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Bellambi Vet Blog
Dr Liz from Russell Vale Animal Clinic is the author of this blog. This is all about people, animals and veterinary life, day to day. It is full of information, opinion, and stories of the hidden aspects of a (mad) veterinarians life.
Dental care at home and in the clinic
Do you know why staying on top of your pet’s dental hygiene is so important?
Without regular, effective cleaning measures, your pet’s teeth will naturally accumulate plaque, a sticky bacteria-laden film.
Is your senior pet struggling with toileting? Learn how to help!
As dogs reach their senior years, they can unfortunately become a little “hit or miss” with their toileting.
Common things occur commonly!
Gut upset is one of the most common health problems that we see in our animal patients.
Saving your pet: A basic guide to resuscitation
If your pet ever suffers a serious illness or injury, you may have to consent to veterinary resuscitation procedures being performed on them.
A double dose of dog: Joys & challenges with two pups
If you’re contemplating getting a second dog or adopting two pups at once, it’s important to consider the potential benefits and difficulties of becoming a double-dog household.
Pet anxiety: Understanding the signs, causes, and ways to help
Increased heart rate. Increased breathing rate. Dilated pupils. Raised blood pressure. What’s going on?
Pet Food in all Forms
Some of the most common pet care questions we field are related to diet, and what will be the healthiest, safest, and tastiest diet for a much-beloved pet.
Do you have a “Hot spot” for me?
“Hot Spots” in our canine patients, can come up very quickly ( a matter of hours), but it can take days (or even weeks) to clear up. There are many causes for the “hot spot”, hence having a friendly relationship with your vet does help in sorting out the whys and wherefores.
Dr Liz’s tips on How to Wash your Dog
I call this the “12 steps on how to wash your pet “, with the focus being that this is all about choosing the RIGHT shampoo for the RIGHT condition.
Getting the most out of your veterinary visits
Did you know that there are a few simple ways to ensure that you and your pet get the most value out of each veterinary visit?








