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Looking after your pet’s teeth and gums at home
[15% off all dental procedures! Includes anaesthetic fees, dental treatment, scale and polish work, and extractions. Offer ends September 30, book now to ensure you do not miss out! Call (02) 9450 2020 or book online here.] When was the last time you took your...
Understanding canine cruciate ligament disease
One of the most common orthopedic conditions we see in dogs is cranial cruciate ligament disease, which is actually very similar to the injury seen in humans on the sporting field - rupture of the "ACL". Cranial cruciate ligament disease is painful, will lead to...
Addison’s disease can sneak up on your pet
Meet Zoe, the 6-year-old Standard Poodle. This usually-happy pooch was a bit quieter than usual and looked like she’d lost some weight. She'd also had a few episodes of unexplained vomiting and diarrhoea. A veterinary examination and some blood and urine tests...
A Hearty Topic
As February features its heart-focussed Valentine’s Day, we thought that this month would be the perfect time to talk about the heart that matters most: your pet’s. When it comes to diseases of the heart, knowing what to watch out for really makes a difference. Early...
Summer Heat Hazards
As we reach the peak of summer we welcome long hot days and balmy nights. It’s the best time of the year to get out and about with your pet but there are a few hazards you need to watch out for. Heat stroke: It can be easy to overdo it in the summer and heat stress...
The “Twelve Pet Hazards of Christmas”
We’d like to help make sure your pet stays happy and healthy this silly season so here’s a list we’ve compiled of the ‘Twelve Pet Hazards of Christmas’: Christmas can be a risky time for your pet. There is usually lots of food around as well as plenty of people,...
Water bowl blues
"Why is my pet so thirsty?" Are you filling up their water bowl more often, or have you noticed them drinking from the shower or toilet? An increase in thirst can be one of the first signs of kidney disease and if you are worried you should arrange a check-up with us....
It’s all in the eyes
Pardon the pun, but you don’t have to be blind to see that your pet’s eyes are very important! Eye issues can be serious. That’s why, if you notice anything unusual about your pet’s eyes, it’s best to have them checked out ASAP. Conditions like conjunctivitis, corneal...
Kidney disease can be thirsty work
If your pet is thirstier than usual it could be a sign of kidney disease. The increase in thirst may only be subtle but if you find yourself filling up the water bowl more regularly or even notice your pet drinking from the shower recess, you should arrange a check-up...
Itchy and scratchy
You don’t need us to tell you that an episode of "itchy and scratchy" can be extremely frustrating for you and your pet. If the cycle of itch, scratch, rub and lick continues, it can leave your pet feeling uncomfortable, frustrated and quite unwell. Not to mention the...