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Comprehensive Health Care Resources: Expert Advice on Pet Wellness, Treatment, and Insurance – Australia’s Trusted Pet Insurance Site.

Pets and Snake Bites

Pets and Snake Bites

As the weather starts to warm up and summer gets closer, Australia’s many snakes begin to wake up and emerge from their hibernation. In Australia, Snake season takes place from September to April, and is a time that poses an extra risk to your dogs and cats. According to PetSure, snake bites pose a higher […]

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Conjunctivitis in Dogs (Canine Conjunctivitis)

Conjunctivitis (pink eye or canine conjunctivitis) is a common eye issue for dogs that is usually caused by allergies or when the tissue surrounding your dog’s eyes (conjunctiva) becomes irritated or inflamed. Canine conjunctivitis can be treated effectively, but it’s important to recognise the symptoms and get them to the vet as soon as possible. 

Pet Vaccines

Keeping Your Pets Healthy: Everything You Need to Know About Pet Vaccines

Pet vaccines are one of the safest and most effective ways to protect your cats and dogs from preventable diseases. Just like human vaccines, pet vaccinations stimulate a pet’s immune system to recognise and fight against disease-causing organisms (pathogens). Effective vaccines introduce an agent that contains a small amount of the pathogen or something that

Canine Cough

Understanding Canine Cough (Kennel Cough)

Canine cough (also known as kennel cough) is an infectious respiratory condition in dogs (similar to bronchitis). Canine coughs are usually caused by bacterial or viral infections, and dogs often catch it through contact with another sick animal. Like coughs in humans, canine cough is usually treated with antibiotics and is not typically life-threatening. Continue

Intestinal Worms in Cats and Dogs

Understanding and Treating Intestinal Worms in Cats and Dogs

Intestinal worms (also known as parasitic helminths) are parasites that are found in the digestive tracts of animals and humans. Although they are a common health problem in pets, especially cats and dogs, they require fast treatment to avoid further health complications. Luckily, there are many prevention and treatment options available that are fast and