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Do you know this cat?

Dr Chris Blair BVSc MACVSc (Surgery) at 6 August 2013

Nurse Liz with Smoochy Stray Max qual med size

Do you know the cat. This stray cat was brought to PetFriends Winmalee on Sunday morning, by a Good Samaritan from Faulconbridge. This cat had 3 large mature ticks removed, and was started on treatment for severe tick poisoning. The cat is a real smoocher

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Zoe's Life Saving Operation

Dr Chris Blair BVSc MACVSc (Surgery) Veterinary Surgeon at 6 May 2013

Zoe is an active Airdale puppy, and like many puppies, explores her world via her mouth. She eats a wide variety of interesting objects, including stones.

Unfortunately, one large stone she ate lodge in her bowel, causing a complete obstruction. The vets at PetFriends operated on Zoe, and removed the stone, along with a piece of her bowel. Zoe is making an excellent recovery.

Zoe is an active Airedale puppy, and like many puppies, explores her world via her mouth. She eats a wide variety of interesting objects, including stones. Here is Nurse Marsha with Zoe, recovering after her lifesaving operation by Dr Russel Basset.. Read more to see the operation picture, and the Xray of Zoe's abdomen, the rock is clearly visible as a large white lump - WARNING the picture of the operation is graphic, so do not view if you are upset by blood. Zoe's owner is very fortunate that Zoe is covered by pet insurance. We strongly recommend all pet owners consider pet insurance to help cover the cost of unexpected accident and illness, as well as chronic health issues.

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