Preventing Torn Cruciate Ligaments in DogsByHIF Australia03 December 2018Did you know, dogs can tear their cruciate ligament just like humans? In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, Dr. Mel catches up with Liz and her dogs, Billy and Bobbie to discuss what to do if your dog tears their cruciate and the common signs and symptoms of this injury.Category:Pet Health, Veterinary adviceRead More0 Comments
Snake Bites and Your PetsByHIF Australia26 November 2018Armed with curiosity and natural hunting instincts it is not uncommon for our favourite four legged friends to cross paths with a snake. Particularly, as the weather starts to warm up, dogs and cats can have these encounters in local parks near water such as lakes and beaches, or even in your back yard. In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, Dr. Mel discusses how important it is to recognise the signs of a bite and what to do if it happens.Category:Pet Health, Veterinary adviceRead More0 Comments
Overweight PetsByHIF Australia08 November 2018In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, Dr. Mel explains how many owners are unaware their dog is at an unhealthy weight range and the impact this can have on their overall health.Category:Pet Health, Veterinary advice, Vet Visits Read More0 Comments
Happy (Healthy) HalloweenByHIF Australia30 October 2018Happy Halloween weekend! Whether you're attending a costume party or trick-or-treating with the kids, we hope you have a spook-tacular day! And speaking of your little ones, here's some quick and easy ways to inject a fun dose of 'healthy' into Halloween...Category:RecipesRead More0 Comments
Dogs and Stick Injuries ByHIF Australia17 October 2018Many dogs love to chew sticks, carry sticks and chase sticks but did you know that they can be very hazardous to dogs? In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, veterinary expert, Dr Melissa Meehan sits down with ‘Hif’ to discuss the stick injuries that can happen and how we can keep our dogs safe with some friendly alternatives. Category:Pet Health, Veterinary advice, Vet Visits Read More0 Comments
Why Vet Bills Can Sometimes Seem ExpensiveByHIF AustraliaA vet clinic is a one stop shop when it comes to your pet’s health. Vets are the surgeon, the dentist, the anaesthetist, the radiologist, the pathologist, the pharmacist. Not to mention all the medical equipment required to diagnose and treat all the different species and diseases that they see. In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, veterinary expert, Dr Melissa Meehan sits down with ‘Hif’ to discuss why vet bills can sometimes seem expensive.Category:Pet Health, Vet Visits Read More0 Comments
Health Insurance or “Self-Insurance”? What You Need to KnowByHIF Australia11 September 2018Have you ever heard of the term “self-insurance”? It’s being referred to as an alternative to the traditional process of taking out a health insurance policy as a safety net. But can you really afford to self-insure and is it the safest option? According to finance and insurance expert, Bessie Hassan from finder.com.au, “The answer is probably not. You never really know when a medical issue can pop up and how much it’s going to cost you, the reality is that not everyone can afford to fork out $35,000 when the time comes.” With this in mind, Bessie discusses the importance of having health insurance and being covered if the worst happened.Category:HIF News, Health InsuranceRead More0 Comments
How to Ensure My New Puppy Settles in WellByHIF Australia04 September 2018Taking a new puppy home is a very exciting and nerve-wracking time! But did you know that everything your puppy learns in the first 16 weeks they’ll remember for life? In this short clip, we caught up with our friends at Pooches at Play to hear their top tips on how to make your pup feel safe, comfortable and loved in its new home.Category:Pet Health, Bringing home a New PetRead More0 Comments
How Do I Pick the Right Dog for My Lifestyle?ByHIF Australia29 August 2018Thinking of adding a fur-kid to your family, but not sure where to start? In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, Animal Advocate and Dog Trainer, Lara Shannon shares her knowledge on what breeds might be the best choice for your individual circumstances and their personality traits.Category:Pet Health, Bringing home a New PetRead More0 Comments
Living with a Deaf DogByHIF Australia24 August 2018Did you know you can train a deaf dog just as well as a hearing dog? The only difference is that you use hand signals instead of verbal commands. In this short clip with Pooches at Play, Animal Advocate and Dog Trainer, Lara Shannon shares her top tips for communicating with and training a deaf dog.Category:Pet HealthRead More0 Comments
Why so Many Australians Are in the Dark About Ambulance CostsByHIF Australia23 August 2018Ambulance rides can be scary (and so can the fees!). In fact, according to Bessie from Finder.com.au, “One in 3 Australians wrongly believe that ambulances are free because they’re covered by Medicare”. In her latest article, Bessie discusses the many misconceptions, the associated costs and the simple solution.Category:Emergency CareRead More0 Comments
How Do I Pick the Right Breed and Age of Dog for My Family?ByHIF Australia14 August 2018Thinking of adding a fur-kid to your family, but not sure where to start? In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, Animal Advocate and Dog Trainer, Lara Shannon shares her knowledge on what breeds might be the best choice for your individual circumstances and their personality traits.Category:Pet Health, Bringing home a New PetRead More0 Comments