Nutritional Needs for Senior Pets
Unlock the secrets to feeding your senior pet for optimal health and happiness! Read our latest blog to find out their unique nutritional needs!
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Unlocking Holistic Healing: The Power of Acupuncture Therapy for Pets
At our clinic, we’re proud to offer acupuncture therapy led by our practitioner. We’ll explore the world of acupuncture and how it can benefit your pets.
Preparing Your Pet for the Holidays
The holiday season can sometimes be overwhelming for our pets. Here are some key points to consider when preparing your pet for the holidays.
Mandatory Vaccines for Dogs in Australia
Mandatory dog vaccines play a pivotal role in safeguarding the health of our canine friends and the community at large. Find out more in our latest blog article.
Winter-proofing Your Pets: Keeping Their Coats Glossy, Fluffy, and Fabulous!
Read our winter-proofing your pets guide where we provide expert advice on maintaining your pet’s coat and skin health throughout the chilly season
Top 5 Easter Pet Safety Tips for 2023
Easter is a time of joy for the whole family, even our pets. That’s why we made this list to keep your pets safe this Easter.
6 Tips for keeping your dog cool this summer
Many of us have experienced heatstroke, so it should come as no surprise that our little furry friends can experience it too. Heat strokes in any case can be potentially debilitating or even fatal.
Keeping your pets safe this Christmas
As the Christmas season draws near, pet owners need to be aware of the potential risks. Pet owners should take a few extra precautions to ensure their pets are safe and well these holidays.
Ticks on dogs and cats
Ticks on dogs and cats Over the last few weeks, a significant number of dogs and cats were affected by tick paralysis. It’s a tick season! An increase in paralysis tick patients can occur when there are minor weather changes, such as brief periods of rain followed by higher temperatures. What are ticks? Ticks are…
The importance of pet dental health and how to keep your pet’s teeth healthy
Why is dental health important for pets? Maintaining good dental hygiene is not only important for humans, but for pets as well. While most people are aware of the connection between human dental health and overall health, many do not realize that the same is true for their pets. In fact, approximately 80% of dogs…
What are the differences between a vet hospital and a vet clinic?
MyOwnVet is now a veterinary hospital! We went through a rigorous inspection and certification process to make sure that our practice is up to scratch and all veterinary hospital standards are not only fulfilled but also exceeded. Have you ever asked yourselves what the difference between a vet clinic and a vet hospital is? You…
Here are pet spring dangers that you need to know (2021)
With spring at our doorsteps, It is important to be aware of the hidden dangers that can come with the springtime bloom.
How you can prevent dental disease this August (Pet Dental Month)
This August is Pet Dental Month, meaning this is the perfect reminder to help make your pets smile shine. Get on top of your pets dental disease!
4 Ways to keep your pet’s weight healthy and under control
The pet obesity rate is growing to alarming numbers in Australia. This extra pet weight is a real problem for your dog or cat and can lead to health issues.
Pet winter tips to help protect your pet this season
Protect your pet this winter season! Winter is right on our doorstep, you may be getting ready with your best soup recipes or buying new clothes. While you are preparing for the winter, you should also think about your pet’s winter needs. Just like humans, your dog or cat may need some extra requirements when…
Benefits of desexing your pet
What is desexing Desexing is the sterilization of your pet via a surgical procedure. This procedure is completed while your buddy is anesthetized not being able to feel a thing. The sterilization of your pet is an irreversible process that removes any possibility of being able to reproduce from that point forward. How it’s…
How Heartworm treatment can be your pets valentines day gift
Heartworm treatment can save your pet! Heartworm is potentially fatal for dogs and cats. It only takes one bite from an infected mosquito for this disease to be transmitted. It first starts off in larvae form which doesn’t cause any risks on their own but grow into the adult form which can attack your pet’s…
Cane Toad Poisoning: How to know if your pet is poisoned
Cane toad poisoning seems to be more prevalent in dogs. The toxins to be quickly absorbed through their mouth with some rare cases causing death in 10 – 15 minutes after the initial exposure.
Treating your pet’s parasites: Heartworm disease
What is heartworm disease? Heartworm disease is a serious disease that can result in severe organ diseases such as lung disease and heart failure.
What is canine cough and how to prevent it
Canine cough is specific to dogs that is highly contagious and spreads through dog socialising such as dog shows, kennels and even obedience school classes.
How to help your pet cope when you return to work after lockdown
How to help your pet cope when you return to work after lockdown Whether we like it or not, we’re slowly getting back to a new ‘normal’, now with lockdown gradually being lifted. In reality, the ones to suffer most will be our furry friends who’ve become used to having us around 24/7. So, what…
Pets and Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to rise, our top priority is the health and safety of our community, staff, clients and pets. In order for us to stay open and available to help your pet, our veterinary team must stay safe and healthy. We have implemented additional precautionary measures to protect our staff and clients…
What you need to know about kidney disease in cats
There are some serious diseases that your cat can develop and kidney disease is one of them. That is why, as a pet owner, it is important to pay close attention to the first signs of this illness. What is kidney disease? Kidney (or renal) disease is a very serious and extremely common disease that…
The importance of dental care for your pet
From baby teeth to fully-grown (experienced) teeth, dental care is essential for your beloved furry friends’ health and overall well-being. In fact, maintaining proper oral hygiene will extend your pet’s life with several years if actively and consistently supported. Just think of all those smiles you cherish so much: is it not worth keeping them…
What you need to know about preventive care
Benjamin Franklin once said “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Nothing could be more valid than this statement when it comes to being vigilant and proactive with our beloved furry friends.
5 misconceptions about dogs
Whenever dogs wag their tail they are happy. Tail wagging is a form of communication for the dog to tell you how they feel. However, this is not just limited to happy emotions. The two most common reasons for a dog to wag its tail is either due to them being happy or nervous. Knowing…