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Snakes are dangerous to pets
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.
University vet clinic earns hospital accreditation
The University’s Companion Animal Health Centre has been awarded formal hospital accreditation by the Veterinary Surgeons Board of South Australia.
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On call vets and students to patrol the Royal Adelaide Show
University of Adelaide vets and veterinary medicine students will provide 24/7 care to valuable show animals at the upcoming Royal Adelaide Show.
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Protect your dog against parvovirus, warn experts
Experts warn Adelaide dog owners to make sure their animals are fully protected against the deadly parvovirus.
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Don’t lose your pet; update your microchip data
A lost animal with out-of-date microchip details is no more identifiable than a stray animal with no ID.
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Vets warn dog owners of poisonous mushrooms
Vets from the Veterinary Health Centres have warned of the dangers of wild mushrooms after recent dog deaths in suburban Adelaide.
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Equine specialist Surita du Preez joins our clinic
South African veterinary graduate Surita du Preez has joined the Equine Health and Performance Centre.
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Monitoring a snake ECG using a smartphone
Our Companion Animal Health Centre is frequently visited by a diverse range of animals.
Watch out for grass seeds this Summer and Spring
Watch out for grass seeds this Summer and Spring as they can lead to nasty infections in your pets.
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Equine staff support Tom Quilty Gold Cup
University of Adelaide Equine Health and Performance Centre staff supported South Australia’s high-performance endurance event, the Tom Quilty Gold Cup, in July.
