Natures Gift

Dogs - General Health

Desexing

Spaying and neutering offers a temperament benefit to owing a dog. Males tend to be less territorial and less aggressive, they will less likely to abscond to find a female who is in season. Females will be more focused on you and make better companions when desexed.

Unless you plan to breed your dog, it is advisable to de-sex your dog. Please consult your vet for the best advice on when to de-sex your pet.

Vaccinations

There are some canine diseases that can be fatal, we recommend consulting your veterinarian to discuss the course of vaccinations for your puppy/dog.

Flea Treatment / Wormings

We recommend following a routine flea and worming treatment for your puppy/dog, there are many different applications and brands on the market, please consult your veterinarian to discuss the best treatment for your pet.

Identification / Microchipping

Your dog should be registered with your local council and wear a sturdy collar with an identification tag and telephone number attached. To ensure your pet is permanently identified a microchip cannot be lost. Microchipping is very safe and your dog will feel little or not pain, once inserted your pets details are put on a national database and if found your pet will be returned to you immediately. Contact your local vet for more information.