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A \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/futurevetkidscamp.com\/products\/virtual-online-camp\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EVirtual Online Camp\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E will run concurrently to the HQ Sydney Camp with the ability for kids to join the classroom virtually and participate with questions in real time.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EOnce again, pet health company \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPetSure\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E is awarding \u003Cb\u003Ethree youngsters a scholarship\u003C\/b\u003E (\u003Cb\u003Evalued at $655\u003C\/b\u003E) to attend the January 2024 face-to-face camp in Sydney!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEg-QjuPqyyx2DZSB9gGP0n_7pizWBP2DDwqRu3Gqh5Zi-sc7w34BXMghZjMMaFI2u4UEvO3OVdBA5aD7jVupL78SlsR2UniYmOKAozNRI_NzO1CDsQ0-2oQUqsIIhhbx1iPq5R_mlU2UtaIrPWRHn4yQCK_Oc5SQ-RbxtfjEgK2Q1xvGoc5yC8vmtbRx_o\/s1850\/Future_Vet_Kids_Camp_January_2024_Waverley_College.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1388\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEg-QjuPqyyx2DZSB9gGP0n_7pizWBP2DDwqRu3Gqh5Zi-sc7w34BXMghZjMMaFI2u4UEvO3OVdBA5aD7jVupL78SlsR2UniYmOKAozNRI_NzO1CDsQ0-2oQUqsIIhhbx1iPq5R_mlU2UtaIrPWRHn4yQCK_Oc5SQ-RbxtfjEgK2Q1xvGoc5yC8vmtbRx_o\/s16000\/Future_Vet_Kids_Camp_January_2024_Waverley_College.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ECampers will learn about different animal-related professions, genetic diseases, pet nutrition, exotic animals, surgery, animal rescue and wildlife conservation. Plus, they visit state-of-the-art veterinary hospitals for exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences and many other exciting excursions!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgeH8KY6Q0xLc7j9GZGLcLzftwmsA8LrnJVZwzT3ApX1s5Zn-BQIWZ0d3Pnyh3Ozw0bb0swIe8gyeHCw8b-72UH4R9Jud6a74d_e3sSr9TvSyuHCZ5KMcODpdcQiQpuvbkOYmGw05PQ4ESOP8yjKFdbsgDLEx9hNaEZccT_L2t9Qwsn69RUPPCSTOdJpAw\/s1850\/Future_Vet_Kids_Camp%20-%20school%20holiday%20veterinary%20program%20-%20kids%20experience%20live%20surgery%20on%20a%20cat%20with%20Dr%20Chen.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1388\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgeH8KY6Q0xLc7j9GZGLcLzftwmsA8LrnJVZwzT3ApX1s5Zn-BQIWZ0d3Pnyh3Ozw0bb0swIe8gyeHCw8b-72UH4R9Jud6a74d_e3sSr9TvSyuHCZ5KMcODpdcQiQpuvbkOYmGw05PQ4ESOP8yjKFdbsgDLEx9hNaEZccT_L2t9Qwsn69RUPPCSTOdJpAw\/s16000\/Future_Vet_Kids_Camp%20-%20school%20holiday%20veterinary%20program%20-%20kids%20experience%20live%20surgery%20on%20a%20cat%20with%20Dr%20Chen.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThe program also showcases veterinary experts in ultrasound, surgery, reptiles, grooming, animal rehab, dog training, wildlife, marine biology and much more.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cblockquote\u003E“Kids across the age groups love the hands-on activities, from baking pet treats to making enrichment toys, drawing blood and doing CPR on specially designed vet models!” said Dr Audrey.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; font-size: x-large; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEicV_Ip6AtrznoRb7XQZMQN-7ujVZ9Ce3dC3ELt5iUMrYeJziSp-qq1Cc9ppidr8-HpaEYhZxx1GUOnHaHYH4Ka11fz2GgMfHHilWDvW1aGsvhDa_rLEK0Y1uQBAz95TPuJR_VS2OypQlPF8fUT9JhLhYltH81RAGjPKfoTAEt7Os06Yqem9mEeW1oMbTc\/s1800\/Future_Vet_Kids_Camp_school_holiday_program%20-%20lab%20work%20at%20the%20University%20of%20Queensland%20Vet%20School.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1800\" data-original-width=\"1440\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEicV_Ip6AtrznoRb7XQZMQN-7ujVZ9Ce3dC3ELt5iUMrYeJziSp-qq1Cc9ppidr8-HpaEYhZxx1GUOnHaHYH4Ka11fz2GgMfHHilWDvW1aGsvhDa_rLEK0Y1uQBAz95TPuJR_VS2OypQlPF8fUT9JhLhYltH81RAGjPKfoTAEt7Os06Yqem9mEeW1oMbTc\/w320-h400\/Future_Vet_Kids_Camp_school_holiday_program%20-%20lab%20work%20at%20the%20University%20of%20Queensland%20Vet%20School.jpg\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E“The older kids (\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EJunior Vets\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E) learn how to work through real life cases, interpret imaging and blood work, learn all about vet school life and observe real life surgery.”\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EDr Alison explained the camp is not just for ‘wannabe vets’, but all animal lovers!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E“Whether or not the kids end up following the path to a career in veterinary medicine, just being around different animals and making like-minded new friends has such a positive impact on them,” she said.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPetSure Scholarship open now!\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EFuture Vet Kids Camp\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E is proud to announce the \u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003E2024 PetSure Scholarship\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E for three deserving participants to attend face-to-face camp.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThe deadline is \u003Cb\u003EWednesday 10th December 2023\u003C\/b\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EFor more information, selection criteria and how to apply, please visit the camp website \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/futurevetkidscamp.com\/pages\/scholarships\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPetSure\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E Chief Executive Officer (CEO) \u003Cb\u003EAlex Thomas\u003C\/b\u003E said, “We’re thrilled to support Future Vet Kids Camp in 2024 by offering three scholarships to young aspiring students to support the next generation of vets. Future Vet Kids Camp provides kids with an exciting and practical opportunity to learn about animal health and professions.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cblockquote\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E“Australia is facing a critical vet workforce shortage, so it’s never been more important to educate young students about the veterinary industry and animal-related careers.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;\"\u003E”\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWe’re committed to improving pet health education and helping improve sustainability of the industry, so we’re proud to be part of a program that empowers young and curious animal lovers to further their knowledge.”\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThe \u003Cb\u003EJanuary 2024 camp\u003C\/b\u003E is anticipated to fill up just as fast as last summer, so \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/futurevetkidscamp.com\/collections\/frontpage\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eregister now\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EJanuary 2024 - Registration Open Now!\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EFind the full\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/futurevetkidscamp.com\/pages\/camp-programs\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: red; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPROGRAM SCHEDULE here\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cul style=\"font-size: x-large; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFace-to-Face Camp Dates\u003C\/b\u003E: Jan 8 - 12 and Jan 15 – 19, 2024\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELocation:\u003C\/b\u003E Waverley College, Waverley NSW | Daily hours: 9am – 3:30pm | Cost: $655\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EVirtual Online Camp\u003C\/b\u003E runs Jan 7 – 20, 2024 | Cost $265\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: red; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/futurevetkidscamp.com\/collections\/gift-certificate\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: red;\"\u003EChristmas Gift Vouchers Available\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EFor more information and to register online, please visit \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/futurevetkidscamp.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Efuturevetkidscamp.com\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E or phone \u003Cb\u003E0435 267 252\u003C\/b\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMore Camps and locations to come!