McIvor Road Vet Centre

24/08/2024

✨ Meet Willow ✨

Willow came into our clinic recently after ingesting a bone that became stuck and lodged in her oesophagus.

An xray was taken to determine the exact location of the bone, before Willow was then induced under general anaesthetic and an endoscopy was performed to remove the bone.

*Video in the comments*

Willow has since returned home and recovered well 💖.

23/08/2024

❤️🐶 Meet Lydia 🐶❤️

Lydia's owner brought her into our clinic after she had been lethargic and vomiting.

Diagnostic imaging (xrays) revealed that Lydia had a foreign body obstruction in her abdomen!

She had to undergo an exploratory laparotomy surgery to have a foreign body removed from her intestines that turned out to be a small plastic part of a baby pacifier / dummy that she had ingested

Lydia spent a few days in hospital with us receiving supportive care before then returning home to continue her recovery ❤️.

21/08/2024

🐶💕 Missy & Her Puppies 💕🐶

Missy's owner rushed her into our clinic after she experienced dystocia while whelping.

Dystocia refers to difficulty giving birth.
There are several forms of Dystocia that can occur at any stage of delivery.

That’s right... Just like us humans, dogs can also have difficulty giving birth to their pups!

Signs / Symptoms of Dystocia can include:
• Presence of discharge from the v***a (green/brown or frank blood).
• Foetal fluid (broken water) with no signs of labour within 2 - 3 hours.
• Absent labour efforts for 2 - 4 hours.
• Strong abdominal contractions for greater than an hour with no delivery of a puppy.
• Puppy stuck in birth canal.
• Extreme lethargy and weakness while delivering pups.

Some causes of Dystocia may include:
• Abnormal position of a foetus
• Extremely large foetus
• Birth canal being too small
• Lack of effective uterine contractions

Brave little Missy had to undergo an emergency cesarean surgery to deliver her puppies.

6 weeks on, Missy has returned to our clinic fully recovered with her 3 beautiful puppies for their healthchecks, vaccinations & microchips. 💕

18/08/2024

🐶💜 Meet Billy 💜🐶

Little Billy came in recently after he fractured his leg.

A quick xray revealed that he had a complete fracture of his tibia.

Brave Billy underwent an orthopaedic surgery to have his broken bone re-aligned and held in place with a plate and screws.

He then spent a few days in hospital with our team receiving supportive care.

Billy has since returned home to continue his recovery 💜.
Stay tuned to see updates on Billy's recovery!

16/08/2024

🦷🐾🪥 Let's Talk Teeth Prophylactic Care 🦷🐾🪥

Caring for your pet’s teeth from home is vital in reducing the formation of plaque and the development of dental disease.

Unfortunately, no method is 100% effective and therefore, pets will still require dental checks and veterinary dental procedures.

🦷Tooth Brushing 🪥:
Brushing your pet’s teeth is considered the ‘gold standard’ and is recommended to be done twice daily (the same as that in humans).
It is the cheapest and most effective method of plaque prevention. Toothbrushes can come in varying shapes, sizes and designs. When using a toothpaste, always use animal toothpastes as these products contain low levels of Fluoride.

🦷Dental Chews:
The natural chewing motion can help to reduce plaque formation. Some dental treats and commercial dry foods also contain chemical plaque control agents. Eg. ‘Oravet Chews’ or ‘Greenies Treats’.

🦷Prescription Dental Diets:
Brands such as ‘Hills’ and ‘Royal Canin’ produce dental diets that are complete and balanced diets, while also assisting to maintain dental health. The dry food itself is designed to remove plaque formation while your pet chews!

🦷Water Additives:
Water additive products are available to assist in maintaining your pet’s dental health. Products such as ‘Oxyfresh’ and ‘Prozym RF’ can act similar to a mouth wash, containing enzymatic ingredients used reduce plaque buildup.

For more information on Dental Disease refer to our recent Facebook post:
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=829533355861437&id=100064143391184&mibextid=Nif5oz

15/08/2024

💕✨ Share The Dignity - Dignity Drive ✨💕

Have you seen our recent posts and reel???

