The upcoming wild rabbit control program in Greater Sydney (including the Central Coast) is set to release Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV1-K5) in the first week of March 2026. This is part of efforts by authorities to manage populations of wild rabbits (European rabbits, Oryctolagus...
At Southern Cross Vet, we’re passionate about providing gold-standard veterinary care for your furry friends. One of the most common procedures we perform is spaying (or desexing), and we’re excited to offer both traditional desexing and our innovative LOVE Spay procedure, also known as Laparoscopic...
Living far from a vet clinic doesn't have to mean sacrificing your pet's health. At Southern Cross Vet, we offer convenient telehealth consultations that connect you with our experienced veterinarians, no matter where you're located. Case 1: Jessie, the Remote Rescue Jessie, a stunning blue cattle...
We're thrilled to announce an upcoming expansion at our Surry Hills practice! This expansion is a testament to our commitment to providing your beloved pets with top-notch care and ensuring your experience with us continues to be exceptional. What's Happening? Our Surry Hills clinic will be undergoing...
Fleas and ticks are tiny little parasites that can cause a lot of discomfort to our pets. Not only do they cause excessive itching but can also lead to diseases and even life-threatening conditions, if left untreated. As pet owners, it is therefore quite crucial...
Are you a pet parent in Greater Sydney, looking for a hassle-free way to ensure your beloved pet receives top-quality veterinary care? Say hello to Southern Cross Veterinary Clinic's Pet Concierge Service - it's like having a personal Uber for your pets! Here’s everything you...
Humans have always been social beings. We crave companionship, love, and affection, not just of other humans, but of animals as well. We have domesticated animals and have depended upon them for various purposes over thousands of years. While initially, humans depended upon their domesticated...
If your pet is itchy, and they are up to date with their good quality flea control and don't have gastrointestinal symptoms regularly, it is safe to say that their immune systems are being triggered by something in the environment - or that they are...
While often thought of as ‘low-maintenance’ pets, rabbits generally are easy to look after, however, vaccinating them is one of those really important parts of their healthcare to make sure they stay healthy A virus belonging to the ‘calicivirus’ family is circulating around most cities and suburbs...
It’s a new world and the veterinary clinic has responded With the changing world, the family veterinary clinic has also changed, almost in every way for the better At Southern Cross, we think it’s important, however, for your pet’s doctor to be familiar with their history and...
French bulldogs are quickly gaining in popularity all over the world. Their quirky and playful personality make them an ideal pet to keep the children entertained, and their comparatively high level of awareness makes them excellent watchdogs as well. These are some of the reasons...
A cruciate ligament tear is one of the most common injuries in dogs, causing significant pain and mobility issues. If your dog has a torn ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament), they may require surgery to stabilize their knee joint and regain mobility. But how much does...
Considering pet insurance? Here, with Pet Insurance Australia’s help, we take a look at the important aspects to consider before signing up. How does age affect my pet insurance? The age of your pet may determine the type of insurance you are eligible for. Many pet insurance...
Southern Cross Vet is Dr Sam's brainchild and was born out of a belief that there was space in the industry for a true family-owned, family-feel clinic that focuses on bringing state of the art technology and thinking to solve the usual medical issues. We are...
It’s hard to believe that it was a year ago that Sydney’s dog owner population was bracing itself as we worked hard to contain the outbreak of the bacteria – ‘lepto’ that could infect our pets and make us very sick too. Through a concerted,...
Desexing is an important milestone in your pet’s life, offering numerous health and behavioural benefits. It helps prevent unwanted pregnancies, reduces aggression and roaming tendencies, and lowers the risk of several cancers, including breast, and testicular cancer. Studies have also shown that desexing increases a...
With Australia having managed the coronavirus pandemic making us the envy of the world, we are being rewarded with our country opening up earlier than a lot of others. Like with all events and current affairs, at Southern Cross Vet, we consider the impact on...
The COVID-19 pandemic isn’t going away anytime soon. This means we’ll all be spending more time at a distance of two metres apart from one another – and it also means changing the way we walk our dogs. Luckily, social distancing and dog walking are...
After having a tour and seeing our impressive facilities, our SCV family members really value our care and know their pets are in the safest hands at Southern Cross Vet; but there’s a lot of expense in running a state-of-the art hospital and we wanted...
These are uncertain times for everyone and not the least for your pets. If you’re a pet owner, then you know the worry of wondering if you can keep yourself, as well as your furry friend, safe and healthy. And it’s best that you get...