Greencross Vets Silkstone is a full-service facility dedicated to providing the highest qualit...
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Greencross Vets Silkstone is a full-service facility dedicated to providing the highest quality medical, surgical and dental care for our patients. From routine vaccinations and wellness exams to comprehensive internal medicine and surgical care, we are prepared to meet any health care needs which arise for your pet. Consulting hours are available in the morning and evening to allow for the examin
ation and treatment of outpatients as well as for the admission and discharge of hospitalised patients. The hours between these consulting sessions are devoted to the treatment of hospitalised cases, surgical operations, radiography, ultrasound and other diagnostic procedures.
Congratulations to Chelsea our Head Nurse from our Silkstone Booval/ Ipswich team who won Greencross Brisbane West Vet Nurse of the year for 2024!!
Chelsea is always going above and beyond for our patients, clients and her fellow team members ensuring endless support.
Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to the team!!
We are very lucky to have you as part of our team at Greencross Silkstone Booval/ Ipswich your one of a kind ❤️🐾
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Throwback to the triplets getting desexed!
Bonnie, Clyde and Daisy 💚🐾
Book in before the end of August for 20% off desexing!
🤔Why desex your pet?
✅ Prevent or reduce the risk of cancers
✅ Protect against unplanned litters
✅ Reduce aggression and unwanted behaviors
📞 Call your local clinic to book, mention DESEX20 to save. Offer ends 31 Aug. *T&Cs apply.
A huge congratulations to Alex, one of our exceptional nurses, marking 5 remarkable years with Greencross! Your unwavering dedication and compassionate care for our patients and clients are truly appreciated 💚Silkstonebooval
Star of the week ✨Kalsar✨
Meet little Pepper who came in to the vets last to get her teeth cleaned and assessed. Pepper had a dental procedure which included a full set of dental X-rays and a dental scale and polish to help keep her teeth nice and healthy.
Dental care is essential for dogs for several reasons:
💚 Overall Health: Just like in humans, dental health is closely linked to overall health in dogs. Poor oral hygiene can lead to various health issues such as gum disease, tooth decay, and even systemic problems like heart disease and kidney infections.
💚 Prevention of Dental Disease: Regular dental care can prevent the development of dental diseases such as periodontal disease, which is one of the most common health problems in dogs. This disease can cause pain, tooth loss, and infection if left untreated.
💚Prevention of Bad Breath: Bad breath is often the first sign of dental problems in dogs. By maintaining good dental hygiene, you can help keep your dog's breath fresh.
💚Prevention of Tooth Loss: Tooth loss can occur due to decay, trauma, or other dental issues. Keeping your dog's teeth clean and healthy can help prevent premature tooth loss.
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💚Quality of Life: Dogs with healthy teeth are more likely to have a better quality of life. They can eat comfortably without pain, enjoy their favourite chew toys, and avoid discomfort associated with dental problems.
To maintain your dog's dental health, it's important to brush their teeth regularly, provide dental treats or toys designed to promote oral hygiene, and schedule regular dental check-ups with your veterinarian.
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A sweet boy getting all the cuddles with the team at post castration 💚💚
Did you know we currently have 20% off all desexing until the end of August 🙀 if you would like more information or would like to book in your good boy or girl, contact your local Greencross Vet.
Chickens have some pretty clever ways of beating the winter chill, but they may still need your help. Like all birds, chickens use their feathers for insulation by fluffing them up and trapping the air. But for the times when nature is hard to predict, good pet care involves providing appropriate refuge.
❄️Insulation❄️
In cold parts of Australia, you could insulate your chicken coop with tree branches, cardboard, or straw. Care should be taken if hay or straw is used for insulation, as these can become infested with mold and vermin and carry chicken parasites. Also, remember to keep the insulation tidy. Keeping the coop clean and dry is essential as most bacteria, fungi, and parasites thrive in warm, moist environments.
☀️Warmer climates☀️
If you live in one of the warmer Australian states then you probably won’t need to install insulation in your chicken coop at all. Open, ventilated coops are more important. Learn more tips on coop setup on our website, or alternatively, visit your local Greencross Vets for expert advice.