Here at McIvor Road Vet Centre we believe that all women should have access to period products, it is their right and should not be seen as a privilege.

We will have a period product collection bin located at the entrance of our clinic for another two weeks!

We are accepting all period related products in original packaging, including pads, tampons, reusable pads, period un**es, menstrual cups and incontinence products! 🌟 💕

If you would like more information, check out the below website:
https://www.sharethedignity.org.au/

15/08/2024

🐶 Meet Hugo & Spotty 🐶

Hugo & Spotty came into our clinic last week for surgeries.

Spotty underwent a lumpectomy and Hugo underwent castration surgery.

The pair won over the hearts of our staff, receiving lots of cuddles during their stay. 💕

Dr. Claire even lay down with Hugo for his recovery 🥰.

12/08/2024

🐇💕🐰 Meet Ultimate Cookie 🐰💕🐇

Recently Cookie presented to our clinic experiencing Gastrointestinal Stasis (GI Stasis).
He presented lethargic, with a reduced appetite and no faecal production.

Gastrointestinal Stasis is a life-threatening condition in rabbits where the passage of food through the gastrointestinal tract slows or stops.

Rabbits can stop eating for a number of reasons. They may become sick, painful, suffer dental disease, become overheated, stressed etc. Regardless of the initial reason causing them to stop eating, a rabbit that is not eating may experience GI Stasis.

In little Cookie's circumstance, he was suffering from spurrs on his right lower jaw.
Back teeth (molars) used for grinding food can overgrow and develop spurs (sharp edges) that can then dig into the rabbit's teeth and tongue causing pain and discomfort.

Cookie underwent a dental procedure under general anaesthetic to have the spurs removed.

09/08/2024

07/08/2024

🦷🐾🪥 DENTAL MONTH - Let's Talk Teeth 🪥🐾🦷

August is Dental Month!!!

Did you know that more than 80% of dogs, and more than 70% of cats experience dental disease by the time they are 3 years old? 🐱🦷🐕

Dental disease is the most common disease occuring in our pets. If left untreated it can lead to bad breath, mouth infections, pain, and potentially life-threatening illnesses.

Similar to that in humans, our pets can suffer from dental disease. This can occur as a result of the attachment of bacteria to the teeth and gums.

As we know, dogs don’t really have the capacity to brush their teeth twice daily like us humans, therefore, plaque builds up on their teeth and dental disease begins! 🪥

Signs / symptoms of dental disease include:
- Bad breath
- Redness / Inflammation of the gums
- Difficulty eating or loss of appetite
- Pawing at the mouth
- Discoloration of the teeth
- Build-up of plaque & tartar on the teeth

Good dental health and hygiene plays an important role in your pet’s overall health and wellbeing.❤

If you think your pet is showing signs of dental disease, please give us a call on (03)5443 7749 to arrange a FREE dental check with one of our friendly Veterinary Nurses. ☎❤

30/07/2024

🐱🧡 Meet Paprika & Miso 🧡🐱

These handsome little boys came into our clinic recently for their vaccinations.

Do you have a cute kitten at home?
We'd love to see a photo, comment below! 🧡

29/07/2024

💕✨ Share The Dignity - Dignity Drive ✨💕

It's that time of year again!!!!

Here at McIvor Road Vet Centre we believe that all women should have access to period products, it is their right and should not be seen as a privilege.

Last year, 2023 and earlier this year in March 2024 you helped us to collect an immensely generous donation and now we're asking for your help again!

For the month of August our team will be participating in the Dignity Drive again!
We will have a period product collection bin located at the entrance of our clinic.

We'll be accepting all period related products in original packaging, including pads, tampons, reusable pads, period un**es, menstrual cups and incontinence products! 🌟 💕

If you would like more information, check out the below website:
https://www.sharethedignity.org.au/

25/07/2024

Did you know? Animals, just like us, can suffer from arthritis.
It's not just an issue for older pets - even younger dogs can experience this painful condition.

