Heatstroke: It Happens Faster Than You Think With temperatures rising, it’s important to remember that our furry friends feel the heat too. Pets can’t cool themselves like we do—they rely mostly on panting, which isn’t always enough in hot weather. Heatstroke is a serious, life-threatening condition that can lead to organ failure, brain damage, or [...]
🐾 FIV and FeLV – What Every Cat Owner Should Know 🐾 Your cat isn’t just a pet. They are companions, comforters, pest control, and family. One of the most important ways to show your love is by making sure they are well protected. Two serious diseases every cat owner should know about are Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukaemia Virus [...]
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team! If you have a love for animals, a strong work ethic, and experience working in a clinical veterinary environment. Key Responsibilities Assist veterinarians in routine procedures and surgical prep Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments Monitor anaesthesia and post-operative recovery Handle animal restraint with care and safety Conduct laboratory [...]
Hot Spots are a bacterial infection of the skin associated with inflammation. They are commonly caused by staphylococcus intermedius bacteria. Skin infection occur when the surface integrity of the skin has been broken. There are many risk factors that can occur and it is best to bring your pet in so we can start treatment [...]
Cats sleep for 16-18hrs per day! Totally wish I was a cat
If you have not already vaccinated for AHS don't delay any further. The rains are just around the corner and with them comes a much higher risk of AHS.
Yes, yes and yes! There is a vaccination for kennel cough....If you canine companion has not been vaccinated then they should. Especially if they are planning a trip to the kennels.
So what exactly is constipation? It is the difficulty in passing faeces or the infrequency. There are various causes for constipation including dietary, behavioural, environmental and medical related issues. The good news is constipation can be treated. If it is mild, laxatives are available at your vet and for more serve cases your pet can [...]
Even thought the rains have not come, the ticks are out in full force. Prevention is better than trying to treat your dog/cat for biliary once they have got it. Feel free to pop in or order on line to purchase your tick and flea prevention medication from the clinic.
Today we had a male cat brought in with a serve case of a blocked urinary track. A common cause of this is crystal formation. Two of the most common crystals in cats is Struvite and Calcium oxalate. Certain risk factors predispose your cat to the formation of these crystals including obesity, low water intake, [...]
