VetTrust: The Swiss veterinary group with heart

Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) is a life-threatening emergency mainly affecting large dog breeds. Early recognition and rapid treatment are vital—every minute counts!

Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CDS) is similar to dementia in humans. Early detection, targeted nutrition, medication, and adjusted routines can significantly improve the quality of life for senior dogs.

Emergency and critical care at Tierklinik Basel led by Dr. Audrey Tinsman: rapid triage and stabilization, targeted diagnostics with modern tech, and an ICU with continuous monitoring—everything your pet needs for a swift recovery.

Cone Beam CT provides high-resolution 3D images with low radiation – ideal for rodents. It enables precise diagnosis of dental, jaw, and nasal diseases while ensuring a gentle examination for sensitive patients.

Chronische Nierenerkrankungen sind bei älteren Katzen häufig. Erste Anzeichen sind oft unspezifisch. Eine frühzeitige Diagnose verbessert die Lebensqualität deutlich. Wir begleiten Sie mit individueller Betreuung und gezielter Behandlung.

Clearing up common vaccination myths and explaining why a tailored vaccination plan keeps your pet safe and healthy.

Overview of cruciate ligament tears in dogs. Causes, key symptoms and diagnosis. Treatment options with TPLO as the gold standard plus minimally invasive techniques. Early care leads to excellent outcomes. Book an appointment at Tierklinik Zürich Ost.

High-level echocardiography combining advanced equipment and specialist expertise for diagnosis, monitoring and therapy planning. Gentle and usually without anesthesia. Appointments in Zurich Ost, Basel or Zuzwil.

VetTrust’s anaesthesia technicianInnen provide personal support, real-time monitoring, and safety throughout the entire anaesthetic process – especially for animals with specific risk factors.

Early detection saves lives: VetTrust offers advanced diagnostics, personalised preventive care, and compassionate support for pets affected by cancer – because recognising the signs early makes all the difference.

Veterinary care is advancing – but treatments can be costly. Pet health insurance offers financial security and freedom of choice. Learn when insurance makes sense and what to consider when choosing a policy.

Learn how to identify and manage food allergies in dogs and cats. Tips on symptoms, diagnosis, diet solutions and long-term care.

Safe holidays with your dog – protect your pet from serious travel diseases. Learn how to guard against ticks and mosquitoes, and why a vet check before and after your trip is essential.

FLUTD affects a cat’s urinary tract, causing pain, frequent urination, or blockages.

Physiotherapy and osteopathy after surgery support healing, reduce pain, prevent incorrect loading, and sustainably improve your pet’s well-being.

In nature, male tortoises usually live alone and travel around to find females. In private ownership, however, several males are often kept together – sometimes even with females.

Neutering myths, clarified: Will my dog get fat, will coat or temperament change, do problems vanish? We outline benefits and risks for males and females and why the decision should be made individually with your veterinarian.

Neonatology in dogs: what matters in the first days—post-birth check, steady weight gain, safe warmth, early deworming and eye opening. With your veterinarian and team you lay the foundation for a healthy start.

Feline diabetes: recognise signs (thirst, weight loss), diagnose with blood and urine tests. Treat with insulin, high protein low carb diet, exercise, possibly SGLT2. Early detection means good prognosis. Beware DKA as an emergency.