All pets exported out of New Zealand must meet the requirements of the importing country. The Ministry for Primary Industries has negotiated export requirements and certificates for most animals. Export requirements describe the contents of an export certificate. Certificates are forms that need to be completed, are signed off by official veterinarians, and travel with your pet. […]
HOT DOGS!
We’ve got a very hot couple of days forecast for Hamilton this Sunday and Monday, so we thought it would be a good time to mention heat stroke in pets. Who gets heat stroke? We mainly see this condition in dogs. Rarely, cats can get heat stroke, but they are much less prone to it […]
Hyperthyroidism – How will this affect my cat?
Overactive thyroid glands are a common and serious problem in our older cats. However, if diagnosed early, hyperthyroidism can often be treated successfully. Signs of hyperthyroidism can be subtle when the disease is in its early stages, but the most common thing owners first notice is that their puss is eating well, or even seems […]
CARING FOR YOUR PUPPY
This information is a brief guide on some aspects of caring for your new puppy. If you would like more detailed information about any of the following topics, please contact us. VACCINATIONS All puppies (and adult dogs) must be vaccinated against the five main and potentially fatal viral diseases: Parvovirus, Distemper, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza and Hepatitis. […]
Life Jackets and DOGS!
Don’t All Dogs Swim? All dogs swim just fine, right? As a matter of fact, no. Some dogs just don’t take to the water at all well. Breeds with low body fat like Doberman, Pinschers, Greyhounds and Boxers can have trouble in the water. Older dogs may tire easily and breeds prone to hip dysphasia […]
Is your dog shaking his head??? This could be a sign of ear problems…..
Anyone can picture the image of a dog coming out of the water, giving himself a good shake, water going everywhere, the ears flapping round like a propeller. Didn’t he have a good time? It’s great fun isn’t it? But what if your dog shakes his head during a normal walk, or while you’re at […]
Feeding Rabbits…….
Many rabbit ailments that we see at Newstead Vets are a result of incorrect feeding, and could have been prevented. Problems with teeth and digestion especially, can often be traced back to an inadequate diet. In the wild, rabbits spend long periods of time grazing and the way we feed them as pets needs to […]
Constipation in your Pet……
This information will help you to prevent constipation in your pet. There are many diseases, which can lead to constipation. Apart from the common ones discussed here, constipation can be due to excessive hair accumulation, perineal hernias, arthritis, lack of exercise (especially old or unwell pets), malfunctioning colon in cats, and tumors. Diet Related Constipation […]
Dental Disease in Cats and Dogs….
Dental disease is one of the biggest disease problems in cats and dogs. 95% of pet cats and dogs will suffer some form of dental disease in their lifetime. As your pet eats, food particles will naturally accumulate on and in-between the tooth’s surfaces. Bacteria in the mouth digest these particles to form plaque. As […]
Cat and Dog Obesity…..
Are you aware of the growing (quite literally) problem of obese cats and dogs?? Stats are showing that 1/3 of owned dogs and 25% of owned cats are all obese. This can result in diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, joint problems and a lower life expectancy than a healthy pet. A lot of the problem is […]