The prevention of heartworm disease is one of the most important things that you must do for the health of your dog. Heartworm is the most serious of all the worms, and intestinal ‘allwormer’ tablets …
Dog Care
Pet care and health information for your canine best friend. Learn more about topics including parvovirus, arthritis in dogs and canine nutrition.
Canine Parvovirus
What is Canine Parvovirus? Canine parvovirus (CPV) infection is a relatively new disease, appearing first in 1978. It is highly contagious and typically characterised by the development of severe …
Normal Weights of Dog Breeds
Below is a chart of healthy adult weight ranges in kilograms for various dog breeds. If you have any concerns about your dog's weight, Macarthur Vet Group can provide you with dietary advice. Learn …
Dentistry
Dental disease is all too common in our pets. Left untreated it can cause not just bad breath but also pain and major health problems. We can provide advice on home dental care and we offer a wide …
Flea, Tick and Worm Control
Our staff’s expertise ensures you receive the best products backed by the most up to date advice, so your pet has the best possible protection. Please refer to our pet care articles below for our …
Surgery
Soft Tissue and Orthopaedic Surgery Our experienced team can undertake your pet’s surgery on site using state of the art equipment. We offer a full range of services from desexing and soft-tissue …
Canine Nutrition
Feeding Your Puppy A high-quality balanced diet is very important particularly during your pup’s first 12 months. Your pup has different nutritional requirements to an adult dog, including extra …
Microchips & Registration
The Companion Animals Act 1998 and the Companion Animals Regulation 2018 provide for the identification and registration of dogs and cats, how they are managed and the duties and responsibilities of …
Microchipping
Microchipping is the first step in registering your pet and enables their safe return if they become lost. Microchips can only be implanted by a certified professional to ensure they are correctly …
Bathing Your Dog or Cat
Note: All of these recommendations are for animals with normal healthy skin. Animals with skin problems need examination and veterinary advice. We may recommend different treatments for animals with …