparations for their pets’ big move. Our pets are the life and soul of our families and are often referred […]
What impact will airline travel and relocation have on my pet?
This is a question that the team at GVC believes is one of the most important to ask when considering international travel with your pet. Whilst the answer will vary for each and every pet, the reality is that relocation can be a stressful experience for most, if not all of our pets. It is […]
Our top 6 tips to positive and respectful human-animal interactions
Here at GVC we place huge value on applying a holistic approach to pet healthcare which means that we will always consider an animal’s healthcare and welfare from a physical, mental, and emotional approach. Now, there is a massive amount of information to learn about all three areas but while most vets are experts in […]
Extraordinary ELSA and her adventures in neurosurgery!
You know when somebody says “well it’s not brain surgery…” when a task seems simple and therefore should be straight-forward? Well, there’s a very good reason why brain surgery can be considered anything but simple and straight forward… and this is why! Meet Elsa. Elsa is a seven-year-old Arabian Mau kitty who had been […]
Our pet training philosophy and “The Three Cs”
We are not a traditional Dog Training Facility or Puppy School, and you won’t find any other Pet Trainer or Veterinary Clinic like us in Abu Dhabi, or indeed many places in the world. We believe in setting your dog up for success by teaching them Coping Skills and ways of behaving that will improve […]
Adolescence in dogs – the terrible teens
Believe it or not, our domestic dogs, just like humans, go through very set developmental periods in early life, including a period known as “adolescence”. In dogs, this begins at the time of sexual maturity – so at around five to six months of age and can last up until two to three years of […]
How to enhance your home environment for your feline family and be a cat-tastic pet-parent
Once you have provided your cat with the basics – shelter, food, water and so on – you will need to enhance their home habitat to bring pleasure and stimulation, as well as security and stability. Here are a few pointers but remember to always consider your own kitty’s personality (when it comes to cats, […]
Ignorance is not bliss… three entirely preventable pet health hazards
1. Lilies are Lethal! But they are such pretty flowers and waft out wonderful aromas… Yes, and they are also exceptionally toxic to cats and can be harmful to dogs. A cat that ingests any part from one of several common lily varieties is likely to suffer from serious kidney issues within hours and, without […]
Senior health in our pets – how to help our furry friends enjoy their later years
At GVC we love all our pet patients, young and old! Kittens and puppies are wonderfully cute and as they age their personalities mature and their characters really emerge into the complex and adorable family members we cherish so much. For pet parents, the move from adult to “senior” or “mature”, however, can often happen […]
Unravelling pet relocation estimates
Moving your pet from here to there… Really, how difficult can that be? Well in truth it’s not so much difficult as complex, time-consuming, and of course quite expensive, especially when you are not being provided with all of the right information and costs are either not being fully explained or fully included. This means […]
