Recognising and Managing Arthritis in Pets
Osteoarthritis, also known as Degenerative Joint Disease, doesn’t just impact people. It is a painful condition that can similarly affect the joints of dogs, cats and other pets, regardless of breed or age. Sadly, arthritis can severely limit your pet’s quality of life. It can lead to side effects such as lameness, reduced activity and […]
Pet Obesity: Causes, Risks, and Weight Management Strategies
Just like humans, if a pet doesn’t have a healthy lifestyle, it may become overweight. An animal is considered obese when it has an excess level of body fat. Contrary to what some may believe, your pet having a few extra pounds has a great health impact and may make their life less enjoyable. It […]
Vaccination Schedules: Protecting Your Pet at Every Life Stage
Vaccinating our pets is the best thing we can do to help protect them from serious or potentially fatal diseases, and also help prevent the spread of these diseases to the wider pet population. A vaccination stimulates the immune system to help fight against that specific disease, and although it may not prevent our pet […]
Dental Care for Pets: Why It Matters and How to Maintain It
Just like us, our pets need regular dental checks to ensure their teeth and gums remain healthy. Rotten teeth are not just about smelly breath and tooth loss; poor dental hygiene can lead to very painful gum disease and infections, which can be spread by bacteria via the bloodstream to vital organs and potentially cause […]
Preventing Common Parasites in Pets
Prevention is always better than cure, and when it comes to parasite prevention, you are not only protecting your precious pets from a range of health problems, but yourself and your family as well, as several parasites can be transmitted to humans and pose a range of health problems too. Your vet will advise you […]
Nutrition Tips for Senior Pets
The nutritional needs of any mammal will change throughout their lives, especially as they get older and become less active. Like us, our pets don’t need so many calories as they age, and their metabolism naturally begins to slow down. Less activity requires fewer calories; otherwise, there is a tendency for weight gain. There are […]
Understanding Pet Anxiety
Just like humans, our pets can also suffer from anxiety, and just as with us, it doesn’t matter if the danger is real or imagined; the physiological responses surrounding that fear are very real. Excessive nervousness or fear is often triggered by specific situations or stimuli, but if it is left unaddressed, it can often […]
The Importance of Regular Health Check-Ups for Pets
The health and well-being of your pets are extremely important. You want them to live a long and happy life as part of your family, and having them regularly checked up at your local vet is the best way to ensure they remain in optimal health for as long as they possibly can. Regular preventative […]
How Often Should You Take Your Pet to the Vet?
Australians have one of the highest pet ownership rates in the world, with around sixty-nine percent of Australian households owning a pet. One of the ways you can help your pets live a long and happy life is to schedule regular appointments for them with your veterinarian. Proper care and check-ups with your vet can […]
Puppy Teething Guide: How to Soothe a Teething Puppy
Teething is a natural stage of development for puppies, usually occurring early on from three weeks to around six months of age. During this cycle, a puppy will transition from its baby teeth to its adult teeth. This process can be uncomfortable and, at times, painful. Excessive chewing or the persistent need to hold objects […]
