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24.01.2022 It's National guide dogs month! This month we are reminded to honour our Guide Dogs in Australia and celebrate how they are responsible for making such a positive difference to the lives of the blind and low vision community.
24.01.2022 Great blog post by our friends at Australian Dog Lover! Keep your dogs safe this Christmas by looking out for these doggy dangers!
20.01.2022 Wishing you a fabulous New Years Eve, plus a gentle reminder regarding fireworks tonight (both scheduled and unscheduled). Fireworks are very noisy and are a cause of anxiety for many dogs and cats. Anxiety and panic means dogs may try to hide, scratch at and break doors to get inside to 'safety' or jump fences and try to run away. They may become lost, injured, or run into oncoming traffic, risking life. Tips to help with fireworks anxiety:... 1. Bring them inside with you. 2. Provide a safe spot. Make sure your pet is safe, secure and unable to injure themselves before the fireworks have begun. Is there a place or room they like to hang out in? This is where they feel safest and would be the best area to keep them in. Confining them somewhere where they don't feel safe can lead to increased anxiety. So even if they're hiding in a safe but weird spot, best not to disturb. 3. Have blinds down to reduce the flashes of light. Background noise is also really helpful. 4. Garments. Products like a thunder shirt. They apply gentle, constant pressure to a stressed dog that is shown to be calming similar to swaddling an infant. 5. Phermones, some pheromones ares stress reducing for both cats and dogs. We're on standby if you need some online Vet support, till midnight AEST/AEDT. As always, have fun and stay safe! - Claire & the Vetchat team
20.01.2022 It's #Adopt a Less-Adoptable Week (September 21-27) and no we are not recommending you to drop everything to adopt a pet now! Research is recommended for any current or new pet owners and know that Vetchat is here every step of the way. Like our lovely customer - Maruschka who reviewed "Having adopted an adult cat, our first pet in quite a few years, I have a lot of questions regarding things like dental health and allergic reactions to plants, etc. I have had several extremely helpful online chats with Vet Assist, which were very reassuring and have guided me on this new pet ownership journey." We love helping our customers along their new pet journey!
19.01.2022 Whats your go to way of spoiling your dog? Treats? Doggy day spa? Unlimited walks? We would love to know your signature style of dog pampering!
19.01.2022 Test your knowledge with another of our #truthortail questions! Comment your guess below and stay tuned for the answer. #puppy
18.01.2022 Vetchat wishes dads of all kinds, a Happy Fathers Day!
18.01.2022 Get festive this Christmas for you and your cat. Be ready and avoid common mistakes when accomodating a new pet into your holiday celebrations. With these 5 tips, make sure all your cat's catching this season is a Christmas Spirit and not an upset stomach! https://blog.vetchat.com.au/5-tips-to-keep-your-cat-safe-t/
18.01.2022 It's National Cat Lovers Month this December! How are you celebrating your precious cats this month?
17.01.2022 Happy Holidays from the team at #vetchat, have fun and be safe!
17.01.2022 We can't get enough of those white gloves! Tag a #birman or birman x parent or lover below
16.01.2022 Like all animals guinea pigs need a balanced diet too! Make sure your little furry animals receive the correct dose of vitamin C!
16.01.2022 Don't mistake the name for an abbreviation of grilled noodles. Tag a #groodle or groodle x parent or lover below #dog #vetchat
16.01.2022 Deaf Pet Awareness Week: September 24 - October 1 We love our pets no matter what condition theyre in! Lets appreciate how deaf pets communicate with us with fewer senses. BLOG: Check out the article below to learn how to identify if your dog is deaf. https://blog.vetchat.com.au/how-can-you-know-if-your-dog-is
16.01.2022 Here's an overview of this year's April holiday celebrations, so get ready to note these down on your calendar. Comment what holidays you'll be looking forward to this month! #petholidays #vetchat
15.01.2022 Let's celebrate our beautiful and lovely Siamese cats today (and everyday)! Happy #nationalsiamesecatday to these wonderful cats. Do you have a Siamese cat? What personality traits do you love about this breed. Comment below!
