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If in doubt, give us a shout! Fully staffed veterinary hospital open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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25/11/2024

Hey Cairns! Guess what... We’re hiring at Emergency Vets 24/7! 💃🏻 We are looking for a FULL TIME Cert IV nurse to join our awesome team!

About this role:
We are passionate about animals, delivering emergency and critical care services with professionalism and empathy. All qualified and experienced nurses with Certificate IV qualifications or higher, are encouraged to apply.

• Generous upward starting salary
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Real CE support (we have funded significant courses, including Diploma courses)
• Interactive rounds and discussions
• Access to VIN, Vet Education, and in-house CPD every 1-2 months and additional external trainers at regular intervals
• We pay professional registration fees including radiographic licenses

The job is comprised of a rotating 10-week roster which includes day, night, weekend and evening shifts. The roster has been designed with smooth transitions between day and night shifts, and includes at least 1 week off every rotation, in addition to normal vacation time.

Please email: [email protected] to apply

17/11/2024

🐾 Meet Honey – A True Fighter! 🐾

Honey, a sweet 10-year-old Havanese pooch, faced the toughest battle of her life recently when she was diagnosed with tick paralysis. After being placed on our ventilator for three days, Honey's journey was far from easy. But thanks to the dedication and round-the-clock care from our amazing veterinary team, Honey pulled through!

Our incredible staff worked 24/7, monitoring her progress, providing the treatment and support she needed, and never giving up. Today, Honey is back on her paws and stronger than ever! 💪🐶

We're so grateful for the opportunity to be part of Honey's recovery and proud of our team for their unwavering commitment to saving lives. 💖

Remember, ticks are here and are extremely unforgiving. Please take the time to ensure your animals are up to date with their tick prevention. It's not worth the risk!

14/11/2024

🐾 How to Create a Pet First Aid Kit 🐾

Emergencies can happen anytime, so it’s important to be prepared for your pet’s safety. Here's a simple guide to creating your own pet first aid kit!

🔹 Gauze & Bandages: For wrapping wounds and controlling bleeding.
🔹 Adhesive Tape: To secure bandages, but never directly on fur!
🔹 Antiseptic Wipes: To clean minor wounds. Avoid alcohol-based products.
🔹 Tweezers: Handy for removing ticks or splinters.
🔹 Digital Thermometer: Know what’s normal for your pet (dog: 38.3-39.2°C; cat: 37.7-39.1°C).
🔹 Saline 0.9% for flushing wounds if needed
🔹 Gloves
🔹 Sterile Lubricant
🔹 Emergency Contacts: Include your vet’s number and nearest emergency hospital (that's us!).

Having these items ready can make a big difference in an emergency! 🐶🐱 Remember, always contact us for guidance if your pet is injured or sick.

📞 Call us at 4015 3459 if you need help or more advice on pet first aid.

Stay safe, pet parents! 💙

10/11/2024

👀 Calling on our community for help! 👀🐦

If you spot more than five dead birds in your area, parks, or streets, please report it to Biosecurity Queensland on 13 25 23 or contact the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline at 1800 675 888. 📞

Avoid touching sick or deceased wild birds. 🤚🚫
Unusual numbers of sick or dead birds may indicate avian influenza, a highly contagious disease affecting birds.

Learn more about avian influenza 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wNxGj

04/11/2024

🎶 It’s time!! 🎶

Just like Mariah says, but this time it’s all about protecting your pets! Lepto vaccinations are BACK in stock at most general practice clinics around Cairns! Leptospirosis is a dangerous and life threatening bacterial disease that can spread through contaminated water and soil, affecting your pet’s kidneys, liver, and overall health. 🐾💉

Don’t take the risk—give your pet the protection they need. Lepto can be life-threatening, but with the right vaccination, you can help keep your furry friend safe and healthy.

24/10/2024

Do you know how to search your furry friends for ticks?

Follow these simple steps to find them on your animal:
🐶 Feel for lumps and bumps by running your fingertips through their entire coat at skin level
🐱 Start with their heads and necks, and make sure to look into their mouths and ears
🐶 Take off their collars to see if there are any ticks underneath
🐱 Keep looking all the way down to their paws on their front and back legs. Ensure to look between their toes and don't forget the tail!

Whilst we tend to have a "tick season" here in FNQ, ticks can be found ALL YEAR AROUND. Please ensure you're checking your animals for ticks after every time they've been outside and always ensure your furry friends are up to date with their tick prevention! 🐾

Remember, if in doubt - give us a shout! ☎️ 4015 3459

10/10/2024

🌟 Happy Vet Nurse Day! 🌟

Today, we celebrate the heart and soul of our clinic—our amazing veterinary nurses! 🐾 Your dedication, compassion, and tireless effort make a world of difference to every pet and owner who walks through our doors. From comforting scared animals to supporting complex surgeries, you do it all with a smile and a passion that shines through every day.

