Vomiting pets are always cause for concern – especially when the vomit is blue or green! Can you guess what common household product saw Tilley admitted for a lifesaving procedure? Tilley’s owners acted quickly when they noticed Tilley shaking, hypersalivating and experiencing an episode of diarrhoea and blue tinged vomiting. They rushed Tilly to […]
Category Archives: Pet Advice
As February features its heart-focussed Valentine’s Day, we thought that this month would be the perfect time to talk about the heart that matters most: your pet’s. When it comes to diseases of the heart, knowing what to watch out for really makes a difference. Early detection of heart disease means that medical treatment is […]
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Bravery Award January 2020 – Jetti
Jetti, the 7-year-old domestic shorthair presented to the NWVC last month after recent episodes of vomiting. During her examination, a white string could be seen lodged under her tongue – a most unusual finding! With cause for further investigation, Dr. Jon performed a set of radiographs with some interesting findings. The x-rays showed some abnormal […]
As we reach the peak of summer we welcome long hot days and balmy nights. It’s the best time of the year to get out and about with your pet but there are a few hazards you need to watch out for. Heat stroke: It can be easy to overdo it in the summer and […]
We’d like to help make sure your pet stays happy and healthy this silly season so here’s a list we’ve compiled of the ‘Twelve Pet Hazards of Christmas’: Christmas can be a risky time for your pet. There is usually lots of food around as well as plenty of people, parties and changes in routine. […]
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Bravery Award – November 2019 – Gypsy
Meet 7-year-old Siberian Husky, Gypsy. She’s recently undergone surgery after the discovery of a mammary gland tumour during her annual vaccination and wellness exam, with Dr. Dawn. Mammary, or breast tumours, can be common in female dogs – with more than 25% of entire (non-desexed) females developing these tumours during their lifetime. In most cases, […]
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***ATTENTION*** confirmed cases of Leptospirosis
The Australian Veterinary Association has had 2 confirmed cases of a disease called Leptospirosis in dogs within the Ringwood / Bayswater areas. Can spread via infected water, mud, soil, plants, ingestion of raw meat and can also exist in the urine and faeces of infected animals. Commonly spread via rats. Is zoonotic and can […]
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Bravery Award – October 2019 – Rocco
This is Rocco, an eight-year-old Staffordshire Terrier. He presented to the NWVC with some nasty lumps on his stomach area. After a complete physical examination and history was obtained, a fine needle aspirate (FNA) was performed, whereby a needle was inserted into the lumps, and a small sample of cells extracted. The sample was taken […]
Pardon the pun, but you don’t have to be blind to see that your pet’s eyes are very important! Eye issues can be serious. That’s why, if you notice anything unusual about your pet’s eyes, it’s best to have them checked out ASAP. Conditions like conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers, uveitis and glaucoma can be very painful […]
Blossom, the 13.5-year-old Birman cat, presented to the NWVC after her owner noticed a large swelling on her behind. After clipping away some of her long fur, a large pus-filled abscess was discovered. Blossom was scheduled for surgery the following day to flush and clean the area. A drain was placed, allowing fluid to drain […]