Exporting your cat or dog to the UK

Exporting your cat or dog to the UK

What you need to know if exporting your pet to the UK. The UK PETS Scheme, allowing the entry of pets into the UK from NZ, has certain requirements. These are outlined below. Please read carefully. The entire process of preparing your pet for transport to the UK will...
Exporting your cat or dog to Australia

Exporting your cat or dog to Australia

Guide For Export Of Dogs & Cats To Australia It is advisable to make an appointment with one of our vets at least one month before travel to discuss export requirements so that unexpected delays can be avoided. Prior to travel, please consider these restrictions:...
Exporting your cat or dog to Australia

DNA Profiling for pets

We are all familiar with the uses of DNA testing of humans for identification of individuals and genetic profiling for certain diseases and traits. This technology is now available for our pets. No two individuals, other than identical twins or clones, share the same...
Exporting your cat or dog to Australia

Desexing your puppy

Details of De-sexing your puppy. Desexing removes the sexual urge from both dogs and bitches. Unless you are serious about showing or breeding, desexing is recommended for pet dogs living in an urban environment. Owners are often tempted to have at least one litter...
Dental Care and Periodontal Disease

Dental Care and Periodontal Disease

What is Periodontal Disease? Periodontal Disease, a form of Dental Disease, is a painful inflammatory condition involving bacteria attacking the gums, ligament and bony tissues which surround and support animals’ teeth. Most periodontal infections begin with plaque –...
Dental Care and Periodontal Disease

Caring For Your New Kitten

Congratulations on the purchase of your new kitten. Kittens are a lot of fun, but also a big responsibility and we hope that we will be able to help guide you through the different life stages of your kitten’s development. The relationship you develop with your kitten...