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30/08/2024

Wishing these 2 special VetLovers a very Happy Birthday! 🥳
Nurse Sarah on Wednesday and Dr Dayna’s birthday today 💗🙌

29/08/2024

‼️ We are currently experiencing phone problems. We are working on the issue and hopefully it will be resolved soon.
You can book online through our website or email on [email protected]
If you have an emergency please come down to the clinic

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27/08/2024

Enrichment for pets is important and can be provided in many ways! Take Gimli for example, his absolute favourite past time is sitting in his carboard box. Secondly, he loves to play and inevitably destroy toilet rolls. Try this with your pets and lets reuse our waste!

26/08/2024

Meet Barney 😍 When your pet comes in for a consultation many conversation topics can arise. Barney was here for his health check and annual vaccination but then it was noticed that heartworm prevention was overdue. It not on heartworm prevention for 6 months there is a risk that your dog may have been exposed.. That is why Barney also got a heartworm test to make sure it was safe to start on prevention. What a cutie!

24/08/2024

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23/08/2024

Ticks are about! Captured is nurse Courtney and student Rosa working together under Dr Julie's direction to treat tick paralysis in this tiny kitten. The culprit tick was removed and treatment was started at the early stages of paralysis meaning hopes were high! The kitten is recovering well at home and we are all so happy!

23/08/2024

TICKS ARE HERE! August is the first month on our calender that we begin to see tick cases :( However it isn't the only time of the year pets can be affected as they present all year round in Australia.
Not to worry, there are many preventatives to keep your pets safe!
Products such as: Nexgard Spectra (both cats and dogs), Bravecto plus (cats), Bravecto Spot-On & Bravecto Chew (dogs) and the newest product just for dogs Bravecto Quantum.

19/08/2024

The faces you see at reception are always changing, but one thing is for certain. Each day we have an experienced vet nurse answering your phone calls and giving you advice 📝🫡
Even Dr Dayna has been sighted out there!

19/08/2024

Bravecto Quantum is the only 12 month protection against flees and ticks and can only be administered by a Veterinarian.
What makes it unique?
1: Single injection effective for 12 months
2: Injects Fluralaner crystals that dissolve slowly into the animals blood and tissue fluids for that 12 month period
3: Fluralaner is the same active ingredient in both Bravecto Chew and Bravecto Spot On
4: Only for dogs > 6 months of age and of a steady weight

16/08/2024

Black Cat Appreciation Day!
If you have a black cat share your pictures below 🩷

16/08/2024

Dr Dayna and Coco having a cuddle moment 🩷

15/08/2024

15/08/2024

Is Bravecto your go to for flea and tick prevention? You could be getting every 5th treatment for FREE! With Bravecto Rewards App it is as easy as uploading your invoice and collecting stars 🦄

14/08/2024

Ear issues are common and seen all year round. This is Louie, a very brave boy who had some troublesome yeast in his ears causing some discomfort. Many pats were received, many more treats eaten and lots of tail wagging was involved. We could squish that face all day! 🩷😍

14/08/2024

Luna needed some extra love when she was with us and Julie was quick to act. Her soothing touch instantly made the difference! Sometimes all you need is a cuddle 🫶

13/08/2024

It's here! Once a year injection to prevent ticks and fleas in dogs 💗
The good news, for most dogs this works out more cost effective then giving a Bravecto chew every 3 months!

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13/08/2024

Have a look at these teeth, is it normal? Yes and no.
This radiograph was taken on a 22 week old Toy Poodle, with age in mind this is not an issue as the first set of teeth will eventually be shed by 6 months of age. Then the fresh set will emerge to be the stronger permanent teeth. This image shows you exactly this.
When this becomes an issue is when those baby teeth don't fall out and they begin to misalign and impact the new set of teeth. We call them deciduous teeth and they often need surgical intervention to remove. Common issues seen with deciduous teeth include: base narrow canine, and crowding.
Base narrow canine: is when the canine pe*****tes into the gums or hard palate every time they chew.
Crowding: when both baby and adult teeth are present and this creates pockets of bacteria to grow which can later lead to dental disease.

12/08/2024

Woo hoo it's Monday, I have worked so hard already being this cute. I must retire in my quarters, make some yummy biscuits and sleep..
Hope everyone has a fabulous week! 🩷
Love, Onyx
onyx

09/08/2024

Nero getting his cuddles in with Dr Julie 🩷

08/08/2024

Onyx overseeing the surgery preparations with Nurse Courtney🫶

08/08/2024

Happy International Cat Day!
Share some snaps of your precious friends below 😍

07/08/2024

This beautiful girl visited us this week due to discomfort in her hindleg. Being so young and healthy, her symptoms of intermittent pain and limping are considered abnormal. When a dog presents with such symptoms we assess the stifle joints (knees) and the hips to ensure no dysplasia is present. Buffy is now headed down the right road to her recovery!

07/08/2024

Call us on 6686 7416 or alternatively book online at https://vetlove.com.au/ballina-vet-clinic/

06/08/2024

Dental disease is common and can lead to early tooth loss in both dogs and cats. If untreated, it can later compromise the internal organs such as the heart, liver and kidneys.
Dental prophylaxis (commonly referred to as a dental in clinic), removes both plaque and tartar from teeth with an ultrasonic scaler and this is followed with a high speed polisher to smooth the tooth surface making it harder for plaque to attach.
Did you know that plaque can attach 24hrs after a dental?
Some at home control methods could be:
1: Tooth brushing with a pet toothpaste.
2: Hills T/D dental care diet which is designed to work like mechanical brushing as the kibble does not crush instantly and will allow the tooth to pe*****te through it.
3: Dental chews such as Veggident are also a great option for pets.
There are heaps of ways to improve pet oral health, ask us how at your next visit!

06/08/2024

Exciting news - Bravecto Quantum 💗
Once a year tick & flea prevention is here! We are stocked and ready to provide your dog with an injection that will last the whole year!
📞 0266804400 for more information

05/08/2024

4CYTE a great supplement to maintain joints from 6 months of age!
Not only does it assist the growth of healthy cartilage, it has anti-inflammatory properties, and it also helps gut, skin and coat health. Feel free to ask us questions at your next visit 🙂