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Valentine’s day pet tips
This weekend we’re celebrating the Saint Valentines Day, the day that is associated with courtly love. It is also a time where we need to consider the safety and wellbeing of our pets. It is a tradition for many couples to light candles to set the mood for a romantic supper or evening. Remember that…
Common skin conditions in pets
Fleas and flea allergy dermatitis Fleas are a year round problem in Australia but can be worse during the summer months. Many dogs and cats have an allergy to flea saliva and just one flea bite can cause severe itchiness, hair loss and irritation. Most of the flea life cycle – the eggs and larval…
Vertical Territory for Cat satisfaction. Vet advice for Inner West Cats
The Inner West has many Catteries and vets who offer advice on cat accommodation. Vertical territory is important for many reasons. Cats have a strict hierarchy when put together in a group and their height correlates with their perceived spot in the ‘pecking order’ This pecking order isn’t always the same and when many cats…
Vet Health Tips from your local Wolli Creek Vet
With the temperatures starting to reduce, now is the ideal time to enjoy outdoor activities in Wolli Creek with your dog. The ‘bite’ of winter hasn’t really hit us yet and so we’re able to enjoy crisp, sunny autumn days. Planning outings with your pet can make for a lot of fun in the last…
Most Pet Friendly Places in Australia
Want a hotel break? You and your pooch are spoilt for choice with more than 1000 dog friendly locations in Australia[1]. However, if it’s more than a walk in the park you both need, you can find a place to rest your heads at a host of dog-friendly hotels. In Melbourne, The Albany Hotel and…
Busting the Flea Bite Problem in dogs and cats.
While multiple different diseases and parasites can cause itching, fleas are implicated more often than any other cause. In the spring and summertime in Sydney, Fleas become the most active. Fleas are known to be very active insects, easily feeding on the blood of animals and people. They’re known to “burrow” deep down into the…
Fussy Cats. Tips from a vet in Marrickville.
Feeding cats Years ago, the family cat had her bowl of kibble and milk in the corner of the kitchen, to be topped up as it was emptied. Nowadays, with our feline friends becoming a greater part of the family, we commit more time to thinking about the best way to give nutrition to…
Holiday Accomodation for your pet. What is the best option?
With the holidays approaching rapidly, many families in the inner city area are looking for places to board their furry family members while they are away for the holiday season. There are a variety of options out there, and so it is important to choose the right one for your pet. Home stay Getting…
Beach pet tips for our Alexandria, Marrickville and Mascot pet owners.
The weather in Sydney is starting to heat up and the sand and waves are becoming more alluring. Taking your dog (or cat) down to the beach in Mascot or by Tempe can be a fun activity for all, but there are some potential vet hazards that need to be understood. The sand between the…
Summer School Holiday tips from an Inner West Vet.
With the school holidays on currently, it’s a great time for Inner West families to take both our four and two legged members out for a long drive, a day trip or even a couple of days in regional NSW. While it can be fun for everyone, there are a couple of things to keep…