Gum disease – also known as periodontal disease – is the most common dental issue we see in pets. Find out the signs to look out for and how to prevent it from occurring.
Dental care is fundamental to keeping your cat or dog healthy, but its importance is often overlooked. And with approximately 80% of dogs and cats over the age of 3 suffering from some level of dental disease, odds are that your pet will end up with dental issues at some stage of their life. What is dental disease? A common misconception is that dental disease will not only affect your pet’s teeth. Dental disease – also known as periodontal disease – is caused by a build-up of bacteria in your pet’s mouth. Without preventative care or treatment by your vet, plaque and tartar can build up, and end up spreading to the gums and tissue surrounding the teeth. This can lead to serious illness which can have a significant impact on your pet’s life and even become life-threatening. Signs of
Wildlife & H5 Bird Flu – Important Information
We continue to provide care for injured wildlife, including wild birds. However, due to the detection of H5 bird flu in Victoria, please call us before bringing any wild bird to the clinic. Our team will assess the situation and advise you on the safest next steps.
If you find multiple sick or dead birds, or a bird showing unusual neurological or respiratory signs, please avoid contact with the bird and contact the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.
Please report even a single sick or dead seabird, waterbird, shorebird or bird of prey.
Do not handle dead birds.
Thank you for helping us protect wildlife, our patients, staff and the wider community.
