With Easter just around the corner I thought now was a good time to remind you all about how dangerous chocolate is for dog’s. Chances are you have heard that chocolate can kill dog’s and it’s not just an old wives tale, it is a fact! But why is chocolate so dangerous for dog’s? What makes chocolate dangerous for dogs? There are two dangerous compounds in chocolate that are toxic to dog’s and other pets. These are Theobromine and Caffeine, they are both members of the drug class Methylxanines. Theobromine is the most dangerous compound and is found in the cocoa beans that are used to make ..read more

It seems like there are always can toads in our yard! Here in Queensland cane toads a seen almost year round, except for maybe two months in the height of winter. They are definitely worse after rain or during the summer months but basically if you walk outside after dark be prepared to dodge the toads. Not only are they in our way (and make me cringe) but cane toads are a potential danger to our pets causing a possible fatal poisoning. Why are cane toads poisonous? These rather unattractive amphibians are a common cause of poisoning to dogs and less commonly cats. When toads feel threatened ..read more

As the world is crippled by the pandemic that is Coronavirus, COVID-19, what does this mean for companion animals and their owners? There are two big questions on pet owners’ minds; Can I catch coronavirus from my pet? and can my pet catch coronavirus from me?. Can you catch coronavirus COVID-19 from my pet? No, there is no evidence that you can catch COVID-19 from your companion animal. It does appear that the virus originated from an animal source in China but it is now a virus that is spreading from human to human.  Can you give coronavirus to your pet? Well it seems that yes ..read more

It’s Springtime, so this season don’t forget to treat and prevent those nasties that affect our pets. Flea infestations can have a detrimental affect on your pets health. Apart from being unbearably itchy the constant biting and rubbing can cause flea allergy dermatitis, broken skin and infections. A severe flea or tick infestation can cause a pet to become anemic and very ill.  The paralysis tick can be very dangerous when it attaches to a dog or cat. It affects the nervous system and causes paralysis, which if left untreated it can quickly lead to death. So what should you use to control the ..read more