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Goodna Veterinary Surgery's Monthly Newsletter

- May 2022 -

Read about our latest news, updates and tips.

May Cool Down!

Now that Winter is right around the corner the temperature is starting to shift to be cooler; this means that your pet’s joints may become stiffer for some of our older fur babies, making it hard for them to get moving in the morning or jumping into the back of the car.

Just like us, our pets can develop arthritis over time. The most common form of arthritis for both pets and humans is osteoarthritis and is most commonly seen in older pets. Arthritis is the most common cause of chronic pain in dogs. It affects 20% of dogs over 1 year of age and is in the top 10 health problems diagnosed in dogs over 7 years of age.

What are some Common Symptoms of Arthritis?

· Lameness/ Limping
· Struggling to get up
· Yelping when touched
· Reluctance to walk, play or climb stairs
· Lagging behind on walks
· Licking affected joints
· Reluctance to groom (mostly in cats)
· Dragging back legs and worn toenails

If you think your pet is showing any of these symptoms, please call us to book an appointment on 07 3288 1822.

 

Please note we are closed on the upcoming public holiday.

 

13th of May – CLOSED (Ipswich Show Day)


For after-hours emergencies, call Animal Emergency Services (AES) on 07 3715 9999, located at 34 Goggs Rd Jindalee QLD 4074.

Bronte – Receptionist

SENIOR WELLNESS

This video discusses some tips around changes to the care you provide as your pet enter their senior years.

Top Nutrition Tips for Senior Dogs Part 2

How to read dog food labels properly? It's essential to learn how to discern high-quality ingredients from inferior ones for dogs. You can do this by reading the dog food labels and reaching out to your veterinarian if you don't understand something. Most people assume that the most expensive dog food is automatically the best.

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What Do Pale Gums Mean in Dogs?

There are several possible reasons for pale gums in dogs, from low iron levels to anemia. When the blood lacks normal amounts of oxygen, it appears paler. The lack of oxygen in the blood can be caused by about a dozen different reasons for dogs, but pale gums due to anemia are very common.

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Booking an appointment is now available at any time of the day. Whether you are relaxing in front of the tv after work or chasing the kids from the bathroom to the bedroom. You can easily and conveniently book an appointment with one of our vet team at a time that suits you.

 
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