Pet Care

12 October 2023
There are three reasons why we recommend a full consultation and health check for every pet at the time of vaccination:
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14 September 2023
If we surveyed pet owners about potential allergy symptoms in dogs and cats, most would list signs such as recurrent ear infections, generalised itchiness, paw licking, or tummy upset.
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14 August 2023
Whilst most owners understand the impact of their pet's oral health on their general health and quality of life, many may still need clarification on the practical ways to achieve excellent pet dental hygiene.
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Understanding blood and urine tests
8 June 2023
How many amazing medical skills and services do our veterinary hospitals have to offer? To show you, we’d like to tell the story of little Morris, who had an unfortunate run-in with a car.
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11 May 2023
Our vets are passionate about joint comfort and good mobility for all pets! So, we’ve compiled a list of veterinary recommendations for keeping your pet’s joints in top form throughout their life.
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17 April 2023
Ever feel overwhelmed when you start to peruse all the various dietary options on offer for dogs? Which is going to be the healthiest diet for your pet?
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9 March 2023
Whether you’re purchasing a special breed pup or scouting out local rescues to adopt a canine companion, it’s important to research and plan for your future dog’s specific care needs.
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8 February 2023
Trigger warning: this blog post discusses terminal illness in a pet. Frankie was a beautiful 11-year-old greyhound, who loved nothing …
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11 January 2023
Is your pet a bit of a “nervous nellie”? Pet anxiety can be a worrying issue for pet owners, not to mention the pets themselves!
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14 December 2022
Whilst the summer holidays can be a wonderful time for us and our four-legged family members, there are a few seasonal hazards to avoid in order to keep your pet feeling merry too! Here are the seven rules for a safe and happy festive season for your pet.
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14 November 2022
Imagine that you’re a dog. Your owner clips on your lead (exciting!), pops you into the car (woo hoo!), and …
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14 September 2022
Jasper, a one-year-old Cocker Spaniel, just couldn’t stop licking at his paws. After a particularly sleepless and irritating night for …
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13 July 2022
Is your senior dog or cat moving more slowly? Taking the stairs a bit more hesitantly? Or perhaps having trouble …
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14 June 2022
Did you know that keeping your dog in a slim and fit body condition is actually associated with a reduced …
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23 May 2022
It’s quite common for owners to find new lumps on their pets during routine grooming or cuddle-time and start feeling …
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29 March 2022
Seeing your pet afflicted with any unwellness or injury can be very worrying and may leave you feeling helpless or …
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28 February 2022
Regular veterinary care is important for keeping your pet in good health. During your pet’s six-monthly veterinary health checks, we …
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9 December 2021
Two years ago, a couple of days after Christmas, Pepper seven-year-old female Schnauzer was acting quieter than usual. She had …
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4 November 2021
Did you know that many cases of feline anxiety may sadly go unrecognised?  This is because cats, not being pack …
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25 June 2021
Like us, our pets can unfortunately fall victim to the ‘middle-aged spread’ and put on weight. This occurs due to …
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28 April 2021
There’s a lot to love about welcoming a particular breed of dog or cat into your family. Whilst there is …
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23 March 2021
Vaccinations are vital Regularly vaccinating your pet is important to protect them against various potentially fatal or debilitating infectious diseases. …
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23 February 2021
Keeping our pets happy and healthy is a top priority, so having a good handle on routine preventative health care …
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15 January 2021
Many common veterinary treatments, such as worming products and antibiotics, require owners to regularly administer oral medications to their pet. …
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14 November 2020
Holidaying with your pet Is your pet joining you for a Christmas holiday trip? Here are some basic pet travel …
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12 November 2020
We are very pleased to announce our sponsorship of Templestowe Valley Preschool’s aquarium. Staff at Templestowe Valley have found that …
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30 October 2020
With increasing day length and warmer weather, most of us, including our pets, will be enjoying more time spent outdoors. …
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12 October 2020
20% off Hill’s skin and food sensitive diets! For the months of October and November 2020, we are offering 20% …
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11 August 2020
The development of dental disease in pets can be affected by the animal’s breed, oral anatomy, diet and age. Dental …
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6 August 2020
Following yesterday’s announcement by the Victorian Government, we can now say with certainty that we will remain open during the …
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30 July 2020
Thanks to better nutrition, disease prevention and proper home care, cats are now living longer than ever before. Senior cats …
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3 March 2020
As February features its heart-focussed Valentine’s Day, we thought that this month would be the perfect time to talk about …
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2 March 2020
In recent weeks we’ve noticed an increase in the number of Giardia cases in dogs and cats in our community, …
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29 January 2020
As we reach the peak of summer we welcome long hot days and balmy nights. It’s the best time of …
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Christmas dog hiding under blanket
16 December 2019
We’d like to help make sure your pet stays happy and healthy this silly season so here’s a list we’ve …
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20 November 2019
Vaccination is one of the most powerful tools we utilise to help keep your pet healthy. Vaccinations are safe. They …
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28 October 2019
It’s Spring, the season of adorable baby animals, and that means kittens are going to be out in abundance! Already, …
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18 October 2019
Pardon the pun, but you don’t have to be blind to see that your pet’s eyes are very important! Eye …
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19 September 2019
If your pet is thirstier than usual it could be a sign of kidney disease. The increase in thirst may …
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16 August 2019
You don’t need us to tell you that an episode of itchy and scratchy can be extremely frustrating for your …
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18 July 2019
When it comes to your pet, you might think that carrying a few extra kilos isn't a big deal. Unfortunately, even slightly overweight pets are at an increased risk of developing a host of diseases such as arthritis, heart disease, respiratory disorders and diabetes.
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13 June 2019
When it comes to your pet, you might think that carrying a few extra kilos isn't a big deal. Unfortunately, even slightly overweight pets are at an increased risk of developing a host of diseases such as arthritis, heart disease, respiratory disorders and diabetes.
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23 January 2019
Registering your cat or dog helps in ensuring they can be located quickly if they ever go missing. When your …
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19 December 2018
What is your New Year’s resolution? For many of us, it’s weight loss. While our personal health is incredibly important, …
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13 December 2018
During summer, most of our pet patients visit our Templestowe veterinary clinic because they have been overexposed to the harsh …
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30 November 2018
As we head into summer, it’s important to know the risks that the hot weather will present to your cat, …
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30 October 2018
Spring season is allergy season for pets so keep an eye out for skin irritations and inflammation, excessive scratching and …
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12 October 2018
Good dental health is important for dogs at every age. Unfortunately, around 80% of dogs over the age of three …
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24 September 2018
Pet surgery can understandably be a stressful time for owners. If your pet is due for surgery, you might be …
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19 September 2018
By now, most dog owners are aware that their pet can’t eat chocolate or drink alcohol or caffeine. However, there …
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