Mar 31, 2022 | Cat care, Dog Care, Nutrition, Pet Safety, Poisons
Photos by pxhere.com Animals are naturally curious and playful, particularly when young, bored or under stimulated. Some animals are highly food motivated while others seem particularly fussy about what they put in their mouths. There are certain human foods and...
Feb 24, 2022 | Birds, Cat care, Dog Care, Exotic Pets, Guinea Pig, Kittens, Nutrition, Pet Safety, Poisons, Rabbit
Image source: pxhere.com Read the Fine Print The fine print states that the self-regulated pet food industry is tasked to abide by the Australian Standard for the Manufacturing and Marketing of Pet Food Standards (The Australian Standard AS5812). The RSPCA...
Feb 24, 2022 | Cat care, Dog Care, Nutrition, Pet Safety
Image source: pxhere.com Worried about your pet’s weight? Here’s where to start: Recognise your pet may have a weight issue.Book a check-up with The Village Vets to rule out health issues. Work with us to create a realistic and achievable Weight Management...
Mar 18, 2021 | Cat care, Dog Care, Kittens, Nutrition, Pet Insurance, Pet Safety, Puppies
Heat stress can develop quickly in pets and livestock, and can be lifethreatening. Heat stress occurs when an animal’s body is unable to cool itself enough to maintain a healthy temperature. Heat stroke Heat stress can rapidly progress to heat stroke, which is a...
Feb 23, 2021 | Dog Care, Nutrition, Pet Safety, Puppies
Are bones good or bad for your dog? In short – yes, bones can be very good for your dog. The mechanical action of chewing the meat off a bone helps to remove plaque, which then minimises the formation of tartar (calcified plaque). Giving your dog bones regularly can...
