Truth be known, there is no such thing as a hypoallergenic breed of dog, although some dogs may be less allergenic than others. A dog’s hair, skin and saliva can trigger an allergy in susceptible people and the trigger varies from person to person. It is thought that dogs who have a continuously growing coat […]
Whilst there is no true hypoallergenic breed of cat, some cats may be less allergenic than others. In people with cat allergies, the major causative allergen is a protein called Fel d1, which is found in cat’s saliva and deposited on their skin and hair during grooming. This protein is also found in the skin, […]
Nail care is an important part of caring for your dog. It should be an easy and stress free experience for you both. Unfortunately, for many this aspect of pet care is the opposite experience, and is a source of anxiety. What we want to do is help your dog be calm when their paws […]
Looking after and loving a dog is one of the best things you can do. Every dog carer can attest to the fact that having a dog improves their life – they make us happier, healthier, fitter and less lonely. So how can we make sure that we’re also helping them live their best life? […]
Our Vets are fielding many questions from concerned pet carers about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and how it affects their pets. We continue to monitor the latest advice from the Australian Veterinary Association and the World Health Organisation, whose recommendations may change with the latest information coming through from ongoing research. Currently these are the recommendations […]
The fires in Australia have already caused an estimated half a billion animal lives lost as per the University of Sydney, and so many more ill, injured or left without access to food and water. In an ideal situation, it is critical that animals with fire related injuries and burns receive Veterinary treatment as quickly […]
Fire burns are affecting many pets in and around fire affected areas. Burns can affect anywhere on their body, but a particular area of concern are their paws. The best treatment plan for your pet will vary with each individual case – and the extent of the burn. In an ideal situation these pets will […]
A kink in a puppies tail is not an uncommon finding. Usually, a tail kink is either: Congenital – they are born with it, most likely this is due to their genetics. Tail kinks are not uncommon in many breeds. Traumatic – they are not born with the kink, but rather it develops secondary to […]
There are many subtle signs that your pet may struggle with or have an inability to hear. This can be something they were born with, or that they acquired with age. These include: No response to loud sounds or claps etc No response to their name (when they’re a distance from you, asleep or not […]