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- May 03, 2023
In Australia, most vets recommend that all dogs be vaccinated for canine distemper virus, canine adenovirus and canine parvovirus. They are combined within a single vaccine commonly known in Australia as the C3 vaccine and are often called core vaccines.
Non-core vaccines are those that are administered depending on the risk. This is based on an assessment of the dog’s location, lifestyle, and risk of exposure to the infection so it is important to ask your veterinarian about which vaccines are most appropriate for your dog. Non-core vaccines in Australia include those against canine parainfluenza virus, Bordetella bronchiseptica (both of which contribute to kennel cough) and leptospirosis. The canine parainfluenza virus and Bordetella bronchiseptica vaccine (more commonly known together with the core vaccines as a C5 vaccine) is recommended for dogs who regularly come into contact with other dogs, such as on walks or at the park, or go in to boarding kennels.
The leptospirosis v
- April 05, 2023
Diabetes is a common disease in dogs in Australia. Diabetes is caused by the failure of the pancreas to produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar. This is insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (also called Type 1 Diabetes). Symptoms of diabetes in dogs include weight loss, increased thirst and low energy.
When making a diabetes diagnosis, veterinarians will undertake blood tests looking for factors such as persistent fasting hyperglycemia and glycosuria . Hyperglycemia is a medical term for a high blood sugar (glucose) level. Glycosuria is the excretion of glucose into the urine.
After diagnosis, veterinarians will determine the insulin dose based on your dog’s weight. In Australia Caninsulin is the most commonly used types of insulin in diabetic dogs. Oral medications are not considered effective in dogs and are not used in the treatment of canine d
- March 30, 2023
PetScripts is an online pet pharmacy that provides prescription medications for pets. The website has received positive reviews from customers who have used their services. On Google, PetScripts has over 60 reviews and a star rating of 5 stars out of 5. On Trustpilot, Petscripts has an overall rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Customers have praised the company for their friendly customer service and quick postage.
Here are some examples of what customers are saying about Petscripts:
“Much cheaper than medication from the vet, quick postage and friendly customer service which is rare these days. I don’t often have nice reviews to write but I’ve been using petscripts for just over a year and I’ve been very happy with them every time. I highly recommend Petscripts.”
“We need continual medication for our dog and supply from Petscripts is always reliable and service, price, and courtesy is very good. We
- March 27, 2023
Certain pet medicines are prescription-only in Australia because they are classified as prescription-only medicines (POMs). POMs are medications that require a prescription from a veterinarian before they can be dispensed by a pharmacist1The reason for this is .....
- March 06, 2023
Pet medicine is an important industry in Australia, with veterinarians and pharmacists playing crucial roles in ensuring that animals receive the care they need. While veterinarians are responsible for diagnosing and treating animals, pharmacists are responsible for dispensing medications. In this article, we will explore the training that veterinarians and pharmacists undertake in Australia, the difference between their roles in relation to pet medicines, and how they both undertake an important but different function.
Veterinarians and pharmacists play important but different roles in relation to pet medicines in Australia. Veterinarians are responsible for diagnosing and treating animals while pharmacists are responsible for dispensing medications.
To become a veterinarian in Australia, one must complete a Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree which takes 5 years. On the other hand, pharmacists must complete a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree which takes 4 years.
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- February 16, 2023
Skin complaints are a common issue among dogs in Australia. Some of the most common symptoms of skin irritation in dogs include constant scratching and itching, hair loss, areas of small bumps on skin, redness or swelling, scaling, crusting, or hardening of the skin, dry skin, abnormal odour and excessive oil production. The most common skin conditions found in Australian dogs include flea allergy dermatitis (FAD), atopic dermatitis (AD), food allergies, contact dermatitis and pyoderma.
There are several medications that Australian vets use to treat dog skin complaints. Some of the most popular medicines include Apoquel which is an anti-itch tablet medication for pets with allergies, Cytopoint which is another anti-itch medication made - September 16, 2022
My dog has Heart Failure- Caring for your dog with Heart Disease
It is very scary to be told that your beloved pet has heart disease or heart failure. At least 10% of dogs have heart disease, and whilst it cannot be cured, you can manage the disease and give your dog a full and long life with proper care and treatment.
What is canine heart failure?
Canine Heart failure isn’t the same as a heart attack in humans! Heart disease in dogs or heart failure means that the dog’s heart isn’t able to pump sufficient blood to meet the body’s needs. As the dog’s heart performance declines, the symptoms increase. Importantly, heart failure in a dog
- September 16, 2022
My dog has Osteoarthritis - how can I care for my dog with canine osteoarthritis?
It is very worrying for pet owners to be told that your dog has Osteoarthritis (sometimes shortened to OA, and also called Degenerative Joint Disease or DJD). Sadly, this is a very common disease - it is estimated that 1 in 5 dogs will develop osteoarthritis in their life. Yet, whilst OA is progressive and degenerative, you and your vet can treat your dog, to maximise movement and comfort and to minimise pain.
What is osteoarthritis?
Canine Osteoarthritis refers to the medical condition when your pet has progressively worsening inflammation of a joint. In a healthy joint, which moves smoothly and painlessly, cartilage acts as a cushion - when the cartilage in the joint starts deteriorating, or breaking - September 14, 2022
My vet prescribed Redipred for my dog. What does that mean?
Prednisone and Prednisolone are corticosteroid drugs, used to treat a variety of illnesses in animals (as well as humans). It is sold in Australia for animal use under brand names including Redipred, Pred-X, Macrolone and Microlone. The different brands offer the same active
- September 13, 2022
My vet prescribed Neocort for my dog. What does that mean?
Neocort for dogs is a cream that combines antibiotic, anti-inflammatory and anaesthetic effect to help remove the pain and irritation of the skin lesion so that it can heal
Neocort is a topical cream that is often prescribed for dogs with skin irritation or skin conditions caused by neomycin-sensitive bacterial organisms. Neocort has three active ingredients and these work to make your dog more comfortable and heal in three different ways.
This article answers some of your common questions, such as how Neocort helps your dog, the dosage for Neocort, and the side-effects of Neocort for dogs.
How does Neocort help my dog?