by Jess Drummond | Mar 3, 2021 | Bravery Award, Community, Patient of the Month, Pet Advice, Uncategorized
Hollie a 6-year-old German Short-Haired Pointer presented to BVH for vomiting back in February. With a history of gastrointestinal upsets, Dr. Kim administered anti-nausea medication, prescribed a bland diet and sent Hollie home for close monitoring. With no obvious...
by Jess Drummond | Mar 2, 2021 | Community, Uncategorized
Are your kids looking for something to do this Easter? Why not join in our Easter colouring competition! With something for everyone, show us your creative side and download our entry form. ENTRIES CLOSE TUESDAY 6TH APRIL HOW TO ENTER Download the entry...
by Jess Drummond | Feb 9, 2021 | Bravery Award, Community, Patient of the Month, Pet Advice, Uncategorized
Hip dysplasia is the most common inherited orthopaedic disease in dogs and can affect many breeds. This condition ultimately leads to arthritis, which is painful and debilitating. Here at the Berwick Veterinary Hospital we recommend Penn Hip screening of all patients,...
by Jess Drummond | Feb 9, 2021 | Community, Uncategorized
With Australia in the midst of Summer, it’s a great time to talk about what we can do to keep our pets cool. Old, young, unwell and brachycephalic (short nosed) animals are particularly heat intolerant – so being proactive pays off. 1. Ensure...
by Jess Drummond | Feb 9, 2021 | Community, Pet Advice, Uncategorized
Rabbits don’t tolerate heat well and are more susceptible to heat stroke than humans – so if you’re feeling hot this Summer, just imagine how your little bunny must be feeling! Rabbits can’t sweat like humans, instead they rely on a panting action and their ears to...
by Jess Drummond | Jan 12, 2021 | Community, Pet Advice, Promotions, Uncategorized
The COVID lifestyle has become the ‘new norm’, spending most of 2020 in lockdown, together with our furry friends – but what happens now, as restrictions begin to ease? We love being with them, and they love being with us – so it’s been a great situation right? As our...