Mira Mar Veterinary Hospital

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Fleas Love Winter

Fleas Love Winter

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...

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NOTES FROM ITCHY DOG SEMINAR 25TH FEB 2015

NOTES FROM ITCHY DOG SEMINAR 25TH FEB 2015

Five common things that make your dog itch! Rusty Muse DVM, Diplomate ACVD, Animal Dermatology Clinic-Perth (WA) #1  Atopic dermatitis What is atopic dermatitis (atopy)? Atopic dermatitis is a reaction by an individual animal to environmental pollens from grasses,...

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New Spot-On Flea Control

New Spot-On Flea Control

Activyl is the excellent new monthly 'spot-on' flea product for cats and dogs.  it uses new technology to activate a potent insecticide inside the flea and means less unnecessary chemical exposure to your pet, family and household.  It is water-fast for 4 weeks, and...

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Fleas and Ticks

Ticks are small spider-like acarids and fleas are insects, but these two tiny creatures have at least one thing in common—they are both parasites that feed on your dog’s or cat’s blood and can cause a lot of discomfort and more serious health problems. Flea bites may...

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