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surgery

Veterinary anaesthesia: what you should know before your dog or cat has surgery

How safe anaesthesia really is for dogs and cats, what a pre-anaesthetic assessment involves, how your pet is monitored during surgery, and what questions you can ask your vet to feel more at ease.

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dermatology

Ear infections in dogs and cats: symptoms, causes and when to worry

How to spot an ear infection in your dog or cat, why it can become recurring, and why cleaning it at home without a diagnosis doesn't fix the underlying problem.

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dermatology

Itching and skin allergies in dogs and cats: the most common causes and when to worry

Why your dog or cat won't stop scratching, what the most frequent causes of itching and skin allergies are, and when to stop waiting for it to go away on its own.

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Nutrition

Overweight and obesity in dogs and cats: how to tell, and what to do

How to tell if your dog or cat is overweight using the Body Condition Score, what health risks it carries, and how to approach weight loss safely and under veterinary supervision.

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Nutrition

Feeding dogs and cats with chronic illness: a guide to therapeutic nutrition

Why diet is key to managing conditions like kidney disease, diabetes or obesity, and why you shouldn't pick a therapeutic diet without veterinary supervision.

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surgery

Spaying and neutering dogs and cats: when to do it and how recovery works

The right age to spay or neuter your dog or cat, what the difference is, what the real benefits are, and how to care for your pet during the post-surgery recovery period.

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feline-medicine

Chronic kidney disease in cats: symptoms, stages and care

Why it's so common in older cats, which early warning signs you shouldn't ignore, how it's diagnosed, and what treatment options exist to improve their quality of life.

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feline-medicine

Cat vaccinations in Barcelona: complete schedule and types guide

Which vaccines your cat needs, at what age, which are recommended in Catalonia and how the protocol changes depending on their lifestyle. A guide from our veterinary team in Gràcia.

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feline-medicine

Indoor cats: the needs and care you can't afford to ignore

An indoor cat isn't protected from everything. Learn what specific needs they have, how to provide enough stimulation, and which health signs to watch for. Rovira Veterinary Clinic, Gràcia, Barcelona.

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feline-medicine

Signs your cat is sick and when to go to the vet

Cats hide pain by instinct. Learn to recognise the signs your cat is sick, which need urgent care and which can wait a few days. Gràcia, Barcelona.

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Diagnostic Imaging

Veterinary ultrasound and X-ray in Barcelona: when and why they're used

What's the difference between a veterinary ultrasound and an X-ray, when is each one indicated, and how are they performed in dogs and cats. Rovira Veterinary Clinic, Gràcia, Barcelona.

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Preventive Medicine

Your puppy or kitten's first vet visit: what to expect

Everything that happens at your puppy or kitten's first vet appointment, how to prepare for it, and why it's the most important visit of their life. Rovira Veterinary Clinic, Gràcia, Barcelona.

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Preventive Medicine

Internal and external parasite prevention in dogs and cats: complete guide

When and how to deworm and protect your dog or cat inside and out. A practical guide from Rovira Veterinary Clinic in Gràcia, Barcelona.

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Preventive Medicine

Leishmaniasis in dogs: symptoms and prevention in Barcelona

How to spot canine leishmaniasis early and which prevention measures actually work in Barcelona, an endemic area. Guide from Rovira Veterinary Clinic in Gràcia.

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Preventive Medicine

Dog vaccinations in Barcelona: complete 2026 schedule

Which vaccines your dog needs in Barcelona and Catalonia, when to get them and why. Updated guide from Rovira Veterinary Clinic in Gràcia.

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Nutrition

Dog nutrition: dry food, wet food or raw diet? What the science says

Dry kibble, wet food or BARF diet? We break down each option with its real pros and cons so you can make the best decision for your dog in Barcelona.

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Preventive Medicine

How often should your pet visit the vet? A guide by age and species

Find out how often you should take your dog or cat to the vet based on their age. A practical guide from Rovira Veterinary Clinic in Gràcia, Barcelona.

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