Thank you for your incredible work and for being the backbone of our team. We couldn't do it without you! 💚🐶🐱

Drop a comment below to show some love for our incredible vet nurses! 👏🎉

07/10/2024

🚨 Heatstroke Alert: Protect Your Pets! 🚨

As temperatures rise, it’s crucial to be aware of the dangers of heatstroke in pets. We want to make sure your furry friends stay safe as we roll into the hotter seasons of FNQ!

🐶 What is Heatstroke? Heatstroke occurs when a pet’s body temperature rises to dangerous levels, often due to exposure to high temperatures or excessive exercise. Pets, especially dogs, can’t regulate their body temperature as effectively as humans, making them more vulnerable.

🐾 Signs of Heatstroke:

🌞 Heavy panting or difficulty breathing
🌞 Excessive drooling
🌞 Agitation or restlessness
🌞 Vomiting or diarrhoea (possibly with blood)
🌞 Weakness or collapse
🌞 Bright red or pale gums

🌡️ What to Do if You Suspect Heatstroke:

✅ Move your pet to a cooler area immediately.
✅ Offer small amounts of cool (not cold) water.
✅ Use wet towels to gently cool them down, especially on their paws, belly, and neck.
✅ Contact us immediately – heatstroke is a medical emergency and can be fatal if not treated quickly.

⚠️ Prevention Tips:

✅ Avoid walks during the hottest parts of the day (opt for early morning or late evening).
✅ NEVER leave pets in a parked car, even for a few minutes.
✅ Provide plenty of fresh water and shade when outside.
✅ If your pet shows any signs of heatstroke, call us right away on 4015 3459 or come directly to our emergency hospital. We’re here 24/7 to help!

Stay safe and keep your pets cool! 🐾❤️

28/09/2024

Are you concerned for your pet but unclear if a trip to the vet is necessary? Animals are often experts at masking illnesses, wounds, and discomfort. If left untreated, even a minor issue has the potential to get worse. 😬

In addition to your pet's routine medical checkup, it is always wise to go to your vet if something doesn't seem quite right. It won't just calm your mind; it could also prevent a health problem from getting more dreadful. 🩺

Some of the most frequent pet emergencies we see at our hospital are listed here. If your pet is suffering any of the following illnesses or symptoms, we urge that you take them to the vet right away since they can be potentially life-threatening:

🐾 Snake Bites
🐾 Tick Paralysis
🐾 Struggling to urinate
🐾 Diarrhoea and/or vomiting
🐾 Not eating or drinking
🐾 Cane Toad poisoning
🐾 Heat stroke
🐾 Seizures
🐾 Penetrating wounds such as dog fight wounds
🐾 Major trauma (e.g. Hit by car)
🐾 Blood loss
🐾 Swollen or distended abdomen
🐾 Difficulty breathing
🐾 Broken Bones
🐾 Burns and smoke inhalation⁣
🐾 Coughing
🐾 Severe Pain

Remember, we are here on site 24/7 should you ever need us. If in doubt, give us a shout on 4015 3459 📞

23/09/2024

Recognising Signs of Pain in Cats and Dogs

September is . Our pets can't speak, but they often show us when they're in pain. Whether it’s a sudden injury or a gradual issue like arthritis, catching the signs early can help prevent further discomfort. Here are some common indicators of pain to look out for:

🐾 Dogs: Look for whining, yelping, limping, excessive panting, restlessness, avoiding being touched, changes in appetite, or an unusual body posture. Some dogs may also become more aggressive or anxious when in pain.

🐾 Cats: Cats tend to hide their pain more subtly. Watch for changes like hiding, reduced grooming, avoiding jumping or climbing, aggression, excessive meowing or hissing, or not using the litter box. A normally active cat becoming withdrawn could also be a sign of discomfort.

If your pet is showing any of these signs, don’t wait! Contact us or your general practice clinic for an evaluation. Early detection and treatment can make a huge difference in your pet’s quality of life!

21/09/2024

*CALLING ALL BIG DOGS & CATS*

We are in urgent need of blood donors to help save lives here at Emergency Vets 24/7!