\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EFuture Vet Kids Camp\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E will also run face-to-face and online (Virtual Camp) during the school holidays in Melbourne and Brisbane, dates to be announced.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ERegister your interest \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/futurevetkidscamp.com\/pages\/contact\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Ehere\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EAbout Future Vet Kids Camp\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhZy3sHWtvGCr71fd2MxAvooIfOSbpQgnMcMnYBGarnu0hH3EJQ3XbEccjTQWhxEheBqDFS74DcniT6Gxw29_8zdYUylVz-DCleAhXRlKiJSH4-pRV5hRSiLRotwknZCVpU44pCkhO9VYzWu5Zf6yZdlaBswr1XuzLAxFPZzXvl0lUFnZZTivK95FUL\/s1440\/Future_Vet_Kids_Camp_for_the_aspiring_veterinarian_in_your_kid_Logo.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1440\" data-original-width=\"1440\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhZy3sHWtvGCr71fd2MxAvooIfOSbpQgnMcMnYBGarnu0hH3EJQ3XbEccjTQWhxEheBqDFS74DcniT6Gxw29_8zdYUylVz-DCleAhXRlKiJSH4-pRV5hRSiLRotwknZCVpU44pCkhO9VYzWu5Zf6yZdlaBswr1XuzLAxFPZzXvl0lUFnZZTivK95FUL\/s320\/Future_Vet_Kids_Camp_for_the_aspiring_veterinarian_in_your_kid_Logo.jpg\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EFuture Vet Kids Camp\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;offers a safe, comfortable environment that explores and nurtures the human animal bond all under the supervision of highly qualified, enthusiastic instructors and specialised animal handlers. The goals are to promote responsible pet ownership, the profession of veterinary medicine and to encourage the children to love and appreciate animals of all kinds.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003EThe camp has more than 20 partners that offer years of specialised animal experience and professionalism that contributes greatly to the programming. Future Vet Kids Camp operates out of\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003ESydney\u003C\/b\u003E,\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EBrisbane\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EMelbourne\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;during selected school holidays.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EProgramming is split into three separate age groups running simultaneously each week:\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EWombats (ages 9-11)\u003C\/b\u003E,\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EKookaburras (ages 12-14)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003Eand the\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EJunior Vet program (ages 14-16)\u003C\/b\u003E. To discover more, visit\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.futurevetkidscamp.com\/\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: red;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Ewww.futurevetkidscamp.com\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003EMEDIA RELEASE, 13th November 2023\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/feeds\/2867552849582067569\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/11\/future-vet-kids-camp-sydney-january-2024.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/2867552849582067569"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/2867552849582067569"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/11\/future-vet-kids-camp-sydney-january-2024.html","title":"Future Vet Kids Camp Sydney - January 2024"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgAtvRmcP8rwC-R91DjRwzE7a_rYiN9UniWZrOsZ0dItcrgs0aD8NdG2JYU1oeJ1Uaz5U2_v05sJghBx8IWbIDAm1tcdN5lPeSU0RtKes5rVFQpbBRsHnHD9AZ4_M_51EOkToTPLKtOaoJsKfULgfchkjyZTBx8NngQvp9XUhds1sU1lNzmU5rGjAKqKQg\/s72-c\/Future_Vet_Kids_Camp_Sydney_January_2024_Waverley_College%20-%20group%20of%20kids%20with%202%20Labradors.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2020204049726645298.post-466117927827818866"},"published":{"$t":"2023-10-03T15:56:00.029+11:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2023-12-15T11:04:48.836+11:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ALLERGIES"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"HEALTH AND WELLNESS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"PET INDUSTRY NEWS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"VETERINARY"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Advice about Allergic Skin Diseases in Dogs "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhO5Eyj_RnUldNCQNiURxjGnZnI4Cm7D3ljl2PofQ1BynBnA250WbdHMr0pByYfXQRlf0CfRWje9Cm22J_Y_xMndjCV3Xxi6iEOzqWBp3unrTcbs2-s2XW0OjihRyMHFtKh4i8vg4oDliCrRIYB4qce-vcF7og1wOACdZpb5GP2f0biLrCPuafp7GVR4hg\/s1080\/Tips_for_Allergic_Skin_Diseases_in_Dogs%20-%20Dakota_suffering_from_skin_allergies_Warwick_Vet_Hospital_Perth.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"849\" data-original-width=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhO5Eyj_RnUldNCQNiURxjGnZnI4Cm7D3ljl2PofQ1BynBnA250WbdHMr0pByYfXQRlf0CfRWje9Cm22J_Y_xMndjCV3Xxi6iEOzqWBp3unrTcbs2-s2XW0OjihRyMHFtKh4i8vg4oDliCrRIYB4qce-vcF7og1wOACdZpb5GP2f0biLrCPuafp7GVR4hg\/s16000\/Tips_for_Allergic_Skin_Diseases_in_Dogs%20-%20Dakota_suffering_from_skin_allergies_Warwick_Vet_Hospital_Perth.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMy Vet Rules 2023 Competition Honours Heroic Vets and Vet Nurses of Canine Dermatological Care\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E The \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vnca.asn.au\/veterinary-nurse-technician-awareness-week-2023\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E2023 Vet Nurse \u0026amp; Technician Awareness Week\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E (\u003Cb\u003E9-13 October\u003C\/b\u003E) starts on Monday!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/myvetrules.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EMy Vet Rules\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E, a competition by\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E Zoetis Australia\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E, is designed to recognise the exceptional efforts of vets and vet nurses who go above and beyond to assist in life-changing improvements for dogs who are affected by \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003Edermatological conditions\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ESkin problems in dogs are common, but managing these cases effectively can be a challenge.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003EMy Vet Rules\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;is a competition specifically created to put the spotlight on the well-deserved efforts of the vets and vet nurses who have enhanced the lives of not only their furry patients but also their owners as they work towards a successful improvement of the dog’s dermatological conditions.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThrough the program, pet owners are encouraged to seek professional care for their dogs and through their success stories, be an inspiration to other pet owners to seek help for their dogs suffering with similar conditions.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEg30U20DnZDDFy1zBS-TfcD-PRMhTdLNISpuPc2e7OhZeWTFGMrBcjJjiZ4bQXwK7dVvNeyd7OBomnCJAxJ7Ni_6oq7tlC2zawKC_vRMZcxmspsfZJi-2awzdtLUzFekb1XFGARDiHBKT9wtDCdwK58HcCiShLecBfzzXlq1WXvZwRhtw5b2-p-CAo5HI0\/s814\/My_Vet_Rules_2023_June_Winner_Vet_Nurse_of_the_Month_Dr_Kate_Doyle.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; font-family: verdana; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"814\" data-original-width=\"814\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEg30U20DnZDDFy1zBS-TfcD-PRMhTdLNISpuPc2e7OhZeWTFGMrBcjJjiZ4bQXwK7dVvNeyd7OBomnCJAxJ7Ni_6oq7tlC2zawKC_vRMZcxmspsfZJi-2awzdtLUzFekb1XFGARDiHBKT9wtDCdwK58HcCiShLecBfzzXlq1WXvZwRhtw5b2-p-CAo5HI0\/w400-h400\/My_Vet_Rules_2023_June_Winner_Vet_Nurse_of_the_Month_Dr_Kate_Doyle.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003EMy Vet Rules Competition\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E runs from 1st March 2023 – 31st October 2023\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;with one \u003Cb\u003EVet \/ Vet Nurse of the Month\u003C\/b\u003E announced each month.