Dogs misbehaving in the car can drive you around the bend! Solving travel turmoil with your pet means working out what's wrong first. This is not as difficult to cure as you may … [Read more...]
What you can do to prevent backyard poultry diseases
Common Diseases of Backyard Poultry The keeping of backyard poultry gives great enjoyment to many people. As more people in Victoria and other states purchase small acreages, … [Read more...]
Snakebites in Cats and Dogs
We often look forward to summer but unfortunately, warmer weather also brings with it the danger of snakes. Snake bites are a common cause of death in the warmer months of the … [Read more...]
Grooming Tips for Dogs
Grooming sessions can become a special bonding time between you and your dog and are also a good opportunity to check on your dog’s health. Look carefully for signs of fleas, … [Read more...]
Seasonal depression in dogs: Help your dog combat the winter blues
The chill of winter is in the air, so for many this means our dogs will be spending more time inside. The shorter daylight hours, coupled with the cold and wet often creates … [Read more...]
Crook Chooks
If you have never had chickens as pets then you are missing out on one of life's rich experiences. They are absorbing pets and produce consumable by-products! They are also easy … [Read more...]
Guinea pig skin conditions
How to treat guinea pig skin problems Many factors can cause skin problems in guinea pigs, including parasites, fungal infections, scurvy, barbering and abscesses. While some … [Read more...]
Feather Picking in Birds
Can't work out why your bird is plucking out its feathers? There could be many reasons. Parrots are especially prone to feather plucking and self-mutilation. Why is my bird … [Read more...]
Bone Groan: Arthritis in cats and dogs
Osteoarthritis in dogs and cats: What you can do If only our pets could talk! What messages do we miss by not being able to fully understand what they are thinking and feeling? … [Read more...]
Constipation in Cats
Is your cat having trouble doing his 'twos', straining at the 'back end' or completely 'bunged up'? Constipation is a relatively common problem in cats but if not treated or … [Read more...]