Fitzroy Vet Hospital 102 Scotchmer Street Fitzroy North VIC 3068 Ph: 9489 2195

 
 
April 2008 - In this issue find...    
Patients - Maddie gets a chip!
News - Pet First Aid Seminar
Team spotlight - Farewell Dr Libby
Canine care - How can you tell if your dog is in pain?
Medical  - Common thing between athletes & canines
Smallies - Small friend, big heart - the Guinea Pig
Maddie gets a chip!
  
Maddie visited our clinic recently to be microchipped. Since May 2007 it has been compulsory in Victoria for all newly registered cats and dogs to be microchipped. Maddie's owners want to ensure she has the best chance of being returned home if she ever goes missing and the best way to do this is to have your pets  microchipped. Find out more here
 
 
You are invited to our First Aid Seminar
    
Wednesday, 28th May 2008 from 6.30pm.
Do you know what to do if your beloved pet is injured, poisoned or bitten? Do you know how to check your pets vital signs? Watch demonstrations and learn important tips from our veterinary healthcare team at our First Aid Seminar which will be held at the clinic. All pet lovers are welcome. For more information visit our website or contact the clinic on 9489 2195.
 
Farewell Dr Libby

    
 
For those of you that may not have seen Dr Libby recently she is expecting her first child in June and is enjoying some well earned rest at home, with her 3 other babies (her beloved cats) before the newborn arrival. She does however assure us she will be back in near future. We wish her and husband Mike all the best.
 
How can you tell if your dog is in pain?



 
Dogs feel pain for many of the same reasons as humans: dental problems, infections, arthritis, disease and cancer as well as discomfort after surgical procedures. There are certain signs and changes in behaviour that can indicate a dog is suffering. As a dog owner you are in the best position to notice those often subtle changes.  Learn how to look for the signs of pain here
 
 
What do athletes and canines have in common?


  

 
Cruciate ligament ruptures! When a dog visits us because of a lame leg one of the first things we check for is a swollen and painful knee. This can indicate cruciate ligament damage.  Find out more about this so called 'footballers injury' here.
 
 
Small friend, big heart - the Guinea Pig


A Guinea Pigs is also known as a Cavy which is derived from the scientific name, Cavia porcellus. Guinea Pigs make fantastic pets for those people limited by space, and those that love an affectionate and social companion. Find out fun facts about Guinea Pigs and how to care for your little friend below.
 
 
 


Fitzroy Pet Topics brings you up to date on what's happening at the hospital as well as interesting information and facts on pets and pet healthcare.





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Did you know?
Research tells us that 2 out of 3 pets need veterinary attention each year and 66% of all veterinary visits are due to a sudden illness. Pet health insurance can help contribute to unexpected and routine veterinary expenses! Find out more about pet insurance here







Breed Profile
 The Samoyed
A loyal family member





 
  
 
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Saturday
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