Every Day is "Take Your Dog to Work Day"! 🐕
Today, on this special occasion of "Take Your Dog to Work Day," we proudly celebrate the fact that at Greencross, our furry friends are an integral part of our daily work life.
At Greencross, we experience the positive impact of working alongside our beloved pets daily. Their wagging tails and unconditional love bring joy to our office environment, creating a happy place and encouraging a healthy work-life balance. It's a win-win situation for both humans and their loyal furry partners.
📸 Share your favorite moments of your dogs joining you at work using the hashtag and tagging us! We'd love to see the smiles they bring to our workdays.
Happy Friday from Harry the pocket kitten 🐱 💚 The newest addition to
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Sweet Poppy cuddling up to her teddy post her de-sexing surgery at .ferntreegully 💚
20% off desexing now until the end of August!
🤔Why desex your pet?
✅ Prevent or reduce the risk of cancers
✅ Protect against unplanned litters
✅ Reduce aggression and unwanted behaviors
📞 Call your local clinic to book, and mention DESEX20 to save. Offer ends 31 Aug. *T&Cs apply.
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MEET THE TEAM WEEK 22
Alex - Veterinary Nurse
Alex has been a member of the Greencross Vets family since 2019 and has recently joined the Greencross Silkstone-Booval team. She holds a Bachelor of Applied Science, majoring in Veterinary Technology, which equipped her with the skills to work in her dream job caring for animals.
Alex has a special interest in surgical nursing, anaesthesia, and furry cuddles.
Outside of work, she and her family love spending time in the garden with their dog, Nala, two cats, Lavender and Lelith, and four cheeky chickens: Princess Layer, Princess Birdie, Atilla, and Cleo.
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Patient of the week! 🏺ATLAS🏺he had such a great time at the dog park that he clashed into his best mate head-on and managed to cause his canine to dislodge 🦷 luckily his pawrents acted quickly and booked him in for the removal 💚
Big day at for these 12 little pups!
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All puppies received their first vaccine and microchip implantation.
They were all very exhausted after as you can tell 😴
Maple came back strutting in style after her desexing procedure - owning the post-op look! 🐾😎
20% off desexing now until the end of August!
🤔Why desex your pet?
✅ Prevent or reduce the risk of cancers
✅ Protect against unplanned litters
✅ Reduce aggression and unwanted behaviors
📞 Call your local clinic to book, mention DESEX20 to save. Offer ends 31 Aug. *T&Cs apply.
Bringing your cat to the vet can sometimes be stressful, for you and your cat. But it doesn’t have to be! 🐈⬛
Cats are independent animals and they like to be in control of their environment. Any unfamiliar sights and smells can upset them. Here are some helpful hints to make visits to the vet clinic less stressful. 💚
MEET THE TEAM WEEK 21
Trinity - Veterinary Nurse
Growing up with animals big and small Trinity has always had a passion for agriculture and animal care. From showcasing cattle at local shows to horse riding and playing hockey, she thrives in the great outdoors!
Trinity decided to take her love for animals to the next level by pursuing her Certificate II in Animal Studies and embarking on the exciting journey to make a positive impact in the world of animal welfare!
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🚨 Attention Clients! 🚨
Our phones are currently down, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please note that we are fully booked and do not have any availability for walk-ins at this time.
If you have an appointment, please refer to the text message confirmation for your appointment time. Thank you for your understanding and patience!
Paw-liday Pet Emergency?
If you find your pet in an emergency situation this long weekend, we have a network of partnering emergency vet hospitals open 24/7 for your pet.
To find your nearest partnering vet hospital visit the Animal Referral and Emergency Network https://www.emergencyvet.com.au/
MEET THE TEAM WEEK 20
Ophelia - Veterinary Nurse
Ophelia has had a love for animals since she was young, being surrounded by different animals growing up she developed a passion for taking care of those who can’t speak for themselves. She now has 2 turtles, 2 budgies & 2 dogs that she spends her time with.
Ophelia began her studies 2 years ago starting her Certificate III in Animals studies and is now on track to graduate and be a fully qualified vet nurse by October 2024 gaining her Certificate IV of Veterinary Nursing. Every part of vet med takes her interest and is hoping to develop her knowledge in all areas.
