http://www.wbvet.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.wbvet.co.nz en-us Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:05:57 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.wbvet.co.nz/blog/post/168338/avoid-a-spring-flea-explosion/ Avoid a Spring Flea ExplosionTauranga is a flea hot-spot, and with the warm, humid conditions of Spring we can see flea infestations quickly become a big problem in our pets – and our homes.The good news is that with the right prevention strategy in place before spring really hits, you can protect your pet and prevent fleas in your home.Why Spring marks the start of Flea SeasonFleas love warm humid environments, providing the perfect conditions for them to multiply at an alarming rate. While a... Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:22:23 +1200 http://www.wbvet.co.nz/blog/#post168338 http://www.wbvet.co.nz/blog/post/166713/helping-pets-cope-with-winter-stiffness-and-arthritis/ Winter brings colder mornings and damp weather, which can exacerbate arthritis pain and stiffness in cats and dogs. You may notice subtle changes of pain or stiffness - a pet who used to spring off the sofa now climbs down more slowly or hesitates before jumping into the car or onto the bed. These changes may be overlooked as normal aging, but they may indicate arthritis or musculoskeletal pain. Arthritis is very common in our older pets, but younger animals can be affected as well.... Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.wbvet.co.nz/blog/#post166713