14.01.2022 A balanced diet is key for dogs of all ages and breeds. Make sure your dog's diet it catered to their needs.
11.01.2022 Fire burns are affecting many pets in and around fire affected areas, and although it is critical to get pets with burns Veterinary treatment as quickly as possible, sadly, many people cant access a Vet as they are cut off by the fires. If you find yourself without help, weve written a blog post on Fire Burn Care for Cats and Dogs, which you can read here: https://blog.vetchat.com.au/fire-burn-care-for-cats-and-do/ QUICK TIPS: ... * Use appropriate measures so that you are not bitten * Rinse the eyes of pets exposed to fire * Within 2 hours of a minor burn, cooling the area with cool water for 30 minutes can really help * Infection prevention with daily flushing to remove dirt and debris followed by safe topical antibacterial agents * Non-Adherent bandaging to protect affected area, changed daily * Confine in a safe, warm, clean space with water, love and nutrition, and see Vet as soon as accessible. Stay safe, Your Vetchat Vets
10.01.2022 Their motto is to be the most glamorous and comfy. Tag a #persian or persian x parent or lover below #cat
10.01.2022 It's magpie swooping season! If you do find yourself being swooped at whilst walking or cycling, make sure that you're protected. Read our short blog article to learn how! https://blog.vetchat.com.au/magpie-swooping-season/
10.01.2022 Here's an overview of this year's March holiday celebrations, so get ready to note these down on your calendar. Look out for poisons substances in your home and appreciate your professional pet sitters this week. We're especially looking forward to 'Respect Your Cat Day!' Comment what holidays you'll be celebrating this month! #petholidays #vetchat
08.01.2022 A drooling big ol' pup! Tag a #boxer or boxer x parent or lover below #dog #vetchat
08.01.2022 With an extremely sick puppy and no vet open in hindsight, "You went out of your way to contact an out of hours vet." Connect with our vets in minutes like Loretta did.
08.01.2022 It's International guide dogs Day! Today we are reminded to honour our Guide Dogs around the world and celebrate how they are responsible for making such a positive difference to the lives of the blind and low vision community.
08.01.2022 Dogs and cats are not a source of COVID-19 infection. WHO advise that there is no evidence that a dog, cat or any pet can transmit COVID-19 to people, please look after yourselves and your pets at this difficult time, more here: https://bit.ly/vetchat_covid19
07.01.2022 It's Poison Prevention Awareness Month this March, here's a list of available resources Vetchat has to offer in regards to toxins. Be aware of each toxin you can find around the home and prevent your pets from consuming something that could potentially harm them. https://blog.vetchat.com.au/category/toxins/
06.01.2022 Tag a #devonrex or devonrex x parent or lover below #cat #vetchat
06.01.2022 Cater to your dog's needs and determine what's best for your size of dog. Know that unrestricted play is best!
05.01.2022 A reminder to watch out for your pet's health and weight with Pet Obesity Awareness Day (October 9). Check out our free resources at: https://www.vetchat.com.au/resource/infographic/9 https://www.vetchat.com.au/resource/infographic/8
04.01.2022 Show off your new found knowledge by calling a baby echidna, 'puggle.' What other baby animal names do you know that are surprising to hear? Comment your answers below! #babyanimals
04.01.2022 It's the second Sunday of September and we recommend you to hug your hound (of course more than you already do!) There is more to this day than just cuddling up with your pet - this is an opportunity to get down to their eye level and observe the world from their perspective. Maybe you'll find a broken toy below the cupboard or old piece of food that has fallen off the counter. Check the yard for any toxic plants that may have crawled through the cracks! Not only will they enjoy your company, but they will thank you for making their home more safe and secure to freely explore again.
03.01.2022 Were certainly not superstitious this #halloween. Lets spread the good that our beautiful black cats do, share your pics and stories with us!
03.01.2022 The fires in Australia have already caused an estimated half a billion animal lives lost as per the University of Sydney, and so many more ill, injured or left without access to food and water. In an ideal situation, it is critical that animals with fire related injuries and burns receive Veterinary treatment as quickly as possible. Sadly, many people cant access a Vet, and wild life rescue groups cant get in, as they are cut off by the fires. If youre not sure what to d...o or what your options are, weve written some tips on how to help Wildlife in the fires: https://blog.vetchat.com.au/how-to-help-wildlife-in-the-fi/ QUICK TIPS: * Call the local Vet or wildlife rescue professional for species specific advice first * Assess the situation from a distance, write down the location etc, and use appropriate measures so that you are not bitten. * If you can safely do so, place the animal in a darkened (and ventilated) cardboard box * Handling and physical restraint can be very stressful for wild animals. When they are already unwell, the extra stress can be enough to tip them over the edge. Handling should be minimised and stopped if the animal is becoming distressed. * Straight to the Vet clinic In cases transport is impossible, or rescue cannot quickly attend: * Water orally is okay for alert animals who can swallow * Stress must be minimised, if overheated - provide a safe, quiet, cool place with water and you can spray water on the feet and mouth (only on mouth if they can swallow). * Arrange for a Vet as soon as accessible. Who to call for wildlife help? *Nearest Veterinarian. *NSW Wires Wildlife Rescue 1300 094 737 https://www.wires.org.au/ *Victoria Wildlife Victoria 03 8400 7300 https://www.wildlifevictoria.org.au/ Stay safe, Your Vetchat Vets
03.01.2022 Let's kick off this Easter long weekend with extra care to what our pets are consuming. Don't be fooled by those puppy dog eyes and feed them something potentially toxic to their system. Here's a short guide on what not to feed to your dogs this Easter: https://blog.vetchat.com.au/what-not-to-eat-for-fur-kids-t/ Remember to stay safe and have fun this Easter!
01.01.2022 Tail! Dogs are omnivores! This also means that dogs cannot follow a strict vegetarian or vegan diet. Adjust to the needs of the dog and keep a balanced diet! #dogdiet #dogfood
