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Snakes and Pets
Snakes! Snake season is usually from September to May. But sometimes snakes are earlier and sometimes they are later. There have been many, many sightings of snakes in the region already this year. Maldon Vet Clinic has already treated two pets for snake bite (both...
HEALTHY WEIGHT FOR YOUR PET
Weight control is tough for anyone – two or four legged! However, losing weight and getting in shape can not only add not years to your pet's life, but it can also make those extra years more enjoyable. Helping your cuddly pets to shed a few kilos may be easier than...
WINTER DENTAL SPECIAL
LAST CHANCE WINTER DENTAL SPECIAL ENDS AUGUST Smelly Breath? Discoloured Teeth? Your pet needs a regular dental check up FREE DENTAL CONSULTATION 25% off Dental Procedures (scale & polish) HUGE SAVINGS!
Dental-Smelly Breath is not normal
Did you know that over 70% of DOGS and CATS over three years of age have dental disease? Smelly breath in dogs and cats usually means dental disease. Brown discoloured teeth (tartar) and red gums (gingivitis) are signals of an unhealthy mouth that is probably painful....
Diggie’s Story
Diggie is a rescue dog, adopted by Dr Kim. She came to Maldon Vet Clinic as a six month old dog. Although we didn't know much about her then, her neighbour did. She is a German Shorthaired Pointer crossed with a Staghound, with a very sweet nature. ...
Why does your pet need veterinary dental care?
Jinxy had dental work and is now happier eating her food. Clean teeth are important to your pet's HEALTH and WELLBEING. The brown stuff on your pet's teeth is tartar. Tartar is bacteria and plaque. It can lead to painful gum disease and rotten teeth. It smells. Tartar...
Your Guide to Dog Adoption
THE DOGGY DOCTOR’S NOSE – THE LAB TEST
This is Grace from near Maryborough. She might be doing your next Lab Test one day! In the not-so-distant future, we may be able to diagnose human cancers with a “lab test”……a sniffing Labrador, that is! Researchers have been investigating the employment of dogs to...