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EEvery month there are prizes to be won, just for nominating your vet! Including a $1000 cash prize and \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/July\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E@July luggage\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E for the winning entry announced in November! Not to mention amazing prizes for the vet clinics helping our furry friends.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKate Doyle\u003C\/b\u003E from \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.warwickvet.com.au\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EWarwick Vet Hospital\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, WA was crowned June '\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EVet Nurse of the Month\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E'.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EHer own dog Moon has been suffering from both food allergies and atopic allergies for ten years and she shared her story with us.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003EMoon's Story\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EMoon, an 11-year-old Shih Tzu has been a part of Kate's life since he was just 16 weeks old and has been coming to work with her ever since. He has become a beloved mascot for \u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWarwick Vet Hospital\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E, featuring regularly on their social media.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhLxBFCCA0zlZkGLHudfdIkZLPLnbf-191M8Ww9iujqbNPHUbLP_0hP12j49wYnH4DHHMnezAT9dIw22tVqsSzXHyegiNi4x7pbhbrC6GnBjx5Pzk9VUF1bxzv82p9CGBAto_G-5aFh2ZbiCDW0nQ07gPrYw18I_2NOs3zs_FRykCnvvwNOMjQ78KJUScI\/s1457\/Dr_Kate_Doyle's_Shih_Tzu_Moon_watching_over_neonatal_kitten_Flea.jpg\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1457\" data-original-width=\"1179\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhLxBFCCA0zlZkGLHudfdIkZLPLnbf-191M8Ww9iujqbNPHUbLP_0hP12j49wYnH4DHHMnezAT9dIw22tVqsSzXHyegiNi4x7pbhbrC6GnBjx5Pzk9VUF1bxzv82p9CGBAto_G-5aFh2ZbiCDW0nQ07gPrYw18I_2NOs3zs_FRykCnvvwNOMjQ78KJUScI\/w324-h400\/Dr_Kate_Doyle's_Shih_Tzu_Moon_watching_over_neonatal_kitten_Flea.jpg\" width=\"324\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003EMoon watching over neonate kitten Flea\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EKate has a special interest in neonate kitten rescue and have been involved in rehabilitating and re-homing over 200 kittens and Moon has been of great assistance, playing foster dad to those kittens.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EMoon has had numerous issues during his life and two years ago he became quite ill. He became lethargic and just not generally himself. I noticed his breathing seemed off and got one of the vets at work to check him over.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EBlood tests taken showed that his cortisol levels were very high so I got a referral from our vet and took him to see a specialist. After lots of diagnostic tests, it was discovered he had tumours on his adrenal glands. The only option was to have them removed to save Moon life. It was an extremely risky surgery, but thanks the specialist team looking after him Moon sailed through it.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgA8mdgN_HkakpOntOuSaawJCjRW0rSSamBroZ98jQwKmGBTwQJjC5oZRvYHXMwPsbv1Xz-qpDF0q8dCQQAv2mRZqkijP-pVud8xF2fB5y5U8l48sRFGdWOOzDczbjWAvnyD0G_SYzVw0PcMzRtj8wRgPGdGPiRxw92aAQLgYONPgWJw749y0kETnEzY4Y\/s1176\/Dr_Kate_Doyle's_Shih_Tzu_Moon_needing_surgery_for_tumours_on_his_adrenal_glands.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1176\" data-original-width=\"1176\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgA8mdgN_HkakpOntOuSaawJCjRW0rSSamBroZ98jQwKmGBTwQJjC5oZRvYHXMwPsbv1Xz-qpDF0q8dCQQAv2mRZqkijP-pVud8xF2fB5y5U8l48sRFGdWOOzDczbjWAvnyD0G_SYzVw0PcMzRtj8wRgPGdGPiRxw92aAQLgYONPgWJw749y0kETnEzY4Y\/w400-h400\/Dr_Kate_Doyle's_Shih_Tzu_Moon_needing_surgery_for_tumours_on_his_adrenal_glands.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003EAdrenal glands play a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ENow to maintain a healthy and balanced life, Moon requires daily medication.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EThese medications are prescribed to replicate the essential hormones that his adrenal glands used to produce, ensuring Moon's overall well-being and quality of life. He has regular blood tests to measure the levels of sodium and potassium, while also assessing his liver and kidney function, glucose and protein levels. These tests, along with regular physical examinations are essential for monitoring and managing Moon’s condition.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EAnother issue Moon has had his entire life is skin allergies. When he was 6 months old, Kate noticed that he was itchier than most dogs. He licked his paws constantly causing this red residue to appear on them; his paws also smelled like popcorn. After taking him into work to be assessed she found out that \u003Cb\u003Epopcorn smell was actually caused by bacteria and yeast\u003C\/b\u003E; by licking his feet Moon had broken down the natural skin barrier on his paws and caused an infection.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhy4yX_Ekxd7nnUHnsHoEdaV9oN_ItqaLnZGU2JPEb38kiDWKs3podZ7z4HnsErwlNeb_v7INTl297HDJt-vBJKuvSpQep_uKDoRiIqFMctOlEbZH4rQTn1PnfuFLQtLarKbe7FUpL15HgGe3pTGG0Yq43T4iKDfjuRUMOVNtBJwDnBoYXCg3VKrNec4Ek\/s1313\/Dr_Kate_Doyle's_Shih_Tzu_Moon_booking_appointments_at_Warwick_Veterinary_Hospital.jpg\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1313\" data-original-width=\"1179\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhy4yX_Ekxd7nnUHnsHoEdaV9oN_ItqaLnZGU2JPEb38kiDWKs3podZ7z4HnsErwlNeb_v7INTl297HDJt-vBJKuvSpQep_uKDoRiIqFMctOlEbZH4rQTn1PnfuFLQtLarKbe7FUpL15HgGe3pTGG0Yq43T4iKDfjuRUMOVNtBJwDnBoYXCg3VKrNec4Ek\/w359-h400\/Dr_Kate_Doyle's_Shih_Tzu_Moon_booking_appointments_at_Warwick_Veterinary_Hospital.jpg\" width=\"359\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003EThe 'Dogtor' will see you now...\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThis is common with dogs with skin allergies. Our vets referred us to a specialist dermatologist who diagnosed Moon with both \u003Cb\u003Eatopic and food allergies\u003C\/b\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ESince then Kate has been dedicated to managing this condition over the past 11 years through medication and diet. Over the years, there have been many flare-ups and times when even Kate has been frustrated and overwhelmed in her management of Moon's allergies. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ENow when dogs come in itchy at work and are thought to suffer skin allergies, Kate will share some critical information with their owners, to help them navigate life with skin allergies.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E10 Top Tips for Allergic Skin Diseases in Dogs\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E First and foremost, it's essential to understand that there is \u003Cb\u003ENO cure\u003C\/b\u003E for allergic skin disease in dogs. Collaborating with your vet to establish a management plan is the primary approach to treatment.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E#1.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cb\u003EConsult Your Vet:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E Your veterinarian is the best person to identify the underlying causes of your dog's allergies. They can also prescribe medications to alleviate itching while conducting diagnostic tests to pinpoint the triggers.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E#2.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003EDon't Blame Diet Alone:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E Many people mistakenly attribute their dog's allergies solely to diet. However, food reactions account for \u003Cb\u003Eonly approximately 10-15% of all allergic skin diseases in dogs\u003C\/b\u003E. Switching to a grain-free diet won't necessarily solve the problem.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjf4SZa_5Zt_zlbkGUgvIuW-D-_DtIw4vgMrvXPpM2Rowyqas5ukIacSO4UdiqEulTGHF2JXYvW7i4F8Yy9jCnzBnXx97Y5KSXPHC1PVed_FnbORAeRyqBDOaGf3MqykH5I7rtE_3TeXlhvDbg_155ItDyOTq9AnUWcfBGYrxBWhJ55rKRIOCbctyheVhk\/s1368\/Advice_for_Allergic_Skin_Diseases_in_Dogs%20-%20Labrador%20licking%20his%20back.jpg\" style=\"font-size: medium; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"912\" data-original-width=\"1368\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjf4SZa_5Zt_zlbkGUgvIuW-D-_DtIw4vgMrvXPpM2Rowyqas5ukIacSO4UdiqEulTGHF2JXYvW7i4F8Yy9jCnzBnXx97Y5KSXPHC1PVed_FnbORAeRyqBDOaGf3MqykH5I7rtE_3TeXlhvDbg_155ItDyOTq9AnUWcfBGYrxBWhJ55rKRIOCbctyheVhk\/s16000\/Advice_for_Allergic_Skin_Diseases_in_Dogs%20-%20Labrador%20licking%20his%20back.