Pet Care Advice

As the New Year approaches, it's important to know that colourful, loud fireworks can be pretty scary for cats and dogs to handle. Fireworks can distress pets to the point of causing them to flee or injure themselves and keeping them calm and safe is incredibly...

Familiar words for anyone who lives in Australia - we're all too aware of the need for sun protection for us. But did you know that some pets need sun protection as well? Consider sun protection if your pet: Is light in colour or has a thin coat Is fond of sunbathing...

The holidays are here and while many of you are leaving your pets with house sitters or in kennels, you may choose to take your furry friend with you. Traveling with pets can be great fun, but does need a lot of planning. Is your pet healthy? Road trips and travel can...

Christmas is a time of giving - and sometimes it's tempting to give the gift of a furry pet. But this time of year, we'd like to remind everyone that a pet for Christmas isn't a pet only for Christmas. The Christmas period can be a great time to think about getting a...

Happy December! The silly season is upon us, and while it can be great fun for people, there are a few hazards to be mindful of to keep our furry friends safe these holidays. Christmas leftovers: Most Christmas foods are too rich for our pets and can cause...

We've talked about vaccination already this month; and one of the most common questions we get is "If I don't board my dog, why do I need to vaccinate against kennel cough?". Probably the second most common is "But my dog is vaccinated, why does she have kennel...

Our pets get parasites too, not just us! Cats and dogs are both able to contract intestinal worm infestations, and these tricky parasites can pass from cat to human and back unless everyone's up to date with their prevention. Giving your pet a tablet for worming might...

The holiday season is just around the corner, and if you're heading off on holidays this year there's a good chance you'll need to board your pets during your trip. Most boarding kennels and catteries require all boarders to be current with their vaccinations, so...

Bark for Life this year was a tremendous success, and our team of volunteer vets and nurses had an absolute blast keeping an eye out for your beloved pooches on the day! Here's a selection of photos from the day.