Two reasons to take your cat to the vet if they lose their appetite

Posted on 26 February 2018

A cat's appetite can wax and wane, depending on their age, activity levels and overall health. However, if your cat has completely lost interest in food, it's important to take them to the vet for a check-up. Read on to find out why.  They could develop a taurine deficiency Cats need to consume adequate amounts of animal protein on a regular basis in order to stay healthy. The reason for this is that animal protein is a good source of an amino acid called taurine. [Read More]

Vet Emergency

Posted on 12 February 2018

Vet emergency services are very crucial when it comes to pets or livestock. You may have a pet or known someone who owns a pet. What you might not know is that your pet needs vet emergency services especially when you might suspect them of being ill due to something such as a snake bite. Vet emergency services are ideal because they are available at any time, day or night to cater for the needs of your pet. [Read More]

Pause For Paws: 3 Was To Protect Your Pet's Feet On A Hot Day

Posted on 1 February 2018

The hot days of summer are starting to bite in Australia. February is traditionally the warmest month before March arrives with a cool change. This time of year it is vital that you pause and think about protecting your pet's paws on a hot summer day. As the owner of a new puppy, you are probably unaware of how fast the hot pavement can damage the feet of your pet. Here's what you need to know about dog paw burns and how you can avoid them. [Read More]

Signs of Dental Diseases in Dogs

Posted on 29 January 2018

Pets depend on their human owners to ensure that they are healthy since the animal will not tell you that it has a problem. It is, therefore, your duty to ensure that the health of your dog is preserved. This article discusses some of the issues you should focus upon to detect the onset of dental diseases in your dog. The Dog's Appetite The eating habits of your dog can alert you to any dental diseases that may be developing. [Read More]

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Vet Care: Understanding Animal Health

As a pet owner, you will want to ensure that the animals you own are properly cared for. Failure to look after animals can cause them to develop serious health problems. I had always wanted to own a dog, but my parents wouldn't let me have one when I was growing up because my sister is allergic to dog hair. When I finally moved out, I decided that now was the time to visit the animal shelter so I could adopt a dog. I wanted to make sure I knew how to care for my pet so I book an appointment with my local vet. The vet was really nice and took the time to start teaching me everything I needed to know about dog care.

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