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Pet Grooming For Seniors: Specialised Care For Ageing Pets
Senior pets may face challenges that can make grooming more complex than it was in their younger years. While grooming remains essential for maintaining a pet’s appearance, it also plays a role in managing their overall well-being as they age. In this blog, we’ll explore how senior pets’ grooming needs
Dog Walking Tips and Training
Walking your dog is about more than just physical exercise; it’s a key part of their mental and emotional health, too. These outings not only strengthen the bond you share with your pet but also offer them a chance to explore and interact with the world, aiding in their overall
When To Take Your Puppy To The Vet
Bringing a new puppy into your home is an exciting journey filled with cuddles, playful moments and the joy of watching them discover the world. However, it’s also a time when you, as a pet parent, need to be vigilant about their health and well-being. Knowing when to take your
Anxiety And Depression In Dogs: Causes, Symptoms And Ways To Provide Support
When we think of our canine companions, we often picture them as bundles of joy and energy, always ready for a game of fetch or a walk in the park. However, just like humans, dogs can experience complex emotions, including anxiety and depression. These issues are more than just temporary
Is Fish Oil Good For Arthritis In Dogs?
Have you ever wondered if there’s a natural way to ease your furry friend’s arthritis pain? As our beloved dogs grow older, arthritis can become a challenging reality, affecting their mobility. But what if the solution could be as simple as a supplement found in your kitchen? In this blog,
Puppy’s First Vet Visit: A New Pet Parent’s Checklist
Bringing a new furry friend into your life is an exciting journey, but it also comes with responsibilities. One of the first stops on this journey is a visit to the vet. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the importance of your puppy’s first vet visit, the importance
How Do I Know If My Pet Has Arthritis
As a pet owner, watching your furry friend age can be a bittersweet experience. While they may become more docile and cuddlier, age can also bring about health challenges. One such challenge many pets face, especially dogs, is arthritis. But how can you tell if your pet is suffering from
Understanding And Tackling Canine Constipation: A Guide For Dog Owners
As responsible and loving dog owners, we often find ourselves worrying about our pets’ well-being. One common, yet often overlooked health issue in dogs is constipation. Is your dog struggling with irregular bowel movements or showing signs of discomfort while defecating? This guide aims to shed light on the causes
Purrfect Smile: A Guide To Your Cat’s Dental Health
There’s nothing like coming home after a long day to be greeted by the comforting purr and warm cuddle of your furry friend. Your pet cat is not just an animal; it’s part of your family. And like every family member, its health, including dental health, is of paramount importance.
Heatstroke In Dogs: Prevention, Early Signs & Treatment
Summer is a great time to take your pet out for a walk or a run, but as the temperature rises, so does the risk of heatstroke in dogs. Heatstroke is a dangerous condition that can lead to multiple organ failure, seizures and even death if not treated promptly. However,
What Every Dog Owner Should Know About Canine Distemper
Canine distemper is a serious, potentially life-threatening virus that affects millions of dogs around the world every year. While it’s preventable with a vaccine, it’s important to know what you’re up against so you can protect your doggo. If you’re a responsible pup parent and want to safeguard against distemper,
Puppy Socialisation Dos & Don’ts
Are you the proud new owner of a furry little puppy? Congratulations! You’re in for a lot of love (and maybe a little bit of mischief). An important part of being a responsible pet parent is socialising your puppy, so they grow up to be confident and well-adjusted. Luckily, we’ve
Important Steps To Take After Adopting A Rescue Dog
Adopting a rescue dog is a special thing to do. It helps to complete your family and give another chance to a dog who might not have had the best life. Moving them to their forever home can be a major adjustment, but there are things you can do to
How Do Dogs Get Parvovirus & How To Cure It?
