Pet Doctors Vet Blog
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Dr Peter Brown founded Pet Doctors and has created a local vet with a supportive family atmosphere, state of the art facilities and a veterinary team who treat your pets as they would their own. Read helpful articles on pet care on our Pet Doctors Vet Blog. Read all about ticks, fleas, recommended pet products and more!
Pet Doctors Vet Blog
1y ago
Dental disease is one of the most common problems we see in veterinary practice. While a regular check-up with us will help to identify any dental issues your pet might be hiding, there are a few things you can look …
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Pet Doctors Vet Blog
1y ago
Pet desexing of male and female animals (castration and ovariohysterectomy) are two of the most common procedures we perform in veterinary practice. It’s a good idea to desex your pet if you don’t have the time, knowledge or finances to …
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1y ago
It is entertaining to watch, and many people wonder what it means. Well, it might surprise you to know that your pooch may have a good reason for tail chasing. To Please You When you react favourably to something that …
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1y ago
If you’ve noticed that your pet has a new lump, especially if it is growing quickly or causing discomfort, we recommend booking a consultation with our veterinary team for a proper assessment to test a lump. With physical examination and …
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1y ago
“What is the best food for my pet?” There is often no perfect diet to suit every pet, however there are some things to keep in mind when choosing a type of pet food for your furry friend. Here’s some …
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Pet Doctors Vet Blog
1y ago
Uh oh! You were having a lovely cuddle with your pet when you felt a small lump on their skin… what could it be, and does it warrant a vet visit? Here’s what to do when there are skin lumps …
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1y ago
Whipworms (trichuriasis) are intestinal parasites that are most commonly found in dogs, and sometimes in cats. They are relatively small with a maximum length of 5-8 cms and are called whipworms for their thin, whip-like front end that carries a …
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1y ago
There are countless reasons why your pet might stop eating and several important indicators to see when your pet’s appetite is “off”. For example, if he eats, how quickly he eats, if he seems interested in eating to only walk …
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1y ago
Is your pet up-to-date with a thorough routine of external parasite prevention? Depending on your dog or cat’s home environment and lifestyle, common parasites that could hitch a harmful ride on your pet include fleas, paralysis ticks, brown ticks and …
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1y ago
When our pets are suffering from tummy troubles, we empathise with them and want to relieve their troubles as soon as possible (even if we’re pretty sure their symptoms are the result of some cheeky food scrap stealing). However, it …
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