Ophelia spends her spare time roller skating, baking, enjoying music, reading and spending time at the beach.
Winter is here! We feel it's going to be a super cold one, and chances are if you are feeling cold your furry friend is too.
Here are some ways to keep your pet warm in the Winter:
💚Keep your pet inside
💚Provide a warm, soft, elevated bed
💚Warm coats are great for pets that are senior, small or have thin coats
💚Move your guinea pigs hutch inside the house or garage
💚Provide extra straw and hay so small pets can burrow and hide
💚Keep all bedding dry
💚Wrap a loose blanket over your pet, but don’t tuck them in. They still need to be able to move away from it if they overheat
💚Walk your furry friend during the day when it’s not as cold
Yesterday Greencross Vets Caulfield South welcomed a visit from our Chief Chief Operating Officer Michelle Dries (Kellaway) and Victorian General Manager Trent Morpeth. They enjoyed a tour of the clinic and a quick chat with their Vet Director Dr. Kathy Lee and Practice Manager Sarah Grinblat.
Two Greencross Mamas 💚 Battle of the biggest belly! We think Gunther wins as she has a few more babies than Dr Ana 🍼🤰
MEET THE TEAM WEEK 19
Dr Vanessa Chua - Veterinarian
Vanessa graduated from the University of Queensland in 2023 and started working at a small animal practice in the Gold Coast. Some of her interests in small animal medicine include dermatology, dentistry, ophthalmology and surgery.
In Vanessa’s free time, you will find her being active and in nature. She is a regular at her local climbing gym and spends a lot of time outdoors climbing rocks. If she’s not doing any of those you can find her hanging out with her cat, Tiger, stretching out at yoga or tending to her myriad of plants and fish life.
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Pet of the week 😍 Those blue eyes & huge paws melted the hearts of the team at greencrossvetstweedheads
Postcards from our at the Ipswich Show last weekend! A massive shout out to the team for their efforts in organising and executing this terrific community event 💚💚
MEET THE TEAM WEEK 18
Abbey - Veterinary Nurse
Abbey grew up on Tamborine mountain in the Gold Coast hinterland where she developed her passion for animals and nature. From a young age Abbey knew she wanted to become a Veterinarian and is working towards making her dream come true as she is set to graduate with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science at the end of 2025.
Abbey really enjoys nursing at Greencross as she is able to build fundamental skills within this field. Abbey has two dogs named Socksy and Shoey and a cat called Luna. In her spare time Abbey enjoys camping, hiking and reading.
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Pet of the week! 🐾 Meet Little Penny, the 8-week-old cattle dog, who came in for her first-ever vet visit today at .coreenavenue.
The team couldn’t resist showering her with plenty of attention 💚
Congratulations to another 2 lucky winners for winning yesterdays dog and cat hampers 🐾🐾
And a big congratulations to the following:
🐶Sasha with Sid and Tibby winning a $100 off Vet Services voucher
🐱Natalie with Mel-lanko winning a $100 off Vet Services voucher
🐶 Georgia for winning 3mths off a Healthy Pets Pets membership subscription
🐱 Kirsty with Dukie winning an annual Healthy Pets Plus Membership
🐶Morgan with Willow winning an annual Healthy Pets Plus Membership
Congratulations two our 2 lucky winners today💚Winning one of our cat hampers and one of our dog hampers🐾
Be sure to come visit us at The Ipswich Show tomorrow and Sunday, to meet the team and for your chance to win prizes too💚
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Kitten kisses from nurse Michelle 🤍
All set up ready to see you all this weekend at the Ipswich Show! Come say hi, grab a free show bag, meet the team, play some games. There are so many prizes to be won🐶🐱💚
All set up ready to see you all this weekend at The Ipswich Show! Come say hi, grab a free show bag, meet the team, play some games. There are so many prizes to be won🐶🐱💚
Meet Dr Karl Bittel (Veterinarian) 🩺 .coogee
Karl completed a Bachelor of Animal Science at the University College of Dublin in 2014. He moved to Budapest, Hungary to complete a postgraduate degree in Veterinary Medicine.
