All pets require a minimum of one health check per year. On average, dogs age five to eight times faster than humans, allowing major health changes to develop in a relatively short amount of time. The risk of cancer, diabetes, obesity, arthritis, heart disease and other serious conditions all increase with age. However, a visit to us helps us diagnose, treat or even prevent health problems before they become life-threatening. 

Click here to learn more about health checks.  Routine vaccinations, flea and tick control and worming are also recommended. When you visit,  it is a good opportunity to ask us about nutrition, behaviour, and other issues you may be concerned about.

All pets require a minimum of one health check per year. On average, dogs age five to eight times faster than humans, allowing major health changes to develop in a relatively short amount of time. The risk of cancer, diabetes, obesity, arthritis, heart disease and other serious conditions all increase with age. However, a visit to us helps us diagnose, treat or even prevent health problems before they become life-threatening. 

Click here to learn more about health checks.  Routine vaccinations, flea and tick control and worming are also recommended. When you visit,  it is a good opportunity to ask us about nutrition, behaviour, and other issues you may be concerned about.

All pets require a minimum of one health check per year. On average, dogs age five to eight times faster than humans, allowing major health changes to develop in a relatively short amount of time. The risk of cancer, diabetes, obesity, arthritis, heart disease and other serious conditions all increase with age. However, a visit to us helps us diagnose, treat or even prevent health problems before they become life-threatening. 

Click here to learn more about health checks.  Routine vaccinations, flea and tick control and worming are also recommended. When you visit,  it is a good opportunity to ask us about nutrition, behaviour, and other issues you may be concerned about.

All pets require a minimum of one health check per year. On average, dogs age five to eight times faster than humans, allowing major health changes to develop in a relatively short amount of time. The risk of cancer, diabetes, obesity, arthritis, heart disease and other serious conditions all increase with age. However, a visit to us helps us diagnose, treat or even prevent health problems before they become life-threatening. 

Click here to learn more about health checks.  Routine vaccinations, flea and tick control and worming are also recommended. When you visit,  it is a good opportunity to ask us about nutrition, behaviour, and other issues you may be concerned about.

Click here to learn more about health checks.  Routine vaccinations, flea and tick control and worming are also recommended. When you visit,  it is a good opportunity to ask us about nutrition, behaviour, and other issues you may be concerned about.

Click here to learn more about health checks. 

Routine vaccinations, flea and tick control and worming are also recommended. When you visit,  it is a good opportunity to ask us about nutrition, behaviour, and other issues you may be concerned about.

Click here to learn more about health checks.  Routine vaccinations, flea and tick control and worming are also recommended. When you visit,  it is a good opportunity to ask us about nutrition, behaviour, and other issues you may be concerned about.

Click here to learn more about health checks.  Routine vaccinations, flea and tick control and worming are also recommended. When you visit,  it is a good opportunity to ask us about nutrition, behaviour, and other issues you may be concerned about.

Housing & Husbandry

Suitable bedding such as washable rugs, cushions or blankets need to be provided in a weatherproof kennel or indoors.  A secure area such as a dog-proof yard is essential. Your dog should never be left unsupervised when tethered.  

All dogs need daily exercise and mental stimulation to help avoid behavioural and health problems. Dogs view their human owners as being part of their pack and can develop behavioural issues if they feel neglected or excluded. It is also vitally important that dogs are socialised with people and other dogs from an early age in order to learn appropriate interactive behaviours. Click here to learn more on our puppy pre-school classes. 

Housing & Husbandry

Suitable bedding such as washable rugs, cushions or blankets need to be provided in a weatherproof kennel or indoors.  A secure area such as a dog-proof yard is essential. Your dog should never be left unsupervised when tethered.  

All dogs need daily exercise and mental stimulation to help avoid behavioural and health problems. Dogs view their human owners as being part of their pack and can develop behavioural issues if they feel neglected or excluded. It is also vitally important that dogs are socialised with people and other dogs from an early age in order to learn appropriate interactive behaviours. Click here to learn more on our puppy pre-school classes. 

Housing & Husbandry

Suitable bedding such as washable rugs, cushions or blankets need to be provided in a weatherproof kennel or indoors.  A secure area such as a dog-proof yard is essential. Your dog should never be left unsupervised when tethered.  

All dogs need daily exercise and mental stimulation to help avoid behavioural and health problems. Dogs view their human owners as being part of their pack and can develop behavioural issues if they feel neglected or excluded. It is also vitally important that dogs are socialised with people and other dogs from an early age in order to learn appropriate interactive behaviours. Click here to learn more on our puppy pre-school classes. 

Grooming & Feeding 

Nutrition is an important part of your dogs care. A healthy and balanced diet is essential, however not all diets are the same, meaning not one food fits each breed and life stage adequately.  Like humans, babies have different nutritional requirements compared to a middle aged adult. For this reason, we strongly recommend discussing diet to help keep your dog in good health.  Fresh water bowls must always be available for your dog. They should be kept clean and placed in the shade.

It is essential to keep your dogs teeth clean. A regular dental care routine will minimise tartar build-up on your pet’s teeth. Never give your dog cooked bones, as these can be brittle and easily splinter, causing harm to your dog.  For dental preventatives, click here to read our section on dentistry.

Grooming and brushing is essential, particularly for long-haired breeds. This helps remove dust, dead skin, loose hairs, grass seeds, and tangles and it also assists to shorten the coat moult, which occurs every autumn and spring. Dirty or smelly dogs should be bathed. However, keep in mind that frequent shampooing can strip the natural oils from the coat and cause skin dryness and irritation.  Speak to our vets regarding a suitable schedule for your pet. 

Grooming and brushing is essential, particularly for long-haired breeds. This helps remove dust, dead skin, loose hairs, grass seeds, and tangles and it also assists to shorten the coat moult, which occurs every autumn and spring. Dirty or smelly dogs should be bathed. However, keep in mind that frequent shampooing can strip the natural oils from the coat and cause skin dryness and irritation.  Speak to our vets regarding a suitable schedule for your pet. 

Pet Insurance

It's very exciting getting a new pet but like us, there are times when medical attention is needed.  Because we cannot predict the future, we strongly recommend that you insure your new dog. Please see our "Pet Insurance" section for more information.