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Guinea pigs are like Pringles - you can't have just one! 🐹
No seriously - in the wild, guinea pigs live in herds because they are social creatures, so they should always be adopted in pairs.
Keeping guinea pigs in pairs (or more) prevents them from becoming lonely and depressed, and ensures they don't become anti-social.
If you have guinea pigs, be sure to bring them to see the THCV team for a checkup!
📞 1300 838 868
📧 [email protected]
Did you know that we have two veterinary clinics in addition to our house call service? 🚐
KENMORE
📍 2105 Moggil Road, Kenmore
☎️ (07) 3378 1443
⏰ Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-4pm
SUNNYBANK
📍 11/128 Station Rd, Sunnybank
☎️ (07) 3345 6689
⏰ Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-4pm
Make an appointment for a checkup today - we promise your furbaby will love us! 😻
Do you know why dogs noses are wet? 🐶💧
Truthfully, nobody really knows exactly - but we do have a pretty solid idea.
It's thought that dogs noses are wet to keep their sense of smell as keen as possible.
Dogs secrete a small amount of mucous from their nostrils, which is widely believed to aid in boosting environmental scents 🌳👃
Generally, a dry nose is not a symptom of something being severely wrong - it could simply be possible that your dog is just thirsty or has been out in windy weather.
If your dog displays other symptoms alongside a dry nose, such as scabs, loss of appetite or lethargy, please get them to a vet (that's us!) ASAP.
📞 1300 838 868
📧 [email protected]
Is there anything that brings more healing for the soul than cuddling your kitty like a baby? 😻
(Note: Not every cat likes this - please don't force them into this if they hate it!)
Is your dog coughing or wheezing? 😷
Let's take a look at some of the potential causes:
🐾 Allergies
🐾 Bronchitis
🐾 Tracheal irritation or collapse
🐾 Blockage in airway
🐾 Kennel cough
🐾 Infection
🐾 Obesity
🐾 Heart disease
While not every cough, wheeze or sneeze is serious, it's important to keep an eye on the severity and take them to the vet so they can be treated properly 🐶
📞 1300 838 868
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On the hunt for a good, pet-friendly farmers market to stroll through this weekend? 🐩
Here are some of our faves!
🐾 , West End - Saturday 6AM-2PM
🐾 , Manly - Saturday 6AM-12PM
🐾 , Kelvin Grove - Saturday 6AM-1PM
🐾 , Eumundi (worth the drive!) - Saturday 7:30AM - 2PM
🐾 , City Botanical Gardens - Sunday 8AM-3PM
🐾 , Milton - Saturday 7AM-1PM
🐾 , Carseldine - Saturday 6AM-12PM
🐾 , Carrara (also worth the drive!) - Saturday & Sunday 8AM-3PM
Do you have any faves we left off the list? Let us know!
📸 Must Do Brisbane
🐾 PET GROOMING 🐾
Do you know how often you should be washing your pets fur and trimming their claws? While it varies from animal to animal, here's a rough guide on how regularly you should get your furbaby groomed:
🐶 As a general rule, dogs should be bathed every 1-4 weeks depending on their coat type and activity level, and their nails clipped once a month.
🐱 Cats get pretty stressed out when they're bathed, so its best to stick to grooming them either daily or weekly depending on hair length. Natural scratching is recommended to keep cats claws trimmed, however if you need to trim them yourself it is recommended to do so every 3-4 weeks.
🐀 Rats and guinea pigs very rarely need a good wash - perhaps once a year, if needed. Some longer-haired guinea pigs should be spot-washed around their rear to keep the fur around their grease gland maintained. Rats do not need their nails trimmed, however guinea pigs should have theirs trimmed once a month.
We are here to once again bring some brightness to your Monday morning with some fluffy cuteness 🐶
We hope everybody has a wonderful week ahead!
