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Free advice, Free sample - solutions for itching and scratching

Dog scratching

Spring is here and summer is on the horizon. During this time vets see an increase in skin conditions in both dogs and cats.

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Snakes are dangerous to pets

Snake

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.

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University vet clinic earns hospital accreditation

Cat being weighed

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

Molly Oshiro with a pig at 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

Protect your dog against parvovirus

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

'Harrington' is checked by veterinary students at the Companion Animal Health Centre.

A lost animal with out-of-date microchip details is no more identifiable than a stray animal with no ID.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 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

Surita du Preez

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

Snake ECG

Our Companion Animal Health Centre is frequently visited by a diverse range of animals.

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