Diabetes is not only a common disease in people: our pets can suffer it too. To raise awareness of the disease during the month of November, Cronulla Veterinary Clinic invites all our clients to submit a urine sample from their pet for free assessment. If you worry that the amount of water your pet is […]
Greyhounds – They Make Lovely Pets!
When people think of greyhounds, they tend to think of extremely fast racing dogs chasing artificial rabbits around a track. Few people think of greyhounds as pets, and that is too bad, because they make excellent companions. Most greyhounds are either not fast enough for a career at the races, or reach retirement at around […]
Keeping our pets safe in winter
Even though winter in Sydney doesn’t get quite as cold as in some other parts of Australia, or the world, for that matter, it is still important to look after our pets a little bit extra in the colder months to keep them safe and warm. Pets rely on their fur to stay warm. However, […]
Rabbit Care Part 2
In the wild, rabbits spend a lot of time eating. Their diet consists mainly of grasses and a little bit of bark and roots. They need to eat large volumes of this high fibre diet. They have specialised teeth and a specialised gastrointestinal tract to get the most nutrition out of this food. Therefore, pet […]
Rabbit Care (Part 1)
Rabbits are very social animals and can make great pets. They need companionship and attention. There are many breeds and sizes of rabbits. Their sizes can range from under 1 kg to 5-6 kg adult size. In general, the smaller breeds can be a bit more flighty and therefore less suitable for younger children. Lifespan: […]
Pancreatitis in Pets
Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, a small organ in the front part of the abdomen, near the stomach, duodenum and liver, which produces enzymes needed to digest food as well as hormones, including insulin (the hormone that is lacking in diabetic patients). Both dogs and cats can get pancreatitis. Pancreatitis can be acute (sudden) […]
Are Fleas Driving You Crazy?
Fleas are an ongoing problem in dogs and cats, not only in summer but in the cooler months as well, despite the development of newer, more effective flea treatments in recent years. The reason this is the case is because of the flea’s life cycle. Adult fleas live on dogs and cats and lay eggs. […]
Christmas Perils for Pets
Christmas is a time for families and friends to come together and spend quality time, this often includes our pets, but be aware that there are a lot of hidden dangers for our beloved pets around this time of year. The abundance of food can be a problem for our pets, especially if they love […]
How to Identify and Prevent Heat Stroke in Your Pets
Cats and Dogs don’t tolerate heat very well, because they don’t sweat like people do. They get rid of excess heat through panting and in a small degree through sweating through their foot pads.They can become overheated very easily if the environmental temperature is excessive, and certain conditions can make an animal more prone to […]