Preparing your pet for a stress-free visit to the vet
A visit to the vet can be a pretty stressful experience for many pets. We poke and prod, and sometimes take blood or give injections – all in an environment surrounded by unfamiliar people and other animals. It’s no wonder that some cats and dogs aren’t too keen to come to the vet. But it […]
Fight Animal Cruelty with Cupcakes!
This year our very own Nurse Michelle is participating in the RSPCA’s annual Cupcake Day. If you are anywhere near Moorabbin Veterinary Hospital on Monday August 17, be sure to drop in to buy one of Michelle’s scrumptious cupcakes for a very good cause. There will be some dog friendly treats available too! If you […]
Happy retirement Brian!
After 38 years working and growing with Moorabbin Veterinary Hospital, Dr Brian Goy is set to retire at the end of June. Brian has been part of the furniture at MVH since 1977 and we are all going to miss him! “Brian made my first experience of veterinary nursing very welcoming.” – Rickie “Brian made […]
Feline Infectious Enteritis & Feline Parvovirus
Feline infectious enteritis (FIE) is a potentially fatal disease caused by infection from feline parvovirus (FPV), also known as feline panleukopenia virus. The virus is highly contagious and is spread by direct or indirect contact with faeces, urine or blood of infected cats. While vaccination has dramatically reduced the amount of deaths associated with FPV over the past 20 years, there has […]
Why Vaccinate?
Vaccinations for pets are extremely important to ensure your pet will live a fulfilling life without preventable disease or illness. New vaccinations and techniques are released every year and at Moorabbin Veterinary Hospital we pride ourselves in being up to date. Vaccinating is using a medicine to build immunity to viral and bacterial diseases that […]
First Aid for Pets Australia – the free app
Would you know what to do if your pet stopped breathing or suffered a fracture? In an emergency situation, effective first aid can minimise injury and even save lives. Knowing what to do makes all the difference. Clients of Moorabbin Veterinary Hospital can now get the first aid information they need from a free mobile […]