Common Problems, Dogs, Pets, Spring, Summer Pets
Did you know that common pest repellents we use on ourselves are harmful to pets? Insect repellents that contain the following products can be toxic to pets, even fatal: DEET Citronella Eucalyptus oils Tea tree oil Many essential oils Never use a “dog-only”...
Common Problems, Dogs, Pets, Senior Pets
Brrrrrr! It’s furrreezing! The cooler weather is here, but what does this mean for our furry friends? Here’s a few tips to keep your pets happy and healthy throughout winter. 1. Continue to exercise your pet As dog owners, we know it’s our responsibility...
Common Problems, Dogs, Pets, Senior Pets
We often forget that our pets age seven times quicker than we do, but as our pets grow older they become increasingly prone to age-related diseases. It’s important to know of and keep an eye out for some key signs of ageing, as they can often be subtle....
Common Problems, Dogs, Pets
While Valentine’s Day is a day of celebration of love and gift-giving, particular things can be very dangerous to your pets. When surprising your loved one, be careful to avoid these common pet dangers to avoid a surprise visit to your local vet. 1. Flowers...
Common Problems, Dogs, Triage Talk
Meet Devon Devilish Devon the Dashaund felt like a naughty snack at tea time and decided to have some chocolate. At 10:15pm his owners called the Fur Life Vet clinic where our Vetriage nurse Erin consulted the chocolate toxicity calculator which indicated...
Common Problems, Dogs, Pets
Cane Toads are an extremely poisonous species. They are most prevalent in warmer months but can occur year round throughout Queensland. When a dog comes into contact with a Cane Toad the consequences can be deadly, so it is important to act quickly and know the signs,...
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