Where's my sock? This is a tale about a missing sock. The sock was long, red and very smelly and one afternoon it went missing from a footy bag. The next day, Jake, the well-loved and playful labrador started to look a bit 'off'. He was quieter than usual and didn't...
Senior Pet Month at Mira Mar Vets gives owners of older pets in Albany the perfect opportunity to get their friend checked out. So far, since the start of April, we have examined and blood tested over 70 older animals, which we think is fantastic! Due to this...
PLEASE NOTE: all free dental checks are by appointment, please call us on 98415422 for a booking Dental Month 2016 - Free checks and savings! Dental disease is the single most common and preventable disease in our pets. It can affect pets as young as 2 years of age...
What's an endocrine disease? An endocrine disease is a fancy medical term used to describe a disease caused by a hormonal imbalance. These diseases are pretty common and can unfortunately affect your pet's quality of life. Endocrine diseases can even be life...
How blood testing works Have you ever wondered what happens when we take blood from your pet? Most blood samples are taken from the jugular vein in the neck. This vein is large enough to provide a good sample and allows us to collect the blood as quickly as possible....
Top tips to help your senior pet We have compiled a list of the top things you can do at home to help improve your senior pet's quality of life: Diet: Older animals may be less able to cope with nutrient excesses or deficiencies, or changes in nutrient intake and...
Our ageing pets require a little bit of extra attention to help keep them on all four paws for longer. A check up at least once a year is essential for your ageing friend. Much can change over this time and we aim to pick up on any problems and act quickly. Some...
Our pet of the month for this month has traveled many miles and visited many vets to be back with us today completely cured! The story of Bandit began with him visiting us for his first puppy vaccination at 8 weeks of age. At this examination it was discovered that he...
Some easy ways to reduce your cat's stress Many people put off taking their cat to the vet as they feel it is just too stressful. As a result we don't get to see your feline friend as often as we should and inevitably health problems go unseen. Dental disease, heart...
Why socialisation sets up your dog for life Many people aren't always aware that the most critical time in your dog's life is in during their first four months. Socialisation at this time with other dogs (both big and small) is one of the most important ingredients...
Help! My dog just ate my Lindt bunny! Like us, dogs love chocolate and they are very good at finding it! Not surprisingly, Easter is one of the busiest times of the year for vets when it comes to chocolate toxicities. If your dog eats your favourite Lindt bunny (the...
What's off limits for your pet this Easter? Easter can be a dangerous time for our pets and there's a few things you need to keep off limits. Take note of the following! 1. Chocolate Chocolate contains theobromine, a derivative of caffeine that cannot be metabolised...
The link between smelly breath and heart disease Did you know that improving your pet's teeth could save his life? There is now clear evidence that dental disease is linked to heart disease. Plaque and tartar that accumulate on the teeth lead to infection of the gums....
What is SRR? SRR refers to your pet's Sleeping Respiratory Rate. The SRR is a very useful tool in recognising the onset of or monitoring left sided congestive heart failure (CHF) in both dogs and cats. Many of the common heart diseases lead to left sided congestive...
Recognising a broken heart With Valentine's Day in this month, there's never been a better time to discuss heart disease. Heart disease isn't easy to spot. It tends to creep up on our pets slowly over many months to many years. Being able to recognise some of the...
Does your pet really love you? Feeling a bit lonely this Valentine's Day? Never fear, that's why our pets are here! They are better than any Valentine's date. Ever wondered if your pet really loves you? Here's what you should be looking for: Cats Brings you presents -...
Flies are proving to be a real problem this summer. Populations are at an all time high and these annoying insects can really bother you and your pet. Some fly species will actually bite around your pet's ears and nose causing painful and infected sores. Here are some...
Our pets can't sweat all over their bodies like humans can. They rely on panting to get rid of the hot air and only produce a small amount of sweat through their footpads. This makes them extremely susceptible to heat exhaustion in hot and humid conditions. Heat...
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. Each gland holds a...
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 of...
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 the air or...
Who doesn't love a summer BBQ? With the warmer weather and longer daylight hours we are all keen to get our snags cooking - and your pets probably are too! How do you best keep your pet safe around the BBQ? Follow these four safety tips so your pets can enjoy the BBQ...
Summer brings scary noises including thunder from storms as well as fireworks in celebration of the silly season. The result is hundreds of terrified dogs who often manage to escape and head for the hills. This is why it is essential your pet is microchipped. Now is...
With summer just around the corner, now's the best time to start getting your pet ready for the warmer months. Proper preparation will help keep your pet healthy and safe. Here are our top tips: Get up to date with vaccinations If your pet is boarding over the summer...