In this section you will find a wealth of information on pet and farm animal care, written by Australian vets. You can search within our articles database below.
Obesity in Birds
As with other pets, obesity is a problem often encountered with birds. Our pet birds are usually confined to a cage, have their wings trimmed to prevent flight, and receive...
Hairballs in Cats
Hairballs are created when a cat grooms him or herself and ingests a large quantity of hair. This hair does not pass easily through the gastrointestinal tract and stomach and...
Arthritis in Pets
Does your pet have trouble getting up in the morning and seem a bit stiff? Unfortunately, arthritis can be a real pain in the neck… hip, elbow or back.
Moulting in Caged Birds
Your birds are going through a moult, there are lots of lost feathers in your flights and everything looks a little shabby for a while... but is it really that...
Keeping Indoor Cats Happy
Many cats nowadays are confined in flats or houses, which may lead to behavioural problems related to boredom.
Kidney Failure in Dogs
Kidney function declines as all animals get older but once kidney failure occurs, your dog's life is threatened. Increased urination and thirst is a common early sign.
Rat Bait Poisoning
Rodenticides are dangerous. The danger to pets and wildlife with rodenticides comes from either primary poisoning or from secondary poisoning.
Is Your House Pet-Safe?
Young puppies and kittens can be very mischievous and inquisitive. Here are ten tips to pet-proof your house.
Cat Spraying and Elimination Problems
Is your cat doing 'nasties' everywhere in the house except in its litter tray? Thankfully, there are solutions to this wee problem.
Caring For Your Bird
We owe it to our feathered friends to give them the best possible care. Many birds are as intelligent as young children, so it is not enough to just put...