Pet Planet Veterinary Clinic – JVC, DubaiYour Partner in Preventive Pet Health & Nutrition 🐾 Why Nutrition Matters for Dogs & Cats Nutrition is the foundation of your pet’s health. A balanced diet keeps your pet’s body working efficiently—from brain function to joint support, skin health, and even behaviour. 🔬 According to veterinary experts: A poor diet can silently lead to obesity, arthritis, allergies, diabetes, and organ failure. ✅ What Should Be in a Healthy Pet Diet? 🐶 Dogs (Omnivores) Animal protein (chicken, turkey, fish, lamb) Healthy fats (omega-3 from fish or flaxseed) Complex carbs (brown rice, oats, sweet potato) Fiber (pumpkin, carrots, green beans) Vitamins & minerals (balanced via vet-approved recipe) 🐱 Cats (Obligate Carnivores) High-quality protein only from meat Essential fatty acids Taurine (only found in animal tissue) Low carb (avoid starchy foods) Hydration (wet food or added water) 📏 How Much to Feed? (Estimated Daily Portions by Weight) 🔹 For Dogs (Healthy Adult, Maintenance Needs) Weight Calories/day Food Quantity 5 kg ~250 kcal ~100 g cooked food (dry matter) 10 kg ~400 kcal ~160–200 g 20 kg ~700 kcal ~300–350 g 30 kg ~950 kcal ~400–500 g Note: Food amounts depend on age, activity, breed, and health. Always consult your vet. 🔹 For Cats Weight Calories/day Food Quantity 3 kg ~180 kcal ~120 g wet / ~40g dry 4 kg ~220 kcal ~140 g wet / ~45g dry 5 kg ~260 kcal ~160 g wet / ~50g dry Cats are better off with wet food or mixed (for kidney and urinary health). 🍲 Homemade Pet Food Recipes (Vet-Reviewed, Balanced) ⚠️ These recipes are safe for occasional feeding or when approved by your vet. For daily long-term feeding, they must be adjusted with supplements to prevent deficiencies. 🐶 Simple Chicken & Rice Recipe (Dog, 10 kg adult) Ingredients: 100 g chicken breast (boiled, skinless) 50 g cooked brown rice 30 g mixed cooked carrots, peas 5g olive oil Vet multivitamin supplement (as prescribed) Yield: ~1 daily portion (~400 kcal) 🐱 Chicken Liver & Pumpkin Mix (Cat, 4 kg adult) Ingredients: 50 g chicken thigh (boiled) 20 g chicken liver (boiled) 1 tsp boiled pumpkin (for fiber) 1 tsp salmon oil or egg yolk Vet-formulated taurine & vitamin mix Yield: ~1 full meal (~220 kcal) 🧠 Key Feeding Tips from Pet Planet Vets ✅ Feed by weight, not “eye guess”✅ Avoid raw bones, onions, garlic, chocolate, grapes, xylitol (toxic)✅ ⁣Never feed 100% home-prepared diets without professional guidance✅ Track your pet’s weight and body condition every 4–6 weeks✅ Choose diets based on life stage and medical needs

Protecting your pet’s life, one vaccine at a time As pet parents, we do everything we can to keep our furry companions healthy, happy, and safe. One of the most important steps you can take is vaccinating your dog or cat — and here’s why it matters more than you might think. 💉 What Do Vaccines Really Do? Vaccines help your pet’s immune system fight off serious diseases before they get sick. Some of these illnesses are life-threatening, painful, and expensive to treat. 🛡️ 5 Reasons to Vaccinate Your Pet Protect from deadly diseasesVaccines prevent diseases like: Distemper, parvo, and rabies in dogs Feline leukemia, panleukopenia, and calicivirus in cats Keep other pets (and people) safeSome diseases, like rabies, are transmissible to humans. Vaccinating helps protect your whole family. Required by lawIn the UAE and many countries, rabies vaccination is mandatory. You’ll also need proof of vaccines for travel, boarding, or grooming. Saves moneyPreventing disease is far cheaper than emergency treatment, hospitalisation, or long-term care. Peace of mindYou’ll rest easier knowing your pet is protected from hidden threats in parks, streets, and even other pets. 📅 What Vaccines Do Dogs and Cats Need? At Pet Planet Veterinary Clinic (JVC), we follow international and UAE-approved guidelines to give your pet the best protection. 🐕 For Dogs Age Vaccinations 6–8 weeks First DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza) + Kennel Cough (optional) 10–12 weeks DHPP booster 14–16 weeks Final DHPP + Rabies 1 year Full booster (DHPP + Rabies) Every year Kennel Cough (if your dog socializes, boards, or grooms) 🐈 For Cats Age Vaccinations 6–8 weeks FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia) + FeLV (Feline Leukemia) 10–12 weeks FVRCP booster + FeLV booster 14–16 weeks Final FVRCP + Rabies 1 year FVRCP + Rabies + FeLV booster

Cats are more than just cute faces—some breeds stand out for their sharp minds and problem-solving skills. Here are 10 of the cleverest feline breeds, known for their intelligence, trainability, and playful curiosity: Siamese – Chatty, social, and quick learners who thrive on mental challenges. Fun Fact: Once revered as royal companions in Thailand. Bengal – Energetic and wild-looking, with a love for puzzles and water. Fun Fact: Their leopard-like spots come from Asian leopard cat ancestry. Scottish Fold – Affectionate and clever, with signature folded ears. Fun Fact: Their unique ears are caused by a genetic mutation. Abyssinian – Playful explorers, often called the “clowns of the cat kingdom”. Fun Fact: One of the oldest known cat breeds. Sphynx – Outgoing, hairless, and highly interactive. Fun Fact: Loves warmth and cuddling like a living hot water bottle. Turkish Van – Water-loving swimmers with sharp minds. Fun Fact: Nicknamed the “swimming cat”. Cornish Rex – Velvety-coated and mischievous, with a knack for tricks. Fun Fact: Their curly coat lacks guard hairs, making it ultra-soft. Oriental Shorthair – Siamese relatives with over 300 colour variations. Fun Fact: Exceptionally vocal and intelligent. Japanese Bobtail – Playful, energetic, and blessed with a lucky pom-pom tail. Fun Fact: Their tail inspired Japan’s famous “Maneki-neko” figurine. Burmese – People-orientated and dog-like in loyalty. Fun Fact: Known for shadowing their owners everywhere. Final Thought: While every cat is unique, these breeds consistently display impressive intelligence. Keeping them mentally stimulated ensures a happy, fulfilling life.