Desperate to take your puppy outside? Find out when it’s safe for you to take them on their first big adventure into the big, wide world. It’s hardly surprising that you want to take your puppy out to experience the wonders that exist beyond the confines of your home – to meet fellow puppies, break …
If you can’t resist those puppy dog eyes, you might have to look away while your puppy is being implanted with their microchip. But rest assured, there is little pain involved in the procedure, which is negligible compared to the heartache of losing your best mate. Inflicting discomfort upon your puppy goes against every fibre …
Most puppies will chew and swallow just about anything. Unfortunately, what they ingest can sometimes make them sick, and they may need to be taken to the vet. From toys to some human food, puppies notoriously eat things that are bad for them. We’ve all heard horror stories – puppies becoming ill and ending …
If you’re concerned that surgical desexing will transform your puppy’s personality, we have some good news. What is desexing? Desexing your puppy involves the removal of their reproductive system. Don’t panic – they will be under general anaesthetic while the procedure is performed and will be back to their energetic selves within a few days. …
Aaah, the festive season is upon us. We spend days traipsing around the country, struggling in the heat being overwhelmed by insects. Overindulging in rich foods, tied up in tinsel and kept wondering where the last piece of that Lego set got to. The Christmas holiday season can be very similar for our pets.
Puppy parasite prevention program; try saying that ten times fast! Looking after your puppy’s health is no joke though. Being a responsible pet owner means caring for your puppy by safeguarding them against dangerous parasites. Do vaccinations prevent parasites? As a good pet parent you will have taken your puppy in for their vaccinations, but …
Worms can seriously affect the health of your pet and family. Here are all the risks and the signs to look out for if you think your pet has worms. Intestinal worms are a common problem that can not only affect the health of your dog or puppy, but human members of your family, too. …
Fleas can live on your dog and in your environment. While the irritation of fleas is usually more noticeable in spring and summer, in warmer climates around Australia fleas can stay active all year round and are a common problem even for the most well-groomed dog. What are fleas? Fleas are small parasitic insects that …
Your puppy will be exposed to many dangerous diseases throughout their life. It is extremely important that you start vaccinating your puppy when they are young so that you can prevent them from ever contracting these serious, and potentially life-threatening illnesses. Common preventable diseases As your puppy’s immune system is still developing, they are more vulnerable …
Deciding on whether to have your pet desexed or not is a question that every pet parent asks. At Greencross Vets we do recommend that all pets be desexed. Not only are there are a number of health benefits but having your pet desexed also decreases the number of unwanted puppies and kittens that find …
