What we choose to feed Chisel as a puppy is very important, as it helps to give him the best start in life. Think of your puppy just like a baby, we want them to grow and thrive to their full …
Pet Care
Pet care information for all species including dogs, cats, rabbits and ferrets. Topics include annual health checks and vaccinations, dealing with pet behaviour problems, skin and coat conditions, giving tablets, lost pets, grooming, flea and tick prevention and much more.
Chisel’s 2nd Vaccination
Chisel is now 10 weeks old and it’s time for his 2nd vaccination. Every vaccination at MVG includes a health check, and an opportunity to discuss any concerns with our vets and/or nurses. In Chisel's …
Chisel’s First Puppy Preschool!
This week Chisel started puppy preschool! His family have been very excited to begin his classes! Chisel will attend one night a week for 4 weeks and the classes run for approximately an …
Biting/Chewing
Let’s start by saying chewing/biting is a normal behaviour! All puppies chew and this is completely natural. Just like babies, they will chew more when they are teething! Puppy biting or nipping …
Introducing a new puppy to your other pets
Introducing a new pet to the home with other pets usually goes well, and young puppies are especially well-tolerated because they are not seen as a threat. However, problems DO occur sometimes …
Post Purchase Vet Check
Every new puppy should have a check-up by your own vet in the first few days after purchase. Your own vet is the one you trust, and you want to know asap if there are any physical or medical …
Welcome Home Chisel!
Today is the big day! Chisel is 8 weeks old today, and his new family can’t wait a minute longer to get him home! Today is all about cute photos and time with his new family, but there are …
Is your dog scratching?
If you notice your dog is excessively scratching, licking or rubbing, or you can see some red patches on the skin, hair loss or bad skin odour, then it might be time to come and see us! It sounds like …
Puppy Proofing
Puppy proofing your home is very important – preferably BEFORE bringing your puppy home. It’s a similar concept, but a bit different than babyproofing. For example, a puppy can’t poke …
Choosing Chisel!
The puppies are now just over 7 weeks old, and the new owners are allowed to come for a visit, and choose which puppy is for them. Of course, it’s 2020, so this had to be done in very small …