Thursday May 20, 2010Welcome to the inaugural Palmyra Veterinary Hospital Newsletter
We aim to use this newsletter to keep our valued clients up to date with the latest treatments and information for your beloved pets.
We hope you enjoy this first edition and please feel free to contact us with any comments or suggestions.
back to top Arthritis in our Pets
As the cooler winter months approach our pets will also be feeling the chills. For many, winter brings on the signs of osteoarthritis, a common problem not only limited to the older animal.
In dogs the signs of usually more obvious, limping, difficulty getting up in the morning, reluctance to go up or down the stairs and stiffness when cooling down after exercise.
In cats the signs are more subtle. The arthritic cat may have a rough unkempt coat because they are too sore to... continue reading
back to top Vaccinations
Please be aware that Kennel Cough or Infectious Canine Cough seems to be ever prevalent. Infectious Cough is easily the most common disease for which we vaccinate.
It is very contagious and seems to be easily spread between dogs often at the local park or beach and not just when your pet goes to kennels. The vaccination is against the two most nasty strains of the disease.
Contact us to book your appointment.
back to top Ear Care
Your pet’s ears should be checked regularly. They should be clean, odour-free, pale pink colour and have a minimal accumulation of wax.
Some breeds are more susceptible to ear disease than others such as those with pendulous/floppy ears and those with hairy inner ear flaps...continue reading
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Have you met Missy? She’s our BIGGEST LOSER!
You may have noticed a new team member at Palmyra Vet Hospital. Her name is Missy and she is 9 year old white and grey cat.
Missy came to stay with us after her owner could no longer care for her. In her first few weeks, Missy spent most of their time sleeping behind Aaron’s computer screen or...continue reading
back to top Top 5 Toxic Foods
1. Chocolate such as dark chocolate contains theobromide which is highly toxic to our pets. Only a small amount of this chocolate can elicit adverse affects on the heart, lungs, kidney, and central nervous system. Milk chocolate is less toxic then dark chocolate and requires 20 times the amount to cause toxicity.
2. Grapes and Raisins can cause irreversible kidney damage and possibly death
3. Onions and Garlic can cause a severe bleeding disorder called haemolytic anaemia.
4. Cooked bones such as chicken or beef bones can cause obstructions and may also splinter in the stomach or intestines.
5. Raw dough such as cookie dough rises well in warm environments and therefore will do the same in your pet’s stomach leading to obstruction or fermentation that leads to alcohol poisoning.
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Meet our veterinary nurse Christine Clark
Coming from country Victoria and with her Dad being a vet, Chris grew up surrounded by animals.
Carrying on the family tradition, Chris is currently in her third year of Veterinary Science at Murdoch University. In between looking after our clients and her studies she enjoys cycling and salsa dancing.
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