The temptation during the Christmas season is to give our pets left over’s as a perceived treat for them to share with us.In many cases this may be without any consequence except a satisfied pet but we do often see gastrointestinal upsets associated with feeding seasoned, fatty or salty foods – this sounds like everything …
Christmas Pet Photo Competition Time!!
Email your Christmas Pet Photo to lakevet@lakevet.com.au or comment of our facebook page www.facebook.com/lakevet/ Prizes includes soft toys, flea/tick products, food and more. We cannot wait to see all your pets Christmas photos! Start posting everyone
Bushfire Plan
Have you got a plan in place during bushfire season for your pets? Prepare for your pets: have bedding, food and water ready to go and make sure you can transport them. Make sure your pets can be identified easily. Microchip your animals and include your details such as your phone number on collars. …
Heat Stress
Here are some helpful tips for summer: -Clipping and brushing your pet is a goodidea.-It is essential that your pets haveadequate shade to rest in at this time ofyear. Provide a shady spot on the easternside of your home with plenty of water – Unlimited supply of full water bowlsplaced in shady areas.– A clam …
Rat Bait Toxicity
Did you know rat bait is extremely toxic to pets? Rat bait unfortunately doesn’t just kill rats! Do you use baits around your home and are they out of reach for your pets? •Symptoms of rat bait toxicity: *Bloody faeces / urine *Bruising on the body *Pale or bleeding on the gum line *Internal bleeding …
Christmas Hamper
Join in our Christmas Hampers free raffle when you bring your pet in between 9th November and 14th December for your chance to win a pamper pack with many goodies for you and your pet at each hospital.
Funnel Web Spiders
Warning please be aware that Funnel Web spiders are out and about! During this time it is best to wear closed in shoes all the time when in the yard and wear gloves while gardening. If you find one that you can safely capture you can take it to: *Animal Referral Emergency Centre (At all …
Tick Season
Paralysis Ticks are out and about. Tick paralysis can be deadly to your family pets! We recommend Nexgard monthly chews for dogs and Bravecto spot 3 monthly on for cats. It is best to clear your yard of low lying bushes and long grass. Daily tick searches are required to ensure any ticks are removed straight …
Eco Hero Kyan Payten
Kyan loves raptors in particular wedge-tailed eagles. He has painted a few and now has turned his attention to helping raise money for injured wildlife. He is supporting the Higher Ground Raptor Centre that rehabilitates birds and then releases them into the wild. Congratulations on receiving a special mention in National Geographic for Kids above.
Charlestown Reception Makeover
Whilst your pets have been still coming into the clinic, our Charlestown Reception area has had a makeover. We have new chairs, reception desk and flooring. We look forward to having you back into the hospital to share it with you and your pet. See a preview below of Luna on the scales admiring the …