The first four signups to the DogTrax programme using our online portal will receive a FREE bag of Black Hawk Working Dog food (20kg) from their local clinic.
Keeping a dog up to date with their vaccinations is a key part of responsible dog ownership
Vaccination is the best way to protect dogs against Parvovirus, Kennel Cough and Distemper, and also to prevent them from passing them on. We can also vaccinate against Leptospirosis if required. To get your dogs vaccinated, call us to arrange an in-clinic vaccination or to let us know what time works for you on-farm.
Parvovirus
Parvovirus is a highly contagious virus which can spread either by exposure to an infected dogs’ faeces or indirectly, via contact with a contaminated environment, person or object. The symptoms of this potentially deadly virus include severe bloody diarrhea, anorexia, lethargy, vomiting, fever, weight loss, depression, dehydration and weakness.
To fully protect your dog, they need to be vaccinated every three years after the initial puppy vaccinations and booster.
Kennel Cough
Kennel Cough is a respiratory infection and is highly contagious, spreading from infected dogs and shared objects. This illness causes an inflammation of the dog’s upper respiratory tract and the main symptom is a harsh, hacking cough. We can provide you with a vaccine for your dogs to protect from Kennel Cough.
To fully protect your dog, they need to be vaccinated every twelve months.
The TeamMate study included:
Vetlife can come to you and vaccinate all your dogs at the same time. If you would like to book in an on-farm vaccination run, please call your local clinic.
Vetlife can give advice on worming treatments in clinic or you can join our DogTrax programme.
Vetlife can give advice on worming treatments in clinic or you can join our DogTrax programme. Our DogTrax programme makes it easier for you to keep on top of worming your dogs.
DogTrax will post your monthly dosing medication for your dogs, you just need to let us know your details!
The cost of this service covers the medication and mailing costs, whilst saving you a monthly trip into your local clinic.
TeamMate Facts
Improving your working dog's sleeping conditions for may positively impact their health and wellbeing, as well as their career longevity
The study reported that 86% of dogs were housed in uninsulated kennels, 44% had kennel bedding and 52% were not given a coat at any stage.
The recommended housing temperature to house a healthy dog is 20-26°C . Temperatures in the South Island regularly drop below 0°C in winter.
With low levels of body fat, working dogs are susceptible to cold stress. 16% of dogs studied had some form of pressure callous, caused by lying on hard surfaces.
TeamMate Findings