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hi! It's Spring time. Which means birds and bees, ticks and fleas... and of course the Spring issue of My Pet Magazine! This edition is packed full of great products and information so that you and your pets can make the most out of this beautiful time of year. Spring is when all those little nasties like fleas and ticks start to increase in numbers, so be sure to have your pets protected. Tick prevention is paramount and it is also a good time to make sure your flea prevention is up to date and on schedule as we head into the hotter weather. Be sure to read our feature article on page 8, Flea 101, as it is full of great tips on how to control and eradicate fleas from your pets and home. Cleaning your dog's ears is an essential part of their grooming routine, so on page 17 we give you a step by step guide on how to do it. Cats are meticulous self- groomers but it sometimes causes them to develop hairballs, particularly during times of shedding. You can read more about hairballs on page 7. For the horse lovers, we have an article on Laminitis on page 11 and we answer the question on why and when a horse should see a dentist. Although there are a lot of responsibilities when owning a pet, the benefits of unconditional love and affection make it all worthwhile. We hope you like the mix of information, products, facts and fun we have put together for you. If there is anything else you would like to see included we'd love to hear your suggestions. So grab your picnic rug, find a shady tree, sit down and enjoy the Spring issue of My Pet Magazine! Best Wishes the team at vet-n-pet DIRECT Email us at mpm@vetnpetdirect.com.au Established in 2005, vet-n-pet DIRECT has long been a trusted and recognisable brand in the online retail landscape. As one of the pioneers in the pet and veterinary supplies category on the Internet, we remain at the forefront with experience, exuberance and an unrelenting pursuit for customer satisfaction as our driving force. We aim to provide a one-stop shop for all pet supplies, veterinary and other animal health care needs. We stock all the major brands, plus many generics and our buyers are constantly sourcing new and exciting products from around the world to ensure one of the largest and most comprehensive pet product offerings available on the web. My Pet Magazine is written and produced by vet-n-pet DIRECT. Copyright © 2014 vet-n-pet DIRECT Pty Ltd, all rights reserved. Reproduction without permission is prohibited. Prices include GST and are indicative only, subject to change at any time. Vet-n-Pet DIRECT recommends you have your pets on a year round preventative health care programme formulated in consultation with your veterinarian. With all products, always read the label and use only as directed. All Registered trademarks depicted within this catalogue belong to their rightful companies. Pictures are for illustrational purposes only. For additional product information please visit our website. PO Box 193 Beaudesert Qld 4285 Ph: 1300 726 966 mpm@vetnpetdirect.com.au

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