Rat Poisons And Your Pet

Rat Poisons And Your Pet

Recently there has been a bit of a mouse and rat plague out in the suburbs around Highton, Grovedale, Waurn Ponds and beyond. How do I know this? Because there has been a number of dogs brought into us at South Valley Veterinary Clinic that have been accidentally...
A Word on Wonderful Wee!

A Word on Wonderful Wee!

At South Valley Veterinary Clinic we get excited about cat and dog pee! Well, to be absolutely honest, we are not quite so excited about it when it is splashed over our waiting room and front counter by enthusiastic dogs marking their territory! But we do love owners...
The Drop And Go Vet Visit!

The Drop And Go Vet Visit!

The holidays have flown by, and it’s hard to believe it is already February with the kids back at school (did I hear anyone cheering?!!), adults back at work, and after work/school sports, and other activities starting up again. Sound familiar? Sound hectic?! At...
My Dog’s Breath Really Stinks!

My Dog’s Breath Really Stinks!

This is a really common sentence we hear in consultations… and many cat owners have the same complaint! Or sometimes, when we are examining the pet in a routine consultation, we might ask if owners have ever noticed their pet has bad breath. They usually agree...
Are you being walked by your dog?

Are you being walked by your dog?

At South Valley Veterinary Clinic, we love to see people enjoying their pets. Seeing puppies graduate from our puppy school with new skills and learning to fit in with their new family is one of the really rewarding experiences of our profession. For many people,...
Six Ways To Help Pets Cope During Hot Days

Six Ways To Help Pets Cope During Hot Days

We have already been hit by some sweltering summer days this year and weather forecasters are predicting quite a few more. Our clinic is a nice place to be on a hot day as it has climate controlled air conditioning, but we need to make sure our beloved pets at home...