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Snakes Season is Here
The Australian Veterinary Association has released a snake awareness and precautionary brochure. Well worth a read as we head into summer and are living in a snake populated area such as the City of Swan. King Brown Snake – Photo by F Delventhal on Flickr There are 5 types
Puppy Maintenance Programme
Below is the Vital Vet recommended puppy maintenance program. Download Puppy Maintenance Programme (Adobe PDF) DIET Puppies should be fed a puppy growth formula. Medium to Large breed puppies (>25kg as an adult) require a large breed growth formula to support the growth phase and joint development The Royal
Kitten Maintenance Programme
Below is the Vital Vet Animal Hospital recommended Kitten Maintenance Program. Download Kitten Maintenance Programme (Adobe PDF) DIET Kitten Growth formulation Ad lib feeding of dry food unless weight gain excessive, then 2 meals per day Change to adult food at 12 months of age. VACCINATIONS Three vaccinations at
The Myths and Truths of Sterilization
MYTHS There are a number of myths surrounding sterilization of dogs. Here are some of the more common myths that need to be dispelled. Myth : Having a litter is beneficial for a female dog Myth : Having a heat is beneficial for a female dog Myth : Allowing
Death by Chocolate
A Chocolate Story for Owners of Dogs and Cats Chocolate is a tasty but extremely dangerous food item containing the stimulants theobromine and caffeine. Dogs and cats are much more sensitive to the effects of these products than people. Dark chocolate is concentrated and more dangerous than milk or
Bringing Your Pet In For Surgery
VITAL VET ANIMAL HOSPITAL BRINGING YOUR PET IN FOR SURGERY The Evening Before Surgery Your pet will need to be fasted overnight. It is important that your pet does not have any food after 10pm the night before surgery. Your pet may have dinner as usual the night before
Keeping Gold Fish as Pets
Keeping Gold Fish as Pets… Lifespan: Can live up to 20 years with some breeds! Temperament: Playful, Affectionate, Calming! Size: 2inches – 15inches Photo by Protographer23 on Flickr Believe or not but Goldfish do have a good memory. They even have their own distinct personalities, making them lovely pets