Albany Veterinary Hospital

Albany Veterinary Hospital Excellence Through Knowledge & Compassion

We are a team of committed professionals who provide a high qualitiy, compassionate service for our patients & their two legged family.

Introducing your dog to a new puppy pal should be fun. However, we all know that not all pets get along, particularly if...
02/01/2025

Introducing your dog to a new puppy pal should be fun. However, we all know that not all pets get along, particularly if it’s their first time meeting. 🐾

To prevent any faux pas, make sure to always introduce new dogs slowly and on neutral ground (such as the local park). You know your dog best – if they are the life of the party, it probably won’t take long for friendships to be made. However, if they are a little introverted or standoffish, take extra time for intros.

For more advice on introducing new pets, contact our team today! 🌟

Australians love the beach, and our dogs are generally no different. 🌊 However, it’s important to always monitor your pe...
26/12/2024

Australians love the beach, and our dogs are generally no different. 🌊 However, it’s important to always monitor your pets when they swim at the beach. 🐾

Every year, dozens of pets suffer salt water ingestion or aspiration, either through drinking salt water or inhaling it accidentally. Call your vet if you’re worried your pet might have ingested or inhaled salt water.

It’s going to be a hot summer this year! ☀️ Ensure your pets stay cool by keeping an eye on the weather and always provi...
24/12/2024

It’s going to be a hot summer this year! ☀️ Ensure your pets stay cool by keeping an eye on the weather and always providing them with plenty of shade, a cool, well-ventilated space, and lots of fresh water.

If you have particularly vulnerable pets, consider taking extra precautions to ensure they stay cool this summer. 🐰

’Tis the season for family catch-ups and feasting! 🎄 While the delicious festive foods are a highlight of this time of y...
19/12/2024

’Tis the season for family catch-ups and feasting! 🎄 While the delicious festive foods are a highlight of this time of year, they can also present a risk to our pets. Every Christmas, we unfortunately see dogs develop pancreatitis after eating high-fat foods. 🍗 Avoid feeding your dog fatty scraps, meats, and greasy foods as these can trigger episodes of pancreatitis.

Have you ever taken your dog for a walk only for them to have some vomiting or diarrhoea afterward? 🤢 It’s not uncommon ...
17/12/2024

Have you ever taken your dog for a walk only for them to have some vomiting or diarrhoea afterward? 🤢 It’s not uncommon for dogs to pick things up during a walk, particularly at high-traffic areas like dog parks. 🐕

If you aren’t sure what your dog ate or they seem unwell, get them checked by a vet. Don’t ignore gastro symptoms after a walk. 📞

Follow our two tips to become a master of dog walking etiquette! 🐶Always have effective control over your dog. This mean...
12/12/2024

Follow our two tips to become a master of dog walking etiquette! 🐶

Always have effective control over your dog. This means either using a leash or reliable recall. If your dog doesn’t always come when called, they should be on a leash. We recommend solid leashes fixed to a harness or well-fitted collar. 🐕‍🦺

Always carry dog poo bags and pick up after your dog. 🧴 Ensure to dispose of this waste in an appropriate bin.

A snake bite is always an emergency. 🐍 If your pet is bitten by a snake, make sure you apply first aid then call and vis...
10/12/2024

A snake bite is always an emergency. 🐍 If your pet is bitten by a snake, make sure you apply first aid then call and visit your nearest vet for help, as snake bite patients require antivenom as soon as possible.

🚑 First aid includes limiting movement of the affected limb, keeping your dog as quiet and calm as possible, applying a pressure bandage if available, and heading to your nearest vet clinic.

“Bee”, “Luna” & “BingoAbsent “Bluey” & “Mac”Class graduated 04/12/2024Congratulations pups! You all did super 😊🐾
07/12/2024

“Bee”, “Luna” & “Bingo
Absent “Bluey” & “Mac”
Class graduated 04/12/2024
Congratulations pups! You all did super 😊🐾

As temperatures climb, the surfaces our dogs walk on can become searingly hot. 🥵While many people know pavement and bitu...
05/12/2024

As temperatures climb, the surfaces our dogs walk on can become searingly hot. 🥵

While many people know pavement and bitumen can get too hot for our dog’s paws, it’s important to remember sand can also burn delicate paw pads. 🐾

If you visit the beach on a hot day, make sure your dog has plenty of access to shade and consider visiting early in the morning or late in the day to avoid the highest temperatures.

If you’re planning on going camping with your dog this summer, make sure you prepare ahead of time to ensure a successfu...
03/12/2024

If you’re planning on going camping with your dog this summer, make sure you prepare ahead of time to ensure a successful trip. 🏕️ Research the area you are travelling to and check where the nearest veterinarian is located, in case your pet becomes unwell. Bring all of their medication, food, and plenty of clean water for the duration of the trip. 🐕 Ensure their parasite control and vaccinations are up to date!

