Articles in Pet Health
Acupuncture has been used in animals for around 4500 years, with the earliest recorded Chinese medical text compiled between 305-204 B.C. Since then the Chinese have modified and some would say perfected this ancient art …
Diabetes is caused by a relative or absolute insulin deficiency. Insulin is produced by the pancreas, and is necessary to allow glucose to be utlilised as an energy source by all the cells in the …
To avoid heartache this season, consider your furry friends and the many dangers around that could land you in the veterinary hospital.
1. Cats love to climb christmas trees, and will often eat ornaments, particularly tinsel. …
Diabetes is caused by a relative or absolute insulin deficiency. Insulin is produced by the pancreas, and is necessary to allow glucose to be utlilised as an energy source by all the cells in the …
Pancreatitis can be a severe potentially life threatening condition that can affect both dogs and cats. The following is a brief outline of the disease.
What does the pancreas do?
The pancreas has two main functions:
to produce …
It’s not surprising that most cats learn to fear the cat carrier. It always seems to be associated with a trip in the car, and that car trip often ends at the vet clinic. The …
Does your dog get distressed with loud noises such as storms and fireworks? Do you dread storm season in Sydney and have trouble enjoying the fireworks at New Years because you are worried about your …
Just like us, dogs love the taste of chocolate. However this is one treat you simply cannot give them.
Chocolate is very toxic to dogs. This is because it contains the chemicals Caffeine and Theobromine. Unlike …
“Ella and Polar” Talk About
Desexing in Dogs and Cats
Desexing in the female dog or cat means the removal of the ovaries and uterus (ovariohysterectomy). Desexing in the male dog and cat means the removal of …
Permethrin (Flea Product) Toxicity in Cats
Permethrin products are common flea and tick treatments, primarily recommended for use in dogs. These products can be fatal to cats if applied directly to them by mistake or even …