Did you know cats are susceptible to UTIs, just like us humans? 🐱
When a cat has a UTI, they may display symptoms such as:
🐾 Frequent urination
🐾 Straining to urinate
🐾 Blood in urine
🐾 Urinating outside the litter box
🐾 Lethargy and loss of appetite
🐾 Excessive licking
To prevent your kitty getting a UTI, ensure they stay properly hydrated, have a clean litter box, follow a nutritious diet, and visit the vet regularly! 🐈
📞 1300 838 868
📧 [email protected]
I think we can all agree there's only one thing better than a puppy...
TWO PUPPIES! 🐶🤎
From routine general consultations to emergency surgical procedures, we offer excellent care for your best furry friend 🐕
Backed by an experienced & compassionate team, we bring a comprehensive range of health, wellness and preventative vet services to Brisbane-based dogs and their owners 🩺
📞 1300 838 868
📧 [email protected]
Happy Friday☀️
Meet Percy! The most bouncy and happiest Groodle you will meet. We saw Percy on housecalls this week for an annual health check and vaccination. We just loved how excited we was to see us🥹
By having annual health check ups in the comfort of their home, it makes the experience so much nicer for you and of course them! For any enquires on booking in your furry friend for their check up, you can follow the link on our website or simply call us on 1300 838 867 where our client care team are happy to help📞
A healthy cat is a happy cat! 🐈⬛
Cats can be pretty stoic creatures so sometimes it can be hard to tell if they are unwell. But just like humans, every cat is unique, and symptoms can differ in subtlety and severity.
Here are some ways you can tell if your cat is sick or not:
🐾 Sudden change in mood or behaviour
🐾 Constricted or dilated pupils
🐾 Rapid weight loss or gain
🐾 Notable increase or decrease in being vocal
🐾 Hiding and lethargy
If your cat is displaying any of the above signs, book an appointment with us today:
📞 1300 838 868
📧 [email protected]
Sometimes our more curious patients love to give us a hand (or paw) with our work 🐾🩺
This time of year always makes us miss warm beach days ☀️🐶
We love making the trip north to Mudjimba Beach on the Sunshine Coast... it's so worth the drive!
What's your favourite dog-friendly beach?
ROUTINE CHECK UPS 🩺🐾
Do you know often you should be bringing your dogs and cats to the vet for a routine check up?
🐶🐱 Puppies and kittens will generally need to visit the vet 3 to 4 times in their first year of life due to vaccinations and desexing.
🐶🐱 Adult dogs and cats between 1 - 7 years old (depending on breed) should visit annually unless they are unwell.
🐶🐱 Senior dogs and cats aged 7+ should get a check up twice a year as it provides the best chance of capturing age-related disease early.
📞 1300 838 868
📧 [email protected]
Did you know we also offer telemedicine consultations on top of house calls & clinic visits?
Yep you heard right! Between 7am and midnight, 7 days a week you can schedule a 15-20min video consultation with one of our experienced vets 🐾
📞 1300 838 868
📧 [email protected]
Agility training works wonders for your dogs joints, but do you know the other ways you can help them maintain joint health?
🐾 Encourage regular low-impact exercise
🐾 Keep them within a healthy weight range
🐾 Feed them a nutrient-rich diet
🐾 Provide supportive bedding
🐾 Avoid overexertion when they begin ageing
🐾 Regularly get them groomed
🐾 Bring them to the House Call Vet for routine checkups!
📞 1300 838 868
📧 [email protected]
🐾 PREVENTATIVE PET CARE 🐾
Your pets are not naturally immune to preventable infectious diseases which means they should be vaccinated - it could end up saving their lives someday 💚💉
If your puppy or kitten needs their vaccination, we got you! Book an appointment now:
📞 1300 838 868
📧 [email protected]
If you notice that your cat is starting to walk a bit stiffer, is reluctant to jump or play, and is hiding more than usual, they may be suffering from osteoarthritis 🐈
If your cat is displaying these symptoms, get in touch today:
📞 1300 838 868
📧 [email protected]
Did you know there are over 160 off-leash dog parks in the Brisbane region? 🐩
Here are some of our favourites!
