by Mira Mar Vets | Jan 15, 2016 | Latest Monthly Newsletters
Summer can be tough on our pets but it can be even more challenging for our wildlife. After a few consecutive days of high temperatures our wildlife can become dehydrated and suffer from heat stress. Heat stressed animals will: Be weak, lethargic, confused or...
by Mira Mar Vets | Jan 15, 2016 | General News, Latest Monthly Newsletters
We read about an amazing rescue last month and it only highlights how our extreme weather can seriously affect our wildlife. Two fishermen were fishing on a lake in Tasmania when they found a wombat swimming 250 meters off shore! Thankfully they managed to rescue the...
by Mira Mar Vets | Dec 10, 2015 | Pet Care
Have you ever witnessed your dog dragging his bottom along the ground? This strange doggy dance is known as ‘scooting’ and it is an indication that your dog has irritated anal glands. The anal glands are located on either side of your dog’s anus....
by Mira Mar Vets | Dec 10, 2015 | Pet Care
Here are our top tips to help prevent a Christmas catastrophe and keep your pet healthy and happy this Christmas. Keep leftovers off the menu! Don’t be tempted to feed your pet leftovers. Christmas dinner is notorious for causing upset tummies and nasty episodes...
by Mira Mar Vets | Dec 10, 2015 | Pet Care
Vaccination is a vital tool we have available to help keep your pet healthy. Even if your pet doesn’t have contact with other pets, he should be vaccinated. Many people aren’t aware that there are diseases that can be transmitted in water droplets through...
