Prepare for hot weather
We know seeing posts about the extreme weather must be feeling a little like a broken record by now. But we have the same feeling seeing dogs being walked and cats out during this heat. [...]
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Dental care
Recently we had a visit from a gorgeous Greyhound named Barklee who needed her teeth cleaned. Barklee is only 3 years old and doesn’t like to chew bones or treats. Her family noticed her teeth [...]
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12:32 am
Overweight pets
We see a large amount of pets that we would class as either overweight or obese. For a lot of people, giving their pets extra food or treats is a way to express their love [...]
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Arthritis in winter
As the temperature drops, it’s really important to make sure your pets stay warm and comfortable. If it’s too cold for you to sleep outside, it’s too cold for them. There are breeds of dogs [...]
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9:49 am
Bees aren’t always your dog’s friend
Oh no! Looks like someone tried to befriend a bee. If you are noticing sudden swelling and irritation in your pet, it's always best to head straight to a vet.
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4:03 am
Tips on how to prevent heat stoke in your dog
We are seeing a number of dogs coming in to the clinic suffering from life threatening heat exhaustion now that the hot weather has settled.
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9:53 am
Grass seeds in dogs
The grass seed in this picture was removed from a dog’s ear, ouch! We see grass seeds in dogs daily during spring and summer.
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Snake season has begun
Snake season has begun here at Hobsons Bay Vet Clinic. With the warmer spring weather finally looming so do snakes. Snakes bring no harm, however if threatened will bite any curious cat or dog.
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The best bones for your pooch
We always recommend regular raw bones to keep your pet's teeth clean. However it's important to feed suitable raw bones for your breed of dog to prevent dental injuries