New Danger to Pet Rabbits


A new rabbit calicivirus strain (Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease Virus RHDV-K5) is set to be released locally and in the Greater Sydney Basin from mid February to late March 2017. Pet domestic rabbits are susceptible and…

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Cat Shelters Closed Due to Contagious Feline Enteritis Virus in Sydney


           Highly contagious Feline Enteritis Virus hits Sydney. Blacktown Council Shelter & RSPCA centres at Yagoona, Kemps Creek & Gunnedah have closed their doors to cats after an outbreak of this virus. Feline Enteritis…

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Are You A Pet Owner Concerned About Over/Under Vaccination?


Antibody titre (blood) testing is now available for major viral diseases in dogs. We recognise that some clients may prefer to check on their pets disease antibody status, before vaccination for distemper, hepatitis and parvovirus….

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Canine Exercise Program


At EHVH we offer a comprehensive rehabilitation program structured to the individual post operative orthopaedic or neurological patient, in our underwater treadmill and a personalised home exercise program. The ‘Canine Exercise Program’, devised by the…

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Therapy Highlight – Hydrotherapy Underwater Treadmill


Our Aqua Paws Plus is a heated underwater treadmill that is used to treat orthopaedic conditions as well as neurological, geriatric, degenerative, and metabolic issues. This is a unique therapy that encourages your dog to exercise…

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Myths Surrounding Ear Disease!


TRUE or FALSE? Plucking a hair from “hairy eared dogs” is beneficial!…FALSE Why? This common ritual is no longer advised. If the ears are ‘normal’ leave them alone. If the ears have continual problems then…

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What Kind of Bones?


Erina Heights Vet Hospital recommends feeding RAW bone such as fresh lamb or beef necks that are cut lengthways; not only are they great for your pets dental health; they are also more digestible than their…

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Flea & Tick Prevention


  NEXGARD is a monthly beef tasting chewable oral treatment for flea and tick control on dogs only. It can be given with or without food, and is suitable for puppies from 8 weeks of…

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Our New Website & Blog!


We hope you enjoy our latest newsletter! At Erina Heights Vet Hospital we are passionate about providing the highest level of health care for your family pets! Today, we launch our ‘new look’ Erina Heights Vet Hospital…

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Vaccination Guidelines for Cats & Dogs


All kittens should receive Feline Enteritis and ‘Flu’ (Herpes & Calicivirus) termed Feline 3 at 6-8 weeks of age followed by a booster at 12-14 weeks of age. Most kittens should receive a flu only…

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