Please be aware and keep out of reach of your furry friends the many Christmas food and decorations that can be hazardous. -Chocolate – which contains a stimulant, which can be severely poisonous to dogs and cats. -Mince Pies and Christmas Puddings – all grapes, raisins, currants and sultanas are toxic to dogs; as are …
Tick Season
Tick season is in full swing. This paralysis tick may only be small but it could be deadly for your precious pets! For tick prevention we recommend Nexgard monthly chews for dogs and Bravecto spot on for cats which is used 3 monthly. Tick Symptoms can include: •Wobbly/weakness in the hind legs. •Change in bark/meow. …
Leptospirosis Outbreak
Recently there has been a confirmed Leptospirosis case in the suburb Speers Point. Leptospirosis is a deadly disease spread by rats/mice. Leptospirosis is a highly contagious zoonotic disease, meaning it can spread to people. Some steps you can take to protect your dog are: – Stay Away from rat infested areas. – Don’t allow them to …
Osteoarthritis and Your Pet
Osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease causes pain, loss of mobility and decreased quality of life. Arthritis is a common condition in dogs and cats (Yes cats! They are just better at hiding it). Symptoms include: Inability to jump and play Difficulty going up or down stairs Difficulty rising or stiff after rest Difficulty toileting and …
Christmas And New Years Hours
We wish all our clients and furry friends a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Years. Our Christmas opening hours are: Friday 24th December OPEN 8.00am – 5.00pm Saturday 25th December CLOSED Monday 27th December CLOSED Tuesday 28th December CLOSED Wednesday 29th December OPEN 8.00am – 6.00pm Our New Years Eve Hours: Friday 31st December …
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 on 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 …
Online pet insurance claims
We are constantly trying to make processing insurance claims simpler. We now have many insurance companies allowing online claims to speed up the time for your payment with some starting to allow for you to only pay the gap on large surgeries. Game changer-Woolworths have now changed the landscape of pet insurance. They are offering …
Behaviour classes
Our senior puppy classes are a great extension class after puppy preschool. The classes start for puppies from 4 months of age. The classes run outdoors for 5 weeks on Sundays. The classes are intimate in size being limited to 6 pups allowing for a group learning experience mixed with individual one on one tips. …
Stress Free Pets
Introducing Zylkene. Zylkene is an orally taken medication containing a concentration of milk protein acting like a natural valium to help your pet cope with stressful situations. It can be used short term to help your pet friend often starting1-2 days before a predicted stressful event or change in environment. Some animals may need earlier …
Noise Phobias
Summer in Australia can be noisy: thunderstorms, fireworks and parties are just some of the events that can trigger noise sensitivities in dogs. Although it may not be possible to avoid the noises. There are some simple ideas for helping your dog to cope during a noisy situation: · Expose puppies to different noises from …