Whether you have a cat or a dog, grooming is an important part of maintaining your pet’s physical appearance and overall wellbeing for a number of reasons.While they groom themselves, they can’t always get to those hard to reach places.Pets with hairy faces tend to...
Owning a cat can seem daunting if you aren’t accustomed to caring for a feline friend. But fear not! Cats are probably the easiest pets to own- far easier than fish! A cat will remind you when he/she needs feeding, and for the most part,...
Finding rental places with pets can be a real challenge. Owning property in Sydney is an impossible dream for many people, forcing them (and their furry friends!) to search for rental options. Unfortunately, the struggle to find pet friendly housing leads to the surrender and...
Signs of An Ear InfectionHead rubbing dog has itchy ears Red and smelly ears Black or yellow discharge coming from ears Tilting of the head Deafness Reluctance to be touched around the ear or head Unusual swelling/s on the pinna (external cartilage) of the...
Daschunds (sometimes known as sausage dogs or dackels) are one of the most instantly recognisable dog breeds in the world. They have been made famous by Disney, social media and well-known enthusiasts such as Peter Alexander. But while everyone is quick to comment on how adorable...
Your pet has had a big day today undergoing their dental surgery, now it’s time for some rest and relaxation. Keep your pet quiet tonight as he/she recovers from surgery. You can feed a normal meal but if your pet has had teeth removed give...
Why we’re Pro-Proheart There are many different brands of heartworm preventatives on the market these days. Of these many brands, the vast majority contain the active ingredient milbemycin oxime. Why is this important information for you, a dog owner? Because, if you are one of the...
There are around 70 species of ticks in Australia. Of these many ticks, you have probably heard of Ixodes holocyclus, or the paralysis tick.Preventative medicine has thankfully come a long way in the last decade and we are lucky enough to have access to fantastic...
Having a Pet Friendly Valentine’s Day Valentine's day is one of the most romantic days of the year. It doesn’t matter if you’re single, taken or somewhere in between, Valentine’s Day can be a great day to spend with your pets, too! You may be surprised...
So close, yet so far. How we almost eradicated feline panleukopaenia virus.Feline panleukopenia virus, also known as feline enteritis, is a deadly viral infection of cats that was first discovered more than 100 years ago. As pet owners started to religiously vaccinate their kittens...