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About palmbeachpetdr

Pet Doctors are a family pet practice located in Palm Beach, Queensland Australia. Our vets are highly trained and will treat your family pet as we would our own. Pet Doctors offer a wide range of Gold Coast veterinary services including xray, ultrasound and a Mobile Vet Service.

Medicating cats and avoiding “cat-astrophes”

While we prescribe various oral and topical flea, tick and worming medications for our feline patients, we understand that medicating cats at home is not always easy! Here’s how to keep home treatments for your resident feline friend low-stress.

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About Addison’s Disease

Addison’s disease (or hypoadrenocorticism) is a sneaky endocrine disease that can be confusing as it often mimics other conditions. The disease results in a reduction in corticosteroid and mineralocorticoid secretion from the adrenal gland.

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Fruits and Veggies Your Pet Should Never Eat

Adding fruit and veggies to your dog’s diet can be beneficial so here are the ones you should avoid altogether!

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Teething Issues in Young Dogs

Puppies are adorable, but they can be challenging to live with! Here are our tips to help with a few common new teething issues in young dogs.

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What is Gastric Dilation or Bloat in Pets?

When the stomach is filled with gas, food, liquid or a combination the stomach can sometimes become abnormally enlarged or distended. Abnormal positioning of the stomach which is caused by the stomach’s rotation around its axis, ie, the twisting of … Continue reading

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Why Vaccination Matters

Vaccinating your pet is one of the most important things you can do to ensure they lead a happy and healthy life. If you’re not convinced here are four reasons why:

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Kidney Disease Is Thirsty Work

If your pet is thirstier than usual it could be a sign of kidney disease. Sometimes the increase in thirst can be subtle but if you find yourself filling up the water bowl more regularly, or notice your pet drinking … Continue reading

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Can My Cat Be a Vegan?

Embarking on a vegan diet might be suitable for some people but what about our feline friends? Can a cat be a vegan?

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How To Spot The Signs Of Diabetes

Diabetes can be caused by many factors, include genetics and obesity. Obesity in pets is a big cause of this disease, and with the amount of overweight dogs and cats that present to us growing every year it’s no surprise … Continue reading

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Them rolls: dog breeds with excess skin

Shar-peis, basset hounds, neapolitan mastiffs, bulldogs and dogue de bordeaux. What do they all have in common? They are all dogs with excess skin and wrinkles!

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