News and tips from FleaMail’s founding Vet, Dr Evan Shaw.
Fleas and the Environment
Contrary 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 help of topical treatments or...
Essential Oils and Pets… What you need to know!
If 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 dangerous to your pets - in...
Uggs For Pugs! (And Kitties)
Dr. 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 besties? It’s important to remember...
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 Prevention: What You Need to Know Heartworm 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...
Is my dog or cat warm enough in 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 usually this time of year that...
Do I need to protect my cat or dog against fleas in winter?
Did you know that winter is one of the worst times for fleas in Australia? Vet clinics are full of parasite cases because many pet-owners think these nasties simply "disappear" during winter and stop protecting their pets. Sadly, these parasites don't just disappear...
How to look after your dog’s teeth, a Vet’s guide.
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, dental decay problems can start as early as 2...
Why does my dog or cat eat grass?
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 grass to “tickle their throat to be sick.” But far more...
