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Choosing to desex your dog can bring with it a range of benefits for your beloved pooch. Beyond removing the risk of unexpected litters, there are also extensive health benefits and behavioural improvements to be seen. The procedure is one of the most common surgeries performed by the team of vets at Northcote Animal Hospital.
So, you’ve got a new furry little companion in your life and you wondering how to give them the best start at puppy training? We’ll take you through some handy hints and tricks to ensure you and your four-legged friend get off to flying start. And remember, no matter what you’re training your puppy through,
Vaccinating your pet is one of the most important responsibilities of being a pet owner. Pet vaccinations, like human vaccinations, help to protect your cat or dog from harmful but preventable diseases. After all, our fluffy friends are our companions and protectors, so we want to make sure that they are as happy and healthy
As the COVID-19 – or novel coronavirus – continues to develop and evolve, the team at Northcote Animal Hospital would like to reassure all pet owners that we are doing everything we can to protect our customers, staff and the wider community. This has meant the introduction of certain procedures and protocols to limit the
Want to understand how to implement the perfect parasite control program? Parasites are a common nuisance for cats, dogs and pet owners alike. They are actually one of the most common issues seen at our clinic, but one that is also easily preventable. Prevention is relatively easy—you just to have a regular, effective parasite control
Name recognition and recall is an important step in any puppy training program. All dogs love exploring new places and discovering new scents. Giving your dog the opportunity to roam free in a park or on a dog beach can be fun and exciting. But to give your dog this freedom, it’s important that your
As much as they may beg us for our tasty human food, unfortunately not all foods are suitable for your dogs and cats. And as difficult as it may be to turn down their adorable faces, it will definitely benefit them in the long run. To keep your furry friend as healthy as possible, there
Looking for tips and tricks for safe car travel with cats and dogs? Everyone who has a pet will know how difficult it can be to take a spontaneous weekend away, or a trip down to the beach for the summer. How will you keep your cat or dog secure in the car? Will they
Puppies spend their lives playing with and chewing random objects wherever they go. This can be cute and endearing when your puppy is only a few weeks old and has yet to grow teeth. But, like humans, puppies grow each and every day. Anyone who has had a puppy will know that, often, they don’t
Socialisation and desensitisation are both very important steps in the growth and development of your puppy. Providing plenty of opportunities for desensitisation, socialisation and exposure to different environments, while your puppy is still young, can help to ensure your puppy grows into a well-adjusted adult dog, and that it relates well to other dogs, animals