Buying a Frenchie? Here are the 5 things you need to know about French Bulldogs… At Southern Animal Health we loooooove French Bulldogs – and we see a lot of them. So we thought we’d share with you some important health care information about the breed. 1. They are awesome dogs – fun, active and […]
Toxic Food and Plants For Your Pet
In everyday households, there are several common foods and plants that can cause mild to severe reactions and even death in some circumstances to your pet. This is our comprehensive list of household items to be careful and aware of: Alcohol Chocolate Coffee and Caffeine (Including Pods, Beans, Grounds & Tea Bags) Citrus Avocado Fat […]
Megaoesophagus Signs and Symptoms
You may be aware of the recent and concerning news regarding the deaths and illness of Victoria Police dogs and at least three pet dogs due to Megaoesophagus. An investigation has been launched to search for the link between the ‘rare’ cluster illness and the consumption of Advance Dermocare dry food. Manufacturer Mars Petcare Australia has voluntarily recalled Advance Dermocare dry dog food […]
The Limping Dog – 10 Most Common Causes of Lameness
Our vets here at Southern Animal Health have a special focus on canine lameness as well as many years of experience in its diagnosis and treatment. We are proud to provide many treatment and surgical options for limping dogs that other general practice clinics do not offer. Specialist surgical procedures can also be performed within […]
Summer Heat: Killer of Dogs with Laryngeal Paralysis
A specific concern in these hot months are medium to large middle to older aged dogs with possible Laryngeal Paralysis (or LP). Laryngeal Paralysis is a condition whereby the larynx (the opening at the start of the treachea or windpipe), no longer works properly due to a partial or complete paralysis. This condition can be […]
Adoption Day at SAH!
We’ve been busy little bees at SAH headquarters in preparation for our first ever adoption day! Having worked closely with Forever Friends Animal Rescue for many years already, we have recently combined forces in an even greater capacity, so that we can assist them with the extremely important work they do of looking after and […]
Laryngeal Paralysis and TPLO Cruciate Repair
Harry is an 11 year old Golden Retriever who was being treated with rest and pain killers for arthritis, because he had recently been limping on his left back leg, slowing down a lot of recent times, and breathing with some effort when he was on his walks. This diagnosis and treatment recommended by Harry’s previous […]
Kittens for Adoption at SAH!
** UPDATE: All our gorgeous kittens were successfully adopted. Thanks for your inquiries. If you’re smitten for kittens then we have four beautiful males looking for their furever homes! These kittens have been health checked and are available for adoption from us at SAH. Their adoption fee is $220 and this is to allow us […]
Kitten for Adoption!
Meet MJ Kitten! MJ is looking for an amazing furever home, is that with you? As you will see from our video, MJ is full of beans and love. She is a 10 week old domestic medium hair kitten and she simply loves to play and climb. We are asking for a $250 donation which […]
Missing: Zuri the Whippet Dog from Edithvale
A very worried owner phoned us regarding his Whippet – “Zuri” who went missing today in the stormy weather we just encountered. If you sight her, please phone us at Southern Animal Health on 9584 61000 or you may call her owner Patrick direct on 0488 477 959. Zuri’s Profile Date Lost: 29/12/16 Sex: Female Lost […]