Osteoarthritis ('OA'), also known as 'Degenerative Joint Disease' is a progressive disease and complex condition referring to inflammation and degeneration of the bones, joints, and surrounding cartilage, resulting in pain or discomfort.

It's a pretty common condition, affecting at least four in five dogs over the age of eight and results in chronic pain.

The main culprit?
Wear and tear on the bone's protective layer, leading to inflammation and discomfort.

Other factors like developmental issues can also play a role.

Symptoms of OA can include:
- Lameness / limping
- Trouble rising / getting up and down
- Less active / exercise intolerances
- Reluctant to run & jump
- Chewing / licking at joint sites

Protect your furry friend's joint health with 4CYTE!
4CYTE is a supplement that promotes cartilage growth and suppresses inflammation.

We recommend 4CYTE to support, protect, and restore healthy joints.
Don't wait for arthritis symptoms – act now for your dog's best life!

Contact our clinic to learn more about the 4CYTE range of products today!

24/07/2024

✨ Congratulations Janine ✨
The winner of our recent giveaway!

22/07/2024

🩵🐶 Meet Otis 🐶🩵

Little Otis came into our clinic recently after he ingested rat bait 🐁.

Rat bait contains compounds that interfere with the body’s ability to produce clotting factors.
This can lead to uncontrolled internal bleeding, pets becoming weak from blood loss, and if left untreated can result in death.

Unfortunately, the early signs of rat bait poisoning are non-specific, but the most common ways these patients present are:
- Lethargy
- Pale gums
- Vomiting & blood in vomit
- Weakness / Lameness
- Blood in urine
- Bleeding from nose
- Respiratory distress

The abovementioned signs can take 2 – 5 days following ingestion to present, therefore if your pet has ingested rat bait, please seek veterinary assistance immediately to prevent development of further clinical signs.

If caught early enough, we can induce vomiting in pets that have ingested rat bait.

Thankfully we were able to induce vomiting for little Otis 🩵🐶.

17/07/2024

✨ GIVEAWAY DRAWN ✨

15/07/2024

⚠️🤔🛑 Important Notice Regarding Our Giveaway 🛑🤔⚠️

It has come to our attention that a fake Facebook account is posing as us, replying to comments and messaging our followers directly advising them that they 'have been selected as the winner' of our giveaway!

This is not McIvor Road Vet Centre or Central Veterinary Emergency!

Please DO NOT click on the links! Disregard and report any comments and/or direct messages that you receive.

✨ Our giveaway will be drawn in two days and the drawing will be posted in a video, announcing the winner!! ✨

✨️ GIVEAWAY TIME!!!✨️

Who says you need a special day to celebrate your pets??
At McIvor Road Vet Centre and Central Veterinary Emergency, we believe pets should be celebrated everyday!!

To celebrate your pets, we have organised a giveaway!!
Go into the draw to win our pictured hamper basket.

Our hamper basket contains lots of presents for you and your furry friends:
• Churu Dog Treats
• Kong CoreStrength toy
• Pawprint Keyring from Vibrant Pretties
• Greenies Cat Dental Treats
• Free Nail Trim Voucher for McIvor Road Vet Centre (valued at $33.00)
• Free Training Session with Canine Companions (valued at $60.00)
• Spunky Pup Lick Mat & Gnaw Stick
• Aloveen Pet Shampoo & Conditioner
+ Plus more +

How to Enter:
- Like & Follow the McIvor Road Vet Centre and Central Veterinary Emergency Facebook and Instagram Pages to go in the draw!
- Share this post for an extra entry into the draw!
- Tag two friends below for another entry into the draw!

The winner will be drawn Wed 17th July 2024!

**Please Note: The winner of our giveaway will need to be able to collect the hamper basket from our clinic. Postage unavailable**

https://www.instagram.com/mcivorrdvetcentre?igsh=eHo3eGF0eXJocmV2
https://www.instagram.com/centralvetemergency?igsh=b2NyOXQyNXptMnNs

14/07/2024

Two days left to enter our giveaway!!

