Good dental health is essential for your pet’s overall well-being. Dental disease can cause pain, affect eating habits, and even lead to serious health issues involving the heart, liver, and kidneys. By staying on top of your dog or cat’s oral hygiene, you can keep them comfortable, healthy, and happy. Why dental care matters Cats […]
Hydrotherapy – the therapeutic use of water – is becoming increasingly popular for dogs. From helping an injured pup recover to easing arthritis or supporting weight loss, it offers a safe, low-impact way to improve mobility, fitness, and overall well-being. What is hydrotherapy? Hydrotherapy involves guided exercise in water, usually in a specially designed pool […]
Hip dysplasia is a common orthopedic condition, especially in larger breeds, that can cause significant pain and mobility issues. Sadly, it can greatly affect your dog’s quality of life if not addressed early. Causes Hip dysplasia occurs when the hip joint doesn’t develop properly, leading to instability and excessive joint movement. Over time, this can […]
Lilies are admired for their beauty, fragrance, and vibrant colours. But what many people don’t realise is that these popular flowers are highly toxic to cats. Even the smallest nibble can cause catastrophic kidney failure – and tragically, many cats do not survive despite intensive treatment. Signs of lily poisoning Symptoms can develop within just […]
Cats are an absolute joy to care for, providing fun, companionship and improved health. But to truly be happy, we need our cats to be happy too, so the question begs, ‘what can we do to enhance our furry friends lives?’ There are the basics of cat care: good highly digestible balanced diet, multiple sources […]
Many dogs and cats like to eat grass. There’s a lot of speculation as to why, but actually little evidence. Popular theories include that they have a dietary deficiency (ie. fibre), that they are sick or feel nauseous and so they choose to eat grass to make themselves vomit. Others believe that they are bored, […]
Whether you’ve got fur kids already or you’re bringing home a new kitten for the first time, we’re here to help you settle in together as one happy family. We understand the feeling of getting a new kitten, this little bundle of purring fluff, everyone is excited and ready to meet the news addition. But […]
There’s no denying that the first year of caring for a pet is one of the most expensive. The good news is that most of these costs are one-offs. Ballpark first year costs, one-offs Desexing: For dogs, it’s usually between $200-$500. This depends on your pet’s size and essentially, your vet. Some clinics have a […]
Our vets have worked in practices all over Australia, so we’ve seen how much pricing can fluctuate. It might surprise you to learn that there’s no regulatory body overseeing what Aussie vets can charge. What you pay to see your vet in one suburb is likely to be different to what your friend pays in […]