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Demystifying dog liver disease

Uh oh, we’ve run blood tests on your dog and found that it has “elevated liver parameters.” What does this mean? Read on to learn more about liver conditions in dogs, including potential causes and symptoms to monitor for. Why might we advise liver blood tests for your pet? It’s particularly important to check your […]

Is your cat’s bladder stressed?

Urinary straining, wee “accidents”, or blood-tinged urine in a young cat – what could be the cause? Contrary to popular belief, the problem may be more behavioural than bacterial! Feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC) is an inflammatory bladder condition most commonly seen in young to middle-aged cats. This issue can be frustrating for owners as it […]

Festive Foods You Should Never Share with Your Pet

We’re all for pets joining their people for some well-deserved seasonal festivities! However, we’d like to remind all pet owners about a few common Christmas toxins and how you can keep your pet safe and merry. Chocolate If you’ll be passing around the choccies this holiday season, ensure you keep them well out of reach […]

Vaccinations Uncovered: What Every Pet Parent Needs to Know

“Does my pet need vaccinations every year?” If this question has been needling you, read on for the answer to this and other common vaccination queries that our team receives! 1. What vaccinations does my pet need? The World Small Animal Veterinary Association recommends that all cats and dogs receive the “core vaccinations”, which are […]

Can My Pet Be A Blood Donor Too?

While many of us may be registered blood donors and be quite accustomed to popping into our local blood bank every 56 days to donate, it may come as a surprise to pet parents that dogs, cats and even other animals like birds and exotics can also donate blood. In fact, the very first recorded […]

Are Veterinary Costs Really “Exhorbitant”?

Taking an unwell pet to the vet is always stressful for a pet-parent. The possibility of a scary diagnosis weighs heavily and there is usually added concern about the bill for the treatment. The availability of pet insurance (like private health insurance for people) has helped pet owners to provide their pets with the veterinary […]

Household Hazards for Birds

When we think of toxins, the first things that come to mind are those our birds may swallow. But potentially just as serious are those hazards that may exist in our bird-buddy’s environment that we may not even be aware of. Here are some of the most common environmental toxins that can be inhaled, ingested […]

Toxic Food For Birds

Birds are such wonderfully interactive companions that it seems like the most natural thing in the world for us to share our food with them, sometimes even without thinking. Food treats are also a great way to train and bond with birds. But, as for dogs, cats and other animals, many human treats are unsuitable […]

Help! My Cat Is Vomiting!

For a devoted cat-parent, seeing our kitty vomiting and not knowing the cause, how serious it might be, or what to do to help them feel more comfortable can be distressing. In this blog, we’ll look at some of the possible causes of vomiting in cats, important information to communicate to your vet, and other […]