If you’re interested in your dog or cat becoming a donor, there are a few requirements needed:
• Must be between 1-9 years of age
• Heavier than 23kg for dogs, heavier than 5kg for cats
• Up to date with vaccinations and parasite prevention (flea, tick and worming including heartworm)
• Must not have received a blood transfusion before
• Must not have any chronic illnesses
• Must have never received tick paralysis antiserum before
In exchange for animals donating their blood so we can potentially save others lives, they receive a full blood workup before undergoing donation once a year, IV fluid therapy to replace the volume of blood taken, a warm chicken dinner, a bravery certificate and their photo on our wall of hero's.

Interested in your animal becoming a blood donor? Head on over to our website at www.emergencyvets247.com.au, scroll down to where you see "Volunteer your dog to donate blood" and download the form!

**Don’t forget, once the form is filled out please email it to: [email protected] so we can add you to our donor list! If you require any more information, please feel free to email us with any queries you may have 🐶🩸🐱

20/09/2024

You need to hear this. (Trigger warning: su***de is discussed in this post).

Many of you won't know, but the veterinary industry is suffering under a global staff shortage. Veterinarians are exiting the industry at an alarming rate.
Why?

Here’s just one reason. Some people think it’s okay to tell a veterinarian that “You only want my money,” or “You don’t care about my animal, all you care about is money”. Some people might think those words won’t hurt. Yet every time you say these words to a veterinarian, you push them one step closer to giving up, getting out, or worse.

❗️Did you know veterinarians and veterinary staff are FOUR TIMES more likely to take their own lives, compared with the general population? Most of our team members know a veterinarian who has left the industry or committed su***de.
We understand it’s stressful when you arrive at an emergency hospital. Please remember that we are here to help. We are here because we’ve invested a lifetime learning how to care for your pet. We are not here because you need someone to blame for your unfortunate situation.

Most of our clients understand this, and we appreciate your support.
Please hear this: it takes 10 times as many positive interactions to break even from just one hurtful comment, and repetitive comments will grind down your vet to leave the industry, or worse.

Our hospital has a ZERO tolerance policy for abuse. This includes emotional, physical, and verbal abuse of any kind.

The staff at Emergency Vets 24/7 give their hearts and souls to every single patient that walks, hops, flaps, or is carried through our doors, and we stand behind every single one of them. They are phenomenal human beings, doing an exceptionally complex job in an emotionally-charged environment. They are unsung superheroes.

In a world where you can be anything, be kind.
Not One More Vet.
https://www.nomv.org/

Thank you to everyone and please share this post to show your support and endorse our superheroes.

19/09/2024

**Tick Paralysis**

Do you know the symptoms? 🧐

Take this time to ensure your animal is up to date with their tick prevention, and that you've purchased it through a reputable source such as pet shops or veterinary clinics. 🐾

If you are suspicious that your animal is displaying any signs or symptoms of Tick Paralysis, please call your local general practice clinic, or call us any time on 4015 3459. ☎️

Remember, we always have a vets, nurses and animal attendants here on site for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year! If in doubt, give us a shout. 🏥

04/09/2024

Job Opportunity: Animal Attendant at Emergency Vets 24/7

Emergency Vets 24/7 is looking for a dynamic and motivated person to join our team as an Animal Attendant. Emergency Vets 24/7 is the only 24-hour veterinary hospital in far north Queensland. Our close knit team works together as a unit to deliver first-class veterinary care to our patients and provide exceptional service to our clients. We strongly believe that every member of our staff plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of our mission.

Animal Attendants in our hospital undertake more than just cleaning. Although this is a crucial part of the job, as a valued member of our team, you'll also be trained in a variety of different tasks. This includes restraining animals, answering phones, assisting clients with registration, managing stock, and offering comfort to the animals under our care. The dynamic nature of our environment requires the ability to transition quickly from one task to another, as each day presents unique challenges in emergency veterinary care.

This position is particularly suitable for a trainee nurse seeking valuable emergency experience or anyone with a deep love for animals, has good problem-solving skills, and a desire to work within a caring and dedicated veterinary team.

If you are ready to be part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of animals and their owners when they need us most, please email your application and CV to [email protected]

31/08/2024

Come and join us at Dogs Day Out!!
Baron waters park.

28/08/2024

It’s happening this weekend Cairns! Come on down to Barron Waters park this Saturday from 9am-1:30pm! There’s going to be so many fun activities and of course so many four legged friends to meet. 🐶

Did you know it’s our 7th Birthday on September 1st? We’re so excited to celebrate it with you all at the festival! 🎈 We have got 3 HUGE hampers to give away as raffle prizes, colouring in competitions and more.

We hope to see you all there 🐾

Address

124a Anderson Street
Cairns, QLD
4870

Telephone

+61740153459

Website

https://www.emergencyvets247.com.au/

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