If your cat becomes anxious or temperamental in unfamiliar environments, 🐾 you may naturally feel a little concerned abo...
28/11/2024

If your cat becomes anxious or temperamental in unfamiliar environments, 🐾 you may naturally feel a little concerned about taking them to a boarding facility.

Here are our team’s top tips for easing less easy-going cats into boarding:

Let the boarding facility know about your cat’s behavioural quirks, so they can give them a little extra TLC from the get-go 💼
Consult our vets about safe options for decreasing your cat’s stress 🐱 – depending on your pet, this may involve calming sprays, supplements, or prescribed medications
Ask the boarding facility about how you can help your cat settle in – this may involve supplying familiar bedding, treats or food 🛏️

For more personalised feline behavioural advice, consult our “clawsome” team!

Can puppies and kittens go into boarding? 🐕🐱 With the right preparation: yes!We’d recommend that young pets only attend ...
26/11/2024

Can puppies and kittens go into boarding? 🐕🐱 With the right preparation: yes!

We’d recommend that young pets only attend boarding facilities once they have received all their puppy/kitten vaccinations, to ensure that they are protected against common infectious diseases. You should also double-check the specific vaccination policies of your boarding facility to confirm that your pet meets their admission criteria. ✅

Additionally, it’s important to ensure that your pet is up to date with effective parasite prevention and will remain covered for the duration of their stay.

For personalised advice on the safest infection protection for your pet, consult our knowledgeable veterinary team!

If you’re planning to leave your cat in care whilst you go away on holidays 🏖️, it’s sensible to take a few precautions ...
21/11/2024

If you’re planning to leave your cat in care whilst you go away on holidays 🏖️, it’s sensible to take a few precautions to ensure they’ll be able to receive prompt veterinary treatment if required.

Have a discussion with the cattery staff (or individual pet sitter/carer) regarding any pre-existing health issues your pet has, and provide the contact details of your regular veterinary clinic. 🐾

It’s also a good idea to clarify your basic wishes for if your cat were to suffer an emergency illness or injury – this may involve a monetary limit that you would automatically consent to for any urgent veterinary diagnostics or treatment.

For more information about emergency care for your feline friend, consult our helpful team.

With pets and people getting out and about more in the warmer weather ☀️, we’d like to remind dog owners about the impor...
19/11/2024

With pets and people getting out and about more in the warmer weather ☀️, we’d like to remind dog owners about the importance of consistent parasite prevention for helping to keep your pet safe!

Any dog that goes outdoors should be kept up to date with regular flea and intestinal worm prevention.

🐶 If you and your pet live in or visit a region where ticks and heartworm are present in the environment, they should also receive consistent protection against these potentially life-threatening parasites too.

For personalised advice on the safest and most thorough protection for your pet, consult our parasitology-proficient team!

If you’re planning on booking your feline friend into a cattery, 🏨 you will be required to ensure that their vaccination...
14/11/2024

If you’re planning on booking your feline friend into a cattery, 🏨 you will be required to ensure that their vaccinations are up to date. What does this involve?

Most catteries require adult cats to have received at least an F3 vaccination (against feline herpesvirus, feline calicivirus and feline panleucopaenia) within the last 12 months. Ideally, this should have been administered at least 14 days prior to boarding to ensure maximum protective effect. 🐱

Vaccination requirements for young kittens can vary, so it’s a good idea to check with the cattery as to their individual policies.

For more information on feline vaccination, consult our knowledgeable team!

Have you heard of CIRDC in dogs?CIRDC refers to Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex - a newer term for the con...
12/11/2024

Have you heard of CIRDC in dogs?

CIRDC refers to Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex - a newer term for the contagious respiratory illness traditionally known as kennel cough. 😷

This new name alludes to the fact that the disease can be caused by a variety of different viruses and bacteria, and that dogs can contract this respiratory illness even when not attending a boarding facility.

For a personalised assessment on your pet’s risk of contracting CIRDC and how you can help to protect them, consult our cough-conscious veterinary team. 🐾

“Sage”, “Teddy”, “Max” & “Murphy”Absent “Loki”Class Graduated 23/10/24Well done everyone 🐾
07/11/2024

“Sage”, “Teddy”, “Max” & “Murphy”
Absent “Loki”
Class Graduated 23/10/24
Well done everyone 🐾

Should you book boarding or a pet sitter for your dog when you go away on holidays? 🌞Staying consistent with a familiar,...
07/11/2024

Should you book boarding or a pet sitter for your dog when you go away on holidays? 🌞

Staying consistent with a familiar, high-quality holiday care environment will help your pet to settle in more quickly and easily.

If your pet is a social butterfly, 🐕 they will likely enjoy attending a boarding facility where they get to play with other friendly dogs. However, if your pet is on the quieter side or has any significant behavioural or health issues, it may be worthwhile employing a pet sitter (or wheedling favours from a responsible family member or friend!) who can care for them in a calmer home environment. 🏡

For more advice on safe holiday care for pets, consult our caring team.

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