myPET Podcast

Do you feed your dog or cat bones? You probably should! But you need to know what is safe for your pet and why. Bones have many benefits for enrichment, nutrition and health but there are also some real dangers to feeding bones if precautions aren't taken. Dr Glenn and Bec cover the benefits of bones as well guidelines to follow when feeding bones to your pets to ensure that what you are feeding is safe and appropriate.

A healthy heart is essential for a healthy pet. Dr Glenn and Bec discuss the reasons why some pets develop heart failure, the signs to look out for and how it can be treated.

Bec and Dr Glenn bust the myth of winter fleas and remind you that fleas are around in the colder winter months. Don't let the cold weather make you think your pets are flea free otherwise you could have a huge breakout on your hands, particularly come spring time.

Dr Glenn and Bec discuss one of the most life threatening conditions in dogs known as Bloat. Within 30 minutes of the onset of symptoms a dog can die, this is dangerous and not something to be ignored. Know the signs, what to do and if your dog may be predisposed to fall victim.

Has your cat started weeing in places they never use to? Are they urinating in the cupboard, on the carpet or anywhere other than the litter tray? Dr Glenn and Bec discuss inappropriate urination, both the medical and behavioural causes and what you need to consider, and more importantly how to fix the problem.

Heartworm the deadly parasite that can take up residence in your dog or cats heart and potentially kill them, yet it is easily preventable. Bec and Dr Glenn discuss Heartworm, the facts, the dangers and just how easy it is to prevent it. Don't let a worm break your pets heart!

Scary question with a scary answer! Yes you could potentially harm or even kill your pet by what you feed them. Bec and Dr Glenn discuss some food dangers and explain conditions such as megaesophagus and polyneuroradiculitis which are caused by food and have both been responsible for recent deaths in dogs. Be sure to listen and learn about the dangers.

What household dangers are lurking around your home and garden? Dr Glenn and Bec will discuss some of the potentially dangerous and deadly things found around the house and yard which could have devastating affects on your pets. Don't let your pet fall victim to a preventable accident, listen to learn how to keep your pet safe.

For all new and expectant puppy owners to ensure that you are ready for the new four-legged family member. Dr Glenn and Bec discuss what you need to know and the things you should do when you are bringing home a new puppy. From sleeping arrangements and toileting to vaccinations and feeding plus much more.

If nothing else catches up with your cat chances are they will succumb to some level of kidney (renal) insufficiency or failure. Dr Glenn and Bec discuss what you need to know about renal/kidney problems in cats including the signs and symptoms that their kidneys aren't working properly, what a vet will do to diagnose kidney problems and how to treat them.