Many feline veterinary specialists recommend a minimum of one annual wellness examination for cats, with more frequent examinations for senior and geriatric patients, or those cats with medical or behavioural conditions. Cats are masters at hiding illness and injury and their more sedentary nature, compared to dogs, means that signs of disease may be harder to detect.
Are you looking to get a new puppy or dog? There are a few things to consider in terms of choosing the right pet for you and your lifestyle. To learn more, speak to one of our friendly team at Sydney Animal Hospitals today.
Cat & Dog Desexing, Sydney. In male dogs and cats, the health benefits of desexing include a reduced risk of prostatic disease and perianal tumours, and it eliminates the risk of testicular cancer. Read more.
For dogs, barking is their key way to communicate. Dogs may bark to attract attention, or sometimes also if they are injured, feel unwell, or have canine senility. But sometimes barking can become a compulsive behaviour and be excessive – and this can be a nuisance. If your dog is barking and you are concerned that it may be anxious, injured or unwell, then seeking veterinary attention at the vet hospital is recommended. One of our veterinarians will examine your pet to investigate the issue further, to identify whether […]
Easter is known as a time for feasting and celebration, and many of us will be indulging over the long weekend with a tasty Easter egg or two. But if you have a pet pooch in your home, it’s important to be extra vigilant, because while Easter eggs are a tasty treat for humans, if your dog comes into contact with any leftovers, it can be a recipe for disaster. Why is chocolate bad for your dog? Ingredients found in chocolate – like caffeine and theobromine – are very […]
Heartworm in dogs is a potentially fatal disease that is transmitted from infected to uninfected dogs by mosquitoes. These mosquitoes inject a number of tiny worms (microfilaria) into the dog’s body which then mature into adult heartworm over about 6 months.
You may love your feline friend like they’re a member of the family, but that doesn’t mean you won’t get bitten from time to time – and often for no fault of your own. Never a pleasant experience – however small your cat is – a bite can be painful, and the first step to prevent unprovoked biting from your cat is to first understand why they do it. Biting from kittens There are several reasons why kittens tend to bite. The first reason is because of their innate nature. […]
Vomiting and diarrhoea are common reasons for pet owners to seek veterinary attention. The causes of vomiting and diarrhoea in pets are numerous and can be serious or relatively mild. Because there can be a number of possible causes of vomiting and diarrhoea in pets tests are often needed to determine the cause and therefore the treatment required. Significant vomiting and diarrhoea quickly leads to dehydration which can be life threatening – regardless of the underlying cause.
Update and a summary about canine leptospirosis cases in Sydney over the past few months. In August, four cases were identified – in Newtown, Crows Nest, Balmain and Paddington. The dog from Balmain made a full recovery. The other dogs sadly had to be euthanized. The dog from Paddington had been fully vaccinated against leptospirosis 10 months prior to presentation with the currently available vaccine (Protech® C2i, Boehringer Ingelheim, Australia) containing serovar Copenhageni. The causative serovar could not be determined, likely due to insufficient time for seroconversion.
The beautiful hot summer weather is here, and what better way to enjoy the sunshine than to get out and about in our local parks and beaches. Our pets love enjoying the outdoors just as much as we do, however there are some things we need to keep in mind to ensure the comfort and safety of our pets during the warmer months. Certain breeds of dogs and cats can be more affected by the heat, particularly those with shortened noses, and narrow airways such as Pugs and French Bulldogs, and also those with a heavy coat such as Huskies and Pomeranian breeds. It may be of benefit to consider having any long haired dogs or cats clipped by a groomer over summer as a preventative measure, this also makes tick searching much easier. Pugs, French Bulldogs and other short nosed breeds should be examined by a vet to ensure they do not have serious respiratory issues that may be affected by the heat.