Parvovirus, the silent killer; what you need to know. Parvovirus is an easily preventable but extremely infectious virus passed between canines. We’re currently seeing a record high number of parvo positive puppies in the clinic this summer. It’s possibly the most devastating disease for a dog owner and clinician to witness. Puppies are just … [Read more…]
It was like any other morning. I woke up, made a cup of tea, and looked out the window to admire the tidal river outside our yard. But then I spotted something odd. A swan was in the middle of the seaweed, not moving. He’s probably just resting, I told myself. I got the … [Read more…]
Last week a fox attacked our chickens. This was no sneaky night attack, this was a middle of the day, sun shining, full-on ambush. Luckily husband, Juno (our 20 pound terrier) and myself heard the raucous from inside the house and launched ourselves into the back yard. A large healthy fox had his canines … [Read more…]
7 surprising hot weather pet hazards all owners should be aware of.
Thankfully not all trips to the vet are an emergency, but sometimes they definitely are. And the longer your pet is deprived of medical attention in these situations, the more difficult it may be for your vet to save their life. Here are 9 common emergent situations that warrant an immediate trip to your … [Read more…]
As a vet, working with livestock, or large animals, is completely different to working with companion animals. Despite the obvious differences between species, it’s like working in two separate worlds; one is driven by economics and profit and the other by emotional attachment. Farmers want healthy livestock to ensure a thriving flock brings optimal profit, … [Read more…]
I’ve written about the overwhelming feelings of grief we sometimes experience when a beloved pet dies. It’s understandable considering they can be closer to us than many members of our family! But what about the loss animals feel after the death of a fellow pet or human being? This is often a real concern … [Read more…]
Part of every life is death. And unfortunately the lifespans of our animal companions are much shorter than our own. This means we all usually have to say goodbye to a beloved pet at some point during our lives. As a vet I’m privy to these farewells more often than the average person. Last week … [Read more…]