pet health
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2023-05-24
Tricks and Tips about Giving Medication to Pets
You may be a fortunate owner whose dog or cat acquiesces to taking medicine as prescribed. But there is some truth to the funny stories, images, and cartoons floating around the internet that show bloodied owners, triumphant pets, and spit-out pills. Learn from our vet...
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2023-05-24
Gastrointestinal upsets in pets – when to self-medicate and when to go to your vet
An upset stomach is one of the most common reasons for pets, esp dogs, to visit their veterinarian. However, not all gastrointestinal problems in pets are alike. While many digestive issues appear similar, there are actually many different causes and underlying health conditions (which range...
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2022-09-02
What the Flea - Protect your home
When it comes to pet’s parasites, it is extremely important to not just treat the parasites on/in your pet, but also the environment! To illustrate this, we will first discuss the problem of fleas in the environment. At the end of this article we will...
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2022-09-02
What the Flea - Protection for your lifestyle
As vets we often get asked which parasite preventative we recommend. As with most products, the answer depends on your pet, your budget and your lifestyle. How long does the product provide protection for? 1. Tick and flea shampoo – it only kills the adult...
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2021-09-27
Seasonal Allergies in Pets
Spring is here! As lovely as the warmer weather and the bright colours may be, this time of the year also brings out the dreaded seasonal allergies. From itchy eyes, runny noses and general discomfort, we as pet parents are not alone in feeling the...
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2021-05-04
Keeping your pet warm, happy and healthy this winter
Winter is coming! When you feel cold, chances are your pets are cold too! Here are some things to consider and tips for keeping your dog (and cat) warm, happy and healthy this winter: ● Certain animals are more affected by the cold than others...
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2021-03-23
Back to Basics – Part 2: How to choose the right diet for your pet
An apple a day keeps the doctor away ... and feeding your pet correctly can keep the vet away too! The tricky part is choosing the right diet for your pet with so many options on the market. Here are Dr Rouxlene’s easy tips for...
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2021-03-09
Back to Basics – Part 1: Preventative Health Care
The saying "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" certainly holds true when it comes to pet health. The cost of prevention (e.g. vaccination) is often a fraction of the cost of treating a problem or disease (e.g. Parvo-virus-infection in puppies). Early...
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