Rabbits are social and curious animals and can make wonderful pets. But contrary to popular belief, taking care of a pet rabbit is a big responsibility. These guys have specific needs when it comes to housing, handling, diet, and enrichment requirements. If you’ve got a pet bunny at home, or you’re thinking of adopting a […]
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BRAVERY AWARD MARCH 2021
Dogs are curious creatures, often using their nose to investigate their environment – as was the case with our friend Sam, the Brittany Spaniel pup. Sam presented to the NWVC last month after his owner noticed a substantial swelling on the right side of his face. After further investigation Dr. Dawn located a bee stinger […]
It is hard to imagine that something this small has the potential to cause so many issues for our furry friends! Grass seeds are a big problem for Australian pets, particularly during the spring and summer months. Otis, the 5-year-old Maremma X. Thanks to his owner’s swift action, these grass seeds were removed promptly under […]
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KEEP YOUR BUNNY COOL THIS SUMMER
Rabbits don’t tolerate heat well and are more susceptible to heat stroke than humans – so if you’re feeling hot this Summer, just imagine how your little bunny must be feeling! Rabbits can’t sweat like humans, instead they rely on a panting action and their ears to keep them cool. A rabbit’s ears are […]
With Australia in the midst of Summer, it’s a great time to talk about what we can do to keep our pets cool. Old, young, unwell and brachycephalic (short nosed) animals are particularly heat intolerant – so being proactive pays off. 1. Ensure that your pet has access to shade and ample water – […]
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BRAVERY AWARD JANUARY 2021
Chloe the Cavoodle spent several days visiting us at the NWVC and Casey Pet Emergency after ingesting a bone just before Christmas. Chloe felt very out of sorts, and rightly so , she was experiencing a bout of Pancreatitis. Pancreatitis occurs when the pancreas becomes inflamed. Pancreatitis commonly occurs in dogs, with no apparent […]
Keeping our pets happy and healthy is a top priority, so having a good handle on routine dog or cat preventative health care is a great start! Vaccination It is recommended that all dogs and cats who go for walks outdoors or otherwise contact other animals (e.g. in boarding) should be kept up-to-date with vaccination. […]
Many common veterinary treatments, such as worming products and antibiotics, require owners to regularly administer oral medications to their pet. Whilst some pets will obligingly allow tablets to be popped down their throat, or at least eat them in food, other pets can prove more difficult. Here are some vet techniques for successfully medicating those […]
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ANXIETY IN OUR PETS – LIVING THE ‘COVID NORMAL’
The COVID lifestyle has become the ‘new norm’, spending most of 2020 in lockdown, together with our furry friends – but what happens now, as restrictions begin to ease? We love being with them, and they love being with us – so it’s been a great situation right? As our Christmas holidays come to an […]
We all love spending time outdoors on these long summer days, and our pets are no exception! The increased activity is great for their mental and physical health. To prevent some common warm-weather hazards from raining on your pet’s parade, follow these summer safety tips! Heat stress In hot weather, cats and dogs can be […]