🐾 Grey Gum Park, Stafford Heights
🐾 Elanora Park, Wynnum
🐾 Sunset Park (pictured), Ashgrove
🐾 Bulimba Riverside Park, Bulimba
🐾 Crosby Park, Albion
🐾 Faulkner Park, Graceville
🐾 Milton Park, Milton
🐾 Thomas Macleod Park, Sinnamon Park
Have we left your favourite off the list? Let us know! 🐶
📸 Credit: BrisDogs
BIRD NUTRITION 🦜
Different breeds have different needs, but every bird needs a balanced diet consisting of around 60% nutritious pellets and 40% vegetables - in particular leafy greens, grasses and sprouted seeds 🌱
If you're a bird owner, what's your feathered friend's favourite food?
Sometimes it can be a real challenge to get your dog to take their tablets 💊
If you've tried everything from hiding it in their food to using a pet piller and your dog still manages to spit their medication out, speak to a vet about getting their medication formulated differently - such as a liquid or gel.
Get in touch today to book an appointment:
📞 1300 838 868
📧 [email protected]
Let us bless your feed with some doggie smiles on this lovely Monday morning! 🐶
What is everyone up to for the public holiday today?
If you're looking for a rewarding, family-friendly hobby, consider getting some chickens! 🐓🥚
Here's why:
🐔 You'll have an ongoing supply of fresh eggs.
🐔 They're fairly low maintenance and low cost compared to some other pets.
🐔 They'll eat your scraps and produce a natural fertiliser, making them sustainable.
🐔 They are intelligent and have lots of personality - including sass 😂
Just make sure you have a big enough backyard for them to stretch their legs and spread their wings 🐥
Oh to be a pretty kitty laying in the warm sunshine on a regular old Wednesday! ☀️🐱
Do you know what to do if you come across sick or injured wildlife? 🦇
🐾 MAKE AN ASSESSMENT - is it safe to approach the injured animal? If not, call a professional wildlife handler immediately and do not continue with the next steps.
🐾 STAY CALM - do not make any fast movements or loud noises.
🐾 APPROACH CAUTIOUSLY - if you can, cover them with a blanket or jacket and transfer them to a box or carrier for stability.
🐾 TAKE THEM TO THE VET - transport them as swiftly, quietly, and safely as possible to the nearest vet.
Thank you for caring for our beautiful wildlife 🐨
Happy World Vet Day from the House Call Vet team 🐾🩺
DOGGIE DEMENTIA 🐾
Just like humans, dogs can develop dog dementia or canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD).
It is most commonly caused by age, however some dog breeds are more likely to develop it than others including terriers, toys, and non-sporting dogs 🐶
If you want to learn more about the symptoms, management and how to support your dog as they decline, read more on our latest blog 🔗 Link in bio!
BRISBANE'S FAVOURITE PET-FRIENDLY CAFES PART 2 ☕️🐾
We had some really great suggestions on our last post so here's a few more for you all, by popular demand!
🐩 , Yeerongpilly/Yeronga/Fortitude Valley/Mount Gravatt/Cornubia/Chermside
🐩 , Taringa
🐩 , Graceville
🐩 , Stones Corner
🐩 , New Farm
🐩 , Woolloongabba
🐩 , Ipswich
🐩 , Hamilton
Be sure to drop any names we've left off the list down below! 👇
11/128 Station Road, Sunnybank
Brisbane, QLD
4109
| Monday | 7am - 11:59pm |
| Tuesday | 7am - 11:59pm |
| Wednesday | 7am - 11:59pm |
| Thursday | 7am - 11:59pm |
| Friday | 7am - 11:59pm |
| Saturday | 7am - 11:59pm |
| Sunday | 7am - 11:59pm |
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