Kittens
Cat Enclosures – What You Should Know
Cats love being outside. The mental stimulation from exploring is priceless and the ability to exercise and keep a pet’s weight down is invaluable. Exposure to sunlight is essential for vitamin D production. However, the toll that cats take on our native wildlife from hunting is devastating and that unwanted marking of a cat’s territory…
Read MoreRetained Deciduous or Milk Teeth In Cats
What to Do if your cat Still Has Its Baby Teeth? Cats should lose their baby teeth by the time they are Adults. Find out what to do if your kitten still has its baby teeth and if it is a problem? Above: Retained canine teeth in a cat Mammals are born without teeth. Most…
Read MorePet Insurance
Pet insurance is becoming more and more popular in Australia. It offers you peace of mind as it covers some or all of the treatment costs if your pet was ever involved in an accident or suffers a sudden illness. There is no equivalent of Medicare for pets, thus often treatment costs exceed what an…
Read MoreKitten Care
Caring for your Kitten Bringing home a new kitten is an exciting time for everyone in the household. This little bundle of fluff will entertain you as it plays around your house and garden. Even the most simple of items can entertain your kitten for hours on end. Items such as paper bags, ping pong…
Read MoreFlea And Tick Control
Flea Control Fleas are most often seen during the warmer months but as we keep our homes nice and warm throughout winter, we see fleas all year round. Only a small part of the adult flea population actually lives on your pet. The fleas’ eggs and larvae live in the environment and can survive for…
Read MoreFeline Gum Disease/Kitten Gingivitis
Kitten gingivitis is gum inflammation that can affect kittens and young cats, sometimes causing significant redness, swelling and discomfort around the teeth. While mild gingivitis may improve with appropriate dental care, some kittens develop more aggressive forms of gum disease that can progress to periodontal damage and tooth loss. Early veterinary dental assessment helps identify…
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