Pet Care

There are three reasons why we recommend a full consultation and health check for every pet at the time of vaccination:
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If we surveyed pet owners about potential allergy symptoms in dogs and cats, most would list signs such as recurrent ear infections, generalised itchiness, paw licking, or tummy upset.
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Whilst most owners understand the impact of their pet's oral health on their general health and quality of life, many may still need clarification on the practical ways to achieve excellent pet dental hygiene.
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How many amazing medical skills and services do our veterinary hospitals have to offer? To show you, we’d like to tell the story of little Morris, who had an unfortunate run-in with a car.
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Our vets are passionate about joint comfort and good mobility for all pets! So, we’ve compiled a list of veterinary recommendations for keeping your pet’s joints in top form throughout their life.
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Ever feel overwhelmed when you start to peruse all the various dietary options on offer for dogs? Which is going to be the healthiest diet for your pet?
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Whether you’re purchasing a special breed pup or scouting out local rescues to adopt a canine companion, it’s important to research and plan for your future dog’s specific care needs.
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Trigger warning: this blog post discusses terminal illness in a pet. Frankie was a beautiful 11-year-old greyhound, who loved nothing …
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Whilst the summer holidays can be a wonderful time for us and our four-legged family members, there are a few seasonal hazards to avoid in order to keep your pet feeling merry too! Here are the seven rules for a safe and happy festive season for your pet.
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Imagine that you’re a dog. Your owner clips on your lead (exciting!), pops you into the car (woo hoo!), and …
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Jasper, a one-year-old Cocker Spaniel, just couldn’t stop licking at his paws. After a particularly sleepless and irritating night for …
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Is your senior dog or cat moving more slowly? Taking the stairs a bit more hesitantly? Or perhaps having trouble …
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Did you know that keeping your dog in a slim and fit body condition is actually associated with a reduced …
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It’s quite common for owners to find new lumps on their pets during routine grooming or cuddle-time and start feeling …
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Whilst our domesticated feline friends may like to think of themselves as little wild jungle cats, they still require our …
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Seeing your pet afflicted with any unwellness or injury can be very worrying and may leave you feeling helpless or …
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Regular veterinary care is important for keeping your pet in good health. During your pet’s six-monthly veterinary health checks, we …
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Two years ago, a couple of days after Christmas, Pepper seven-year-old female Schnauzer was acting quieter than usual. She had …
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Did you know that many cases of feline anxiety may sadly go unrecognised?  This is because cats, not being pack …
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Has your pet been diagnosed with an underlying allergy as the cause of their recurrent ear or skin irritation?  Whilst …
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Signs of poor digestive health in your dog or cat can be uncomfortable for your pet and be a cause …
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Like us, our pets can unfortunately fall victim to the ‘middle-aged spread’ and put on weight. This occurs due to …
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There’s a lot to love about welcoming a particular breed of dog or cat into your family. Whilst there is …
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Vaccinations are vital Regularly vaccinating your pet is important to protect them against various potentially fatal or debilitating infectious diseases. …
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Keeping our pets happy and healthy is a top priority, so having a good handle on routine preventative health care …
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Many common veterinary treatments, such as worming products and antibiotics, require owners to regularly administer oral medications to their pet. …
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We all love spending time outdoors on these long summer days, and our pets are no exception! The increased activity …
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Holidaying with your pet Is your pet joining you for a Christmas holiday trip? Here are some basic pet travel …
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With increasing day length and warmer weather, most of us, including our pets, will be enjoying more time spent outdoors. …
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20% off Hill’s skin and food sensitive diets! For the months of October and November 2020, we are offering 20% …
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A urine test is a simple and effective method for us to check the health of your pet’s urinary system. …
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The development of dental disease in pets can be affected by the animal’s breed, oral anatomy, diet and age. Dental …
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Following yesterday’s announcement by the Victorian Government, we can now say with certainty that we will remain open during the …
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Thanks to better nutrition, disease prevention and proper home care, cats are now living longer than ever before. Senior cats …
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At some point in your pet’s life, they will probably experience a gastrointestinal upset. Symptoms may include vomiting, diarrhoea and …
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“Oh no! My dog isn’t a footballer but could he have just ‘done his knee?”  One of the most common …
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COVID-19 has changed the way we go about our lives and will continue to for many months. When it comes …
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During this constantly evolving situation regarding COVID-19, the safety of our clients, patients and team members is our highest priority. …
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In recent weeks we’ve noticed an increase in the number of Giardia cases in dogs and cats in our community, …
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As we reach the peak of summer we welcome long hot days and balmy nights. It’s the best time of …
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We’d like to help make sure your pet stays happy and healthy this silly season so here’s a list we’ve …
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Vaccination is one of the most powerful tools we utilise to help keep your pet healthy. Vaccinations are safe. They …
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It’s Spring, the season of adorable baby animals, and that means kittens are going to be out in abundance! Already, …
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Pardon the pun, but you don’t have to be blind to see that your pet’s eyes are very important! Eye …
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If your pet is thirstier than usual it could be a sign of kidney disease. The increase in thirst may …
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You don’t need us to tell you that an episode of itchy and scratchy can be extremely frustrating for your …
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There’s no doubt about it when it comes to dental disease it can really stink! But don’t be tempted to …
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When it comes to your pet, you might think that carrying a few extra kilos isn't a big deal. Unfortunately, overweight pets are at an increased risk of developing a host of diseases such as: arthritis, heart disease, respiratory disorders and diabetes.
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Did you know that around 40% of dogs in Australia are overweight or obese? This shocking number is unfortunately one …
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In December, our Endeavour Hills vet sees a lot of patients with tummy upsets which can often be traced back to …
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