The Pet Library
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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....
read moreDiggie’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. ...
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What you need to know about snakes and Pets in Central Victoria
Snake season is upon us! 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...
read moreWhy 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...
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Your Guide to Dog Adoption
These are Pippa’s puppies! These cute puppies have just been adopted into their forever homes. Read on to learn how to get ready to adopt a puppy.
read moreTHE 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...
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