Does your pet have a name tag on their collar? These are not just cute accessories! Having your pets name and your phone number on their collar is by far the quickest way for someone to return your pet to you. For example, if your pet is lost over a weekend or in the evening when all but the 24 hour vets are open, you and your pet could be waiting over night to be reunited. However, if there is a phone number on you pets collar.. you could be reunited far more quickly. Is you

Spring is here and with it myriad of spring babies from our wonderful wildlife! Unfortunately this time of year is very busy for us and the amazing wildlife carers as many baby animals become displaced, sick or injured. Each species has it's own unique requirements, this means that what we would do when we find a baby possum, isn't the same thing we need to do when we find a baby magpie and so on. The Wildlife Victoria website is some fantastic information on their website. M

Discussing euthanasia and when it's the right time is something we are no stranger to, however the topic of what to do with your other pets during the euthanasia is something I feel isn't spoken about enough. From my personal experience and the experience of the other staff in the clinic, we recommend having your other pets around during the euthanasia if at all possible. We are always more than happy for you to bring the whole family, humans and animals alike when it comes t

I came across the article the other day, and found it interesting reading! I thought you might too. How likely is my dog’s breed to go to the vet? At what age is my cat prone to hyperthyroidism? Has anyone ever named their pet ‘Prince Harry’? The answers to all of these questions and more can be found in the newly published Pet Health Monitor. Compiled by Australia’s leading pet insurance underwriter PetSure from almost three million insurance claims over five years, the repo

MANUKA HONEY How could we go past this ADORABLE little girl! Remember, if you think your pet should be our next Pet of the Month, please send your entries to info@oakleighcentralvet.com.at with 'Pet of the Month' in the subject line. Manuka loves socialising with her fur friends at her woofers vip park party’s weekly, she has many friends and loves the ball ️... she has so many toys. Our girl loves being chased around for hours on end and boy is she fast at running!! Is che

Spring brings about a myriad of hazards and one in particular is the use of snail (and slug) bait in the garden. Would you know what to watch out for? Signs of snail bait poisoning: - Excessive drooling - Anxiety and panting - Muscle tremors, twitching and restlessness - Rapid heart rate & panting - Vomiting & diarrhoea - Seizures The issue with snail bait is that the pellets look just like dog kibble, so dogs will often eat the pellets by mistake. As well as this, m

Have you ever wondered what you should you do if your furry friend is stung by a bee or a wasp? In most cases, there will be some swelling and tenderness at the sting site. It’s best to try to remove the tiny stinger as quickly as possible (although they can be hard to see). Apply a cold compress (damp towel) to reduce swelling. When do I need to seek veterinary advice? Pets that are licking the sting area constantly, are in pain (limping is common if stung on the paw), or ar

Spring is in the air, but with the warmer weather comes the inconvenient things that cause itchy skin! Fleas commonly set off an attack of the itches, but pets can also be allergic to grasses, trees, plant pollen, dust mites and moulds, as well as certain foods. What to watch out for Itchy dogs will bite, lick or scratch with their legs. Common itchy spots include the ears (recurrent ear infections are common), base of the tail, flanks, the feet, in between the toes, the armp

Let's get to know each other, well our pets at least! I think it is fair to say that the majority of us think our dogs, cats, chickens, guinea pigs, rabbits or whom ever else calls your place home are just that little bit cuter or more entertaining than everyone else's... So we thought we should start a Pet of the Month section in our newsletters. You'll have until the 25th of each month to enter your pet/s. Entries can be made by: 1. email info@oakleighcentralvet.com.au 2. P