Three-year-old French Bulldog Hugo was particularly quiet one morning, not running to greet his owner and refusing to eat his breakfast, very abnormal for the happy and bouncy young man. His owner noticed that Hugo was hunching his back when he was seated, holding his neck at odd angles, and struggling to lay down and […]
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Top 10 Puppy Training Tips
Puppies learn quickly, especially when training is positive, consistent and fun. Here are our top 10 puppy training tips.
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Celebrating National Dog Day: Honouring Our Furry Companions
Dogs, often referred to as “man’s best friend,” hold a special place in our hearts and homes. Their loyalty, unconditional love, and unique personalities make them cherished members of our families. National Dog Day, celebrated annually on August 26th, is a day dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the bond between humans and dogs. This article […]
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You asked, we listened! We’ve partnered with GapOnly!
No one likes waiting, which is why we’ve partnered with GapOnly. At your next visit, let us know if you’d like to use the GapOnly® payment service, to access your pet insurance benefit right away (for eligible expenses). Your claim will be assessed in around 10 minutes, while you’re in the clinic, and once approved, […]
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Bravery Award June 2023
Nunes’ owners returned home recently to find the 4 year old American Staffordshire Bull Terrier in the back yard with some very concerning torn up packaging. She had managed to get into the bin and pull out an old box of rodenticide poison and promptly have a party with it in the backyard! Although there […]
Dear old Wilco has had an extensive history at our Narre Warren clinic and he is now well into his twilight years. He truly is one tough cookie and has been through more than enough in one doggie lifetime. Wilco, a 15-year-old Schnauzer, has been a beloved member of his family ever since he was […]
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Bravery Award – April 2023
13 week old Chubby the Jack Russell Terrier came in for his routine desexing with an inguinal hernia repair a few weeks ago. Inguinal hernias in dogs occur when there is a weakness in the abdominal wall that allows abdominal contents, such as the bladder or intestines, to protrude through the inguinal canal (the passage […]
Recent weather conditions have resulted in heavy mushroom sprouting in a number of areas. While not all mushrooms are toxic to dogs, some can be extremely dangerous and even deadly if ingested. The severity of toxicity can depend on the type of mushroom ingested, the amount ingested and the size of the dog. Symptoms of […]
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Easter Pet Safety: Our Top Tips for a Safe and Happy Easter
Chocolate, hot cross buns, lilies and Easter decorations can all be dangerous for pets. Our tips for a safe and happy Easter with your dog, cat or rabbit.
Lovely Oscar, the gorgeous 3 year old Brittany Spaniel, recently visited Dr. Susi at the Narre Warren clinic with a very odd problem. His owners had noted that the previous evening, Oscar suddenly had difficulty closing his mouth and was drooling quite a bit. He couldn’t seem to chew anything, but was just managing to […]