Is My Pet a Healthy Weight? A Dog and Cat Owner’s Guide
Is My Pet a Healthy Weight? A Guide for Dogs and Cats Spring has arrived in Sydney. The days are getting longer, walks are becoming more appealing and, for many of us, thoughts inevitably [...]
Why Is My Cat Drinking More Water?
Is My Cat Drinking More Water Than Usual?If you've recently found yourself refilling your cat's water bowl more often, you're not imagining things. While some changes in water intake are perfectly normal, persistent excessive thirst [...]
Why Does My Dog Have Bad Breath?
Dog Bad Breath: When Should You Be Concerned? We've all experienced it. Your dog jumps up for a cuddle, rests their head on your lap, or proudly drops a slobbery tennis ball at your [...]
Why Is My Cat Losing Weight?
Why Is My Cat Losing Weight? Common Causes Explained Cats are masters at hiding illness. Unlike dogs, who often make it obvious when they're feeling unwell, cats can continue their normal routines while quietly [...]
Why Is My Dog Scooting?
Why Is My Dog Scooting? Anal Gland Problems Explained Few things catch a dog owner's attention faster than seeing their dog dragging their bottom across the carpet, lawn, or floor. While it might look [...]
Mobile Vet Normanhurst | At Home Vet Visits Sydney
When the Vet Comes to You: A Smarter Way to Care for Your Pet? For many of our pet owners across Normanhurst, Hornsby and Sydney’s Upper North Shore, visiting the vet has always been [...]
Autumn Pet Health Checklist for Sydney Dog and Cat Owners
Autumn Pet Health Checklist for Sydney Dog and Cat Owners As summer fades across Sydney’s Upper North Shore, many pet owners feel a sense of relief. The extreme heat has eased, beach trips slow [...]
Common Household Toxins for Pets in Australian Homes
Common Household Toxins for Pets in Australian Homes Most pet poisonings do not happen in parks or bushland. They happen in kitchens, bathrooms and back gardens, and they may have been caused by some [...]
How to Tell If Your Pet Is in Pain
How to Tell If Your Pet Is in Pain: Signs Dog and Cat Owners Should Not Ignore One of the most common questions we hear from pet owners is, “How do I know if [...]
What Happens During a Pet Health Check?
What Happens During a Pet Health Check? Dr Matt Explains Many pet owners book a veterinary appointment for vaccinations or when something seems wrong. Fewer think about what a routine health check actually involves. [...]
Tick Paralysis in Dogs and Cats
Tick Paralysis in Dogs and Cats: Sydney’s Hidden Danger As the warm months roll into Sydney’s North Shore and Hornsby District, one small parasite poses a big threat to our pets: the paralysis tick. [...]
When to Desex Your Pet
The Truth About Desexing: Health, Behaviour and Timing At Normanhurst Vet Practice, we’re often asked about the right time to desex a new puppy or kitten. It’s one of the most important decisions pet owners [...]
Pet Digestive Health Signs
Poo Patrol: What Your Pet’s Poo Say About Their Health? It’s not the most glamorous part of pet ownership, but every cat and dog owner knows that keeping an eye on your pet’s poo [...]
Pet Dental Health
August is Pet Dental Health Month… But Every Month Matters August is recognised across Australia as Pet Dental Health Month, a time to shine a light on the importance of oral care for our [...]
Obesity in Pets
Preventing Obesity in Pets: Tips for a Healthy Weight Obesity in pets is a growing concern across Australia, with studies showing that more than 40% of dogs and cats are classified as overweight or [...]