When it’s hot out many of us bask in the warmth, and those pesky fleas are no different! During the warmer part of the year it’s not uncommon for flea activity to increase. Why is this? Warm weather provides optimal conditions for the life cycle of fleas, this means that new adult fleas […]
Fire Plan for Your Pets
We live in a wonderful part of the world but the sad reality is that the beauty comes with a price tag, each year we must ready ourselves for bushfire season. While bush fires are not limited to following the rule of a calendar, there is a time of year where the risk of […]
No More Fleas Please
Fleas are unfortunately unavoidable for our pets, but arming ourselves with knowledge and protection can help to alleviate some of the itchy effects. What does this mean for you and your household? Well firstly the important thing to remember is prevention is always better than treatment! Having your pet on a good quality flea […]
Your Pet’s Fire Plan Pack
Fires are stressful, worrying about your pets can be stressful, so let’s ease some of the stress as we put the problem of “what to pack?” to bed! During ‘bush-fire season’ (Spring-Summer) it may be necessary to relocate you and your family, this may include a furry, finned or feathered friend. Just like we […]
Can My Dog Get a Cold?
Most people can tell when they are getting a cold. The sniffles start, followed by a raging temperature, hacking cough, and endless dripping nose. But did you know a similar condition exists in the dog world? Canine cough, often to referred to as kennel cough, is a highly contagious upper respiratory tract infection caused by […]
When Things Go Bang!
Well it’s here. 2016 is drawing to a close and 2017 is readying itself at the start gate. Time to chill the champagne and break out the party poppers, but it’s not just these common party favours that go bang in the night… Fireworks! What New Years celebration is complete without lighting up the sky […]
A-Tissue!
Just like us our pets often suffer from allergies, while in humans we often see respiratory complications, in pets allergic reactions are typically characterised by skin problems. These skin problems are generally exacerbated by their primary symptom – itching and scratching! Pet allergies fall into three main categories: Flea allergy dermatitis, food allergy and atopy. […]
Bladder Infections in our Pets
With Autumn right around the corner your cat is more likely to develop a bladder infection. Cats who are more reluctant to go out in changing weather to wee outside, will often get retention cystitis. This is very common in cats and some dogs and the following are some ways to help you deal with […]
Make Those Flies Buzz Off!
As many dog owners know, the trauma caused by fly bites can be a frustrating problem. Flies seem particularly fond of ear margins, especially the ear tip. They will occasionally settle for tip of the tail. The bitten area gets damaged and may ooze blood, attracting more flies looking for a desirable snack. Hair loss […]
Beach Babes
Well despite Melbourne’s best efforts to withhold Summer from us, we still find ourselves falling victim to some absolute scorchers this year! Luckily the Mornington Peninsula is abundant in beaches, but how many of them are “Fido Friendly?” We are exceptionally fortunate to have access to beaches that are leash free, and even more so […]