Latest News on the North Nowra Vet Blog
We provide you with up to date news and events from both North Nowra Veterinary Hospital and Jervis Bay Veterinary Clinic. We also ensure you are provided with information that is all things pet-related in the South Coast NSW region.
Dental Promotion for Dental Month
Dental disease and gum disease are extremely common in pets. Around 85% of pets over the age of 3 years suffer from some degree of dental disease. Dental disease leads to foul smelling breath, gingivitis, infections and pain.
What are preanaesthetic blood tests?
What are preanaesthetic blood tests and why do we recommend them? In addition to a physical exam on the day of your pet’s procedure, preanaesthetic blood testing is typically recommended for most animals that are undergoing anaesthesia. Preanaesthetic blood testing...
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Joint problems mainly occur in dogs, but some large breads of cats may also suffer. This article explores the causes, diagnosis and treatment of osteoarthritis, cruciate ligament rupture, hip dysplasia and medial luxating patella in pets.
Opening Hours – Christmas and New Years 2022
NORTH NOWRA 24th - Normal opening hours 25th - CLOSED 26th - CLOSED 27th - CLOSED 28th - Normal opening hours 29th - Normal opening hours 30th - Normal opening hours 31st - Normal opening hours 1st - CLOSED 2nd - CLOSED 3rd - Normal opening hours JERVIS BAY 24th -...
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
The upheaval of the past few years due to the global pandemic has been stressful for us all. We have all made it through quarantine, working from home, homeschooling and battling covid itself. It has been rough, and we thank you for your patience and support during...
Laparoscopic Desexing
Laparoscopic desexing offers an alternative method of desexing female dogs and cats from the traditional ovariohysterectomy. It is increasing in popularity amongst both veterinarians and pet owners as it can offer a number of significant benefits.
Laparoscopic Assisted Gastropexy in Dogs
What is GDV? GDV (gastric dilatation and volvulus) is a very sudden and serious condition seen in dogs where, due to range of factors, the stomach first dilates (bloats), and subsequently rotates (twists) on itself. This leads to the entrapment of fluid and gas in the...
Does my pet need Sunscreen?
Should my pet wear sunscreen? Skin cancer does not only affect humans, dogs and cats are at risk too. So do we need to apply sunscreen to our pets to protect them from the sun? Well believe it or not the sun can cause serious damage to our four-legged friends. If left...
Ear Infections
What is Otitis Externa and structure of the ear Otitis externa is inflammation of the external ear canal. The ear is divided into the outer, middle and inner ear. The outer ear includes the region from the ear flap (pinna) to the eardrum. The middle ear contains a...
Summer Dangers
With summer approaching, we decided it was a good time to alert our pet owners to the risk of heat stroke. Unlike people, most animals can’t sweat and have to lose excess heat through evaporation by panting. This makes it difficult for them to cool down and puts them at greater risk of heat stress on hot days and when doing strenuous exercise.
Paralysis Ticks
Our pets love the summer just as much as we do! It’s a great time of year to be outside enjoying the warmth and sunshine but also important that you recognise the dangers of the Paralysis Tick to our pets during the warmer months. What are Paralysis Ticks and how do...
Coronavirus – COVID 19
Coronaviruses are a group of viruses that infect birds and mammals, including humans. They are often associated with the common cold, bronchitis and pneumonia, and can also affect the gut. The virus that causes COVID-19 is also a coronavirus and likely originated from a wildlife reservoir.
Neurological Disorders
Here you will find information about some of the neurological disorders that can occur in both dogs and cats. Read more about wobbler syndrome and seizures.
Arthritis Supplements
As our companion animals become older, you may start to notice the negative effects of osteoarthritis. Arthritis is a common condition causing inflammation, swelling, pain and discomfort in joints. There are many treatment options available to help control arthritis in our pets. If you think your pet may have osteoarthritis, please speak to your veterinarian. They can examine your animal, discuss your concerns, and work with you to put together a plan to help improve and manage the problems you are seeing.
New Laser Therapy
What is Laser Therapy? Laser Therapy, or “photobiomodulation”, is the use of specific wavelengths of light (red and near-infrared) to create therapeutic effects. These effects include accelerated tissue repair and healing, and reduction of pain and inflammation. Laser...
NEW BRAVECTO FOR CATS!
NEW BRAVECTO TWIST'N'USE It's true! Bravecto have released a new product that protects cats for up to 3 months against ticks and fleas. For a long time it has been difficult to protect cats against ticks due to a lack of practical and user friendly products, now MSD...
Indoor toileting problems in cats
INDOOR TOILETING PROBLEMS IN CATS Marking or toileting? Indoor marking behaviour can be confused with a breakdown in toileting behaviour. Territorial marking by urine spraying which usually occurs against vertical objects such as chairs or walls and can be...
Get your dog’s 4th Synovan Injection for Free in May
For the month of May get your dog’s 4th Synovan injection for free.
Why we recommend desexing your pet
Dr David Fowler discusses the significant and varied health benefits that come with de-sexing your pet, and although it can be a difficult decision to make, it really is important that when pet owners do decide that they are well informed.
Anal Glands – Not the most pleasant topic but an important one!
Dr Cathy Birch explains that anal glands (or anal sacs) are small pouches located between the anal sphincter muscles inside the anus of your pet.
Traveling with our pets
Traveling with our pets can be an exciting adventure but there are a few tips you should take along with you on the journey.
Chocolate Toxicity
It’s nearly Christmas time and this means chocolate! Over the Christmas period there is likely to be more chocolate around the household than usual, which means our pets sometimes getting a hold of it.
Paralysis ticks are here
Dr David Fowler discusses the nasty paralysis tick (Ixodes holocyclus) that can be found along the east coast of Australia.
