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Taking care of your pet goes beyond the consultation room. On this page, you’ll find helpful guidance from preventative care that can protect your pet’s health long-term to aftercare advice following surgery or specialist treatment. Whether you ar planning ahead or supporting your pet through recovery, we hope these expert resources give you the clarity and confidence you need. Enjoy exploring our top recommendations.
Top Tips and Advice for Pet Owners
 "Can a Swallowed Foreign Object Be Removed Without Surgery?")
If your dog or cat has swallowed something they should not have, surgery is not always necessary.In some cases, ...
 "My Dog Can’t Walk Properly. When Should I Be Worried?")
If your dog suddenly starts limping, stumbling or struggling to stand, it can be difficult to know how seri...
 "My Cat Has Eaten String or Something Unusual, What Should I Do?")
Cats can be surprisingly inventive when it comes to swallowing things they should not.String, ribbon, hair ties,...
 "My Dog Has Eaten Something It Shouldn't, What Should I Do?")
Dogs are curious by nature, and some are especially talented at eating things they absolutely should not.Socks, ...
 "My Dog or Cat Is Struggling to Pee. When Is It an Emergency?")
Changes in the way your dog or cat urinates can be easy to miss, especially in the early stages.Your d...
 "DDD Zoran’s Legacy lives on through Canine Blood Donation")
For almost eight years, DDD Zoran served alongside his handler, Leading Senior Constable Abby Ashton, as part of...
 "The Future of TPLO Recovery: How the FAWKES Nerve Block Gets Dogs Like Ralph Walking Comfortably Just Hours After Knee Surgery")
If you watch this video of Ralph, a happy, alert dog, up and walking comfortably, and then we told you he h...
 "Advanced Cardiology Care Gives Mia a New Beginning")
At Veterinary Specialists of Sydney, we are privileged to witness remarkable patient journeys every day. One rec...
 "Toxic Human Foods for Dogs and Cats: Avoiding an Emergency Visit")
As we approach the Anzac Day long weekend, we are all looking forward to honouring the day and enjoying some wel...
 "Beyond Possible: Giving Possum Her Quality of Life Back")
At VSOS, we are often presented with cases where the solution isn't immediately clear, and other hs have turned o...
 "Why Does My Dog Have a Runny Nose, Nosebleeds, or Noisy Breathing?")
It can be worrying to notice your dog suddenly sneezing more, developing a runny nose, or even having a noseblee...
 "Dog Heatstroke in Sydney")
What to look for, what to do, what not to do, and when to come to emergencyEmergency warning: If your dog is pan...
