Beerwah Veterinary Surgery

20/09/2022

Thank you for all the wonderful photos of your pets! We have "liked" each photo sent in to acknowlege that it is in the queue.
We have our first collage at the printers now!
Please keep sending your pet's portraits in as we will be adding any new photos to the next one. We already have 15+ pets waiting to go onto the next canvas!

30/08/2022

We need your your pet's help!
We've been refurbishing the clinic and want some new pictures on our walls. The regal Sir Humphrey posed for his portrait before his passing and he would love your pet be part of our new pet collage. Just reply to this post with your pet's portrait, or send us a DM. Make sure you include your pet's name.
Sorry, no professional photos or photos including humans.

03/06/2022

03/06/2022

We are closed Friday 3 June and Saturday 4 June due to renovations. Back online on Monday 6 June. Any emergencies - please contact North Coast Pet Emergency on 5453 7555. To book appointments, please visit http://mypet.beerwahvets.com.au

17/12/2021

Queensland Health have updated the masks directive. Please make sure you are wearing a mask before entering the clinic.
Wishing everyone a CoVID-safe Christmas!

📢 From 1am Saturday 18 December, face masks will be required across Queensland.

We know masks may not feel natural or comfortable, but now that our borders are open for loved ones, masks have a role to play as COVID-19 cases increase.

When you couple masks with social distancing 📏 washing your hands regularly 🙌 and getting vaccinated 💉 the protection you give yourself and others matters.

😷 You must wear in the below locations 👇

🛒 Shops and retail centres
🏥 Hospitals and aged care
🚆 Public transport
🚕 Rideshare vehicles
✈️ Airports and planes

02/06/2021

21/01/2019

Why Age Is Not a Disease

Concerns about anaesthesia in our older pets is often a barrier to treatment. Most older animals can be anaesthetised with only a minimal increase in risk!

“They are too old for surgery!” “My other vet said they can’t undergo anesthesia because they are over 10.” “I’m afraid she won’t survive because she is so old.” “He is just old – I don’t think he needs pain medication.” I hear these words almost daily and every time I have...

16/05/2018

It Took This Family Two Years To Realize Their Pet Dog Wasn't A Dog

Ever been worried your new pet may not be the breed you paid for? These “Tibetan mastiff” owners received a rude shock after 2 years!

It’s not every day you see a 110-kilogram (250-pound) dog walking on hind legs. For one family in southwest China, however, that’s exactly what their Tibet

21/02/2018

Hilarious Guide To Dog Breeds That Will Help You Choose Your Next Dog

How many of these descriptions do you agree with?

There are so many dog breeds, it's incredibly easy to mistake one pooch for another. Luckily, Grace Gogarty a.k.a. Little Tunny has created a comprehensive comic series that will help you identify most doggos.

02/02/2018

Raw chicken linked to paralysis in dogs

Are you feeding your dog raw chicken?

University of Melbourne vets have found a link between eating raw chicken and a paralysing condition in dogs, advising owners to stick with regular dog food.

31/12/2017

New Year’s Eve fireworks are no fun for pets, says RSPCA

Make sure you are keeping your pets safe this NYE. Fireworks and loud noises can spook your dog so remember to keep them calm and secure.

This New Year's Eve, the RSPCA are urging pet owners to plan ahead and take some steps to ensure their animals are kept calm during fireworks displays.

25/05/2017

RSPCA Australia
IMPORTANT INFO ON CAT FOOD RECALL: If you feed this brand to your pet, stop immediately. If you are worried about your pet's health, please contact your vet ASAP. Contact details for Petbarn and Weruva are below for more info.
May 6 at 11:00am ·
Important product advice from Weruva regarding Best Feline Friends (BFF) cat food. Please view the following URL link for details: https://goo.gl/Hgk8rL
Stop feeding Best Feline Friends (BFF) and receive a refund in-store.
If you have any concerns, please contact Weruva on 1800 108 382 or [email protected]

16/01/2017

Anaesthesia-free dentistry in dogs and cats | Australian Veterinary Association

"At best, anaesthesia-free dentistry is a purely cosmetic activity which delivers no health care benefits and at worst it has the potential to mask underlying dental pathology resulting in delayed treatment of dental disease"
http://www.ava.com.au/node/85991

Policy Performing anaesthesia-free dentistry on dogs and cats is not appropriate. Comprehensive examination, diagnosis and treatment cannot properly proceed whilst an animal is conscious.

03/09/2016

Ticked off: let’s stop our dogs and cats dying of tick paralysis this year

Tick season is upon us again! Make sure your pet is protected!

Tick paralysis affect 10,000 dogs each year in eastern Australia, and the treatment can be very expensive. Fortunately, a new drug available is available.

23/03/2016

Some supermarket cat food brands 'may cause severe illness'

Some interesting food for thought.

A number of commercial pet food brands sold in supermarkets are likely to cause severe illness or injury to adult cats, scientists say.