Dr. Ashley
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About
Ash has worked in mixed and small animal emergency clinics and general practice ever since 2017 after graduating from Sydney University. She grew up in South Africa and England before moving to Australia, and her passion for animals came from many childhood safaris in the Kruger National Park. Ash lives with her husband Ben, two energetic Springer Spaniels, and one very tolerant black cat. She also competes in dressage, eventing, and show jumping with her horse, Atlas.Archive
Jun 19, 2025
Some feline diseases are quite subtle, but skin ulcers are not. Skin ulcers look like sores or open wounds on your cat. They are painful because the skin is very sensitive. Your cat might have the urge to lick or...
Jun 19, 2025
If you’re interested in multiple myeloma, your cat may have been recently diagnosed with this rare disease. If this is the case, we’re very sorry and understand you’ll want to know everything about the condition and what to expect moving...
Jun 19, 2025
Consulting an online veterinarian is convenient and less stressful for your pet. However, if you suspect your cat has an infection and needs antibiotics, is it the right option for you? The answer is a little bit complicated since it...
Jun 19, 2025
Like most veterinarians, I think it’s likely that cats get headaches, and I will demonstrate why; however, it’s not something that has been scientifically confirmed. When asked about headaches in cats, one case always comes to mind. A middle-aged cat...
Jun 19, 2025
Your cat’s habit of preying on birds may concern you when you worry about their exposure to bird flu and if they could become sick with the virus. Unfortunately, bird flu has caused sickness in various mammals, including domestic cats....
Jun 19, 2025
We don’t spend a lot of time looking inside our cat’s mouths, and sometimes, getting too close can mean getting bitten! That is why abnormal growths inside their mouths often go unnoticed until they are causing problems. If you’re lucky,...
Jun 19, 2025
Are you looking at your cat and noticing their belly looks swollen or slightly larger than normal? You might be wondering what is causing this change in appearance. There are several things that could be going on inside your cat’s...
Jun 19, 2025
One common trait of cats is that they’re not known for their modesty. When your cat’s way of demanding scratches on their tail in the air grants you an up close and personal view of their rear end, you might...
Jun 19, 2025
While popular in traditional and alternative medicine, there is little research or scientific evidence about the catnip plant’s (Nepeta cataria) benefits for nausea in people, let alone cats. This makes it hard to say whether catnip could help a cat...
Jul 25, 2025
Does your kitty need help, “moving things along”? Have you noticed they haven’t passed feces for a few days or have small dry poops? If so you may be wondering what are the best foods for constipation in cats. As...
Jun 19, 2025
Finding out that your cat has been urinating inappropriately in your house can be incredibly upsetting. It is even more upsetting when you discover that your cat is peeing on your clothes. Does your cat have a personal vendetta with...
Jul 25, 2025
Omega 3s are a type of fatty acid that is a nutritional component of some foods. Omega 3’s can also come in the form of a supplement; they have some benefits for cats and are generally very safe to use....
Jul 25, 2025
Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is a syndrome related to inflammation in the bladder and urethra. It’s one of the most frustrating conditions for cat owners and, unfortunately, strikes many kitties in the prime of life. Some forms of...
Jun 19, 2025
If you’re considering adopting a cat but are concerned about your budget, you sound like a very responsible prospective pet owner. Welcoming a cat into your family will bring companionship and fun into your life, but several responsibilities come with...
Jun 28, 2025
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a form of advanced diagnostic imaging that generates clear 3-D pictures of the soft tissues in the body. If you want more information about your cat’s central nervous system, ears, nose and other soft tissues,...
