Keeping Your Pet Healthy: Regular Check-ups Matter

When it comes to looking after pets, a little effort goes a long way. The Potchefstroom Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) is urging pet owners to prioritise regular health check-ups to keep their furry companions in top shape.

Why Regular Check-Ups Are Important

Just like humans, pets need routine check-ups to stay healthy. Regular visits to the vet can help catch potential health issues before they become serious. Whether it’s a dental check-up, vaccinations, or microchipping, keeping up with pet healthcare is the key to a long and happy life for your furry friend.

What PAWS Offers

PAWS provides a range of essential pet healthcare services, including:

• Teeth Cleaning – Because bad breath shouldn’t be the reason your pet gets left outside.

• Sterilisation – Essential for controlling the pet population and reducing health risks like certain cancers.

• General Check-ups – A quick visit can save you from bigger problems down the line.

• Vaccinations – Nobody wants their pet catching nasty diseases that could have been prevented.

• Microchipping – A tiny chip could make the difference between losing a pet and getting them safely home.

  
  

Sterilisation: More Than Just Population Control

Sterilisation is about more than just preventing unexpected litters. It significantly reduces the risk of certain cancers and infections, helping pets live longer, healthier lives. PAWS is encouraging all pet owners to get their pets sterilised – it’s one of the best things you can do for them.

How to Book an Appointment

Pet owners can schedule a check-up or sterilisation appointment by calling 071 681 9462.

Taking care of a pet is a lifelong commitment, and a little preventative care now can save a lot of trouble later. PAWS is here to help ensure that pets stay healthy, happy, and very much a part of the family.