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Tick | Flea | Worming Options
Compiled by Dr Zinzi from product labels and publicly available evidence-based
sources, this guide is for general reference only. No liability is accepted for
discrepancies with product contents. Contact the distributor for concerns and always
read
labels carefully.
COMMON PRODUCTS
Tick | Flea | Worming Options
Compiled by Dr Zinzi from product labels and publicly available evidence-based
sources, this guide is for general reference only. No liability is accepted for
discrepancies with product contents. Contact the distributor for concerns and always
read
labels carefully.
New Pet Parent
BUYING A KITTEN
Be a responsible buyer
LEARN MORE↗Animal Care Australia Link
“The purchase of a new pet can be a big commitment – of time,
money
and emotions.”
NEW CAT
What should I know?
CATS↗International Society of Feline Medicine Link
“Before bringing home a new cat, there are quite a few things to
consider.”
FIRST KITTEN
What should I know?
CHECKLIST↗Pet Industry Association Australia PDF Link
“Bringing a new kitten home is an exciting time, but it’s
important to
be well-prepared to give them the best start. This checklist covers
what you’ll need to keep your kitten healthy, safe, and happy as they
grow.”
FIRST PUPPY
What should I know?
CHECKLIST↗Pet Industry Association Australia PDF Link
“Bringing a new puppy home is an exciting time, but it’s important
to
be well-prepared to give them the best start. This checklist covers
what you’ll need to keep your puppy healthy, safe, and happy as they
grow.”
TRAINING YOUR PUPPY
Topic: Welcoming visitors
5 TIPS ↗Pet Industry Association Australia PDF Link
“Set your puppy up for success – ask every visitor to offer
your pup a treat before they have any other interaction with the
puppy.”
ANTI-HISTAMINES
OVER-THE-COUNTER
[Human Grade]
Compiled by Dr Zinzi from product labels, Plumb’s, BSAVA and
publicly
available
evidence-based sources. This guide is for general reference. Please note that
non-human use
is usually
off-label. Contact the distributor for concerns and always read labels carefully.
Dental & Oral Health
VOHC OPTIONS
THE SEAL OF APPROVAL
DOGS↗ Veterinary Oral Health Council PDF
“How Can I Prevent Dental Disease in My Dog? The key to
management of gum disease (for pets – and humans) is prevention!”
VOHC OPTIONS
THE SEAL OF APPROVAL
CATS↗ Veterinary Oral Health Council PDF
“How Can I Prevent Dental Disease in My
Cat? The key to
management of gum disease (for pets – and humans) is
prevention!”
ORAL HEALTH
THE SEAL OF APPROVAL
What is VOHC?↗ Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) Link
“How Can I Prevent Dental Disease in My
Pet? The key to
management of gum disease (for pets – and humans) is prevention!”
Diet, Nutrition & BARF
DIET ELIMINATION
TRIAL – GENERAL INFORMATION
LEARN MORE↗Google PDF Link
Compiled by Dr Zinzi from publicly available
evidence-based
sources. This
guide is for general reference.
Sedation & Anaesthesia
ANAESTHESIA
FAQs
LEARN MORE ↗Google PDF Link
Compiled by Dr Zinzi from publicly available evidence-based sources. This guide is for general reference.
PREPARING FOR ANAESTHESIA
Preparing for Sedation or Anaesthesia Factsheet
LEARN MORE↗Google PDF Link
Compiled by Dr Zinzi from publicly available
evidence-based
sources. This
guide is for general reference.
Toxins & Poisons
Mobility & Arthritis
DOG MOBILITY
Osteoarthritis (OA) and Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)
QUESTIONNAIRE↗The University of Liverpool PDF Link
“The Liverpool Osteoarthritis in Dogs (LOAD) is a
questionnaire for pet-parents
with dogs experiencing mobility problems. When filled –
send through to your vet
and monitor how your dog is doing over time or in
response to pain
management.”
CAT MOBILITY
Osteoarthritis (OA) and Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)
LEARN MORE↗CatVets.com PDF Link
How can
I tell my cat has DJD?