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E#3.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003EMaintain an Itch Score Diary:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E Keep a record of incidents such as paw licking, scratching, butt, belly, and face rubbing, as well as any areas of skin that become reddened or thickened. Note the locations and times of these occurrences to assist your vet in creating a management plan.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E#4. Try an 8-Week Elimination Diet Trial:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E Consult your vet for guidance on an elimination diet using a novel protein source. After 8 weeks, if your dog's itch score is under control, you can reintroduce the previous diet. If the itch score increases, it confirms food allergies.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E#5.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003EConsider Atopic Allergies:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E If food allergies are ruled out, your dog may have atopic allergies, meaning it's allergic to environmental allergens. You can ask your vet for a referral to a specialist dermatologist for intradermal allergy testing (IDAT) and HESKA serum allergy testing. A \u003Cb\u003Ecustomised vaccine with specific trigger allergens\u003C\/b\u003E can be prepared based on the test results.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E#6. Regular Bathing:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E \u003Cb\u003ERegularly shampooing your dog \u003C\/b\u003Ecan help remove allergens from their skin and reduce allergy flare-ups. After shampooing, use a leave-in conditioner to help repair the skin's barrier function. Seek advice from your vet or vet nurse for the best products.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E#7.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003EFlea Control:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E Ensure your dog is \u003Cb\u003Eup to date with flea treatment\u003C\/b\u003E because flea bites are likely to trigger allergies. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ci style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ESimparica\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E and \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ci style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ESimparica Trio\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E are recommended options.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E#8.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003EDietary Fatty Acid Supplements:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E Adding \u003Cb\u003EOmega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids \u003C\/b\u003Eto your dog's diet can improve their skin's barrier function. Consult your vet for guidance on the use of products like \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ci style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EPAW Dermega\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E skin support or specialised diets designed for dogs.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E#9.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003EStay Patient: \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003EManaging your dog's allergic skin disease can be challenging. You may encounter allergy flare-ups and skin infections over the years, but your \u003Cb\u003Emanagement plan is crucial to minimising setbacks\u003C\/b\u003E. Collaborate closely with your vet; you and your vet are a team working to ensure your dog lives its most comfortable life.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjv_gN_9SguHMsuGKvhtixpvj-T7ZbIrcuqxKFAUptSN0O_YfBNEyyIqTeirqWPu3mQvGEODqDQa9ibjOsHaVRdILtTHiRJNZ9fAcXXd5W6-mmpKrWPgyqUPdpmfEb4W97P-hR1ejjBJcc78x6J3EIiQbPbiFzPqLELNpKHo9hUsZEajFBBSDVTBG_oZr8\/s1456\/Dr_Kate_Doyle_with_her_Shih_Tzu_Moon.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1456\" data-original-width=\"1179\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjv_gN_9SguHMsuGKvhtixpvj-T7ZbIrcuqxKFAUptSN0O_YfBNEyyIqTeirqWPu3mQvGEODqDQa9ibjOsHaVRdILtTHiRJNZ9fAcXXd5W6-mmpKrWPgyqUPdpmfEb4W97P-hR1ejjBJcc78x6J3EIiQbPbiFzPqLELNpKHo9hUsZEajFBBSDVTBG_oZr8\/s320\/Dr_Kate_Doyle_with_her_Shih_Tzu_Moon.jpg\" width=\"259\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003EAbout Kate Doyle\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EKate Doyle is originally from Ireland and made Perth her home in 2011. She began her veterinary journey as a kennel hand in 2012, earning her Veterinary Nurse qualification in 2014.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EShe now works as Practice Manager at \u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWarwick Veterinary Hospital\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E. Passionate about both the veterinary industry and animal rescue, her goal is to educate humans about caring for their animals.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003EShe has helped hundreds of animals through hand raising and re-homing them, and also raises needed funds to help animals in need get access to appropriate healthcare.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"background-color: white; font-family: \u0026quot;Segoe UI Historic\u0026quot;, \u0026quot;Segoe UI\u0026quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EAbout Zoetis Australia\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003EZoetis Australia is a global animal health company that is committed to nurturing our world and human kind by advancing care for animals.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003EMEDIA RELEASE, 3rd October 2023\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EYou may be interested in reading these related stories:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/08\/new-serum-test-kit-to-identify-canine.html\" rel=\"\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe; font-size: large;\"\u003ENew  Serum Test Kit to identify Canine Atopic\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/08\/new-serum-test-kit-to-identify-canine.html\" rel=\"\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EDermatitis\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2021\/09\/achoo-spring-is-pet-allergies-time.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EAchoo! Spring is Pet Allergies Time\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2020\/08\/environmental-allergies-in-dogs-pain-in.html\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe; font-size: large;\"\u003EEnvironmental Allergies in Dogs: A Pain in the Skin!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/feeds\/466117927827818866\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/10\/advice-about-allergic-skin-diseases-in.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/466117927827818866"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/466117927827818866"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/10\/advice-about-allergic-skin-diseases-in.html","title":"Advice about Allergic Skin Diseases in Dogs "}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhO5Eyj_RnUldNCQNiURxjGnZnI4Cm7D3ljl2PofQ1BynBnA250WbdHMr0pByYfXQRlf0CfRWje9Cm22J_Y_xMndjCV3Xxi6iEOzqWBp3unrTcbs2-s2XW0OjihRyMHFtKh4i8vg4oDliCrRIYB4qce-vcF7og1wOACdZpb5GP2f0biLrCPuafp7GVR4hg\/s72-c\/Tips_for_Allergic_Skin_Diseases_in_Dogs%20-%20Dakota_suffering_from_skin_allergies_Warwick_Vet_Hospital_Perth.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2020204049726645298.post-434123014159156107"},"published":{"$t":"2023-09-06T14:19:00.009+10:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2023-09-10T15:17:03.742+10:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ADVOCACY"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ANIMAL WELFARE"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"NEWS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"PREVENTION"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"VETERINARY"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"AWL NSW Mobile Vets visiting North-West NSW "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEh5FNZuIJWsnjmRcOdiHSj5UngEWr7yf6_CwrPkfUwZT8dLp_3aTveOElIyoK02zEr3zNAHPUUmEHzRJsZP_OQhMQmormccztkqQPsgXM92bA_RQgi3y61Z-7VcxyiTYF9PwATTYg7Fesu3_Gk67NpaEz2SrJ5_TtRj624iNfWlbenML-dup8nT7k9ZQ38\/s1200\/Animal_Welfare_League_NSW_Mobile_Vet_Truck_visiting_North_West_in_September_2023.