Dr. Kristi Green’s Blog

Lumps in dogs and cats occur in all shapes and sizes and in all locations ranging from the skin, mouth, toes and eyelids. Naturally the common question vets are asked when seeing a pet with a lump is “What is it?”. This is a very good question but not one we can...

Parasite treatment is often considered a priority in summer with owners concerned about fleas, however parasites are actually prevalent at all times of the year. Skin problems caused by flea-bite allergy are a common parasite related problem treated by the vet. A...

The old adage “you are what you eat” applies just as well to pets as it does to us. For this reason, providing a good quality diet is one of the most important things we can do as owners. Some pet foods could be considered the equivalent of junk food, while home...

Easter is here and my children cannot wait to enjoy some yummy chocolate eggs. There will however be NO Easter eggs for my two Cavaliers Charlie and Lola, as chocolate is a life threatening toxin to pets. Chocolate poisoning is caused by the methylxanthine alkaloids...

Gastroenteritis is commonly seen in puppies and adult dogs with vomiting and/or diarrhoea being the typical signs. A very common cause of gastroenteritis is dietary indiscretion. This includes eating spoilt left overs, high fat foods or raiding the garbage. Feeding...

Does your dog or cat need to go on a diet as its New Years resolution? The disturbing fact is that 30-40% of pets are overweight. When in ideal body condition you should be able to feel your pets ribs easily and see a definite ‘waist’. Certain breeds such as Labradors...

One of the medical conditions we see on a daily basis at our vet clinic is a dog with an ear problem. The pet usually presents with a sore or smelly ear caused by an infection. Occasionally this may progress to a large swollen ear flap known as an Aural Haematoma. Ear...

Coping with the loss of a dog or cat is the most difficult aspect of owning a pet and one of the hardest aspects about being a vet and vet nurse. This week our clinic has said a sad goodbye to several patients who we have known for over 14 years each. Euthanasia is...

Spring has sprung and now is the time to get rid of your pets winter coat and ensure they are protected from parasites in the warm months ahead. Grooming is an important part of caring for your pet. We recommend brushing the coat on a daily basis and for long-haired...

Each year vet clinics deal with numerous lost dogs and cats either via phone calls from distressed owners missing their pet or with finders who do the right thing and present stray animals to their local clinic. So what are the best ways to prevent your pet from...

With the Royal couple welcoming Prince George to their home it is natural that their Cocker Spaniel “Lupo” will be feeling a little bit out of place. It is important to prepare pets for the arrival of a new baby in the family and make it as minimally stressful for...

Pet insurance is becoming more and more popular in Australia as the benefits of covering pets against illnesses and accidents are recognised. Pet Insurance offers you peace of mind as unexpected medical costs for your pet can be several hundreds to thousands of...