Grapes, sultanas and raisins (which are just forms of dried grapes) are very toxic to dogs. What’s in them, as well as the amount eaten to cause toxicity is unknown. Ingestion of only a few sultanas may cause toxicity in some dogs however, could be tolerated in other dogs. The toxin in grapes, sultanas and […]
Rat bait (rodenticide) is unfortunately a common cause of dog poisoning. It’s often stored in the home or shed. It is put down and subsequently forgotten about…until of course you find your pup feasting on it. These poisons are designed to kill rats by stopping the bloods ability to clot normally. It affects the vitamin […]
Fertilisers are toxic to both cats and dogs. However, most cases of poisoning happen to dogs, mainly due to their scavenging nature. Fertilisers generally contain nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium which can vary in what is added to the fertiliser. These agents are added to kill plants, insects and fungi. Signs seen after ingestion depend on […]
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 symptom and can be the result of many underlying causes. In any case, we need to find the cause of the diarrhoea so that we can […]
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 […]
In Australia, you always need to be wary of snakes. Especially in warmer weather and near fresh water sources such as creeks or dams. Snakes are most active between October and April in more temperate parts, year round in others. Snakes don’t usually seek out any interaction with us, but as many dogs will chase […]
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 to ‘safety’ or jumping fences to run away. They may become lost, damage their paws or sadly run into oncoming traffic risking injury or even […]
Dogs love chocolate and will take any opportunity to eat chocolate that is left around within reach. You can guarantee it will be gobbled right up. Unfortunately, chocolate is very toxic to dogs. It’s the theobromine and caffeine in chocolate that is toxic to dogs. The amounts of these toxins can differ in the different […]
The first sign that your pet may be drinking more is that you notice you’re filling the water bowl more often than usual. There could be frequent trips to the toilet, or a pet that used to hold their bladder all night no longer can. The amount of water that your fur kid drinks is […]