✨️ GIVEAWAY TIME!!!✨️

Who says you need a special day to celebrate your pets??
At McIvor Road Vet Centre and Central Veterinary Emergency, we believe pets should be celebrated everyday!!

To celebrate your pets, we have organised a giveaway!!
Go into the draw to win our pictured hamper basket.

Our hamper basket contains lots of presents for you and your furry friends:
• Churu Dog Treats
• Kong CoreStrength toy
• Pawprint Keyring from Vibrant Pretties
• Greenies Cat Dental Treats
• Free Nail Trim Voucher for McIvor Road Vet Centre (valued at $33.00)
• Free Training Session with Canine Companions (valued at $60.00)
• Spunky Pup Lick Mat & Gnaw Stick
• Aloveen Pet Shampoo & Conditioner
+ Plus more +

How to Enter:
- Like & Follow the McIvor Road Vet Centre and Central Veterinary Emergency Facebook and Instagram Pages to go in the draw!
- Share this post for an extra entry into the draw!
- Tag two friends below for another entry into the draw!

The winner will be drawn Wed 17th July 2024!

**Please Note: The winner of our giveaway will need to be able to collect the hamper basket from our clinic. Postage unavailable**

https://www.instagram.com/mcivorrdvetcentre?igsh=eHo3eGF0eXJocmV2
https://www.instagram.com/centralvetemergency?igsh=b2NyOXQyNXptMnNs

13/07/2024

🐱🧡 Meet Bam-Bam 🧡🐱

Bam-Bam's owner presented him to our clinic after he was experiencing lethargy, nausea and vomiting.

Diagnostic imaging (xrays and ultrasound) revealed that Bam-Bam was experiencing intussusception.

Intussusception is a condition in which part of the intestine slides into another part of the same intestine, like how a telescope collapses in on itself.

This can cause a blockage in the intestine, resulting in the inability to move food through the intestine.

Bam-Bam had to undergo an emergency surgery to correct the condition.

Little Bam-Bam has since returned home and is recovering well 🧡.

13/07/2024

💜🩷 Meet Ivy & Poppy 🩷💜

These gorgeous little schnauzer girls came into our clinic recently for their puppy vaccinations 💕.

Do you have a cute schnauzer at home?
Comment a photo below 🩷💜

10/07/2024

🐇🐰 Let's Talk Rabbits - Desexing 🐰🐇

There are many benefits to desexing your rabbits.

Female rabbits are very prone to developing uterine cancers, mammary tumours and can have phantom pregnancies.
Speying female rabbits can reduce the risk of cancer development significantly.

Male rabbits are prone to developing testicular cancer.
Castrating male rabbits can also reduce this risk.

Desexing your rabbit can also assist in reducing undesired behaviours such as aggression, biting, urine spraying, hu***ng etc.

If you own more than one pet rabbit or are housing more than one pet rabbit, it is vital to prevent pregnancies and aggressive behaviours between rabbits.
Desexing your pet rabbits can make bonding a smoother process for both you and your rabbits.

Male rabbits can generally be castrated from 3 months of age and females can be speyed from 6 months of age, however we recommend discussing your individual circumstances with your Veterinarian.

08/07/2024

🐶🤍 Suzie the Samoyed Puppy 🤍🐶

Suzie the Samoyed puppy came into our clinic recently for her vaccination.

Our team couldn't resist a fluffy snuggle while she was in 🥰.

07/07/2024

🐾 Gastroenteritis in Our Pets🐾

Gastroenteritis refers to a condition where a pet's gastrointestinal tract becomes inflamed.
This could be caused by infection, viruses, parasites, medications, or even some food allergies.

Signs / Symptoms of Gastroenteritis may include:
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea & vomiting
• Diarrhoea (may contain blood)
• Lethargy
• Decreased appetite

If your pet has blood in their faeces or vomit they may be experiencing Haemorrhagic Gastroenteritis ('HGE').
The blood may be frank blood (bright red) or digested blood (dark colour / black).

