An amazing new inflatable veterinary hospital has been launched in South Australia ahead of the bushfire season. It is intended to help provide a place for SA Veterinary Emergency Management staff to work out of in the event of a bushfire. It will give them the ability to care for and save the lives of wildlife affected by fires, treating animals for burns, smoke inhalation and dehydration. The hospital can be set up in only ten minutes and is the first of its kind in Austral

With the summer holidays fast approaching and many pets going into boarding, now is the time to make sure your furry friend is up to date with their vaccinations. If they are overdue, they may require a booster vaccination so you need to get in early to avoid any headaches when it comes to admitting them to a cattery or a kennel. Why do we recommend vaccinating your pet? Vaccinations protect against fatal diseases: many diseases that are potentially dangerous to pets are comp

When it comes to your pet’s eyes, if you think you can see a problem, chances are, there probably is one. Eye issues can be serious and that's why it is always best to have your pet assessed as soon as possible if you notice anything out of the ordinary. Conditions such as conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers, uveitis and glaucoma can be very painful and if left untreated, can go downhill rapidly. Things to watch out for (pardon the pun!): 1. Squinting or excessive blinking 2. Swol

A big deal is often made about the flavour of a medication being the number one consideration when successfully medicating an animal. Many people think that if their cat likes chicken, cooked, raw or out of a tin, it will also like the medicines flavoured chicken, and sometimes that is the case. But have you even thought about chicken noodles actually tasting like chicken? Or banana lollies like a banana? They really don’t. Added flavours don’t necessarily smell or taste to y