Learn from the vets

Ever think there might be something fishy going on with your dog? I’m not talking about them walking around on two legs and emulating Maxwell Smart, I’m talking about a fishy smell.

We talk about obesity in relation to humans and the dangerous effect it has on our lives, but our pets "winter weight" can be just as detrimental to their lives as it can to ours.

Dental pathology is one of the most common conditions we see in Veterinary practice, but usually unnoticed by pet owners. We all understand the importance of good oral hygiene in ourselves, but sometimes forget that it is just as important in our furry friends.

We're all aware of the blood sucking parasites that make our pets itch and scratch, those horrible pests known as fleas, but what about those wriggling writhing parasites that take residence amongst our pets internal organs?

Our home and gardens can be very enjoyable places for us, however they can pose hidden threats to our pets. Common household items can be very toxic to our pets if ingested so taking regular inventory and supervising our pets is definitely a good idea!

Our pets generally have impeccable hearing, the car door, the food container, that pesky mouse! Nothing gets by them, but with great power, comes great responsibility. For them to continue being our mousers, doorbells and alarm systems we need to ensure we take great care of their ears.