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Bowral Vet hospital continues to
grow!
Winter Newsletter June 2018
Bowral Veterinary Hospital
Winter Newsletter 2018
Bowral Veterinary
Hospital
78 Station Street Bowral NSW
2576
Phone: 4861 1444
Email:
info@bowralvethospital.com.au
Opening Hours:
Monday—Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday: 9am - 1pm
Sunday: 10am - 11am
After hours service:
Veterinary assistance is available 24/7. To
contact the on call veterinarian simply
phone the clinic and a message will provide
you with the on call veterinarians mobile
number.
Our Vets:
Dr Grant Poolman BVSc, MVSc
Dr Angus Hayes BVSC, MVSc
Dr Kay Weller BVSc (Hons)
MANCVS
Dr Kate Eppleston BVSc (Hons 1)
Dr Lucy Parker BVSc (merit)
Dr Samantha Ellis BVSc, BSc
(hons), PhD
Dr Eliza D’Arcy-Moskwa BVSc, B
Equine Sc
Our Support staff:
Practice manager—Angela
Ireland
Reception—Emma D'Arcy
Nurses—Renee Masters-Gilroy,
Shanay Toth, Madison Porter,
Teresa Harvey
Top tips for your pet over winter
Bowral Vets is expanding and we
have another new veterinarian that
has joined our team! Dr Eliza D'Arcy-
Moskwa has 2 years of veterinary
experience and has been in the
Highlands for the past 4 years. She
has a special interest in wildlife and
pocket pets, in particular guinea pigs
and rabbits. She has been a
wonderful addition to our team. If you
see her friendly face around the clinic
make sure to say hi!
1. Use coats and give access to
appropriate shelter if outside
for long periods of time.
2. Increase times between baths,
and make sure your pet is dried
thoroughly afterwards.
3. Continue to exercise.
4. Take special care of our older
furry friends.
5. Most importantly, make sure
you keep them warm!
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The truth about fleas...
Why are fleas a problem?
There are many reasons why fleas should be eradicated. In some patients, fleas can cause an allergic
reaction which can result in a more severe form of itching that will require medication to resolve. Fleas
also carry tapeworms, which can lead to further irritation and itching. In cases of severe flea burden pets
can become anaemic.
Do I need to give flea prevention over winter?
One of the common misconceptions people have is that they do not need to prevent fleas in the colder
months. Whilst the outside temperature may be cold, the inside of your home becomes a nesting ground
for these little creatures. If you don’t keep up with flea prevention, this could potentially lead to a flea
infestation inside the home.
Can I give dog flea treatment to my cat?
You need to be very careful when giving your cat canine flea prevention. Chemicals such as pyrethrins/
pyrethroids and organophosphates are toxic to cats.
Citrus extracts also have a toxic effect. It is always
best to use products that are specifically for use in
cats. If you are ever in doubt, please ask your vet.
My pet still has fleas, does that mean the preventative
is not working.
Most flea prevention works by killing the flea when it
bites the animal. This means that while your pet is on
flea prevention, you may still see fleas, particularly if
you still have them in the environment. The fleas
however, are killed before they have a chance to lay
more eggs, so over time you will see a reduction in
the flea burden.
Do no fleas on my pet mean no fleas in the home?
As the picture suggests, fleas are the tip of the iceberg. For every flea you see there are 50 eggs in the
environment, so it is important that you de-flea your home as well as your pet to prevent re-infestation.
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Options for the arthritic patient Animals of all ages and size can develop arthritis which can be a burden, particularly as
they get older. The good news is there are a number of ways in which this condition can
be managed so that the lives of our four-legged friends can be as comfortable as possible. These include;
Appropriate bedding: warm bedding in the colder months, preferably raised off the floor. The less your
pet has to lift itself the better
Weight loss: excess weight can add to the load on the joints which can speed up the progression of
arthritis.
Diet: there are commercially available foods that have been designed to improve some of the effects of
arthritis as well as help with weight control.
Exercise: should be gentle and controlled. Regular exercise keeps the muscles strong to support the
joints.
Massage the joint: this stimulates blood flow to the area as well as relieving any muscle stiffness.
Cartrophen injections: this can build up cartilage in the joints, thus reducing some pain.
Swimming: this is an exercise that is gentle on the joints, effective at loosening them up and assists in
weight loss.
Acupuncture: ancient Chinese remedy, works by releasing muscle spasms and ‘switching off’ pain
nerves.
Natural remedies/supplements: products such as green lip muscle (incl Antinol®), fish oil, chondroitin,
and glucosamine all work on the cartilage that make up the joints to improve strength and reduce damage.
Pain medication: this should be a last resort, however is a valuable tool for reducing pain.
If you ever have any concerns or would like to know more about these option, we are always happy to help.
Buster’s story is one of triumph in the battle
of the bulge.
Having been diagnosed with degenerative
joint disease and weighing 48kg, it was
important that Buster get the weight off to
reduce the pressure on his joints.
Something as simple as cutting his food back
from 3 cups to 2 cups a day, has meant that
Buster has lost 7kg in as many months. He is
looking happier, walking normally and is
even getting into a bit of a run now and then.
His owner has done a fantastic job, and
Buster is better for his efforts. It has also
meant he has reduced the dose of anti-
inflammatories he needs.
This is just one example of how
something as simple as a diet change and
weight loss can lead to a better quality of
life for our four-legged friends.
Well done Buster!
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