VetChat vets advocate for desexing of family pets and responsible breeding. Here’s a deep dive into the in’s and out’s of desexing pets. Who? Every cat, dog, and every-bunny can benefit from desexing. If you bought your pet from someone, and are unsure of their desexing history, then you should look into it immediately. Rescued […]
There’s a boom in pet consumer technology such as wearable 24/7 pet monitoring, and new premium digital services promising to enhance your pet’s life and make pet ownership easier. But how will they really help your puppy live a better, safer and healthier life? 1. Telehealth for virtual vet check-ins There’s a growing support for […]
Giving your dog a bath will cleanse their skin of dirt, debris and pollens. It can also be used as a great way to deliver medication to the skin when needed. It can also remove natural oils from the coat, and even cause irritation of the skin. So how often should I bath my dog? […]
Chocolate and sultanas are two example of toxic foods for dogs, and are both commonly associated with Easter. Here are some easy ways to make sure your dog is not exposed to them. 1. Easter baskets in high places Dogs love chocolate. Chocolate doesn’t love dogs. The two don’t mix, so it’s best to keep […]
Did you know that two of our favourite Easter foods are highly toxic for dogs? Hot cross buns and chocolate stashes are notoriously sought after by pups however, this is no time to play family vacuum cleaner. 1. Hot Cross Buns Sultanas and raisins (and all grapes) are toxic to dogs. The toxin they contain […]
ASK DR CLAIRE My 3 week old kitten just sleeps and drinks kitty milk. Is that normal? It’s normal for young kittens to sleep a lot. Actually it’s normal for most cats to sleep a lot! As a ballpark, kittens can sleep anywhere between 15-20 hours per day (even more in really young kittens). The […]
ASK DR.CLAIRE We’re a family of four (kids aged 8 and 10). Are two puppies better than one? One or two dogs is a really tough decision. There’s no easy answer and it really depends on your exact situation, as well as the temperament of the pups. Personally, I have one dog and would find […]
ASK DR CLAIRE Is there the chance of our dog being poisoned by licking a surface that has been treated with a household insect spray? This is a great question and the truth is, it can depend on the particular spray used. However, most regular over the counter insect sprays (the kind you buy at […]
Here’s the top 6 doggie dangers at Christmas as polled by the vets at VetChat. 1. Human food that’s toxic to dogs Chocolate, plum pudding, Christmas cake, stuffing for meats, fruit platters just to name a few. These common foods have ingredients in them that are toxic to dogs and must not be eaten. These […]