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEh5FNZuIJWsnjmRcOdiHSj5UngEWr7yf6_CwrPkfUwZT8dLp_3aTveOElIyoK02zEr3zNAHPUUmEHzRJsZP_OQhMQmormccztkqQPsgXM92bA_RQgi3y61Z-7VcxyiTYF9PwATTYg7Fesu3_Gk67NpaEz2SrJ5_TtRj624iNfWlbenML-dup8nT7k9ZQ38\/s16000\/Animal_Welfare_League_NSW_Mobile_Vet_Truck_visiting_North_West_in_September_2023.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003EThe Animal Welfare League NSW Animal Care Truck is heading to North-West NSW\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EAustralia’s biggest vet service on wheels will roll into Mudgee, Lightning Ridge, Bourke and Cobar this month, offering free veterinary health checks, vaccinations and microchipping.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThis will be the eighth regional trip in 2023 for the \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EAnimal Welfare League NSW\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E clinic team, proudly supported by the NSW Government. The Australian first tour aims to bring this free service to pet owners in NSW who have animals in need of basic vet care. We aim to target communities that may need access to these services due to financial constraints and the rising cost of living.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EOver the upcoming trip, we will be at the following locations and times:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EMudgee:\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMonday 11 September\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E12pm to 4pm\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMudgee Showground, Douro St entrance\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003ELightning Ridge:\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWednesday 13 September \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E8am to 12pm\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ECorner of Agate St \u0026amp; Kaolin St\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EBourke:\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThursday 14 September \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E9am to 1pm\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EShowground on Renshaw Drive\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003ECobar:\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFriday 15 September\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E9am to 1pm\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ECobar Shire Council, Lewis St carpark\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EAnimal Welfare League NSW\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E Chief Executive Officer Stephen Albin said the country tour - which will include visits across the State over the next three years - was a new service that will deliver pet care where it is most needed.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cblockquote\u003E“The Animal Welfare League NSW is dedicated to ensuring every pet has the basic care of a health check, microchipping and vaccinations,” he said.\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E“If a dog or cat is lost, then microchipping is the best way for a pet to be reunited with its owner, and it will also ease pressure on local council pounds.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E“Vaccinations at the right time are fundamental to keeping a pet happy and free of serious diseases, and health checks are an excellent way to ensure pets remain healthy.”\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe purpose-built B-double trailer is over 25 metres long. It has specially designed areas for animal surgeries, such as desexing, an isolation room, and over 35 recovery cages.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EIt also features equipment for blood work, fridges, a veterinary scale, extensive storage to hold veterinary supplies and more.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E“We encourage any pet owner who has a pet that needs a free check from our professional staff to take advantage of the service,” Mr Albin said. T\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003Ehis offer is targeted towards low-income earners, pensioners and those experiencing financial hardship.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWe hope to see a great turnout next week. For pet owners interested, be aware that dogs must be on lead and cats in carriers. We have previously experienced high demand, so pet owners should come prepared for weather as there could be waiting times.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EFor the FAQs, please visit\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.awlnsw.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/MVT-FAQs.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ewww.awlnsw.com.au\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhGP1U69oSIfJn89xOjQQniH-xugcmyWQOD-rIaUlDr2sOCydeJzofvS60AJCzzpLcpXOhXLWiMznAGOH1hZiIirjKKx2kYFvtQC_lYI16wB93DIVLsXRL34vGH9r8Z2EubDq3QKmhQWmeXxMmjVi-J2A33NY_4nPRIxWlT_JTfHX683BQBZGnT2hS5Enk\/s935\/How_pets_can_help_people_with_aphasia%20-%20elderly%20woman%20cradles%20her%20dogs%20in%20her%20arms.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"609\" data-original-width=\"935\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhGP1U69oSIfJn89xOjQQniH-xugcmyWQOD-rIaUlDr2sOCydeJzofvS60AJCzzpLcpXOhXLWiMznAGOH1hZiIirjKKx2kYFvtQC_lYI16wB93DIVLsXRL34vGH9r8Z2EubDq3QKmhQWmeXxMmjVi-J2A33NY_4nPRIxWlT_JTfHX683BQBZGnT2hS5Enk\/s16000\/How_pets_can_help_people_with_aphasia%20-%20elderly%20woman%20cradles%20her%20dogs%20in%20her%20arms.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003EFur, feathers or fins, all pets can make us feel happier. Now, new research from the \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.unisa.edu.au\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EUniversity of South Australia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E shows that pet ownership and pet care can also support communication and wellbeing, especially for people with acquired language difficulties such as aphasia.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPartnering with \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aphasia.asn.au\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EAphasia SA\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, researchers found that pets have a unique ability to improve communication among people with \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/aphasia.org.au\/what-is-aphasia\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eaphasia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, a language difficulty after brain injury that can affect a person’s ability to talk, listen, and connect.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ECurrently, more than 140,000 Australians live with aphasia.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe study showed that pets can deliver notable improvements in people’s emotional and social wellbeing, from boosting their confidence in social situations, to providing them with company when they felt low.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ci\u003EUniSA\u003C\/i\u003E student researcher, Charlotte Mitchard, says that while every person with aphasia presents differently, the condition often affects a person’s ability to speak, read, write, and understand others.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E“Aphasia can have a big impact on a person’s life affecting how they connect and interact with others, as well as how they participate in the community,” Mitchard says.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEj5mi_4gueAU98csA8HqkZygOaVsC5xnzc32KuE0wSmDKohGvZ5UMaIuT8QCayOdf1ms_iF08aH3vGay3zR5wcsTAF-gZmCumh4NeciNucuAbUsK93B4OF-wvOtNFqJjMei6GzhNNIF3LcVZz-CX8xwu3B6zFG7OZhZB0-m-SCm9PrpmUoGR78hNZaFACQ\/s11062\/How_pets_help_people_with_aphasia_speak_again%20-%20elderly%20woman%20sitting%20on%20bench%20in%20nature%20with%20Cocker%20Spaniel.