August is Pet Dental Month in Australia. At Mira Mar Vets, we know how important healthy teeth are, how common dental problems can be and most importantly, how pets, their owners and their vets can work together to maintain healthy teeth. On Wednesday 12th August at...
August is Pet Dental Month in Australia. At Mira Mar Vets, we know how important healthy teeth are, how common dental problems can be and most importantly, how pets, their owners and their vets can work together to maintain healthy teeth. On Wednesday 12th August at...
f you're looking to add a new addition to your family you're probably considering a cute, cuddly little puppy or kitten. But if you're wanting a true companion (and possibly less work!) then a senior pet might be the better option. Here are some good reasons why a...
Fleas love winter. Why? Because their eggs love a warm house to hatch in! If you've suddenly noticed your dog is itching or your cat is over grooming or, heaven forbid, you have itchy ankles, it could be FLEAS! Flea eggs require a warm temperature to hatch so if...
Meet our Pet of the Month! This is George, the ultra-cute 6 month old male rabbit. George visited us in June for a de-sexing operation which was a complete success. This gorgeous photo was taken as he was recovering from his anaesthetic - all snuggled up on his...
We wish you all could have seen the fun on Friday 26th June when Shaun and Susie visited the clinic for international "Take Your Dog to Work" day! They played and then ate treats and then played some more until they were too exhausted to even move!
To help your arthritic pet live a comfortable life we recommend a balanced and multi-targeted approach. This can help reduce the need for large amounts of medication and lessen the potential side effects of any one treatment. A few small changes at home can help...
If we’ve diagnosed your pet with arthritis we will work with you to come up with a suitable management plan. A well-rounded approach will help your pet get the most out of life. Some of the treatments might include: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) Help...
Our pets are more likely to suffer from arthritis during the colder weather so now is a great time for an arthritis check with us. Most of the signs of arthritis are subtle and will sneak up on your pet over many years. You may not even realise that your pet is in...
It’s Mother’s Day on Sunday 10th May so we thought it would be a good time to celebrate mums of the furry variety! In keeping with this theme, we stumbled across a beautiful story of a mother dog in Chile. She saved her litter of nine pups from a forest fire by...
Meet Saffy. Isn't she gorgeous? Saffy lives in Albany with her very caring family, and unfortunately, she suffers from arthritis. When Saffy was only 2 years old, her owners started noticing a mild limp in her hind legs, as well as some soreness when she first got up...
Rabbits are not only good at delivering Easter eggs, they also make fantastic pets! They are great company and can be very cuddly. Rabbits are very clever and can be toilet trained, walk on a lead and play games. Their cheeky antics are amusing and enjoyable to watch....
Dogs are social creatures and they form strong bonds with people. Having a furry best friend is, without doubt, the greatest thing in the world, but it is not uncommon for your pooch to feel anxious when they are separated from you. Most dogs will adapt well to daily...
It's been a busy time for our staff at Mira Mar Vets recently! We are thrilled to congratulate our head nurse, Jess Brennan, on her recent engagement! We wish Jess and her fiance Zane all the best for the future. On a much sadder (and more painful) note, Dr Dave...
If you have just brought home a new puppy, kitten or rescue pet, training should begin straight away. It is easy for a dog or cat to pick up bad habits quickly, especially when they are settling in. If you let your puppy sleep in your bed initially, this is where he...
We couldn't be prouder of our very own Dr Jim Darmody, after he competed in (and completed!) the Albany Half Triathlon in January. Jim managed to swim 1.9km, bike 90km and run 21.1km on an overcast Albany day to complete the race in just over 5 hours. Congratulations...
Meet Charlie, one of our very cute patients! Earlier this month, Charlie's face suddenly became very swollen after an unfortunate run-in with a bee. Insect bite reactions are very common in dogs, especially puppies, who tend to put their noses into everything! The...
Does your pet have any New Year's resolutions? Here are our tips to help make 2015 their happiest and healthiest yet. Please click here to read more from our latest newsletter
It is with great sadness that all of us at Mira Mar Vets pass on our condolences to our friends Mark and Sheryl Muscat from Head To Tail Pet Shop, following the tragic passing of their son, Jay. Our thoughts are with Sheryl, Mark, Ebony and their family during this...
Two of our veterinarians, Dr Jim Darmody and Dr Dave Warren participated in the 2014 Blackwood Marathon as part of a team, the "Great Southern Veteran Vets". Teams are required to run 12km, kayak 8.5km, swim 1km, horse ride 16km, and bike ride 20km. The team...
It is not uncommon in the warmer months for our furry friends to come into contact with a snake. Even our more residential pets can still be at risk if walked near waterways or at the beach. As snakes hibernate or are inactive during cold weather, snake bites usually...
Vaccinating your pet is one of the most important things you can do to ensure they lead a healthy life. Read more here...
It may not be obvious to many of our clients, but 2014 has been the year that we at Mira Mar Vets have made a big effort to reduce our carbon footprint, and do our bit to help the planet! Our lovely new solar panels have been in place for almost 12 months, which not...
Did you know that thousands of unwanted, stray or feral cats and dogs are euthanased every year in Western Australia? In order to reduce this number, and to promote responsible pet ownership, new cat and dog laws are being introduced throughout all of WA. The...