Halloween is a great excuse to get creative, whether you’re carving pumpkins, dressing up the kids or turning your front garden into a spooky spectacle. As Halloween becomes more popular in Australia, it’s also worth thinking about how our celebrations might affect the wildlife living right on our doorstep. From birds and possums to flying […]
Halloween is a great opportunity to get creative, dress up and enjoy some festive fun with the family. From spooky decorations and trick-or-treaters at the door to bowls of chocolate and lollies, there’s plenty to get excited about. But while we might love the extra activity, our pets don’t always see it the same way. […]
“I have pet insurance. Won’t it cover my pet’s dental?” We hear this surprisingly often… The answer is: It might—but you should never assume that it does. Dental care is one of the areas where Australian pet insurance policies vary considerably. Some policies exclude most dental disease altogether. Others may cover certain dental illnesses or […]
How much will my pet’s dental cost? It is one of the most reasonable—and most common—questions pet owners ask us. Unfortunately, it is also one of the few veterinary procedures where the completelyaccurate answer is often: We need to examine the mouth properly before we can know. That can be frustrating when you are trying […]
Is heartworm still a risk for dogs in Sydney? Recent clinical cases at Summer Hill Village Vet confirm that heartworm disease is returning to the Inner West. While annual injections previously made cases rare, changing weather patterns and mosquito activity mean heartworm prevention is now more critical than ever for Sydney pet owners. A Message […]
At Summer Hill Village Vet, we recognise that a pet isn’t “just a dog” or “just a cat”—they are family. When the time comes to say goodbye, the void they leave behind can be overwhelming. While our team is here to provide the most compassionate end-of-life care and palliative services, we also want to ensure […]
It’s not always easy to know what to do when lost cats and kittens turn up in your street or garden. Some cats are much-loved pets that roam freely, while others may be genuinely lost or unowned. How to Help a Found Cat Before acting, observe quietly — healthy, confident cats are often owned and […]
Cats are masters at hiding pain, especially when it comes to their teeth. Even with broken teeth, exposed nerves, and gum infections, most cats will still eat, purr, and act like everything’s fine. That’s why cat dental care in Summer Hill is such an important part of what we do. Dental disease in cats often […]
Short answer? Absolutely. And it’s more common than you think. Dog dental care in Summer Hill is something we talk about a lot at our clinic – and for good reason. Most dogs with dental disease keep eating like nothing’s wrong. They still wag their tails, chew bones, and seem perfectly happy. But beneath the […]
Downloadable/printable fact sheet Leptospirosis is a serious bacterial disease that affects dogs – and can even infect humans. Caused by Leptospira bacteria, the illness is spread through the urine of infected animals, particularly rats and dogs. Once it enters the environment, it can contaminate soil, puddles, and bedding – posing a risk for dogs that […]
Print friendly PDF of this post Feeding a cat with chronic kidney disease (CKD) requires special care. The right diet for a cat with kidney disease can help slow disease progression, manage symptoms, and keep your feline friend feeling their best. While prescription diets (like Hill’s k/d or Royal Canin Renal) are the gold standard, […]
