Carolina Paz, DVM MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Hi! I am Carolina Paz, a Veterinary Surgeon, as well as a mum, a wife, and an artist. I love my job and looking after others, especially geriatric patients "the oldies".
I graduated from the University of Évora in 2016 - Portugal. I have worked and gained experience in many different areas of small animal medicine. Feeling the need to help the patients with osteoarthritis, I extended my studies into chronic pain management by doing a Certificate of Canine Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy and learning with other experienced vets that used other types of techniques such as acupuncture and non-invasive approaches.
I am from Portugal, although I consider myself to be from the world since I was born in Macau - China and grew up in Mozambique - Africa. I have been living in the UK since 2017 and this is my new loved home! When I am not working as a Vet or a mum, I love taking care of my self-health balance, that could be by doing yoga, reading a wonderful book in the garden or doing pottery (what could be more as a challenge than it might seem).
Pet Health & Behaviour Articles
What pet owners get wrong about dog insurance (And what’s actually true)
08/06/26
Dog insurance is one of the most misunderstood parts of responsible pet ownership. Many owners skip it, delay it, or buy the wrong policy simply because of myths they’ve heard online. Many pet owners worry about unexpected vet bills and the financial strain they can cause.
Common health conditions in senior pets and how insurance helps
05/06/26
Cancer and arthritis create the most important health challenges in older dogs. Cancer affects 18.2% of senior dogs. Senior pet care is an ongoing process that focuses on maintaining your senior pet's wellbeing, with regular veterinary care and insurance working together to support their health and happiness. Arthritis, diabetes, and heart disease appear more frequently in older pets. These conditions require ongoing medical attention that can strain your budget.
Do senior dogs need senior dog food?
03/06/26
As your faithful companion begins to age, you might start wondering whether their nutritional needs are changing. Is your pet getting everything they need from their current dog's diet? Or is it time to transition to a diet specifically formulated for senior dogs?