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Why are dogs scared of the vet and what can I do to help?

Posted on Mar 17 2022 by a1223718

Investigating the bark side of veterinary care is ruff (I shih tzu not!)

Update on equine services

Posted on Jan 19 2022 by a1223718

24/7 services at the Equine Health and Performance Centre will recommence from 22 January.

How to enjoy a safe and enjoyable beach walk with your dog this summer

Petra’s dog Gus, enjoying a day at the beach before 10am and before it gets too hot!

Posted on Jan 11 2022 by a1223718

University of Adelaide animal behaviour expert Petra Edwards shares her top six tips for walking your dog on the beach.

Changes to companion animal service opening hours

Posted on Dec 16 2021 by a1223718

Changes to our companion animal services from Monday December 20.

What makes vets feel good at work?

Posted on Jun 29 2021 by a1223718

Researchers investigate the positive side of veterinary work and what brings vets pleasure in their job.

Scientists seek Pomeranian dogs for new gene study

Pomeranian Image by csheets4811 via Pixabay

Posted on Jun 28 2021 by a1223718

Researchers are seeking Pomeranian and PomX dogs for a free and simple mouth swab to identify how widespread a defective gene is in the breed's Australian population.

A message to our valued clients regarding Coronavirus

Posted on Mar 24 2020 by a1223718

Updated: Read this before bringing your pet to the clinic.

New ‘vet tech’ degree to target emerging skills gap

Posted on Jul 8 2019 by a1223718

A new three-year Bachelor of Veterinary Technology at the University’s Roseworthy campus will train ‘paraveterinary’ health care specialists.

The first sign of spring warm weather indicates the start of snake season. Moving out of their hibernation homes they are hungry and active. Unfortunately inquisitive domestic pets can be the victim of a snake bite and envenomation. Even the smallest amount of venom can cause symptoms within a short amount of time depending on the bite site and how much venom is injected.