5 ways to maintain dental health - from tasty treats to a dog toothbrush! 1. Regular dental checks at the veterinarian 2. Scale & Polish treatments 3. Brushing (that’s right- a dog toothbrush!) 4. Diet 5. Chews Regular Dental Checks Regular dental checks at the vet will ensure that any concerns can be [...]
The benefits of desexing your pet Behavioural benefits Decreased urge to wander, roam or escape Calming influence on behaviour and a reduction in some aggressive behaviours Medical benefits No ovarian, uterine or testicular cancer Desexing prevents pyometra-a life-threatening disease in dogs Desexing reduces mammary cancer and prostatic disease Desexing prevents bi-yearly problems associated with on [...]
July Desexing Promotion We recommend the desexing of all fur friends not intended for breeding, in order to limit unwanted litters, and benefit the wider pet community. Did you know that desexing also has many benefits for your pet's health? With this in mind - We are offering a desexing special for our fur [...]
Importance of Blood Analysis for our Pets Blood analysis is an excellent tool available to veterinarians. A complete blood profile provides vital information concerning your pet’s organs. Even in the absence of symptoms, some pets may be experiencing changes in their body’s function that are not yet severe enough to present observable symptoms. Blood [...]
Is your cat thirstier than usual? Drinking from places they normally wouldn’t- or shouldn't?! This could be a symptom of kidney disease. If the kidney is damaged through old age or toxic injury, it loses its ability to concentrate urine. As a result the body cannot conserve enough water and your pet will drink more [...]
Is your pet a senior citizen? Throughout June we are focussing on the importance that regular check-ups have in maintaining good health for senior pets. As our canine and feline friends age their health needs change, and regular check-ups allow us to identify and treat age related illness. This June we are offering: FREE health [...]
Ferrets have been domesticated for thousands of years and can make great companions. However, there are some things you need to consider before having a ferret as a pet. Health Check Just like any furry friend, regular health checks at the vet are a vital part of ferret pet care. These checks allow your vet [...]
Long nails can cause pain for pooches if left untrimmed, which is why it is important to monitor your fur friend’s paws. Over time, long nails can curl downwards and cause damage to pet’s skin. They can also put pressure on toe joints resulting in pain and sometimes even arthritis. Daily exercise on hard [...]
Is your pet a golden oldie? If your furry friend is seven years or older, then they are classified as a ‘senior’ pet, or as we like to say a ‘golden oldie’! Just like us, as animals’ age their body changes- and so do their petcare needs. As pet parents it’s important to be aware [...]
All dogs need exercise! What type, how long and how often depends on your dog. Don't forget to have your dog’s council tags on its collar and to pick up after your dog. Obesity in dogs The obesity epidemic has hit Australian humans. We have the most rapid obesity rates compared to all other developed [...]
