News and tips from FleaMail’s founding Vet, Dr Evan Shaw.

Spring Has Sprung here in Australia! With the warming weather, increase in outside adventures, and escalation of playdates, it’s time to do a quick clear out of the winter clutter and prep for the good times. From a deep clean to a medication check and grooming,...

The Basics of Heartworm In today's blog we will go over the basics of heartworm. What it is, how to prevent it and what to do if you suspect your pet has been infected. What is heartworm? Heartworm, or dirofilaria immitis, is a parasitic worm that lives in the blood...

Find Ticks on Dogs and Cats Hey Dr Evan here! Today we’re going to talk about Ticks. Those most terrifying of parasites everybody is seen on the news or has a friend with a horrible story So what are ticks? Ticks are insects, look a bit like a small spider with 8...

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...

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 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...

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 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 Pets Warm and Safe This Winter teh 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 for pets if you haven't already! But WAIT, what about our...