HOME MODIFICATIONS↗International Society of
Feline Medicine PDF Link
PAIN CHECKLIST↗Zoetis PDF Link
“Feline arthritis, more correctly termed
degenerative joint disease
(DJD), is very common in cats.”
LIMPING IN DOGS
Common Causes of Lameness in Dogs
Patellar Luxation Factsheet ↗Davies Veterinary Specialists PDF Link
CRUCIATE LIGAMENT (ACL) FACTSHEET ↗Brisbane Veterinary Specialist Centre PDF Link
HIP DYSPLASIA FACTSHEET ↗MSD Manual PDF Link
ELBOW DYSPLASIA FACTSHEET ↗Davies Veterinary Specialists PDF Link
LIMPING IN CATS
Common Causes of Lameness in Cats
DEGENERATIVE JOINT DISEASE ↗ CatVets PDF
Home Modifications ↗
iCatCare PDF
Link
Arthritis Checklist ↗
Zoetis PDF
Link
JOINT SUPPLEMENTS
Osteoarthritis (OA) and Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)
JOINT SUPPLEMENTS↗
Google PDF Link
Compiled by Dr Zinzi from product labels and public evidence-based sources, this guide is for general reference only. No liability is accepted for discrepancies with product contents. Contact the distributor for concerns and always read labels carefully.
Emergency Helplines & More
ANIMAL POISONS HELPLINE↗24/7 Helpline For Australian Pet Owners
Phone: 1300 869
738
Email them
A small fee may apply.
BARK & BITE HELPLINE↗Dog Behaviour Triage and Support
“Providing professional guidance for your dog’s
behaviour and be your first point of
contact for
dog behaviour challenges.”
Telemedicine Options
Fees apply
LOST PETS IN NSW↗Facebook Page
“Lost Pets In NSW is an Australian page to
help reunite Lost Pets with
their [pet-parents]. We do our best to post all ads
ASAP.”
It’s very
important to state what Street and Suburb! Please be as
specific as possible.
Common Diseases & Concerns
FLEAS
Let’s get over the stigma – it could happened to
your pet
LEARN MORE↗Pet Industry Association Australia PDF Link
They’re everywhere –
ubiquitous!
They have a multi-step
lifecycle.
They are very difficult to get rid
of – prevention is key!
PARALYSIS TICK
Why are paralysis ticks a problem?
LEARN MORE↗Pet Industry Association Australia PDF Link
“Paralysis ticks are far
more dangerous than nuisance ticks
that cause only skin irritation. When they
feed, they release
a powerful neurotoxin that interferes
with the way nerves and
muscles communicate.”
PANCREATITIS
Pancreatitis is the inflammation of the
pancreas
LEARN MORE ↗Vetapedia PDF Link
What is the pancreas? What causes pancreatitis? Prevention?
Common Dog Diseases & Concerns
CANINE COUGH
Also previously known as Kennel Cough
LEARN MORE↗Pet Industry Association Australia PDF Link
What is Canine Cough?
How
is it cured?
How does my dog get
it?
Is there a way to avoid it or prevent
it?
ANAL SACS
The bum-bum
LEARN MORE↗Google PDF Link
What are they?
Why do
dogs and cats have them?
Can
I express my
pet’s anal sacs at
home?
Compiled by Dr Zinzi from publicly available
evidence-based sources. This guide
is for
general reference.
Common Cat Diseases & Concerns
FIV
Feline AIDS | Feline Immunodeficiency Virus
LEARN MORE↗Google PDF Link
What is FIV? How
does a cat get FIV? Can I do
anything
to prevent my
cat from becoming
FIV-positive?
Compiled by Dr Zinzi from publicly
available evidence-based sources. This
guide
is for
general reference.
FELINE ASTHMA
Feline Allergic & Chronic Bronchitis
LEARN MORE↗International Society of Feline Medicine Link
What are the
signs? What causes it? How is
it
treated?
“What is the outlook for cats with
asthma or chronic bronchitis?
Most
cats can be successfully treated, but
most will need life-long therapy. Some
cats with severe disease can suffer
repeated episodes of breathing
difficulty,
which in the worst cases can be
life-threatening. If you are worried
about your
cat, contact your veterinary team.”
