For more information on any of the articles mentioned in our Newsletter, please go to our website www.balmainvillagevet.com.au
For more information on any of the articles mentioned in our Newsletter, please go to our website www.balmainvillagevet.com.au
August 2009 Pets Newsletter
Dear Pet Lovers,
Don't forget it's Pet Dental Month! According to the Australian Veterinary Dental Society, the 3 'D's' for pet oral health are Dental check ups for your pet, Daily tooth brushing, and providing a Dental friendly diet. Come in for a check-up and read up on our tips on how to brush your pet's teeth. This month we also have the latest information on regenerative stem cell technology for the treatment of arthriis in dogs - an Australian first - as well as solving some smelly, unsavoury and 'mangy' dog problems, plus the benefits of using pheromone therapy for stressed-out pets.
Regenerative Stem Cell Technology for Arthritic Pets
The veterinarians at Ku-Ring-Gai Veterinary Hospital have successfully developed Australia's first regenerative stem cell therapy programme for small animals that provides significant improvement in pain control, mobility and well being. Click here for more...
Bear's Adicell Treatment Success
'Bear', a three and a half year old Border Collie cross Cattle Dog, suffered from severe osteoarthritis. After undergoing stem cell injections to his front elbows and wrists, Bear was soon back to his active self, showing no signs of pain or discomfort.     Click here for more...
Ten Top Tips For Brushing Your Pet's Teeth
Tooth brushing is the single most effective way of controlling plaque. Start toothbrushing as early in life as you can. It is easiest to teach young animals to have their teeth brushed, and prevention is better than cure. Click here for more...
The Importance of Good Gut Health
If your dog is suffering diarrhoea or excessive flatulence it can be discomforting for them and embarrassing or messy for you. Depending on the indications there are a number of things you can do to make things more comfortable for your pet and avoid those unwanted smells! Click here for more...
Win 1 of 10 Kong ‘Zoom Groom’ Brushes for your cat or dog!
Pheromonatherapy
Pheromones are released from various glands of an animal's body for communication between members of the same species throughout the animal kingdom. The use of pheromones is an innovative and natural solution to manage stress-related problems in cats and dogs.
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What is Mange?
Mange is a term often misused by pet owners to describe any itchy skin condition, especially the 'mangy' appearance of a dog with flea allergy dermatitis. However, true mange is a condition caused by a mite that irritates the skin and causes hair loss.
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Oh Yuk!
You don't really want to read this! Dogs really do some revolting things occasionally but when your dog eats its own droppings, it can really make your stomach turn!
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Sarcoptic Mange
Sarcoptic mange or Canine Scabies is a highly contagious, non-seasonal parasitic skin disease of dogs caused by infestation of sarcoptic mange mites. Infestation can occur through exposure to infected dogs or wildlife (foxes and wombats).
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 Win 1 of 10 Kong ‘Zoom Groom’ Brushes for your cat or dog!
Product Picks
Dentipet Tooth Brushes
Dentipet Tooth Brushes Toothbrush for dogs and cats.
PAW Probiotic Powder
PAW Probiotic Powder 100% certified organic blend of good bacteria plus key nutrients
Pet Futon Beds
Pet Futon Beds Wool blend futon mattress for dogs and cats with removable covers.
MyBeau
MyBeau Liquid Dietary Supplement improves overall health & vitality
Urine Free Odour & Stain Remover
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