March 2021 Newsletter

Dear Clients,

With Easter coming up, it’s important to be aware of the risks and symptoms of chocolate toxicity in pets. Chocolate toxicity is the biggest threat to pets, and the sultanas, currants or raisins in hot cross buns can also be toxic. If you suspect your pet has ingested chocolate or raisins and they are showing symptoms such as vomiting, frequent urination or weakness or just aren’t acting like themselves, contact us or your closest emergency vet as soon as possible.

This month we also look at keeping indoor cats happy, treating anal gland disease which can cause “scooting” behaviour in dogs and cats, and caring for birds during a moult.

Pet Care Articles

Chocolate Toxicity in Animals

Chocolate can be a killer! Although chocolate is one of our favourite treats, it contains a substance that is toxic to animals. Toxicity, or poisoning, is most common in dogs because of their habit of rapid consumption, but it may also affect cats and other pets.

Have We Seen Your Cat Lately?

Regular veterinary care is the best way to keep cats healthy and happy. There are 3.8 million cats in Australia, but they are less likely to receive regular health checks than dogs. Unfortunately some misconceptions still exist regarding cats and how often they should visit the vet.

Keeping Indoor Cats Happy

With cat owners increasingly advised to keep their cats inside, both for the welfare of wildlife and the cats themselves, many cats nowadays are confined in flats or houses. The main issue with keeping a cat inside is behavioural problems related to boredom.

Anal Gland Disease and Its Treatment

Anal gland disease is a common and distressing condition in pets and often causes of ‘scooting’ behaviour, where a dog or cat drags its derriere along the carpet.

Moulting in Caged Birds

Your birds are going through a moult, there are lots of lost feathers in your flights and everything looks a little shabby for a while... but is it really that big a deal? The answer is a very simple and clear YES.