Dog Health Care Centre
"Woof! I'm Rusty, a nine year old kelpie and Dr Chris is my owner. I'm a country boy originally, but I had a tough upbringing and didn't really make it on the farm.
Yeah, things weren't looking good for me until Chris took me in. Since then, I've been living
it up in Bondi with my best mate Chris and hanging out. It's a dog life, but someone's got to
do it!"
Rusty, Medibank's 'Top Dog' Ambassador

General Health

General Health

Looking after your dog starts with love and affection and lots of it. A happy dog is much more likely to be a healthy dog. Here are some practical things you can do to keep your canine companion in top form.

Click for general advice on caring for your dog

Exercise

Exercise

Just like we do, dogs need exercise to regulate their weight and to keep their heart in peak condition. Most dogs need to get out of the house at least once a day for some rigorous physical activity.

More information on exercising your dog

Diet

Diet

The good news is that dogs are most certainly not fussy eaters! But it’s up to you to ensure they’re getting the types of food that will keep them healthy and happy.

Tips and tricks on feeding your dog the right stuff

Training

Training

Approached with the right attitude and tools, training your dog can be some of the most fun and entertaining time you get to spend together and it’s a great way to bond.

Click for general training tips

Puppy health

Puppy health

From cosy beds to chewy toys, read about a few things you can do to make your puppy feel at home right away.

Find out about caring for the new addition

Old dogs

old dogs

In general, dogs aged seven years and older will start to slow down as they age and many of their needs will begin to change. With large breeds, these changes can take place a little earlier.

Find out more about caring for your old pup

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Terms, conditions and waiting periods apply. Medibank Pet Insurance is general insurance issued by the insurer The Hollard Insurance Company Pty Ltd (ACN 090 584 473; AFSL 241436) (Hollard), is promoted by Medibank Private Limited (ACN 080 890 259; AR 286089) (Medibank) and administered by PetSure (Australia) Pty Ltd (ACN 075 949 923; AFSL 420183) (PetSure). Medibank acts as an authorised representative of PetSure. Medibank will receive a commission which is a percentage of the premium paid to Hollard and PetSure may receive a portion of the underwriting profit, if any - ask PetSure for more details. Any advice provided is general only, has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs and may not be right for you. Consequently, before acting on this information, you should consider the appropriateness of this information having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. You should obtain and consider the product disclosure statement (PDS) in deciding whether to acquire, or continue to hold, Medibank Pet Insurance. Any general advice provided by Dr Chris Brown in relation to Medibank Pet Insurance is provided as an authorised representative of Hollard through an arrangement with Medibank. PetSure can be contacted by telephone: 132 331 or by mail: Locked Bag 9021, Castle Hill, NSW 1765.