August 27th, 2020
Companion newsletter – Spring 2020
Enjoy reading the latest edition of Lort Smith’s biannual newsletter.
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August 13th, 2020
How many animals is too many?
Animals play an important role in our lives, and the current pandemic has made their roles more significant. They have warmed our laps, photobombed video conferences, joined us on endless walks and have simply sat with us.
June 30th, 2020
An Ooshie almost cost Coco her life
Coco was feeling very sorry for herself following emergency life-saving surgery at Lort Smith Animal Hospital. The two-year-old pinscher cross doberman had a lion Ooshie and another plastic object removed from her bowel during emergency surgery.
June 30th, 2020
Dr Shallan aims to use her scholarship to increase non-invasive diagnostics expertise
Dr Alan Lawther was renowned as an excellent surgeon across Melbourne’s veterinary community. Each year, a scholarship is awarded annually to a vet and/or vet nurse to enhance their veterinary skills.
June 9th, 2020
Impact 2019
Every day of the year, Lort Smith is here to ensure our animals are cared for, and importantly, the people that care for them.
May 18th, 2020
Vaccine protects your cat from the deadly feline parvovirus
Lort Smith Animal Hospital has seen a significant spike in cases of the deadly feline parvovirus (FPV). Head of Hospital, Dr David Cunliffe, is urging cat owners to ensure kittens are properly vaccinated.
May 18th, 2020
Lort Smith Pet Therapy volunteers move online to help the community
Lort Smith Pet Therapy teams have been creating videos to provide enriching experiences to Melbourne’s most in need.
April 30th, 2020
Caring for your cat in quarantine
We’ve all heard recently about the extremely rare cases of COVID-19 found in one tiger and two smaller felines in Hong Kong and Belgium. While it might seem daunting, the reality is basic hygiene principals will help keep your pet safe from COVID-19.
April 3rd, 2020
Companion newsletter – Autumn 2020
Enjoy reading the latest edition of Lort Smith’s biannual newsletter.
March 25th, 2020
Caring for your pet if you have to self-isolate during the COVID-19 outbreak
Information within this article is based on current advice. This article will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.