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"11062\" data-original-width=\"8780\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEj5mi_4gueAU98csA8HqkZygOaVsC5xnzc32KuE0wSmDKohGvZ5UMaIuT8QCayOdf1ms_iF08aH3vGay3zR5wcsTAF-gZmCumh4NeciNucuAbUsK93B4OF-wvOtNFqJjMei6GzhNNIF3LcVZz-CX8xwu3B6zFG7OZhZB0-m-SCm9PrpmUoGR78hNZaFACQ\/w318-h400\/How_pets_help_people_with_aphasia_speak_again%20-%20elderly%20woman%20sitting%20on%20bench%20in%20nature%20with%20Cocker%20Spaniel.jpg\" width=\"318\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E“People with affected communication skills can feel quite isolated and alone. But a pet – whether it’s a dog, a cat, or even a fish – can give them greater purpose and companionship, which is especially valuable for people who feel isolated because of their condition.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E“Pets are also a non-judgemental communication partner, offering friendship without expectations. In fact, one of the most common phrases we heard was ‘my pet doesn’t care if I can’t talk properly, they love me anyway’.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;\"\u003E”\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ESenior researcher and speech pathologist Professor Maria Kambanaros says the study presents a leaping point for other pet and health research in speech pathology.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E“The next phase of our study will examine how pet ownership can help people who are caring for those with aphasia,” Prof Kambanaros says.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E“Beyond that, we’re also exploring the impact of pet ownership on the wellbeing of people with different acquired neurological disorders, such as Parkinson’s Disease.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E“We know pets have a positive impact on our lives. By exploring how speech pathologists can support this in therapy, we can promote a far better quality of life.”\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\n\u003Ciframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pr8Rvsjxxow\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"\u003E\u003C\/iframe\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ERelated Stories:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/06\/keeping-elderly-people-and-pets.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EKeeping elderly people and pets together: urgent action needed!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/02\/welfare-program-helps-seniors-get-pet.html\" rel=\"\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EWelfare program in WA helps seniors get their pet to the vet\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/feeds\/2604092923975653885\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/08\/how-pets-help-aphasia-patients-speak.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/2604092923975653885"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/2604092923975653885"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/08\/how-pets-help-aphasia-patients-speak.html","title":"How pets help aphasia patients speak again"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhGP1U69oSIfJn89xOjQQniH-xugcmyWQOD-rIaUlDr2sOCydeJzofvS60AJCzzpLcpXOhXLWiMznAGOH1hZiIirjKKx2kYFvtQC_lYI16wB93DIVLsXRL34vGH9r8Z2EubDq3QKmhQWmeXxMmjVi-J2A33NY_4nPRIxWlT_JTfHX683BQBZGnT2hS5Enk\/s72-c\/How_pets_can_help_people_with_aphasia%20-%20elderly%20woman%20cradles%20her%20dogs%20in%20her%20arms.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2020204049726645298.post-7607230356405431894"},"published":{"$t":"2023-08-01T11:43:00.008+10:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2023-12-12T14:22:08.089+11:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"HEALTH AND WELLNESS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"NEWS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"PREVENTION"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"TICKS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"VETERINARY"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"National Tick Awareness Month for Pets in Australia"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; 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font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWarning for pet owners with new research revealing deadly tick paralysis occurs all year-round \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EVets call on dog owners to stay up to date with tick prevention to reduce potentially costly, and potentially fatal, consequences.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EVets are urging pet owners to be compliant with tick prevention after a new study published in the \u003Ci\u003EInternational Journal for Parasitology\u003C\/i\u003E found \u003Cb\u003Eparalysis tick cases are seen all year-round\u003C\/b\u003E (including throughout the winter months)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E[1]\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E. The study found that there are significant variations in the peak season of tick paralysis by region. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EReporting on data from 22,840 cases of tick paralysis in dogs and cats from four regions along the east coast of Australia over a period of up to 19 years, results revealed that \u003Cb\u003Ethe peak season of tick paralysis starts earlier in in the north\u003C\/b\u003E than in the south. It also uncovered that \u003Cb\u003EVictoria had two peak seasons of tick paralysis\u003C\/b\u003E, while other regions only had one. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe new findings come as the \u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003EAustralian Paralysis Tick Advisory Panel\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E, which consists of veterinary and scientific experts, once again looks to put a spotlight on the dangers of deadly paralysis ticks with the start of the annual\u003Cb\u003E National Tick Awareness Month for Pets (August 1 -31)\u003C\/b\u003E. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EAuthor of the study, Professor Stephen Barker, \u003Ci\u003EUniversity of Queensland\u003C\/i\u003E, says, “While it is known that there are peak seasons for tick paralysis, the study reminds us that cases still occur outside the traditional high-risk period in spring and early summer – cases are seen year-round, including during the cooler winter months. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E“This finding further validates the call for dog owners to be compliant with \u003Cb\u003Eusing an effective tick control product all year-round\u003C\/b\u003E. People living in non-paralysis tick zones should also remain vigilant, especially when travelling with their pet,” Professor Barker said. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EDespite the impact of paralysis ticks on Australian pets, there is still a lot that is poorly understood about these parasites.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgpntGv1T1CnQYbZXWoEirv4fT-ePQnpprw22LnvtjMLlLwo69SNoUK9NbLY97vVZp9VN6QFNCGgX70fpG9w5KW1TvlMTfQ5oqOe9ceWJw4mQzdnPs69PmuaIh7i38R0kq9_tNF-Z6Pg0kBmFdqZDJo2axsco_15ACK9iT2FvMHhlNl2gtzyf8xXsjuTE8\/s636\/August_2023_National_Tick_Awareness_Month_in_Australia%20-%20map%20with%20different%20types%20of%20ticks%20and%20geographical%20spread.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"376\" data-original-width=\"636\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgpntGv1T1CnQYbZXWoEirv4fT-ePQnpprw22LnvtjMLlLwo69SNoUK9NbLY97vVZp9VN6QFNCGgX70fpG9w5KW1TvlMTfQ5oqOe9ceWJw4mQzdnPs69PmuaIh7i38R0kq9_tNF-Z6Pg0kBmFdqZDJo2axsco_15ACK9iT2FvMHhlNl2gtzyf8xXsjuTE8\/s16000\/August_2023_National_Tick_Awareness_Month_in_Australia%20-%20map%20with%20different%20types%20of%20ticks%20and%20geographical%20spread.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EParalysis ticks are parasites that live by feeding on blood. As they feed, they inject dogs with a neurotoxin, and this can cause signs of paralysis. Complacency with tick prevention can cost dog owners tens of thousands of dollars, and \u003Cb\u003Esome dogs will die from tick paralysis despite the best veterinary care\u003C\/b\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EHowever, in positive news, new data on owner compliance with using tick prevention over the past 12 months shows there’s been an increase across the eastern seaboard from 43% to 54%\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E[2]\u003Cspan\u003E. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EIn NSW, compliance has increased from 51% to 54%, including Sydney up from 51% to 54% and Northern Regional NSW from 51% to 62%. In QLD, compliance amongst dog owners increased from 45% to 49%. Brisbane grew 46% to 60%, Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast 55% to 68% and Regional QLD from 38% to 49%. And, in Victoria, a state found to have two tick seasons, compliance increased significantly going from 30% to 53%. