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What to do if your pet’s baby teeth do not fall out
Did you know? Just like children, kittens and puppies have baby teeth that fall out around 6 months of age. Baby teeth are called deciduous teeth and usually fall out by 6-7 months of age (you may find some teeth in interesting and random places during this time)....
Small Cat’s Urinary Obstruction
Small cat presented to Rouse Hill Family Vets with having trouble passing urine. Unfortunately, this can be a recurring problem in male cats. Male cats who become extremely stressed, suffer from a urinary tract infection, or suffer from bladder stones/crystals can...
So, you’re thinking about pet insurance?
Pet insurance is a form of insurance taken out that can help with the expense of vet bills if your pet becomes sick or injured. Vet visits, whether for injury or illness, can become expensive very quickly depending on the condition. Insurance can help give you peace...
Is your pet trying to tell you something? How do we know if they are in pain?
For years, I have had clients tell me that their pet is slowing down and it’s just old. Our pets don’t have the verbal vocabulary to tell us they are feeling stiff and sore. This doesn’t mean they aren’t trying to tell us - we just need to learn how to listen to them....
I Think My Pet May Have An Ear Infection, What Should I Expect At The Vet?
Ear infections can be very uncomfortable for your pet and if left untreated can cause ongoing complications and pain. This is why we recommend you book a visit with the vet as soon as you notice your pets ears are infected. Common signs your pet may have a ear...
Why Is Having My Pets On Preventative Parastics So Important?
Did you know that Spring and Summer are the most common months for parasites such as fleas and ticks to come out. They can appear all year round but we see higher numbers during this time. So why do we recommend your pet being on parasitic prevention all year round?...
Why Blood Tests Are So Important For Your Pets.
We go to our doctors to have regular check ups and blood screenings, this should be done for our pets too. We offer a number of in house blood screens from pre anaesthetic panels to full comprehensive panels. You may be wondering why your pet needs a blood test if...
5 Ways To Reduce Stress in Your Pets
Is your dog or cat exhibiting signs of anxiety? Our pets, just like us, can suffer from anxiety. This can range from mild to extreme and the earlier the invention the better. There are a number of different strategies you could implement to help your pet feel more...
Dental Disease
At Rouse Hill Family Vets, we are huge advocates for your pets' dental health. We regularly do dental x-rays for both cats and dogs, as well as recommend dental checks, prophylactic cleaning, and homecare for our patients to keep their teeth sparkly white. ✨️ Did You...
How Can I Help My Pet This Winter
Get those winter woolies out, the cold has definitely set in! Our pets, especially our senior citizens, can start to struggle as the temperature starts to drop. 🌀 Some warning signs you might notice: Struggling to get up, especially in the mornings or after a nap Not...