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Oct 18, 20212 min read

The dangers of throwing sticks for your dog

We all know that playing fetch with our dogs is super fun and rewarding. It is almost an innate response to playing with our pups. We...

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Tips to keep your pet safe this Halloween

Dr Cori

Oct 17, 20213 min read

Tips to keep your pet safe this Halloween

Halloween is just around the corner, and with it’s fun festivities comes several risks to our fur baby pets. It is important to preempt...

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Elanco

Sep 13, 20217 min read

The Flea Lifecycle

If you understand this lifecycle of fleas it will really help you get rid of them sooner and explain why it can be normal to occasionally...

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Dr Kerri

Aug 17, 20212 min read

What to feed your rabbit

Rabbits have complex digestive systems, and making sure your rabbit is getting the correct diet is essential for their health. The...

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Dr Kerri

Aug 11, 20212 min read

Does your dog snore?

Ever wondered why your pet Pug is a chronic snorer, or is a constant noisy breather ? Well, it is likely down to their anatomy. Flat...

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Dr Kerri

Aug 2, 20214 min read

Cruciate disease in dogs

What is Cruciate disease ? The cruciate ligaments are important stabilising ligaments of the knee (stifle) joint. The Stifle joint is...

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Dr Kerri

Jul 8, 20212 min read

Probiotics for Pets

What are they? Probiotics are live microbes, comprising of “good” bacteria and yeast species, which are provided at functional doses as...

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Dr Cori

Apr 9, 20212 min read

Cats get sunburn too

Cats love to sit in the sunshine. For many to sit and look out of the window at the passers-by or to lie in that one particularly sunny...

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Dr Kerri

Mar 7, 20213 min read

Anal Gland Issues

What are anal glands? Anal glands are two small glands that sit inside, below and either side of the anus, at above the 4 o’clock and 8...

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Dr Kerri

Feb 27, 20213 min read

When to say Goodbye.

Owning a pet is one of the best joys in life, they bring us so much happiness with years of love and affection. These times we want to be...

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Dr Kerri

Feb 3, 20213 min read

Husbandry of Chickens: part 2

Backyard chickens are becoming increasingly popular, with people wanting to raise their own poultry for egg collection, breeding and...

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Dr Kerri

Feb 3, 20212 min read

Husbandry of Chickens: part 1

Backyard chickens are becoming increasingly popular, with people wanting to raise their own poultry for egg collection, breeding and...

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Dr Kerri

Jan 20, 20213 min read

How to pet proof your garden!

The kiwi summer is in full swing, we all love getting outside with our pet at home, relaxing and playing in the garden. Dogs and cats are...

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Dr Cori

Jan 5, 20212 min read

Karaka Berry Toxicity in Dogs

From January to April, dogs are at risk of Karaka Berry poisoning. Karaka berries come from the Karaka tree. This tree grows roughly 15...

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Dr Cori

Dec 19, 20203 min read

Beat the heat this summer.

Summer is a glorious time of year. Beautiful weather gets us outdoors and active. Be it walks on the beach, camping or even more...

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Dr Cori

Dec 7, 20203 min read

Ten tips for pet owners this Christmas

Christmas is one of our favourite times of year. The month of December can fly by so it can be helpful to take a moment to think about...

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Grape, raisin and currant toxicity in dogs

Dr Cori

Nov 13, 20203 min read

Grape, raisin and currant toxicity in dogs

Currants, raisins and grapes both with and without seeds are toxic to dogs. Foods containing these items such as mince pies, Christmas...

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Dr Cori

Oct 28, 20203 min read

Is my pet overweight?

Pet obesity is a growing concern amongst our pets. Its estimated around 30% of our canine population are overweight. Whilst a few extra...

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Dr Cori

Oct 18, 20203 min read

My cat's not using the litterbox!

Any toileting activity that is not in the litter box is considered ‘inappropriate elimination’ This is often a frustrating issue for cat...

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Dr Cori

Oct 2, 20202 min read

Cat bite abscess.

Cats who are allowed outside access or share a home with another cat are at risk of cat bites through fighting. Cats are territorial and...

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