How do senior dogs with kidney disease normally present to the vet?
Senior dogs with kidney disease typically present to the vet with various signs and symptoms, which can vary depending on the stage of the disease. Common Signs and Symptoms of Kidney Disease in Senior Dogs: Increased Thirst and Urination: Drinking more water and urinating more frequently, including accidents in the house. Decreased Appetite and Weight […]
Understanding Arthritis in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatments
Dogs with arthritis typically present to the vet with several signs and symptoms, including: Common Signs and Symptoms of Arthritis in Dogs: Limping or Lameness: Intermittent or consistent limping, especially after exercise or prolonged rest. Stiffness: Noticeable stiffness, particularly after getting up from lying down or after rest. Reluctance to Move: Hesitancy or refusal to […]
What do senior dogs with dental disease normally present to the vet and what treatments are there?
Senior dogs with dental disease typically present to the vet with various signs and symptoms that indicate problems with their teeth and gums. Common Signs and Symptoms of Dental Disease in Senior Dogs: Bad Breath (Halitosis): A strong, unpleasant odor coming from the mouth. Visible Tartar and Plaque: Yellow or brown buildup on the teeth. […]
What is Kennel Cough
Kennel Cough in Victoria: What Pet Owners Need to Know Welcome to our video discussing kennel cough, a common concern for pet owners in Victoria. Let’s dive into what kennel cough is and how you can protect your furry friends. What is Kennel Cough? Kennel cough, or infectious tracheobronchitis, is a contagious respiratory infection affecting […]
Why you should vaccinate your dogs
In Geelong and Victoria, responsible dog ownership means prioritising vaccination to protect our furry mates from a range of infectious diseases. Core vaccines form the foundation of this protection, recommended for all dogs to combat prevalent and potentially lethal viruses and bacteria. These core vaccines include: Canine Parvovirus (CPV): This highly contagious virus can lead […]
Why you should vaccinate your cat
Cat vaccinations typically include a combination of core and non-core vaccines to protect against various diseases. Core vaccines are recommended for all cats and include: Feline Panleukopenia Virus (FPV): Also known as feline distemper, this virus is highly contagious and can be lethal, causing fever, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Feline Herpesvirus (FHV-1) and Feline Calicivirus (FCV): […]
Why you should vaccinate your rabbit
In Geelong, as in other parts of Australia, it’s strongly recommended to vaccinate pet rabbits against diseases like Calicivirus, also known as Rabbit Disease Virus (RHDV), and Myxomatosis, due to the presence of these diseases in the wild rabbit population which can affect pet rabbits. Vaccination for Calicivirus is available and provides some level of […]
Chocolate Toxicity
Chocolate toxicity is a significant concern for both dogs and cats. Chocolate contains theobromine and caffeine, both of which are methylxanthines and can be toxic to pets. Dogs are more commonly affected by chocolate toxicity than cats due to their tendency to eat larger quantities of food, including chocolate, and their inability to metabolize theobromine […]
Vaccinating Animals
You may be familiar with the text saying your pet is “due for the annual vaccination and health check”. Vaccinations are essential to maintaining good health and wellbeing in your pets. Much like us, they need regular boosters to stay immunised against certain diseases. Cats and dogs are routinely vaccinated with what we call “core” […]
Grass Seeds
The hot weather is here, and along with that comes the dreaded grass seed season! Grass seeds are very common in summer and spring, but can happen all year round. They can enter your pet’s skin and migrate throughout their body. They have a barbed structure, which means they can become embedded very easily and […]