Nutrition- for your Kitten

Nutrition- for your Kitten

Nutrition – for your Kitten Why is nutrition important to my kitten? We have all heard the expression ‘you are what you eat’ and this is never more true than in the young growing kitten. Proper development of the teeth, bones, internal organs etc...
Nutrition- for your puppy

Nutrition- for your puppy

Nutrition- for your puppy Why is nutrition important? We have all heard the expression ‘you are what you eat’ and this is never more true than in the young, growing puppy. Proper development of the teeth, bones, internal organs etc relies upon supply of...
Worming Your Cat

Worming Your Cat

Why do I need to worm my cat? All cats need regular worming to ensure control of roundworm, hookworm and tapeworm. These three worm types live in the stomach or intestines and can cause vomiting and diarrhoea, though more commonly they lead to general poor condition...
Worming Your Dog

Worming Your Dog

Why should I worm my dog? Worms are a common cause of ill-health in dogs and can cause symptoms ranging from loss of appetite, pot belly, vomiting and diarrhoea, coughing, anaemia and even death. Dogs are affected by four worm types in New Zealand—roundworms,...
Whelping bitches – notes for owners

Whelping bitches – notes for owners

Whelping Bitches – notes for owners Is your Bitch about to Whelp? These notes are designed to allow your bitch to have a trouble free whelping, and to help you understand the process. If things do go wrong you are then better informed as to when to seek help....
Vaccinating your rabbit

Vaccinating your rabbit

Rabbit Vaccinations Why should I vaccinate my rabbit? Rabbit Calicivirus Disease (RCD) is one of the main causes of death in pet rabbits in Marlborough and all pet rabbits should be vaccinated against this. What is RCD? RCD was introduced illegally into New Zealand in...