The Ridge Vet and Pet Spa

16/01/2026

CAT FRIENDLY FLOWERS!

Becareful with fresh flowers or potted flowers around your cat as a lot of them are toxic!

16/01/2026

16/01/2026

⚠️Tick season is upon us, and ticks pose a serious threat to animal health‼️

🕷️ Why ticks are dangerous
Ticks feed on blood and can transmit life-threatening diseases, including:
• Babesiosis (biliary)
• Tick bite fever
• Ehrlichiosis
• Anaplasmosis

⚠️ Watch for these warning signs:
• Weakness or lethargy
• Loss of appetite
• Pale gums
• Fever
• Limping or stiffness
• Sudden collapse in severe cases

🔍 Daily tick checks are essential
Pay close attention to:
• Ears and neck
• Under collars
• Between toes
• Armpits and groin
• Around eyes and mouth

🛡️ Prevention saves lives
• Use vet-approved tick control consistently
• Treat all animals on intake and routinely thereafter
• Maintain clean kennels and cut back vegetation
• ☣️Never use dog tick products on cats☣️

🚨 Act fast
Tick-borne diseases can progress rapidly. Immediate veterinary attention is critical if any animal shows signs of illness.

💙 Prevention is far more effective — and affordable — than treatment.
Help us protect the animals in our care by staying vigilant during tick season.

12/01/2026

💖 Welcome to The Ridge Vet and Pet Spa with Dr. Yecintha Naidoo 🐾

At The Ridge Vet and Pet Spa, we believe that true pet care is rooted in warmth, compassion, and dedicated expertise. Led by the wonderful Dr. Yecintha Naidoo, our practice is more than just a clinic and parlour—it's a sanctuary completely devoted to the health and happiness of your beloved furry family members.

Dr. Naidoo brings not just clinical skill but a genuine, loving approach to every consultation, ensuring your pet feels safe and comfortable, whether they're in for a routine check-up or specialized care. We know that grooming is also essential for well-being, which is why our Pet Spa offers tender, expert care to keep cats and dogs looking and feeling their absolute best.

It is our mission to be your trusted partner, supporting your pet through every stage of their life with unwavering kindness and professional excellence. At The Ridge, your pet is family, and their happy, healthy life is our greatest reward.

The Ridge Vet and Pet Spa
4 Westridge Road
Umhlanga Rocks
Tel 031 566 4505
Email [email protected]

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11/01/2026

MISSING KITTEN - CHARLIE
•4 months old
•Two different coloured eyes
•Has a kink in her tail
Missing for one week in the Sylvan Grove/ Fairview Drive/Broadwood area (Umhlanga)

Please contact:
Vivian: 063 773 3656

08/01/2026

Our hearts (and kennels) are full of adorable smaller-breed puppies looking for their forever homes! 🐶💕

These little ones are around 9–12 weeks old, full of personality, and seriously cute! If you’ve been thinking about adding a furry family member, this might just be your sign. ✨

📍 Come and meet them in person or give us a call for more info.
📞 031 904 2424

📝 Please note:
We’re unable to hold a puppy unless an adoption application form has been completed, so don’t wait too long!

⏰ Opening hours:
• Weekdays: 08:30 – 16:00
• Saturdays: 08:30 – 12:00

Adopting a puppy means giving them a safe, loving future, and gaining a best friend in return. 💛
Come through and meet your new family member today! 🐾

06/01/2026

The Ridge Vet and Pet Spa: Giving your pet the best chance to come home. ❤️

This new year, give yourself the ultimate peace of mind:

Ensure your pets stay safe by microchipping them!

A microchip is a permanent ID that dramatically increases the chances of a lost pet being found and safely returned home.

Already microchipped? Fantastic! Just ensure that your contact details are up to date with the microchip registry. A chip is only useful if the information linked to it is current!

Book your microchip appointment or contact us to verify your details today!

Tel 031 566 4505
Email [email protected]

03/01/2026

Dog Owner Sought: Redcliffe – KZN

The owner of the female dog (pictured) is being sought.

The dog was found today (Saturday) in Violet Place, Redcliffe – KZN. She does not have a collar and was found wandering in the area.

Kindly contact Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) on 086 1234 333 if anyone has information regarding the owner.

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