Port Adelaide Veterinary Clinic

15/10/2025

Poor little Daisy visited today with a sore ear (no wonder she looks sad)! Thankfully Dr. Thomas was there to treat her (after some cuddles) and remove a pesky grass seed!! A reminder for all of us to be vigilant about where we are walking our dogs during grass seed season!

14/10/2025

Beautiful dogs visiting on a beautiful day 🥰. Molly and Charlie spent time in our garden area today.
We love the herding breeds - share a photo of yours in the comments!

10/10/2025

It was Vet Nurse Day today and our amazing staff were rewarded with cupcakes, chocolates and muffins. I hope you agree that our dedicated nursing and reception staff deserve our appreciation!

09/10/2025

Spring is baby bird time!!

We have had a few brought in already and this gorgeous baby is off to a magpie carer tonight.

Please be aware that it is illegal to keep native birds in captivity unless you are a registered native wildlife carer. Should you want to help birds, contact Fauna Rescue SA and offer to volunteer. You will receive training and be part of an organisation that does amazing work!

Often baby birds are okay to leave where they are rather than taking them away.
If you find a bird with few feathers, it is most likely a nestling. Whenever possible, try and locate the nest and re-nest the bird. If you can't find the nest, you can make a simple replacement and put the baby bird back into it. To do this, find a small container and add some nesting material to it and attach it to a tree as close as possible to where it was found.

Fledglings have most of their feathers are learning to fly at this time of year. It is common to find them on the ground with their parents nearby. Leave them there if there is no imminent danger.

If the bird appears in danger, carefully place it in a sheltered area nearby so that its parents can find it.

The only time you need to bring a baby bird to the vet is when it has injuries or appears unwell. The best chance of survival for any baby bird is with its parents.

08/10/2025

Oatmeal was really helpful during his recent visit by offering to answer the phone for us! 😻

06/10/2025

03/10/2025

Meet the staff!
Maia is one of our amazing Vet Liaisons. She usually works on Saturdays as she is studying veterinary science at Roseworthy Uni during the week. We asked her some questions to get to know her better, and these were her answers:
If you were a dog, what breed would you be? Borzoi or Cocker Spaniel
What pets do you have? Milly, a little white fluffy Maltese X, and Yuzu, a fluffy cat. As well as those traditional pets, I also have 9 budgies and a turtle (called Terry).
What is your favourite food? Sushi
What is your go-to Karaoke song? You're So Vain - Carly Simon
What is your favourite animal? Elephants

01/10/2025

Ferdy was the bravest boy for his dental procedure today. And Kayla was more than happy to have a break from reception to give some cuddles!

29/09/2025

Does your pet get nervous about vet visits? You're not alone! Here are some simple tips to help ease their anxiety:

😺 Bring their favourite blanket or toy for comfort
🐶 Use calming sprays or pheromone products before your visit
😺 Keep yourself calm, as pets pick up on your energy
🐶 Reward with treats and praise during and after the appointment (do not get cross at your pet!).
😺 Book a quiet time of day whenever you can

Our team is here to make visits as stress-free as possible. Let us know if your furry friend needs a little extra TLC 😽

26/09/2025

Meet the PAVC staff
It is unlikely that Michael needs much of an introduction, being such an integral part of the clinic! But here are some things you may not know about him:
Favourite animal: monkey
Favourite food: pancakes 🥞
Most used emoji: smiley face 😊
If he could choose a superpower: teleportation
He relaxes by: doing activities with his family, brunch outings (no doubt where he eats pancakes!) and catching up on TV shows 📺
Thank you, Michael, for all you do for the clinic, the clients and the staff 💕

21/09/2025

Young Harold is here to let you know that Spring has arrived! Spring will bring some beautiful flowers and warmer weather, but will also bring more parasites, skin allergies, grass seeds and snakes to our 4-legged family members!
Don't forget to keep your pet's parasite control up to date and keep them out of areas with long grass. We are here to offer advice and help whenever you need.

18/09/2025

Tammy couldn’t have been happier to nurse little bunny Chloe! You can be assured that all pets receive lots of loving when they visit us 🐇🥰