Karl has a keen interest in surgery, with aspirations to become certified as an orthopaedic surgeon! 👨🏼⚕️
MEET THE TEAM WEEK 17
Dr Rowena Spreckley - Veterinarian
Rowena grew up in a small village in Northern NSW close to the bush, beach and mountain ranges. From a young age the natural world including animals were a big part of her life, and so of course becoming a veterinarian was an aspiration of hers.
Rowena was able to accomplish this after moving to QLD and studying at UQ Gatton. Rowena thoroughly enjoys all aspects of being a small animal veterinarian, however her passion lies with internal medicine, especially gastrointestinal medicine, endocrinology and infectious diseases.
You will find Rowena in her spare time bushwalking, bird watching, cooking, gardening and spending time with Louie her much loved Kelpie cross.
Pet of the week! Meet the little heartthrob at this week! 💚😍
Unexpected visitor alert!
Our Greencross Vets Campbelltown team day got a little wild with a surprise visit from a kookaburra! 🌿
🚨 Attention Pet Owners! 🚨
Emergency and Specialty Vets are sounding the alarm about the rise in paralysis ticks affecting our pets. 🐾 With the unseasonal warmth lingering into autumn and rain, the conditions are ripe for these dangerous pests.
At Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) Gosford, several beloved pets have tragically lost their lives due to severe tick paralysis. Dr. Natashia Evans, an Emergency and Critical Care Specialist at ARH Gosford, emphasises the importance of year-round parasite prevention, even as we transition into winter.
Skipping prevention can lead to devastating consequences.
Even a delay of just one or two days can put your pet at risk. Set reminders, and if in doubt, administer prevention a couple of days early.
Pet owners are urged to perform daily tick checks, as early detection can save lives.
For emergency assistance, contact your nearest animal hospital: https://www.emergencyvet.com.au/contact-us.html
Stay informed about tick threats in your area: https://www.petbarn.com.au/petwatch
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MEET THE TEAM WEEK 16
Leah - Veterinary Nurse
Leah joined our team in 2021 after completing her Certificate II in Animal Studies. Animals have forever been a strong passion in her life and she dedicates her heart and soul to her job. Before joining our team, Leah worked in Pet stores for over 10 years. This gave her broad knowledge of small animals and their behaviour, nutrition and needs. Within clinic, Leah shows dedication in all areas, but strives in customer service and taking care of hospital patients.
Leah has her hands full at home with two young daughters Lilly and Anna and a fur baby of her own, Waffle the Spoodle. Leah spends most of her time outdoors with her family and pets, enjoying nature and being grateful for our beautiful country.
Leah will always go above and beyond to make sure your pet has a stress free time in clinic.
Cuteness aggression overload 💚💚
Postcards from our incredible teams celebrating World Vet Day in their clinics!
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Throwback to the triplets getting desexed! Bonnie, Clyde and Daisy 💚🐾 Book in before the end of August for 20% off desexing! 🤔Why desex your pet? ✅ Prevent or reduce the risk of cancers ✅ Protect against unplanned litters ✅ Reduce aggression and unwanted behaviors 📞 Call your local clinic to book, mention DESEX20 to save. Offer ends 31 Aug. *T&Cs apply. #greencrossvets #pethealth #petwellness #petsafety
All set up ready to see you all this weekend at The Ipswich Show! Come say hi, grab a free show bag, meet the team, play some games. There are so many prizes to be won🐶🐱💚
WIN A CAT HAMPER IPSWICH SHOW 🎉🥳 Congratulations Leisa and Ollie Congratulations Tyla and Chibi You are both the winners of our Cat Hampers, Congratulations!! We will personally reach out to you by phone please collect your hamper within 3 business days from the clinic!!
WIN A HAMPER IPSWICH SHOW 🎉🥳 Congratulations Tiffany and Waffle Congratulations Jade and Lily We will personally reach out to you by phone please collect your hamper within 3 business days from the clinic!!
Is this your chatty boy? He was brought to us by a Good Samaritan today. If he’s your fluffy friend, please contact the clinic with proof of ownership (a photo will be fine).
✨Found✨ This rainbow Lorikeet was brought to us yesterday by a member of the public. It had spent the morning in their backyard in Booval and is very clearly a beloved pet. He/she blows kisses, sings, and talks. If this is your feathered friend, give us a call!