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ECommenting on the compliance of Australian dog owners with tick prevention, Professor Barker says “We’ve seen a strong increase in dog owner compliance with tick prevention across the eastern seaboard and education and awareness about the importance of tick prevention is growing year-on-year – so the aim of \u003Cb\u003ENational Tick Awareness Month for Pets\u003C\/b\u003E is to build on this trajectory. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E“It’s important for dog owners to understand the risks of paralysis ticks and the consequences that can result from not being proactive with protecting their dog all year-round,” Professor Barker concluded. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ETo best protect dogs from paralysis ticks, vets are urging owners to use an effective tick control product, like \u003Ci\u003ENexGard SPECTRA®\u003C\/i\u003E, all year-round.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgpav_-grs3frwy2Zpbkqb8se19zP8pGjgiSg_wX4HN14K6926E9YHMJk8aJAaVyfjFwYvdQ2fK-rfAOetjQN7GzX_DwNtv9dAslySy8Dloplxe0CAZJbgCUoWXdK_KdlQZz3Au0C47zOqecLS_bkAbwijiCOX37RXIBJOb31wJrZhkOCpzEdVkl9XN_vA\/s860\/National_Tick_Awareness_Month_August_2023_in_Australia%20-%20Vet%20removing%20tick%20from%20dog%20using%20tweezers.png\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"574\" data-original-width=\"860\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgpav_-grs3frwy2Zpbkqb8se19zP8pGjgiSg_wX4HN14K6926E9YHMJk8aJAaVyfjFwYvdQ2fK-rfAOetjQN7GzX_DwNtv9dAslySy8Dloplxe0CAZJbgCUoWXdK_KdlQZz3Au0C47zOqecLS_bkAbwijiCOX37RXIBJOb31wJrZhkOCpzEdVkl9XN_vA\/s16000\/National_Tick_Awareness_Month_August_2023_in_Australia%20-%20Vet%20removing%20tick%20from%20dog%20using%20tweezers.png\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThey should also perform daily searches following three easy steps:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EGently move your fingertips through the coat at the level of the skin, feeling for any bumps.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EStart at the head and neck - don't forget the mouth and ears - and continue down the front legs to the paws, checking between and under the toes. Search the chest, belly, back, tail, and back legs.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ERemove the collar and search for ticks that may be hiding underneath it. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EFor more information on \u003Cb\u003ENational Tick Awareness Month for Pets\u003C\/b\u003E and information on how to best protect dogs from ticks, fleas, mites, heartworm and intestinal worms, visit \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/nexgard.com.au\/tickcheck\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: red;\"\u003Enexgard.com.au\/tickcheck\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EReferences:\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E[1]\u0026nbsp;Teo, E. J. M., Arganda, A., Webster, R., Yappa, A., Barker, D. \u0026amp; Barker, S. C. (2023) Two seasons of tick paralysis in Victoria yet one season in Queensland and New South Wales, Australia. International Journal for Parasitology, 53, 43–53.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E[2]\u0026nbsp;Source Kantar on behalf of Boehringer Ingelheim. According to dosing to manufacturer’s instructions in treating for ticks. Online survey of n=600 dog owners. Data from April 2022-April 2023.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EAbout NexGard SPECTRA® \u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ENexGard SPECTRA®, manufactured by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, is a tasty once-a-month chew suitable for puppies and dogs from eight weeks of age and weighing at least 2 kg. NexGard SPECTRA® provides the most complete protection against fleas, ticks, mites, heartworm and intestinal worms, all in one tasty chew, and is available in Australia at leading veterinary clinics, pet specialty stores and online. See product label for full claim details and directions for use. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EBoehringer Ingelheim Animal Health \u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EBoehringer Ingelheim Animal Health is working on first-in-class innovation for the prediction, prevention, and treatment of diseases in animals. 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font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThis August marks \u003Cb\u003ENational Pet Dental Health Month\u003C\/b\u003E, helping to highlight the importance of pet oral health for the happiness and wellbeing of our beloved four-legged friends.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EIn Australia, dental disease is the most common health condition in pets, with as many as\u003Cb\u003E 70% – 80% of cats and dogs\u003C\/b\u003E having developed some form of the disease during their lifetime [1]. To help raise greater awareness and encourage Australians to monitor symptoms of this condition, \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPetstock Vet \u003C\/i\u003EDr. Tara Morris\u003C\/b\u003E shares her expert advice on how to keep your pet’s teeth and gums in tip-top shape. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHow do I know if my pet has dental disease? \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EDental disease, specifically periodontal disease, is a progressive condition affecting your pet's gums and surrounding bone. It develops in four stages, with the initial stage being the mildest and most easily treatable.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ESymptoms may include bad breath, plaque and tartar build-up on the teeth, loss of appetite, difficulty chewing, eating, or bleeding gums [2].\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EIf left untreated, advanced stages of dental disease can lead to tooth loss, gum inflammation, and significant bone loss [3]. It's important to note that dental disease causes pain and discomfort at any stage. Seeking prompt veterinary advice and early treatment is crucial to prevent the condition from worsening. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #6aa84f; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EHygiene Tip #1: Start a brushing routine\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #6aa84f; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #6aa84f; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgQixur2MHy3k83BHT_2zwAjNegXFNqS5slkEmgEWwmQdg-Fotz49yhlTiRj82QOhr8u3bkHJ6ftDXccWTUgQz9th-3OQ6jbWHaa9BdrZRVU9RzO9f_Md_Elrewm4qzybWRg3VHfVSWcwkjRAhDlpVaEZ04nvftXo5rTkpKRzCr2BLmkB74W9GwJGPHMFY\/s2048\/August_is_Pet_Dental_Care_Month%20-%20cat_lying_down_next_to_toothbrush_holder.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1365\" data-original-width=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgQixur2MHy3k83BHT_2zwAjNegXFNqS5slkEmgEWwmQdg-Fotz49yhlTiRj82QOhr8u3bkHJ6ftDXccWTUgQz9th-3OQ6jbWHaa9BdrZRVU9RzO9f_Md_Elrewm4qzybWRg3VHfVSWcwkjRAhDlpVaEZ04nvftXo5rTkpKRzCr2BLmkB74W9GwJGPHMFY\/s16000\/August_is_Pet_Dental_Care_Month%20-%20cat_lying_down_next_to_toothbrush_holder.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBrushing your pet’s teeth regularly\u003C\/b\u003E, preferably daily or at least weekly [4], is the most important way of helping to maintain their oral hygiene and prevent dental disease. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ETo clean your pet’s teeth, make sure you \u003Cb\u003Einvest in \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003Especialised toothbrushes\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E specially designed for animals and are less abrasive than human brushes. \u003Cb\u003EPet-friendly toothpaste\u003C\/b\u003E is also a must, as many human toothpastes contain \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2019\/01\/the-dangers-of-xylitol-poisoning-for.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Exylitol\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E — an artificial sweetener that is toxic to cats and dogs. