Bruma Lake Veterinary Clinic

Bruma Lake Veterinary Clinic Trusted, compassionate care for dogs, cats & all companion animals. We treat every pet like family — with individual attention, honesty & heart. 🐾
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Bruma Lake Vet – Your Neighbourhood Family Vet 🐾

Caring for pets and their people in Observatory, Kensington, Bruma Lake, Morning Hill, Cyrildene, Bezuidenhout Valley, Yeoville, De Wetshof, Linksfield, Bedfordview, and beyond. We believe pets are family, and we’re here to share a lifetime of care with you and your four-legged friends. Established for over 12 years, our full-service veterinary pra

ctice offers everything from check-ups to surgery, along with a wide range of quality pet food and accessories to keep tails wagging and whiskers twitching. Whether it’s a health concern, a curious question, or simply a friendly visit, pop in to see us at 1 Glanville Avenue, Bruma, Johannesburg – we’re always happy to help our community’s pets stay healthy and happy. 💙

🐶📏 Big dogs and small dogs don’t grow at the same rate — and that matters more than many owners realise.Small breed pupp...
13/06/2026

🐶📏 Big dogs and small dogs don’t grow at the same rate — and that matters more than many owners realise.

Small breed puppies mature much faster and often reach adult size within their first year.

Large and giant breed dogs, however, grow for much longer — sometimes up to 18–24 months. During this time, their bones and joints are still developing and can be more vulnerable to injury.

That’s why growth rate affects:
🍖 Nutrition
🏃 Exercise
🦴 Joint health

Large breed puppies need carefully balanced nutrition to support steady growth without placing too much strain on developing joints.

They also benefit from:
✔️ Controlled exercise
✔️ Avoiding excessive jumping
✔️ Maintaining a healthy weight
✔️ Appropriate puppy food for their breed size

Too much intense exercise too early can increase the risk of joint problems later in life — especially in larger breeds.

🐾 Every puppy grows differently, so feeding and exercise plans should be tailored to their size, breed, and age.

Not sure what’s best for your growing pup? We’re always happy to help guide you. 💙

📞 011 622 8813
💬 WhatsApp: 065 977 1082

SUGAR’S STORY:A REMINDER ABOUT PUPPY DEWORMING This little pup is Sugar. Her owners noticed that she had suddenly stoppe...
13/06/2026

SUGAR’S STORY:A REMINDER ABOUT PUPPY DEWORMING

This little pup is Sugar. Her owners noticed that she had suddenly stopped eating and had a small amount of blood in her stool, so they did exactly the right thing and brought her in the same day.

Blood in a puppy’s stool can have many causes. It may be due to intestinal parasites such as worms and Giardia, but it can also be seen with serious viral infections such as parvovirus, as well as other intestinal problems.

Because parvo is life-threatening , Sugar was tested for it. Thankfully, her test was negative. A faecal test was also done, and this showed roundworm eggs.

Sugar was still bright, drinking, urinating normally, not vomiting, and her blood sugar was normal. Because she was stable, she was treated as an outpatient. She was given medication for nausea, deworming treatment, an electrolyte solution, a prebiotic/probiotic powder, and special food.
Her owners were told to bring her back immediately if she started vomiting, did not resume eating , became weaker, or if the blood in her stool increased.

Many puppies are infected with worms very early in life. Roundworms can be passed from the mother to her puppies before birth and also through her milk. This is why routine puppy deworming is so important.

Puppies should generally be dewormed every 2 weeks from 2 weeks of age until 12 weeks old, and then monthly until 6 months old. Your vet can advise you on the best parasite-control plan after that.

Sugar’s owners acted quickly, and that made a big difference. Puppies can deteriorate fast, so loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhoea, blood in the stool, weakness, or dehydration should never be ignored.

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Dr Larry

💙🐾 Kind words like these mean the world to our team.Thank you for your trust and support over the years. Caring for your...
12/06/2026

💙🐾 Kind words like these mean the world to our team.

Thank you for your trust and support over the years. Caring for your pets like family is — and always will be — at the heart of what we do.

📞 011 622 8813
💬 WhatsApp: 065 977 1082
📍 Bruma Lake Vet, 1 Glanville Avenue, Cyrildene

11/06/2026

❓ A Vet Answers: Why does my cat knead blankets (or me)?

Ever noticed your cat rhythmically pushing their paws into a blanket, cushion, or even your lap? 🐱💙

This behaviour, often called "kneading" or "making biscuits," usually starts in kittenhood when kittens knead their mother while nursing.

Many cats continue to knead as adults because it makes them feel:
😌 Relaxed
💙 Safe and comfortable
🏡 Content and at home

Some cats may also knead to mark their favourite people and places using scent glands in their paws.

So if your cat is kneading you, take it as a compliment — it usually means they feel happy, secure, and loved.

Does your cat make biscuits? Tell us their favourite kneading spot below! 👇🐾

📞 011 622 8813
💬 WhatsApp: 065 977 1082
📍 Bruma Lake Vet, 1 Glanville Avenue, Cyrildene

🐾💙 Know someone with a pet? Share the care!If your friends, family, or neighbours have pets, help them find a vet who tr...
10/06/2026

🐾💙 Know someone with a pet? Share the care!

If your friends, family, or neighbours have pets, help them find a vet who treats them like family 🐶🐱

At Bruma Lake Vet, we’ve been caring for pets in the community since 2002 — with a focus on compassionate, personalised care.

