Keeping Your Dog's Teeth Free From Gum Disease ByHIF Australia22 May 2018Did you know that gum disease is the number one cause of poor dental health in both humans, and our furry friends? But, periodontitis occurs fives times more often in dogs than in humans due to dogs saliva being more basic as well as the lack of daily brushing. In this short clips with our friends at Pooches at Play, Dr. Melissa explains how you can spot the symptoms and keep your dog's teeth free from gum disease.Category:Pet Health, Vet Visits Read More0 Comments
Top Reasons for Vet VisitsByHIF Australia08 April 2018There are many reasons that our dogs visit the vets and for the most part this is for a general checkup, but other times things can be a little more serious and it’s important to know why. In this short clip, Dr. Melissa Meehan talks us through the top reasons why our dogs pay a visit to the vet and shares her top tips on preventive measures to put in place and the best treatment for our pooches.Category:Pet Health, Vet Visits Read More0 Comments
How to be Prepared In Case of a Pet EmergencyByTammy George02 November 2017Be prepared and know what you should do in the event of an emergency involving your pet.Category:Pet Health, Vet Visits Read More0 Comments
Joint and Ligament Injuries in DogsByHIF Australia22 August 2017Just like humans, our pooches are prone to joint and ligament issues. According to Veterinary expert, Dr. Melissa Meehan, "If left untreated, they can cause permanent problems that will affect their overall happiness". In this short clip, Dr. Melissa and Dr. Chris Preston discuss the most commonly found joint injuries and the possible consequences they could have on our pets.Category:Pet Health, Pet Insurance, Vet Visits Read More0 Comments
Ingestion of Foreign Bodies in DogsByHIF Australia16 August 2017We all know that dogs love to chew on items such as bones, socks, clothing or small toys. Thankfully, it's usually harmless fun; but according to Dr Melissa Meehan, "You'd be surprised at how many dogs end up in the emergency room with something that can't be digested, stuck in their intestine". In this short clip, Dr. Melissa Meehan talks to Veterinarian expert, Dr Chris Preston to discuss the most common foreign objects digested and the possible consequences for our pets.Category:Pet Health, Vet Visits Read More0 Comments