Did you know that there are dog blood donors? In fact, many veterinary hospitals are establishing donor programs for locally sourced blood. Want to help? Kristie Bradfield explains how It’s a scary thing to consider, but during the course of your dog’s life it is highly likely that they will need a blood transfusion. They […]
Veterinarians are warning dog owners about the dangers lurking in the backyard, with the popular Brunfelsia flower topping the list. Commonly known as Yesterday-Today-Tomorrow (Brunfelsia bonodora), this plant is beautiful but deadly. Dr Fiona Park, Internal Medicine Specialist from the Animal Referral Hospital in Sydney, reported an increased number of Brunfelsia poisoning cases over the […]
There’s no denying we love our dogs. Unfortunately, when it comes to food we might be loving them a bit too much. Krissy Bradfield takes a look at the pet Nutrition Toolkit and investigates how it will help vets and owners. It probably comes as no surprise that most dog owners are confused about canine […]
The word might sound funny, but zoonosis — a disease that can be transferred from animal to human — can be quite serious. Kylie Baracz reports. We share a lot of things with our pets — love, cuddles, the occasional piece of food that “falls off” our plate — but did you know we can […]
Separation anxiety in dogs has become a huge problem in today’s busy society. Michele Tydd finds out what the signs are and how you can stop this behaviour in its tracks. Dog whisperer Sandra Mullaly says she keeps a fading picture of her Old English sheepdog, Shandon, as a poignant reminder of how easy it […]
Aah-choo! If spring and summer set you sneezing, spare a thought for those dogs battling allergies all year round, writes Laura Greaves. For many people, sneezing, red eyes and itching are a cross to bear every spring but Chase isn’t a person, he’s a five-year-old Hungarian Vizsla — and he has to put up with […]
When you look at Wally, it’s hard to imagine this 10-year-old Shih-Tzu cross Poodle was paralysed four months before with Coonhound paralysis. Today, he is full of beans, running around Sydney’s waterside suburb of Balmain as if to celebrate his new-found freedom. Wally’s diagnosis with Coonhound disease In March last year, Wally was diagnosed with […]
Whether it is your dog’s first time or a regular vet check-up, a visit to the vet can be a daunting experience. Kylie Baracz discovers why they are crucial and how to make your dog feel comfortable. Regular health assessments for our pets ensure good health is maintained and are essential for early identification of […]
Watching your dog suffer an epileptic seizure can be a terribly traumatic event. Tim Falk discovers how epilepsy affects our four-legged friends and examines what can be done to manage the condition. When Katarina Behan was woken at 5am one morning by the sound of loud banging, she thought there was an intruder in her […]
Not sure what to do with your dog this summer? Why not check out these exciting dog sports, writes Kylie Baracz.