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EOther products that can be used to clean your pet’s teeth include \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003Edental wipes\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E, mouth freshening \u003Cb\u003Ewater additives\u003C\/b\u003E, and even \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003Efresh breath foam\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E. If you’re thinking of incorporating these products into your pet’s dental routine but are unsure about which products to use, speak to your local vet or head to your local \u003Ci style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003EPetstock \u003C\/i\u003Estore for more personalised advice. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #6aa84f; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EHygiene Tip #2: Dental toys and treats \u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ENot only are they delicious and fun to play with, dental toys and treats are an easy way of helping to maintain oral hygiene.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhZruFhz4OoUkQcNOz9BKFs8nXwWfIMnSW01swToGk5I3ZMjUov3o99XhQTAsf8WNrj-u2aklTPWSJN3mf_z-UVABurezE5pr4y7HHHKboJTcY3TR-XBQ38z0n1N73uI3t7loiZLkkn_riEj9PFgqmN-H9cxjCKCe4d58kPZ8BHlFfZXk7Y9HK85oT-7K8\/s1850\/August_is_Pet_Dental_Care_Month%20-%20Groodle_with_dental_stick_in_his_mouth.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1338\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhZruFhz4OoUkQcNOz9BKFs8nXwWfIMnSW01swToGk5I3ZMjUov3o99XhQTAsf8WNrj-u2aklTPWSJN3mf_z-UVABurezE5pr4y7HHHKboJTcY3TR-XBQ38z0n1N73uI3t7loiZLkkn_riEj9PFgqmN-H9cxjCKCe4d58kPZ8BHlFfZXk7Y9HK85oT-7K8\/s16000\/August_is_Pet_Dental_Care_Month%20-%20Groodle_with_dental_stick_in_his_mouth.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EA great option to consider for pet owners who are short on time, \u003Cb\u003Edental toys and treats \u003C\/b\u003Ecan be given with minimal supervision, and are designed to help remove plaque and tartar as your pets play and chew. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #6aa84f; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EHygiene Tip #3: Consider a dental diet\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EAside from dental treats, a \u003Cb\u003Epet’s overall diet\u003C\/b\u003E can also play a role in keeping healthy oral hygiene. Pet owners can explore specially formulated dental kibble that aids in cleaning their pet's teeth as they eat, effectively reducing the formation of plaque and tartar. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ERemember that any diet changes should be gradual and must always be conducted under the guidance of a pet professional. Consult your local vet before suddenly changing your pet’s diet to improve oral hygiene. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #6aa84f; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EHygiene Tip #4: Getting your pet’s teeth professionally cleaned\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThere’s only so much that home cleaning, dental treats and specialised kibble can do. Once tartar has set and formed throughout the stages of dental disease, it cannot easily be removed at home and thus \u003Cb\u003Eprofessional cleaning is recommended\u003C\/b\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ELike humans, it is advised for pets to receive a \u003Cb\u003Eprofessional dental clean once every six months\u003C\/b\u003E to prevent general build up.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EAs professional dental cleaning is a procedure requiring anaesthesia and a prior dental check, be sure to speak to your local vet if you are considering this option. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDental Health Facts\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EDogs have 42 permanent teeth and cats have 30.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ERabbit teeth are open-rooted and continuously grow throughout their lives.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EAggressive chewing on hard objects is a primary cause of broken teeth in dogs like rocks.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EProviding your pet with good dental hygiene can add 2-4 years to their life.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EPets don’t tell us when their teeth hurt, animals actually hide the signs of illness or weakness\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDr Tara’s top dental health product picks:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjHZ2BTByYKgAfvx9Sz2jeh5pKpHuJVoMC6D-THH8DISY_OawSoPafsFna8ExAZ525kvdJ8CNc7hGiVrf05t-hCHatswFsEUlPI9_yXGJ9X44qjTqndjs_sPboYvwbjyKUKEI8mGjGxGRtyfpbl-RAuw3gTAicJwh3ATPVRnVaaeYPnGM7fJq2UUZ9k97c\/s2000\/Auugust_is_National_Pet_Dental_Month%20-%20Petstock%20Vet%20Product%20Suggestions.jpg\" style=\"clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"2000\" data-original-width=\"2000\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjHZ2BTByYKgAfvx9Sz2jeh5pKpHuJVoMC6D-THH8DISY_OawSoPafsFna8ExAZ525kvdJ8CNc7hGiVrf05t-hCHatswFsEUlPI9_yXGJ9X44qjTqndjs_sPboYvwbjyKUKEI8mGjGxGRtyfpbl-RAuw3gTAicJwh3ATPVRnVaaeYPnGM7fJq2UUZ9k97c\/w320-h320\/Auugust_is_National_Pet_Dental_Month%20-%20Petstock%20Vet%20Product%20Suggestions.jpg\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003ETropiclean\u003C\/i\u003E\u0026nbsp;Fresh Breath Oral Care Kit\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003ERRP:$35.84\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003ETropiclean\u003C\/i\u003E Fresh Breath Dental Wipes 50pk \u003Cb\u003ERRP:$29.40\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003ETropiclean\u003C\/i\u003E Enticers Kong Dental Ball \u0026amp; Smoked Beef Brisket Gel \u003Cb\u003ERRP:$29.97 - $39.97\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003EGreenies\u003C\/i\u003E Regular Dental Chews For Medium Dogs Treats \u003Cb\u003ERRP:$35.98\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003EDrool by Dr Chris Brown\u003C\/i\u003E Cat Teeth + Breath Cat Treats 60g \u003Cb\u003ERRP:$11.98 \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EFor more information on how to care for your pet’s oral health, visit\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.petstock.com.au\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ewww.petstock.com.au\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cu\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003EReferences:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E[1] [3]\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.scirp.org\/pdf\/JCDSA_2019102115352050.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EMäkinen, Annika \u0026amp; Munukka, 2019\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E, pp. 275-276\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E[2] [4]\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rspcavic.org\/learn\/dental-health-disaease\/#%3A~%3Atext%3DSigns%20of%20poor%20dental%20health%2Con%20teeth%20and%20increased%20drooling\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003ERSPCA, 2022\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EAbout National Pet Dental Health Month\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThis August, \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPetstock\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E is celebrating National Pet Dental Health Month, raising awareness of dental disease and encouraging pet parents to play an active role in keeping their pet’s teeth and gums healthy. Throughout the month, Petstock is providing a range of dental product savings in-store and online.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003EMEDIA RELEASE, 26th August 2023\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ERelated Stories:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2019\/07\/why-dog-dental-care-is-essential.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EWhy Dog Dental Care is Essential\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/feeds\/4138884770310302458\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/07\/august-is-national-pet-dental-health.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/4138884770310302458"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/4138884770310302458"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/07\/august-is-national-pet-dental-health.html","title":"August is National Pet Dental Health Month"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEj2ZORPotPUGQGk5AKchJ_WN2SP_Vohjb8XTW2OmNiYKtbS4XFFQTnsyVo2KV7IL_-Jgpg4A7z2eKvTnOGOovfOeNSFgdlku7VwI0QPB6Ui2Jet7bUBgDjtwExCXzSULFkjhDkrD3VdzKQ2Vnkh0K1raE7e2FdUWAuM4VXUvSKGR9mPM4AU9GUNSno9oXI\/s72-c\/August_is_National_Dental_Month%20%20%20-%20using%20a%20finger%20brush%20to%20clean%20Corgi's%20teeth.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}}]}});