Category Archives: Dogs

Stay Sun Safe!

Stay Sun Safe!
The summer sun is well and truly here, and just like us, our pets’ skin can become quickly damaged by the sun and even develop aggressive skin cancers as a result. Pets that are most at risk are those that have white or light coloured hair, skin that is exposed or only covered with thin…
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Is your furry friend protected against Leptospirosis?

Is your furry friend protected against Leptospirosis?
The recent outbreak of the traditionally “rare” infection in the inner west of Sydney has left many owners concerned for their dog’s safety. Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection which can result in vague signs of fever, vomiting, dehydration, loss of appetite and bloody stool or can progress to kidney and liver disease and sadly sometimes…
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Dandruff in dogs

Dandruff in dogs
Basil is a 4-month-old Mini Schnauzer who has recently joined his new family. He visited Uni Vets Camden as his family had noticed Basil was shedding a lot of dandruff. While it is important to stay clean and healthy, it turns out that Basil may have been bathed a few times too much! Over-bathing can…
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Arthritis in dogs

Arthritis in dogs
As they get older, our furry friends can start to develop mobility issues, much like humans. Arthritis is a common joint condition where the surfaces within the joint start to break down and grind on each other. It can cause pain and stiffness in our pets and can make it harder for them to partake…
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