Pet Health

Found a Baby Bird? Here's What to Do

Baby birds are a common sight in Brisbane, especially during the warmer months when nesting season is in full swing! Whether it’s a fledgling learning to fly or a nestling that has fallen from a nest, it’s natural to want to help when you ...

Posted in Pet Health at 16 December 24

The Hidden Danger: Why Throwing Sticks Can Harm Your Beloved Dog

Playing fetch with our dogs is classic past time for most pet owners. However, what may seem like a harmless game of fetch with a stick can actually pose significant dangers to our furry friends. When dogs chase after sticks, they can easily trip ...

Posted in Pet Health at 15 June 23

It's Not Long Until The Easter Bunny Arrives!

Whilst Easter eggs are a tasty treat for us, they are highly toxic to our furry companions! Chocolate contains a substance called theobromi ...

Posted in Pet Health at 13 April 22

Why is my vet so busy?

Author: Australian Veterinary Association, 07 January 2022 Have you noticed your local veterinary clinic being busier lately, or it's more difficult to get an appointment? Many veterinary clinics worldwide have experienced a significant inc ...

Posted in Pet Health at 12 January 22

Bat Lyssavirus

Bats are starving and there’s a greater risk of contact with pets and people. That means a higher risk of exposure to Australian bat lyssavirus. If you see a bat on the ground, don’t touch it and don’t let your pet ne ...

Posted in Pet Health at 22 October 19

Guinea Pig Teeth

iStock/terry6970; https://www.scitecheuropa.eu/research-on-why-herbivores-have-dental-issues/97471/ Dental disease is a common condition that affects guinea pigs. Guinea pigs teeth continue to grow throughout their life and can become ove ...

Posted in Pet Health at 08 October 19

Separation Anxiety in Dogs

Separation anxiety in dogs Just as humans can suffer anxiety in situations like public speaking or from a fear of heights, dogs can experience similar feelings. Anxiety and stress from separation is very common and occurs when a dog is separate ...

Posted in Pet Health at 14 August 19

How to keep your indoor cat happy and healthy

Keeping your cat indoors is the safest option for your cat lowering their risk of injuries, parasites and infectious diseases. If you decide to keep your cat indoors it is important that you are meeting all their needs to keep them healthy, happy and ...

Posted in Pet Health at 07 August 19

Breed DNA Testing

DNA & Your Dog Do you ever find yourself wondering if your beloved mixed breed rescue dog is part Kelpie or Border Collie? Do you have disagreements at the dinner table over what breed makes your puppy so fluffy? We offer a mixed breed DNA tes ...

Posted in Pet Health at 31 July 19

10 Common Plants that are Toxic to Dogs & Cats

1. Lilies (including Peace Lily, Tiger Lily, Calalily) Lillies are highly toxic and can cause kidney failure leading to death particularly in cats. Be careful of bouquets of flowers always check there are no species of lilies before displaying the ...

Posted in Pet Health at 24 July 19

Canine Cough

With the cooler weather well and truly here - we expect to see more cases of canine (or kennel) cough. If your dog suddenly develops a hacking, persistent dry cough it is possible he/she has this common infectious disease. In most cases, the di ...

Posted in Pet Health at 17 July 19

Indoor vs Outdoor Cats - The Great Debate

When you first adopt your kitten or adult cat it is best to decide from the very beginning whether you would like to keep them indoors or allow them to roam. Making the decision early in their life means you can prepare them for an outdoor life w ...

Posted in Pet Health at 10 July 19

Atopic dermatitis or atopy

Atopic dermatitis is a very a common cause of itching in dogs and cats, especially in Queensland. In this condition, the animal’s skin reacts to a variety of allergens in the environment, like trees, pollens, grasses or insects. Most a ...

Posted in Pet Health at 15 May 19

Heartworm Disease

Heartworm disease in Dogs Heartworm is found in numerous locations across Australia. Heartworm has recently been diagnosed twice in our practice in inner North Brisbane in the Autumn of 2019. Heartworm is an often-deadly parasitic disease of ...

Posted in Pet Health at 17 April 19

Pet first aid

Over the course of your pet's life you may experience the occasional ‘accident’ that will require emergency veterinary care. These situations can be extremely stressful for you and your pet. Being prepared and knowing what to do ...