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Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) in Dogs

Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) in Dogs

Posted 25/03/2024 1392

Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) in Dogs Brachycephalic dog breeds, known for their distinctive flat faces and endearing personalities, are beloved by many pet owners. Yet, beneath their endearing appearance, there exists a health issue that warrants attention: Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS). In this article, we will delve into what BOAS is, its symptoms,

Insect Stings

Insect Stings

Posted 22/05/2023 2441

Just like us, pets can have an allergic reaction to certain insect stings, more commonly bee stings. In most cases this is not life-threatening but rarely it can be, and it is therefore very important to seek immediate veterinary attention for your pet if they have been bitten by an insect, especially a bee, and

Pets & Poisons

Pets & Poisons

Posted 22/03/2023 1752

Dogs (and sometimes cats!) are notorious for getting into things that they shouldn’t, and unfortunately there are many common household products, human foods and human medications that can be harmful to our pets. What products should I be cautious of? There are so many products and foods that could be harmful to your pet in

Tick Paralysis

Tick Paralysis

Posted 22/03/2023 1845

What is a Paralysis Tick? Paralysis ticks are prevalent particularly in spring and summer. They are found in bushland and are commonly carried by wildlife such as possums and bandicoots. However, we are finding more and more ticks are finding their way into our backyards and affecting our pets at all times of year, whether

Respiratory Emergencies

Respiratory Emergencies

Posted 22/03/2023 1678

Respiratory distress is a very scary emergency in our pets. While hopefully this never happens to you, it is important for you to know what to do in this situation to get your pet to lifesaving care. Signs of respiratory distress include: Rapid, shallow breathing Abdominal effort in breathing Open-mouth breathing in cats Purple to

Why should we de-sex our pets?

Why should we de-sex our pets?

Posted 03/07/2018 2305

Benefits of de-sexing your pet. Thousands of animals each year find themselves in animal holding facilities, lost, or injured due to homelessness or escaping the confines of their back yard. People adore their companion animals and there is something extremely loveable about puppies and kittens however, where do they go when they are all grown

Santa Paws, Raising Money for Friendly K9 Rescue!

Santa Paws, Raising Money for Friendly K9 Rescue!

Posted 08/11/2017 6272

This year is fast disappearing and it’s that jolly time again where Santa and the Christmas Spirit is in the air. Sadly, it’s not always a happy time for some animals, who find themselves alone and without homes. Each year in conjunction with the wonderful Franklin from Franklin Photography we hold a Santa Pet Photo

HOPPY EASTER

HOPPY EASTER

Posted 16/04/2017 6052

Within a hop, skip, and a jump Easter is here! We’re all excited for the chocolate, and the bunnies are all excited for the carrots – BUT BE WARNED. Although carrots are healthy for us, carrots are too sweet and low in fibre, making them a TREAT only for rabbits. Too much can become a health

IS YOUR PET SUFFERING IN SILENCE?

IS YOUR PET SUFFERING IN SILENCE?

Posted 27/02/2017 7259

Imagine that you had a severe toothache and no one did anything to help because no one knew. This is the situation faced by over 80% of our pets over the age of 3 years. Imagine that you had pus covering your teeth day in and day out, that your jaw was being eaten away

KILLER FELINE VIRUS

KILLER FELINE VIRUS

Posted 09/02/2017 18255

There is a lot of media surrounding the outbreak of the deadly feline enteritis virus Feline Panleukopenia Virus (FPV). We would like to share with you an article written by Business Insider with details surrounding the recent alerts and outbreaks of this disease. “A killer virus – Feline enteritis causing severe gastroenteritis – has hit

HOW TO HELP YOUR PET BEAT THE HEAT

HOW TO HELP YOUR PET BEAT THE HEAT

Posted 07/12/2016 4030

Summer is upon us again! It looks like we are in for a long and very hot summer ahead of us. We would like to take a moment to discuss the implications the hot weather can have on your pets. All pets can suffer from the heat, not only dogs and cats but also birds,

4 STEPS TO KEEP YOUR PET SAFE THIS HALLOWEEN

4 STEPS TO KEEP YOUR PET SAFE THIS HALLOWEEN

Posted 29/10/2016 3112

Halloween can be a scary and sometimes dangerous time for pets….here are 4 tips to ensure your pet stays safe this Halloween period…. 1. Keep your halloween chocolates and treats out of your pets reach, chocolates and some other lollies can be toxic to pets! If your pet happens to get hold of them contact

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