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Vital vaccinations
When it comes to keeping your pet healthy, vaccination is one of the most powerful tools we have. Vaccinations are safe. They have minimal (if any) side effects and we recommend you vaccinate your pet because, above all, they work. Quick Vaccination Facts:...
Bravery Award – October 2019
Meet Rudy – the three-year-old German Shepherd – a regular visitor of the Berwick Veterinary Hospital. Perhaps he was after a change of scenery, or merely wanted to keep his dedicated owners on their toes – either way, he managed to land himself a visit to the...
It’s all in the eyes
Pardon the pun, but you don’t have to be blind to see that your pet’s eyes are very important! Eye issues can be serious. That's why, if you notice anything unusual about your pet's eyes, it’s best to have them checked out ASAP. Conditions like conjunctivitis, corneal...
Bravery Award – September 2019 – Zak
Our bravery award this month goes to our very own nurse Mandy's labrador, Zak. Zak presented to the clinic for excessive panting, an inability to settle and in-coordination (ataxia) of the left hind leg. After careful examination, Zak was diagnosed with...
Kidney disease can be thirsty work
If your pet is thirstier than usual it could be a sign of kidney disease. The increase in thirst may only be subtle but if you find yourself filling up the water bowl more regularly or even notice your pet drinking from the shower recess, you should arrange a check-up...
Bravery Award – August 2019 – Tummy
Our Bravery Award this month goes to the well-deserved Tummy. When Tummy’s owners noticed he was having trouble urinating, they promptly scheduled a visit to see the BVH team. A thorough examination by Dr. Isabelle revealed an abnormally large bladder and...
Your award winning hospital of excellence
Here at Berwick Veterinary Hospital, we're committed to offering premium veterinary care and the very best service experience for pet owners. We've always aimed for excellence in our work and now this is being officially recognised with 'Hospital of Excellence'...
Itchy and scratchy
You don’t need us to tell you that an episode of itchy and scratchy can be extremely frustrating for your pet. If the cycle of itch, scratch, rub and lick it continues, it can leave your pet feeling uncomfortable, frustrated and downright miserable. Not to mention the...
Bravery Award – July 2019 – Buster
Meet Buster – a 5-year-old Domestic Short-hair. He paid Dr. Candace a recent Sunday visit with a limp tail. He was eating and drinking well but appeared to be having difficulty toileting overnight. Upon examination, Dr. Candace noticed an abnormal lump on the base of...
Dental disease really stinks!
There’s no doubt about it when it comes to dental disease it can really stink! But don’t be tempted to simply turn your head away as bad breath can be a sign that your furry friend is suffering from dental disease, a sneaky condition that likes to creep up on them. As...