Vet News
A healthy mouth at any age
Good dental health throughout your pet’s life will go a long way towards maintaining their overall health, comfort and quality of life.
“Age is just a number, baby”
Is your senior dog or cat moving more slowly? Taking the stairs a bit more hesitantly? Or perhaps having trouble keeping themselves looking clean and neat? While advancing age will lead to some inevitable changes in your pet’s physical capabilities and condition,...
Doggy boot camp 101
It’s important that you exercise your dog appropriately for their condition, as overweight pets are at higher risk of becoming puffed and dangerously overheated or sustaining joint injuries.
Uh oh, I found a lump on my pet!
At your pet’s appointment, we will perform a general check of your pet and examine the lump itself. In some cases, we will discuss further testing of the lump to confirm a diagnosis.
Vaccination and parasite control routines for ‘less than cooperative’ cats
We recommend regular flea control for most cats, even if they live indoors, as fleas can be brought in by other household pets or on human shoes.
Is it an emergency?
Seeing your pet afflicted with any unwellness or injury can be very worrying and may leave you feeling helpless or uncertain, especially if you’re unsure whether their condition warrants an emergency or after-hours veterinary assessment.
Daily care of your pet’s mouth
Regular veterinary care is important for keeping your pet in good health. During their annual veterinary checks (or twice-yearly checks for older pets!), we will perform a general physical assessment and make recommendations on any preventative therapies or proactive...
Advice for new cat owners
So, you’ve decided that you are ready to welcome a new cat into your household - congratulations! With some dedicated care on your part, you should have a loving feline companion for the next 12-18 years. When searching for your new friend, consider whether you would...
“A Christmas case of tummy upset”
Pepper is a seven-year-old female Schnauzer, who is very tolerant when her family decides to dress her up for Christmas (with her little white beard, she makes a delightful doggy Santa). A couple of days after Christmas two years ago, Pepper seemed quieter than...
Healthy pet weight 101
If your pet becomes overweight, it’s a great idea to have them assessed further by one of our vets. Firstly, we can determine their ideal target weight, and create a personalised plan for safe, effective weight loss.