Platorand Animal Clinic Sabie

07/09/2026

Spring means warmer days, more outdoor adventures and sometimes more scratching. 🌿🐾

An occasional itch isn't unusual, but persistent scratching, licking or chewing can be a sign that something needs attention.

Keep an eye out for:

• Frequent scratching
• Paw licking or chewing
• Red or irritated skin
• Recurring ear irritation
• Changes in the coat or areas of hair loss

There are several possible causes of itchy skin, including parasites, allergies and skin or ear conditions, so identifying the cause matters before deciding how best to manage it.

If your pet's itching is persistent, worsening or making them uncomfortable, speak to your veterinarian.

Notice the change. Find the cause. Support their comfort.

Platorand Animal Clinic
Phenomenal Pet Care 2026

18/08/2026

A yearly veterinary visit is about much more than simply keeping vaccinations up to date. 🐾

Your pet can change gradually over the course of a year, and some of those changes may not be obvious at home. An annual health check gives us the opportunity to look at the bigger picture — including weight and body condition, teeth and gums, heart and general health, as well as any changing risks linked to age, lifestyle or environment.

It is also a valuable chance to discuss anything you may have noticed at home, even if it seems small.

Vaccination remains an important part of preventative care, but the examination that accompanies that visit matters too.

💚 **Prevention • Promptness • Promotion**

Let us help you navigate the pathway to phenomenal pet care.

11/08/2026

🔋 POWER OUTAGE 🔋

Unfortunately, due to the unforeseen power outage, we have limited battery life on our devices, which may make it difficult for us to remain reachable on our normal practice number.

📞 Practice number: 078 856 1403

If you are unable to get hold of us on our normal practice number, please contact our After-Hours number:
📞 083 256 6994

🙏 Please first try contacting us via WhatsApp or by calling our normal practice number before using the After-Hours number.

We’re sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience, understanding and cooperation.
Please take care, stay warm, and give your furry companions an extra cuddle from us! 🐾

01/08/2026

A professional scale and polish gives your pet’s mouth a valuable fresh start—but ongoing care helps protect that progress. 🦷🐾

After a dental, regular checks and suitable home-care routines can help slow the return of plaque and support healthier teeth and gums.

Your veterinarian can guide you on the most appropriate options for your pet, which may include brushing, dental diets or approved dental chews.

Keep watching for changes such as persistent bad breath, visible tartar, red gums or difficulty eating. Early attention remains one of the best ways to prevent more complicated dental problems.

Contact the clinic to enquire or arrange your pet’s dental care.

24/07/2026

A professional dental is about much more than making teeth look cleaner. 🦷🐾

During the procedure, the veterinary team can carefully assess the mouth, remove plaque and hardened tartar, clean around the gumline, polish the teeth and check for signs of dental disease or discomfort.

Regular dental care can help:

✔ Support healthier gums
✔ Improve comfort while eating
✔ Reduce painful dental disease
✔ Identify concerns before they become more complicated

✨ Platorand Animal Clinic’s dental special is available until the end of July:

🐶 15% off dog dentals
🐱 10% off cat dentals

Excluding extractions.

Contact the clinic to book your pet’s dental appointment.

17/07/2026

Dental disease does not always announce itself clearly. Pets may continue eating and behaving fairly normally even while discomfort is developing. 🦷🐾

Signs worth watching for include:

• Persistent bad breath
• Visible tartar
• Red, swollen or bleeding gums
• Dropping food or chewing on one side
• Pawing at the mouth
• Changes in appetite or food preferences

Routine dental assessments allow concerns to be identified and treated before they progress into severe pain, infection or tooth loss.

✨ Until the end of July, Platorand Animal Clinic is offering:

🐶 15% off dog dentals
🐱 10% off cat dentals

Excluding extractions.

Contact the clinic to arrange your pet’s dental assessment.

10/07/2026

🦷 A healthy mouth is about much more than fresh breath.

Dental disease often develops gradually, and many pets don't show obvious signs until they're already uncomfortable.

Regular dental checks and professional scale-and-polish procedures can help:
✔ Reduce tartar build-up
✔ Support healthy gums
✔ Improve comfort while eating
✔ Promote overall health and wellbeing

If you've noticed bad breath, tartar, red gums or changes in your pet's eating habits, it may be time for a dental assessment.

✨ **For a limited time, Platorand Animal Clinic is offering:**
🐶 **15% OFF dog dentals**
🐱 **10% OFF cat dentals**

**Offer valid until the end of July** (excluding extractions).

📞 Contact our team to book your pet's dental check.

26/06/2026

15/06/2026

🌿 PUBLIC HOLIDAY REMINDER 🌿

Our doors will be closed tomorrow while we enjoy the public holiday.

If your pet needs emergency veterinary care, we're still just a phone call away:
📞 083 256 6994

Thank you for trusting us with your furry family members. We hope you have a relaxing day, and we'll be back on Wednesday for all your pets needs! 🐶🐱

13/06/2026

As pet owners, we're often the first to notice when something seems a little different 🐾

Changes such as:
• Sleeping more than usual
• Reduced appetite
• Less energy
• Changes in movement or behaviour
..can sometimes be early signs that your pet needs support.

You know your pet's normal routine better than anyone.

If something doesn't feel quite right, it's always worth checking.

Early attention can help identify concerns sooner and support your pet's health and wellbeing.

📞 Platorand Animal Clinic