Lilies are beautiful, they smell great, they come in a variety of colours but did you know, they are highly toxic to cats. In fact, eating the smallest amount can cause their kidneys to fail, and even with intensive therapy, sadly, many cats die. All parts of the plant including the pollen are considered toxic […]
Mushrooms can make your dog really sick when they are eaten. They can even cause the loss of your beloved pet. There are many species of mushrooms, and many of these are toxic (many are not), but the problem is that there is actually no proven way to easily work out from home if the […]
Snakes are part of life in Australia and the warmer weather increases the chances of snake encounters for our pets. It’s so important to be well-informed and proactive in safeguarding your furry bestie. Understanding the risks Many snake species call Australia home, but the Tiger (mainly southern Australia) and Brown (widespread) snakes are largely responsible […]
This time of year, consultations from worried pet carers about their dogs who may have eaten chocolate or hot cross buns go through the roof. Chocolate and sultanas (also grapes and raisins) are toxic to dogs and can have fatal consequences when ingested. To avoid emergency visits for these – all we need to […]
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 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 […]
Snakes are more active in the warm weather – in a temperate climate they are active between October and April, whereas in warmer parts of Australia they can be a problem all year around. They are usually found close to fresh water sources such as creeks or dams, and long grass or bush is easy […]