Dog
- May 18, 2022When winter comes around it can be easy to forget that your pets will need some extra TLC during the cooler months. Read our top 5 tips on how to keep your pets warm and safe in the colder weather.
- May 10, 2022
The Ultimate Guide to Paralysis Ticks
Worryingly, 82% of dog owners who live in regions where there are paralysis tick are not treating their pet correctly. However, 65% of pet owners living in paralysis tick areas think they are treating correctly.
- April 27, 2022
Reasons Your Puppy Might Be Growling at Strangers
Most puppies are friendly to everyone they meet, but there are also those that are cautious of strangers and may even growl at them. But what does this growling mean? - April 13, 2022
Anal Gland Disease In Dogs
How to identify, treat and prevent anal gland issues in your dog. That's right, it's time to leave your dogs anal gland problems BEHIND!
- April 04, 2022
How to Socialise Your COVID Puppy
Many families chose to welcome a new puppy during the COVID-19 pandemic, however due to social distancing and lockdowns, the puppy may have missed out on some socialisation opportunities. The good news is, it isn't too late to start socialising your COVID puppy.
- April 01, 2022
Help! My Dog Has a Hot Spot
A hot spot may start out as a small, red bump that can be mistaken for an insect bite but it will spread quickly as bacteria entering the wound makes it even itchier. If left untreated, the bacterial infection will spread deeper into the skin and the lesion can become thick and take on a plaque-like appearance.
- February 01, 2022
7 Ways to Spend Valentine's Day with Your Dog
Forget the chocolates and skip the flowers this Valentine’s Day and spend it with your one true love – your dog.
- January 27, 2022
6 Ways You're Confusing Your Dog
Imagine yourself in an unfamiliar country where you don't understand the language or know the customs. Isn't that a bit like being a dog in the human world? Despite their capacity for understanding us, many of your words and actions may cause confusion for your dog. Keep reading to find out six ways you might be confusing your pet.
- November 30, 2021
2021 Ultimate Christmas Checklist
With the silly season almost upon us once more, VetShopAustralia has created the ultimate list (and checked it twice) to ensure you and your pet are prepared this Christmas.
- October 18, 2021
5 Common Causes of Itching in Pets
Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD) is the most common skin disease seen in pets. An allergic reaction to flea saliva causes cats and dogs to itch, scratch and lick bites incessantly; creating a ceaseless cycle which is very painful.