News and tips from FleaMail’s founding Vet, Dr Evan Shaw.
Flea and the Environment: Flea Isn’t Limited to the Home
Flea Control Goes Beyond the HomeContrary to popular belief the simple act of putting on a topical flea control or administering a chew is NOT a silver bullet for fleas. A huge range of flea treatments are available these days, but most infestations spread beyond the...
Essential Oils and Pets… What you need to know!
Pet-safe essential oil practicesIf you’re a pet owner, you may be interested in using essential oils to keep your furry friend healthy and happy. They work wonders on you after a full-on day, yeah? However, it’s important to know that almost all essential oils can be...
Uggs For Pugs! (And Kitties)
Uggs made for pugs and kittiesDr. Evan here! Well, just like that Winter is truely beginning to announce itself in Australia. Now is the time to drag out the blankets and uggies, blow the summer dust off the heater and stock up on soup. But WAIT! What about our...
How To Combat The Puppy Blues
Combatting the puppy blues.Do you have a new puppy? If so, congratulations! Puppies are the best! However, your happiness may be short-lived. Studies show that many owners experience post-puppy depression. It's not unusual for new puppy owners to experience a period...
Heartworm Prevention: What You Need to know
Heartworm PreventionHeartworm in pets is easy to prevent but difficult and costly to cure, but what even is heartworm? How does your pet contract a heartworm and what can you do to prevent it? In today’s FleaMail blog we will go over the basics of heartworm. What it...
Keeping Your Dog Warm in Winter
Keeping Pets Warm and Safe This Winter Winter has well and truly announced itself in Australia in the last month, and it's the perfect time to drag out the blankets and comfy winter clothes like the uggies if you haven't already! But WAIT, what about our besties? It’s...
Do I need to protect my cat or dog against fleas in winter?
Fleas in Winter: Your Pet Is Their Buffet Instead, they find the next best thing - your pet's fur and bed. It's warm there, and like a cruise ship, includes an endless buffet of food. That food is your pet. Did you know that winter is one of the worst times for fleas...
Looking After Your Dog’s Teeth: A Vet’s Guide
Dental Health Can Extend Your Dog’s Life Did you know that good dental health for your dog can mean an extra 4 years of life? Regularly checking and helping your pet keep their mouth healthy, is all part of good pet ownership. Although more common in older dogs,...
Why Does My Dog or Cat Eat Grass?
Is Your Dog or Cat Eating Grass? Here are Vet Insights As a Vet, I get asked regularly by worried pet owners about their dog, or cat eating grass - especially if they are eating grass and then vomiting. It’s been a long-held belief that pets (especially cats) eat...
