Exciting news! As a lot of you know our Morwell clinic has been closed due to fire damage. We are pleased to announce that we have recently found somewhere suitable in Morwell to open up a pop up vet clinic and are in the process of setting it up. We hope to be open before […]
Summer is a fantastic time for a barbeque. However, something that is so much fun for us can pose some very serious risk to our pets. Meat and bones Sausages are delicious, but remember that, one thin Woolies sausage can be almost 25% of your dogs’ daily energy requirements. To put that into perspective that […]
When the seasons change you may start to see your pets coat start to shed and change. Sometimes they may need help from you to help shed this old hair. Dogs Dogs coats vary from breed to breed, some dogs simply require brushing to help remove excess hair, whereas some require clipping to help keep […]
We all know pets can be scared of fireworks and thunder, which is understandable because fireworks are scary! They are a loud BANG out of nowhere followed by crackles and more loud bangs. They just don’t understand what it is! Anytime there are fireworks or a storm there are scared animals brought into vet clinics […]
Dogs and cats can overheat quite quickly, this is because they do not sweat thought their skin, they expel heat by panting and sweating through the paw pads and nose. Therefore it takes longer to cool down then for humans. This also means that temperature changes that may not bother us too much, can raise […]
Car sickness is an unenjoyable experience for all involved. It can be triggered by stress, motion sickness, or even a combination of both. We have compiled a few tips to help you on your next car trip. 1. Start slowly Begin car training by sitting quietly and gently petting and praising your pup in the […]
The weather is warming up and it is more enticing to take your dog out for a walk. But what could be the cause if you notice that your dog isn’t keeping up like they used to? Exercise intolerance can be caused by a whole range of issues, including arthritis, weight gain, heart disease and […]
We have an opportunity for a trainee Veterinary Nurse to join Latrobe Veterinary Group. This position is ideal for someone based in the Latrobe Valley who is already undertaking online Veterinary Nursing studies and needs placement to complete the qualification. To apply for this position, please contact our reception team on 03 5174 6999 to […]
A little known fact is that if your pets’ microchip is not registered under your name, we may be breaking the law performing any procedures at the request of someone that is not the registered owner. Please ensure your pets’ microchip information is up to date as we need to check before going through with […]
It can be distressing, watching your pet being irritated by fleas and it can be very annoying dealing with a flea infestation within your own home. A heavy flea burden can be quite stressful and potentially harmful to you and your pet’s health. Fleas can be found throughout the year, but they tend to be […]
