When it comes to serious diseases that affect dogs, cats and even humans, rabies  is one of the most feared around the world. It’s a deadly virus that has existed for thousands of years — but here in Australia, we’re one of the few countries that can proudly say we’re rabies-free . Let’s look at what rabies is, why it’s so dangerous, and why Australian pet owners can rest easy knowing we don’t need to vaccinate our pets against it. What Is Rabies? Rabies is a viral disease th

You may have heard of FIV , or Feline Immunodeficiency Virus , often described as the feline version of HIV in humans. While the two viruses are not the same and FIV cannot infect people, the effects on cats can be serious. The good news is that an FIV vaccine  is available in Australia to help protect at-risk cats. Let’s look at what FIV is, how it spreads, and when vaccination might be recommended for your cat. What Is FIV? Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) is a slow-acti

If you’ve ever heard your dog let out a deep, hacking cough that sounds a bit like they’re trying to clear their throat, you might have wondered if it’s kennel cough . While that’s the common name most people know, veterinarians now refer to it as canine cough —because your dog doesn’t need to go near a kennel to catch it! Canine cough is a highly contagious respiratory infection  that spreads easily between dogs, and vaccination plays a key role in keeping your dog healthy.

Vaccinating your cat is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect them from serious infectious diseases. Even indoor cats...

Vaccinations are one of the most important parts of keeping your dog healthy. They protect against highly contagious and potentially...