Not even helicopter parenting can avoid these. Put simply, they happen and need to be factored into your pet parenting budget. No matter how low-maintenance your pet is (or laidback... read more →
Our vets take the clippers to the real cost of grooming a dog or a cat these days. On average, grooming a pet happens every 2-3 months, or whenever... read more →
Many pet owners are unsure how to determine if their dog is indeed overweight. We’re here to make this simple. We (vets) use a body condition score system to assess... read more →
Many pet owners are unsure how to determine if their cat is indeed overweight. We’re here to make this simple. There are many benefits (for both you and your cat)... read more →
Vetchat vets advocate for desexing of family pets and responsible breeding for those who are not. As July is National Desexing Month, it’s the perfect time to take another look... read more →
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... read more →
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. Getting... read more →
Now that we know chocolate and hot cross buns are two Easter treats no fur kid should eat (because of their toxicity levels), let’s chat about some easy ways we... read more →
Before we start eating hot cross buns and Easter eggs for brekky and all weekend, let’s take a moment to think about our fur babies. Did you know that two of... read more →
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... read more →
ASK DR.CLAIRE Thanks for asking a question to health check your fur-baby. In short, it’s not normal for a Golden Retriever to vomit weekly, so yep there should be some... read more →
Just as we do, dogs need daily attention to keep their mouths clean and free of foul odour producing bacteria and tartar. Being proactive when it comes to your dogs... read more →
For happy smiles and a healthy mouth I often recommend tooth brushing. There are some exceptions though. Just as we do, your dog needs daily attention to keep their mouths... read more →
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,... read more →
Have you ever had a look into your pet's adoring eyes only to discover there is something 'not quite right'? What should you do? Can you treat it at home?... read more →