✨ We offer:
• Check-ups & vaccinations
• Surgery & dental care
• Puppy & kitten consults
• Senior pet care
• Microchipping & travel docs

👨‍⚕️ Led by Dr Larry (30+ years’ experience), our team is here to keep pets healthy, happy, and thriving.

👉 Tag or share with a fellow pet parent

📞 011 622 8813
💬 WhatsApp 065 977 1082
📍 Bruma Lake Vet

🩺 ANSWER REVEAL: A. HyperthyroidismIf you guessed hyperthyroidism — you were right! 👏🐱Hyperthyroidism is common in older...
09/06/2026

🩺 ANSWER REVEAL: A. Hyperthyroidism

If you guessed hyperthyroidism — you were right! 👏🐱

Hyperthyroidism is common in older cats and happens when the thyroid gland becomes overactive.

Typical signs include:
✔️ Weight loss despite eating more
✔️ Increased appetite
✔️ Hyperactivity or restlessness
✔️ Increased vocalisation
✔️ Sometimes vomiting or increased thirst

Because the symptoms can develop gradually, many owners don’t realise anything is wrong at first.

The good news? With proper diagnosis and treatment, many cats do very well and enjoy a good quality of life 💙

If your cat is showing these signs, it’s worth booking a check-up.

🕵️‍♀️ GUESS THE CONDITIONA cat is showing:😿 Weight loss😿 Increased appetite😿 Hyperactivity😿 Increased vocalisationWhat c...
08/06/2026

🕵️‍♀️ GUESS THE CONDITION

A cat is showing:
😿 Weight loss
😿 Increased appetite
😿 Hyperactivity
😿 Increased vocalisation

What could be going on?

A. Hyperthyroidism
B. Cat Flu
C. Hairballs

Comment your answer below 👇

We'll reveal the answer tomorrow!

06/06/2026

🐶😬 Ever looked at your dog after they’ve done something naughty and thought they “look guilty”?

Science says: probably not. Dogs read your body language, tone of voice, and facial expressions.

When your dog avoids eye contact, lowers their head, or cowers, they are usually reacting to your reaction, not feeling guilt in the human sense.

Tip: Positive reinforcement for good behaviour works far better than scolding after the fact.

📞 011 622 8813
💬 WhatsApp: 065 977 1082
📍 Bruma Lake Vet, 1 Glanville Avenue, Cyrildene

PLEASE DON'T GET EMBARRASSED-PETS GET SCARED AT THE VET TOOMany owners feel embarrassed if their dog or cat urinates, de...
05/06/2026

PLEASE DON'T GET EMBARRASSED-PETS GET SCARED AT THE VET TOO

Many owners feel embarrassed if their dog or cat urinates, defecates, or has an accident in the consulting room, waiting room, cat box, or clinic.
Please don’t be.

Animals often do this when they are frightened, stressed, excited, painful, or overwhelmed. A veterinary clinic is full of unfamiliar smells, sounds, people, and other animals. Even a normally well-trained pet may lose control in that situation.

It is not a reflection on you as an owner.
Male dogs may also lift their legs and urinate on furniture, walls, doors, or equipment in the clinic. This is very common and is often related to stress, scent marking, or being in an unfamiliar environment where many other animals have been before.We understand this. We would much rather you tell us calmly than feel embarrassed or try to hide it.

The same applies when pets become difficult to handle during an examination. Some animals become very afraid at the vet, even if they are gentle at home. Fear can make a dog or cat struggle, scratch, bite, growl, or try to escape.
Please try not to shout at your pet when this happens. Although it is understandable to feel stressed or embarrassed, shouting usually makes the animal more frightened and can make the situation worse.

Our priority is to keep your pet, you, and our staff safe.

In some cases, we may need to use a towel or blanket to gently cover or control a frightened dog or cat.

Sometimes, despite everyone’s best efforts, a complete clinical examination is not possible while the animal is awake. In those cases, sedation may be recommended.

Sedation can be very helpful and may be the kindest option for a very frightened or aggressive pet. However, it is not always ideal. A sedated animal cannot react normally to pain during the examination, and some clinical signs, such as heart rate and breathing rate, may change under sedation.

For this reason, when we cannot perform a full examination safely while the pet is awake, we may need to rely more on additional diagnostic tests such as blood tests, X-rays, or other investigations.
Please remember: we are not judging you or your pet.

Veterinary visits can be stressful for animals, and fear-based behaviour is common. Our aim is always to work with you to make the visit as safe, gentle, and useful as possible.

💙 Help us care for more pets in our community! 🐾If you’ve ever trusted Bruma Lake Vet with your pet’s care, we’d love yo...
05/06/2026

💙 Help us care for more pets in our community! 🐾

If you’ve ever trusted Bruma Lake Vet with your pet’s care, we’d love your help spreading the word. 🐶🐱

👉 Please share our page with your:
• Friends & family
• Neighbourhood WhatsApp groups
• Local community groups

Your recommendation helps other pet parents find trusted, compassionate veterinary care — and it truly means the world to us. 🙏✨

Thank you for being part of the Bruma Lake Vet family. 💙
Together, we keep our community’s pets healthy and happy.

📍 Bruma Lake Vet, Cyrildene
📞 011 622 8813 | WhatsApp 065 977 1082

Address

1 Glanville Avenue
Johannesburg
2198

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 12:00
15:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 12:00
15:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 12:00
15:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 12:00
15:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 12:00
15:00 - 18:00
Saturday 09:00 - 12:00
Sunday 10:00 - 12:00

Telephone

+27116228813

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