The Procter & Gamble Pet Care Company is voluntarily recalling some of the Eukanuba Veterinary Diets dry formulas and a limited number of Eukanuba specialised formulas as a precautionary measure. Select this link to download the official product safety recall message. Please note, not all Eukanuba and Iams pet foods are affected. If you have any concerns about the recall please contact the Eukanuba hotline on 1800 033 608 for a full refund and information about product disposal. As always we are also happy to provide any further information we have on hand, so do not hesitate to contact us.
We are sad to announce the departure of Veterinarian Dr Tim Mann. Dr Tim's last day was Wednesday 26th May and he is already sadly missed. Dr Tim had been with our clinic for two years and worked every Wednesday and most Saturdays with us. He is expanding his career to humanitarian work in India. We wish him well with his endeavours and hope to stay in touch. Thank you for all your hard work at the clinic and your fun personality, Tim.
We are proud to be supporting Melboune Zoo in one of their latest campagin 'They're Calling on You' mobile phone recycling program. The program aims to raise awareness of the issue of coltan mining. Coltan is a metal substance found in mobile phones and the illegal mining in the Congo River Basin in West Africa is threatening the survival of the mountain Gorilla and other primates through loss of habitat and violent unrest. By recycling your old or unused mobile phones you can help reduce the mining of coltan. Each time you recycle a mobile phone, a new phone will be made from your old phone.
Around this time of year pet owners often tell us their older pets are slowing down. Snoozing more, hesitant to jump up, walk or exercise as usual, trouble sitting or standing and general stiffness are just some of the things they mention. So is this common in older dogs and cats and is there something you can do to help?
Along with reports from veterinarians across Victoria, the Australian Veterinarian Association has released a notice on the increase in canine parvovirus cases being seen by practices and are warning all pet owners to make sure your dogs are up to date with vaccinations. This disease is highly contagious and tends to favour hot and humid conditions although can be found in the canine community throughout the year. Dogs that are particularly susceptible to parvovirus are young puppies and dogs that have not had their vaccination boosters.
We will be holding a First Aid seminar for our clients so come along and discover some interesting facts and great tips on First Aid. There will be talks on snake bite, bleeding, poisons and other emergency topics, as well as ensuring first aid readiness. Reservation is essential as limited seats are available.
Toy Poodles, Yorkshire Terriers, Maltese, Pomeranians and Shetland Sheepdogs are amongst the top canine breeds predisposed to periodontal disease according to Banfield's Applied Research and Knowledge (BARK) team located in the US.
Due to the fast development of Brunswick Central Veterinary Clinic we have been able to take on board two new Trainee Veterinary Nurses, Simone Angus and Merissa Govers.
It's time for your canine friends to socialise with your locals again! Come along with your pets and families, and join the Brunswick Central Veterinary Clinic team at our 'Barks in the Park.'
When: Thursday, 18th March 2010
Time: 5pm - 6.30pm
Where: Fleming Park, Brunswick
