Selecting guinea pigs Guinea pigs are highly social animals and are best kept in groups of at least 2 piggies. Pick active, inquisitive guinea pigs that are roaming around their enclosure. The eyes of the guinea pigs should be clear and free of discharge, and the...
How to Microchip your Dog or Cat What is a microchip and how does it work? A microchip is a small device that provides electronic identification of your pet when detected by a special scanner. Each chip has a unique number linked to the NSW Companion Animals...
We insure our homes, our cars, our phones, ourselves…but why don’t we all insure our pets? Yes, pet insurance is becoming increasingly common however most pets are still uninsured. Why should I insure my pets?Veterinary medicine and animal care have advanced considerably in the last decade;...
Dog breath? Cat breath? It should stink, shouldn’t it? Actually no. It should smell a little, but any excessive odour may indicate dental disease.Dental disease in Dogs & Cats is caused by bacteria under the gum line causing infections. These infections cause lysis or breakdown...
Christmas is a time for friends, family and food! The weather is hot, everyone is in a great mood and our pets are right there with us. It’s such a busy (and sometimes stressful!) time of year but it is still so important to keep our...
So you’ve decided to buy a new puppy. This may well be the best (worst for your furniture!) decision you’ve made. Bringing up a puppy can be a very challenging, but often rewarding venture.There is a lot to think about before buying a puppy though,...
The countdown is on until Santa comes !!! This year we will be raising funds for our charity Project HoPe by taking Santa photos with your fur babies.If you would like to participate, the Santa photos will be held in DecemberVenue – TBC Time – TBCA note...
We all know that short nosed breeds ( or brachycephalic breeds, if you want to be technical; squishy faces if you don’t) like Pugs and French Bulldogs are cute. Their cuteness, however, comes at a cost. Most brachycephalic breeds are born into this world with a...
At Southern Cross, we love all pets, young and old! We are aware that as your pets get older, their health needs may become more prevalent.We're celebrating all things about our senior pets as they head into the 'golden years'. Some things to watch out...
Barking is a normal (and important) part of a dog’s communication repertoire, and many dog owners see barking to be a positive thing when alerting the house owner to a potential threat. Excessive barking or barking with no apparent function can impinge on neighbourly relations...