Parvovirus is a scary disease to encounter in your dog. Read on to find out more about its symptoms and how you can prevent it from affecting your pet. Table of Contents What is parvovirus? Parvovirus, otherwise known as the shortened term of parvo, is a harmful virus that attacks
Desexing Dogs: What You Need To Know
Desexing is a surgical procedure that prevents dogs from being able to reproduce. It’s performed on both female and male dogs and has many benefits for your pet’s overall health. This blog will cover why you should get your dog desexed, what happens during surgery and when it’s best to
How To Tell If Your Dog Has Been Bitten By A Snake
Snake bites are second only to road trauma as the most common cause of violent death among dogs in Australia. As many as 60,000 dogs across the country are bitten by a snake each year. Wondering how you can tell if your dog’s been bitten by a snake, and what
How Do Dogs Get Heartworm? Signs, Treatment & Prevention
If you’re a dog owner, you’ve likely heard about heartworm. What is it, how do you detect it in your dog, and how can it be treated and prevented? Read on for some helpful information. Table of Contents What is heartworm? Heartworm is a parasite living in your dog’s heart
If Your Cat Is Vomiting: What It Means & What You Should Do
It’s always concerning when your cat is unwell. With no way to communicate with us what the problem is, it can be difficult to decipher what exactly is wrong and how to help. Vomiting is an instant red flag that something is wrong, but how do you know if it’s
Rabies In Dogs: Symptoms, Transmission and Vaccine
There’s nothing scarier than realising that your beloved dog isn’t acting like themselves or is showing signs that something isn’t quite right. When this happens, you understandably want to know what is going on, fast. This is especially true if your dog has been bitten by a wild animal or
The 6 Most Common Diseases In Dogs And How Dangerous They Are
Just like kids, dogs can and often do get sick. Any responsible dog owner knows that a big part of keeping your pet healthy and safe is to ensure that you know which diseases are prevalent in dogs. As a dog owner, it’s so important to recognise the signs that
When And Why Your Puppy Should Start Preschool
Bringing home a new puppy is such an exciting time. They’re adorable and can bring so much love and joy into your household. But, it can also take a lot of work to ensure that they are trained and socialised properly so that they end up being well-rounded and well-socialised
Signs And Treatments Of Dental Disease In Dogs
Smelly breath in dogs is not normal, despite at least 80% of dogs developing some form of periodontal disease as they age. Dental health plays a massive part in your pet’s overall health, so it’s essential to keep their teeth healthy too. While smelly dog breath might be unpleasant, it
How To Choose The Right Food For Your Dog
If you have recently become a dog parent, you need to know their unique food needs. One of the best ways to look after your pet is to make sure it has a good diet, and while dogs can have some human foods, special dog food is best. However, every
Dog Pregnancy: How Long, Symptoms & Checkups
Whether you intentionally breed your dog, or she has unexpectedly become pregnant, there are lots of questions you might have. Intact (unspayed) female dogs usually go into heat every six months. During this time they go through different stages of their reproductive cycle. They can fall pregnant if they mate
How To Train Your Puppy To Stop Biting And Chewing
There’s nothing more exciting than having a new puppy in the house. Puppies are such loveable little bundles of fur and bring so much joy to a household. However, this happy phase can be dented when your new bundle of fluffy joy starts biting and chewing. If you’re having trouble
How To Treat Your Dog’s Ear Infection
Ear infections are a common yet uncomfortable issue for dogs, especially during Australia’s humid summer months. At Blue & White Vet, we frequently see pet owners looking for effective, safe ways to treat their dog’s ear infections at home. While some home remedies can provide relief for mild infections, understanding
Dog Care 101: Vaccinations, Preschool, Training, Health
For a prospective fur parent, there is nothing more exciting than welcoming a new puppy or adopted dog into your home. Dogs are loveable bundles of joy that will hopefully bring years of fulfilment and joy to your life. As the owner of a dog though, there are some responsibilities
How Often Should I Bring My Dog To The Vet?
How often do you bring your dog to the vet? Are you constantly having your furry friend checked up? Do you settle for a once a year check-up? Or don’t you go near a vet until you absolutely have to? As you’ll discover, this is not a question that can