Articles written by our head veterinarian, Dr Stephen Cutter. All content is copyright and may not be re-used without written permission.
Most dogs do it occasionally but if your dog repeatedly drags their backside across the ground then it probably has one of two problems. It either has worms or its anal glands are full. Worms can be easily dealt with…
Sally was a very pregnant Jack Russell Terrier. While most cats and dogs give birth to their young without any problems at all, Sally was not that lucky. She had chosen the father of her pups poorly. The father was…
About this time of year I see a lot of sick and dying pet baby blue tongue lizards and bearded dragons. Often it is the person’s first pet that they got a few months ago. The lizard is now depressed,…
Cancer. The very word strikes fear in even the bravest souls. Unfortunately it is common and I see pets with some form of cancer everyday. We all have a fear of this disease. Many owners will put off a trip…
With the arrival of cane toads in the Darwin region it is important how to recognise if your pet has been poisoned by a cane toad and what to do if it has. Firstly the good news. Most dogs and…
We often receive calls about dogs who have been up all night coughing. Their owners are often distressed and worried that the dog has something stuck in its throat. Canine cough (Kennel cough), rather than something stuck, is often the…
All native reptiles are protected and you may need a license to keep any in captivity. It is illegal to keep exotic (non-Australian) reptiles in captivity. The following species do not require a permit: Centralian blue-tongued Lizard Tiliqua multifasciata Central…
As the density of the Territory’s human population increases so too does the Territory’s cat population. With this increase in cat density, the incidence of cat flu is also increasing. This happens for the same reason that kids constantly catch…
Despite the saying “to fight like cats and dogs” in most cases cats and dogs can and do live together amicably, especially if they have been brought up with one another. On the other hand you have always had a…
Chickens make great pets and they are surprisingly popular. We often have people bringing in their sick or injured chook. Their owners are often embarrassed about admitting that they care but they shouldn’t be! Chickens can be very engaging, friendly…