Our first concern is always your pets health.  Before placing your pet under a general anaesthetic we will weigh them and peform a complete physical examination to ensure they are in good health.  Whilst the physical exam is important, it may not probide a complete picture of your pets health.  To minimise the risk associated with a general anesthetic we recommend  Pre-anaesthetic blood testing (PAB) and intravenous fluid therapy (IOFT).  These are recomendations and are not compulsory.

PAB testing provides an insight into what is happening internally and may uncover health concerns that cannot be detected by a physical exam alone, in younger pets this can include tick fever which causes the blood to lose its clotting abilities.  This is done prior to the sedation of your pet.  If all is normal then we go ahead with the surgery, however, if an abnomality is found we will contact you and we may change the anesthetic to suit your pet or delay the procedure if necessary. 

IOFT assists in maintaining your pets blood pressure during the procedure and helps improve recovery from anaesthetic.  It also helps keep them hydrated and supports the liver and kidney functions. 

While these measures cannot guarantee the absence of complications, they do minimise the risks during and after the anaesthetic.

Please note that these are not included in the price of castrations or speys and are quoted for as additional items.   

Why should you Microchip your pet?

By law, microchipping is compulsory for both dogs and cats that are registered within the Darwin City, Palmerston and litchfield council municipality.  We recommend this procedure regardless of age, breed or locality.  Even if your pet does not have a history of wandering, there are various reasons why they may end up lost or wandering.  The benefits of microchipping are that your pet can be quickly identified anywhere in Australia, 24hrs a day, 7 days a week.  It is a once off cost and is a quick and easy procedure that can also be done at the same time as a vaccination, spey or castrate.  The other benfit is that tags can be lost, damaged, chewed or become unreadable, however, microchips stay with your pet for life.  It is also very important to update your details if they ever change.

Here are some important contact details.

Lost and Found animals – www.telaf.wordpress.com
Snake Catcher – 0409 326 307 or 1800 453 210
Wildlife Rescue – www.wildcarent.org.au or 0408 885 341
Council Registration information – www.darwin.nt.gov.au

Even Big Pussycats have 9 Lives! Read more…(PDF 300KB)

New drug to help dogs lick cancer – 8th March 2012

When nine-year-old Buster was diagnosed with cancer his owner Rebecca Harris was “absolutely devastated”.
Read more…

RAAF Dog – 15th February 2012

Defence dog Rocco goes to the dentist. Read more…

Hot dogs are cool customers – 29th April 2011

Parap Veterinary Hospital is an ecoBiz NT Partner.
“It’s a great investment, it’s improved the working environment for our staff and our patients, and it’s reducing our impact on the environment.” Read more… and also in the NT News

Stinger kills pit bull – 28th May 2010

Territorians warned about the threat of stingers after a pit bull dog was killed by a box jellyfish. Read more…

Owners urged to keep dogs calm – 1st July 2010

Dogs may become anxious during Territory Day celebrations…Read more…

Trick to treating tiger with toothache – 10th March 2008

Even tigers need help with their pearly whites. Read more…

1. Socialisation – meeting new pups and people
2. Understanding how your pup thinks
3. How to train your puppy effectively
4. Learn commands: sit, come and watch
5. How to handle your puppy – “Pass the Puppy”
6. Information on vaccination
7. Toilet training basics

Week 2

1. Socialisation
2. Reprimanding your puppy effectively
3. Learn commands: wait and drop
4. Information on intestinal worms, heartworm, ticks and fleas

Week 3

1. Socialisation
2. Doggy dilemmas: digging, jumping up, biting and barking
3. What toys are good for my puppy
4. Learn command: stay
5. Walking on a lead – nicely!
6. Diet and nutrition

Week 4

1. Socialisation.
2. Grooming and dental care
3. The benefits of micro-chipping
4. De-sexing information
5. Test commands: individual practical tests
6. Graduation packs awarded

Living with an under-socialised dog
can be frustrating, difficult and
potentially dangerous.
For under-socialised dogs, life is unbearably stressful.

Why does my puppy need Puppy Class?
Puppy Class allows your puppy to socialise during the critical phases of their development, and prior to having completed their full vaccination regime.
Due to the risk of disease and viruses it is not recommended to take your pup out to public parks and beaches until two weeks after their final vaccination at sixteen weeks of age. Therefore Puppy Class offers a great opportunity for safe socialisation in the best possible environment.

Start your puppy’s basic obedience training today! It’s never too early!

Course Information
Course includes:

• 4 x 1-hour sessions with instructors
• Information sheets
• Various puppy treats and goodies
• Graduation Pack & Puppy Discount Card – 10% discount off services for 12 months**

**Only full-time participants are eligible for graduation pack. Puppy Discount Card excludes pet food, accessories and medication and is valid for 12 months from graduation.

The Benefits

• To help identify any potential behavioural problems early
• To learn basic health protocols to keep your pup in tip top shape both mentally and physically
• To make trips to the clinic an enjoyable experience for both pooch and you!
• And most importantly to FUN with your puppy!

Course Costs
Full-time 4-week program** – $75.00
Part-time attendance – $19.00 per session

**Payment is required up-front for full-time program and missed sessions are non-refundable.

Bookings & Eligibility
Eligibility

• Your puppy must be in good health and have had their first vaccinations. You will need to supply proof of vaccination.
• Your puppy must be between the age of 7 – 14 weeks at commencement of the first class.

Bookings are Essential!

For bookings and further information on our next Puppy Class program, please contact our friendly receptionists on 89 81-9767 during business hours.
Location
Our classes are held at:
Parap Veterinary Hospital
Parap Shopping Village
42 Parap Road, PARAP