HOW TO HELP AN ARTHRITIC PET AT HOME

If your pet is diagnosed with arthritis, there are plenty of things you can do at home to help them feel more comfortable.

We recommend a multi-pronged attack as this helps to reduce the need for large amounts of medication and will lessen the potential side effects of any one treatment.

6 tips for an arthritis-friendly home:

• Keep your pet lean to help reduce the load on their joints
• Consider feeding a diet specifically formulated for arthritis (ask us for the best recommendation)
• Continue to exercise your pet in moderation; gentle daily walks for dogs help keep the joints moving and muscles toned
• Provide a warm and comfortable bed with plenty of padding
• Use a portable ramp to help your dog in and out of the car
• Provide an additional piece of furniture (like an ottoman) so your cat doesn't have to jump so high to reach his favourite spot

Ask us for more information on how to make your home arthritis-friendly.

WHY MICROCHIPPING IS ESSENTIAL...

AND ensuring your details are up to date at the registry is crucial...

The recent floods in Queensland and New South Wales have sadly resulted in hundreds of displaced pets.

Natural disasters are an important reminder as to why it is essential ALL of your pets are microchipped.

When a lost pet has a microchip, they can be scanned at any vet clinic or animal shelter and the details attached to the chip found on a central database.

BE REWARDED

There is a new rewards system for heartworm and flea prevention products.
If your dog/cat is on Revolution and/or your dog on Proheart, you qualify...

Step 1 - Download the PAW CLUB CARE App on your Smart Phone today
Step 2 - Register your and your pet's details on the App
Step 3 - Allow us to verify your purchases when you are next in the clinic

SIMPLE!

Simparica is the latest and greatest in Flea Prevention and comes in a tasty chewable monthly tablet, it is the perfect accompaniment to Proheart - the yearly injectable Heartworm Prevention

IS YOUR PET A SENIOR CITIZEN?

Is your pet starting to age a little?

Did you know that cats and dogs are considered senior citizens after the age of 8 years? As they reach their golden years there are a few things you need to watch out for.

Obvious changes might include:

• forgetting toilet training
• hearing loss
• stiff legs
• weight loss or gain