FIC | FLUTD
Feline Idiopathic Cystitis | Feline Lower Urinary Tract Diseases
LEARN MORE ↗International Society of Feline Medicine Link
PDF Guide ↗International Society of Feline Medicine PDF Link
What is FIC? What
causes FIC? Can I do anything to
prevent my
cat from getting FIC?
CKD
Chronic Kidney/Renal Disease
LEARN MORE ↗International Society of Feline Medicine Link
ENCOURAGE DRINKING PDF ↗International Society of Feline Medicine PDF Link
What is CKD? Can I do
anything to prevent my
cat from getting CKD?
FIP
Feline Infectious Peritonitis
PDF Client Guide ↗International Society of Feline Medicine PDF Link
FIP INFORMATION ↗International Society of Feline Medicine PDF Link
What is FIP? What
causes FIP? Can I do anything to
prevent my
cat from getting FIP?
Quality of Life Considerations
DIFFICULT DECISIONS
Honouring the Bond
Aiming to stay as objective as possible, the Quality of life (QoL) questionnaire helps you honour the bond between you and your pet while considering their quality-of-life, and end-of-life decisions.
Learn How To Do It Yourself
FELINE ASTHMA
How to Introduce an Inhaler and Spacer
VIDEO
1 ↗Step 1:
Creating Comfort
VIDEO
2 ↗Step 2:
Building Confidence
VIDEO
3 ↗Step 3:
Applying the Mask
VIDEO
4 ↗Step 4:
Extending the Duration
VIDEO
5 ↗Step 5:
Inhaling the medication
Source: International Society of
Feline Medicine Link
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Adoptions, Rescues & Surrendering
RSPCA
Royal Society of the Protection of Cruelty to Animals
RSPCA Australia↗Website
“The RSPCA is an independent,
community-based charity providing animal
care and
protection services across the
country.”
NSW↗RSPCA
NSW
QLD↗RSPCA
QLD
TAS↗RSPCA
TAS
ACT↗RSPCA
ACT
VIC↗RSPCA
VIC
WA↗RSPCA
WA
NT↗RSPCA
NT
SA↗RSPCA
SA
CAT PROTECTION SOCIETY
Not a complete list of centres
“Cat Protection began in 1958, as a small
group of people dedicated to reducing the
number of stray cats by desexing and finding
loving and responsible homes for street
cats.”
AAPS VIC
Australian Animal Protection Society
Registered Animal Welfare Charity
No-Kill
Animal Shelter
Vet Clinic
Grooming
Salon
Op Shops
📍 MELBOURNE, VIC
PAWS DARWIN
More Than Just Rehoming
“PAWS Darwin is an animal welfare
organisation with charitable status that is
dedicated
to providing care for unwanted animals with
the ultimate goal of re-homing these animals
to loving families. PAWS Darwin offers
opportunities for volunteering to
individuals and
organisations of all types, as well as a
fostering program for people interested in
caring for and assisting in finding forever
homes for our cats and dogs.”
📍 DARWIN, NT
RESCUES
Pet Industry Association Australia
“Choosing adoption means giving a second
chance to a pet in need. It’s a commitment
to
responsible pet ownership – one that puts
love, patience, and care before convenience.
Every adoption helps reduce the number of
animals in shelters and supports rescue
organisations doing vital work in our
communities.”
Microchips & Pet Registration
PET REGISTRIES & SEARCH ENGINES
It is a legal requirement to microchip and register your pet in Australia
Pet
Reg NSW ↗
The Pet Registry
NSW
CAR
↗Central
Animal Records
AAR
↗
The
Australasian Animal
Registry
Pet
Address ↗Microchip
Search
Engine
PETSAFE
↗
Register lost & found
pets
GMAR
↗The
Global Micro Animal
Registry
[HOMESAFE-ID]
D&C
↗
Dogs & Cats Online SA
Registry
PetRego
↗
ACT Gov Pet Registration
Portal
Greyhounds
↗
Greyhound Microchip
Registry
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Updated last: 2026-05-06