North Queensland Veterinary Service

13/11/2024

Equine Fact for the day:
Wolf teeth in a horse’s lower jaw aren’t something you see every day! 🦷🐴

12/11/2024

Have you heard of CIRDC in dogs?

CIRDC refers to Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex - a newer term for the contagious respiratory illness traditionally known as kennel cough. 😷

This new name alludes to the fact that the disease can be caused by a variety of different viruses and bacteria, and that dogs can contract this respiratory illness even when not attending a boarding facility.

For a personalised assessment on your pet’s risk of contracting CIRDC and how you can help to protect them, consult our cough-conscious veterinary team. 🐾

11/11/2024

On Remembrance Day, we pause to reflect on the sacrifices of those who gave everything for our freedom. Their bravery lives on in our hearts.”
Lest we forget

11/11/2024

That feeling when you look back and find your fan club following! 🐮😂
Dr Steph out and about with her new friends.

08/11/2024

When you spend so much time at work as a vet nurse that you grow a tail…
Happy FriYay!

08/11/2024

When was the last time your pet had a dental check? 💡 If it's been a while, now is an excellent time to make an appointment with the final month of our Big Pet Dental Deal.

📅 Book a free nurse consultation before the Christmas rush to secure your appointment, or call any participating clinics listed below to ensure you do not miss out.

Atherton: (07) 4095 7400
Charters Towers: (07) 4754 7400
Edmonton: (07) 4056 4600
Malanda: (07) 4096 7500

Book Online: https://onlinebooking.vetlinksql.com/booking?id=2oSC4xewASg%3D

Terms and Conditions
* Dental appointments must be booked by December 14th, 2024 to qualify for the offer, but appointments can be scheduled for any available date up until February 14th, 2025.
* Free dental checks, USGs and urine dipsticks for animals belonging to existing clients or new clients when booked for veterinary procedures.
* All offers are subject to clinic and stock availability.

07/11/2024

Should you book boarding or a pet sitter for your dog when you go away on holidays? 🌞

Staying consistent with a familiar, high-quality holiday care environment will help your pet to settle in more quickly and easily.

If your pet is a social butterfly, 🐕 they will likely enjoy attending a boarding facility where they get to play with other friendly dogs. However, if your pet is on the quieter side or has any significant behavioural or health issues, it may be worthwhile employing a pet sitter (or wheedling favours from a responsible family member or friend!) who can care for them in a calmer home environment. 🏡

For more advice on safe holiday care for pets, consult our caring team.

06/11/2024

We love a good spot when doing your horses routine dentals!
Show us your favourite spot?

05/11/2024

05/11/2024

Safe and comfortable car travel for cats? We’ve got you covered with our team’s top feline-friendly travel tips:

📋 Line your cat’s carrier with an absorbent “puppy pad” (and bring along a few spares in a plastic bag), in case of toileting accidents 🚗
📋 On the morning of travel, offer your pet only a very light meal to reduce their chance of car sickness
📋 Ensure your cat’s carrier is securely fixed in the car, but situated where it will receive good ventilation
📋 Ask our team about the use of safe calming aids and supplements for cats 🐱

For more advice on low-stress transport for cats, consult our knowledgeable team.

04/11/2024

Guess the parasite in this horse p**p? 🐛🐛

01/11/2024

Does your Dog:

1. Drink from or swim in stagnant water sources such as ponds, fountains, puddles or lakes?
2. Have access to or go for walks in farmland or bushy areas?
3. Have access to gardens, dog parks or areas where rats or wildlife such as possums reside?
4. Live in an area that accumulates water after heavy rainfall?
5. Live in or travel to New South Wales, Victoria, Northern Territory or Queensland?
6. Hunt rodents?

If you answered YES to any of the above, your dog may be at risk of leptospirosis.

Contact our clinic on 07 4056 4600 to schedule an appointment for the vaccination to protect your dog against Leptospirosis.

01/11/2024

When our Client Care Specialist greets a client!

Client Care Specialist vs Frenchie- even our receptionist can speak “dog” language.

30/10/2024

Tick Paralysis is one of the leading causes of animal death in northern Queensland.
Recently, cases have been spread from the Far North through to Townsville and Charters Towers. Even if you cannot spot the tick, this does not mean your pet has not been affected.

Signs of tick paralysis include:
- Lethargy including struggling to rise and trouble walking
- Coughing, gagging or vomiting
- Change in bark or meow
- Loss of appetite
- Laboured or rapid breathing

Prevention is better than the cure. Contact our team today to discuss the best tick prevention options for your pet!

30/10/2024

We are happy to announce that NQVS have Lepto vaccinations 💉in stock!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉 Little Musta was our very first patient to receive the vaccination today with Nurse Ava and Dr Shona❤️ If you would like to book an appointment for your dog please call the clinic to speak with our team.