Although dogs are not as susceptible to sunburn as us; they can and do get sunburnt. They are however, naturally protected by the pigment in their skin and their furry coat. The nose is a common spot to get burnt, and with continued exposure to the sun, these dogs are at risk of formation of […]
UV rays from our harsh Aussie sun don’t discriminate. Whilst skin pigmentation and thick hair do afford sun protection by providing a physical barrier to UV rays for some cats. It’s the cats that don’t have thick hair that we need to be more mindful about. Fair skinned and cats with white coats are more […]
Our pets become our best friends. There is nothing better than getting home after a long day at work to be greeted by your best pal running towards you with excitement. Our pets love us unconditionally, they are there for us when we are sad and are out biggest cheerleaders when we are happy! Here’s […]
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 often one of the first signs that something is not quite right. A hands-on examination from your local vet would be a great place to start, and […]
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, until they’re pregnant. How do humans get Toxoplasmosis? There are a few ways to be infected, lets start with the most common: • eating undercooked meat […]