An animal experiencing Gastroenteritis will most likely require hospitalisation for treatment. Every case is individualised, however treatment time periods can be quite lengthy.

Treatment of Gastroenteritis or Haemorrhagic Gastroenteritis can include:
• Blood testing
• Pain relief and anti-inflammatory medication
• Antibiotic medication
• IV fluid therapy for rehydration
• Nutritional support and feeding plans
• Medications to assist with appetite
• Anti-emetic medication to assist with nausea and vomiting

05/07/2024

🐱🐾 Meet Murphy 🐾🐱

Murphy came into our clinic recently experiencing a urethral obstruction / blockage.

Urethral blockage is not a common condition, but when it does occur, it is considered an emergency situation.
When this condition occurs, it is difficult, or impossible, for a cat to empty their bladder, making it a life-threatening emergency.

Signs / Symptoms may include:
- Dysuria (painful or difficulty urinating) & Straining to urinate
- Frequent trips to the litter box
- Periuria (inappropriate urination - unusual locations / outside of litter box)
- Vocalisation
- Abdominal pain
- Blood in urine
- Lethargy
- Loss of appetite

This is an emergency and if left untreated can lead to:
• Bladder rupture or trauma
• Kidney damage
• Permanent urethra damage
• Dangerous electrolyte abnormalities
• Death

Brave Murphy spent 5 days in hospital receiving supportive treatment and a range of medications for his condition.

Murphy has since returned home and made a full recovery 💕.

03/07/2024

💕🐶 Meet Lulu 🐶💕

Little Lulu was in our clinic last week for her spey surgery.

This beautiful little princess won over the hearts of all our team, receiving lots of cuddles during her stay. 💕

02/07/2024

Our phones are diverted to triage from 1-2pm today while we have our monthly staff meeting/training session so we improve our service to you all.

Please contact us back from 2pm unless it is an emergency. The nurse on the phone will be in touch with us if it is.

30/06/2024

💜🐕 Meet Archie 💜🐕

Handsome Archie was in our clinic recently due to having Gastroenteritis.

For those of you who may not be familiar with it, Gastroenteritis is a condition where a pet's gastrointestinal tract becomes inflamed.

Signs / Symptoms of Gastroenteritis may include:
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea & vomiting
• Diarrhoea (may contain blood)
• Lethargy
• Decreased appetite

Archie required hospitalisation, IV fluid therapy and a range of medications including pain relief, anti-inflammatory, antibiotics and anti-nausea medications.

💜 Once Archie was feeling a bit better, his beautiful smile returned!
Video in the comments! 💜

Archie has since returned home to his family and made a full recovery 💕.

29/06/2024

💪🏋️🤸‍♀️ PUSH UP CHALLENGE!! 🤸‍♀️🏋️💪

Officially finished with push-ups for 2024.

Our goal was to raise over $1,000 for Lifeline and we have just clocked $1,088!!!
Thank you for all of the support, we are so grateful.

🤔What is this challenge, you may ask 🤔

The Push-Up Challenge is Australia's largest mental health and fitness event!!
Each year, hundreds of thousands of Australians take up the challenge to complete loads of push-ups that represent the number of lives lost to su***de in Australia in the most recent year.

It’s not too late to make a tax-deductible donation to our fundraising page below:

https://www.thepushupchallenge.com.au/fundraisers/McIvorRoadVetsandNurses

Until next year ✌️

27/06/2024

🐾🐈 Meet Bully-Boo 🐾🐈

Bully-Boo the diabetic was in clinic recently for a Diabetes recheck and Glucose Curve.

Glucose Curves are reliable ways to assess glycaemic control.
They involve a number of blood glucose checks throughout a day, conducted every 1 – 2 hours over the course of the day and are then traced and interpreted by your Veterinarian.

These curves provide information regarding how the glucose is changing throughout the day and assist us to understand if we have adequate glycaemic control for your diabetic pet’s needs.