Following on from our last post that listed the reasons why dogs get itchy, our vets now have some tips for helping you manage your itchy patient, even at home.... read more →
Have you noticed your best mate itching more frequently or scratching non-stop at their skin, ears, paws or bum? Here’s our Vets’ take on the most common causes for scratchy,... read more →
Following on from our last post that listed the reasons why cats get itchy, our vets now have some tips for helping you manage your itchy patient, even at home.... read more →
Have you noticed your cat to be itching more frequently or scratching non-stop at their skin, ears, paws or bum? Here’s our Vets’ take on the most common causes for... read more →
Diarrhoea is a sign of an unhappy gastrointestinal tract and is characterised by watery or loose bowel movements. It may also have mucous or blood in it. Diarrhoea is just a... read more →
It’s hard to see our elder pets struggle to perform tasks that were once second nature such as getting into the car. Changes in behaviour like this are one of... read more →
Cat’s peeing outside the litter tray is a common problem. This change in behaviour can be understandably very frustrating and cause a disconnect between you and your beloved cat. However,... read more →
Fireworks are a common cause of anxiety for dogs. Signs that your dog is stressed may include shaking, trying to hide, scratching at and even breaking doors to get inside... read more →
Dogs love chocolate and any opportunity that chocolate is left around within reach, chances are it will be gobbled straight up. Unfortunately, chocolate is toxic to dogs. It’s the theobromine... read more →
Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by a parasite called ‘Toxoplasma gondii’. Its main host is the cat but also affects livestock and humans. Not many cat carers think about this,... read more →
The first sign that your pet may be drinking more may just be you notice yourself to be filling the water bowl more often than usual, there are more trips... read more →
Paralysis tick (Ixodes holocyclus) is a dangerous parasite that affects Australian dogs and cats. The ticks are found along the eastern coastline of Australia from North Queensland to Northern Victoria,... read more →