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Beachside Veterinary Hospital

After graduating with honours from the University of Sydney in 1994 Cate moved to Northern Victoria to work in a mixed dairy practice.
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She worked there for the next 3 years developing her skills in both small and large animal medicine and surgery. It was here she met her husband. At the beginning of 1998 they moved to the United Kingdom where Cate worked as a locum in a variety of small and mixed practices for almost 2 years gaining broad experience and exposure to varying techniques. On her return to Australia she was invited to

become a partner in the Northern Victorian practice where she had worked as a new graduate. At that time a branch practice was purchased which became Cate’s “baby” and with the assistance of dedicated staff it grew into a strong performing practice in its own right. Throughout the past 17 years Cate has done all the required continuing education plus extra study in both small animal surgery and ultrasonography. In 2011 she completed a 4 year Masters degree in small animal practice through Murdoch University in Peth. During this period she and her husband have been raising 3 beautiful daughters and their family dog “Kevin the Kelpie”. In 2015 following the devastating ANZAC Day earthquake Cate volunteered to travel to Nepal to be one of only three experienced cattle vets to be in the country to provide veterinary support for the sacred animals which represent the backbone of Nepalese society. It was the most professionally rewarding experience of her career and she hopes to be able to do more volunteering in the future. Cate and her family have taken the lifestyle decision to move north to avoid the cold weather of Victoria and after six months working in a local clinic she recognises she has something different to offer taking advantage of her broad experience, her commitment to professionalism and the latest techniques. Cate projects a bright and cheery manner and has a strong passion for animal care and support for clients. She will always strive for the best outcome for both owner and pet. Having a fully equipped clinic to back up the mobile service, Beachside Veterinary Services offers all the benefits of a standard clinic (surgery, hospitalisation, radiology, laboratory services etc) without the inconvenience and stress of necessarily having to transport your pet to the clinic for routine examinations.

27/08/2024

Little Indiana is a 1.5 year old Silky Terrier X who loves to chew on goat horns and deer antlers. Indi has come to the clinic for a free dental check after a weekend of lip smacking, bad breath & not wanting to eat his crunchy biscuits.

Every dog has 4 teeth between their 1st molars and canine fangs- these teeth are called pre-molars (see tooth chart).

The first photo of Indi's teeth show 3 of his normal & healthy premolars, typical for a pup his age.
The second photo shows that his 2nd pre-molar tooth (circled in yellow) looks as if it's been split into two tiny teeth! This tooth appears to have incurred some trauma, cracking the tooth's crown off and exposing the root.

Many dog owner's believe giving their pup a bone or horn to chew is helpful in keeping teeth clean. This is absolutely the case, however, if chewing is excessive, cracked teeth can occur.

Here at Beachside Vets, we recommend daily teeth brushing to assist in keeping your pup's tartar & gingivitis to a minimum. Special dental biscuits & carrots are also a safe & yummy alternative!

Watch this space for an update on Indiana's dental procedure, and call our clinic to book a FREE DENTAL CHECK for your pet!

25/08/2024

How many lollies in the jar??? 🦷🦷The correct number is 97
Two people guessed the correct number....

🥳CONGRATULATIONS to Sara Walker & Christina McCarthy‼
We are lucky enough to be able to give away a jar of lollies EACH! So please pop into the clinic and collect them at your convenience! 🍬

🎉The following people will also go into the draw for our Dental month gift pack:
Elly Ralston
Martine Freeman
Emma Lang
Jenny Church
Amy Reader
and Yolanda Ridewood

Stay tuned as we have 1 more lolly jar up for grabs before the final draw🍬🍭

22/08/2024

We LOVE hosting Linda and the staff at Canine Training School for puppy/adolescent school!

20/08/2024

KEEP GUESSING!!!!

Unfortunately we aren’t yet close to guessing the number of teeth so let’s keep going!!!

Hint** the answer is higher than 90!

The first person who guesses within 2 teeth above or below the correct number will take home the jar of teeth AND go into the draw for our final Dental month gift…
All other guesses within that range will go into the draw!

ETA: we are counting each lolly NOT each individual tooth! 😁

HERE WE GO AGAIN!!!

Guess the number of teeth... 🦷🦷
The first person to guess the correct number will not only take home the jar of teeth but also have the chance to take home a Beachside Dental pack at the end of the month! 🎁

Any other correct guesses will go into the draw for our end of the month prize! 🥳

‼**PLEASE NOTE: we will not respond to any comments on this post so please ignore any comments that appear to be from us!**‼

19/08/2024

For a limited time, Hills are offering $20 OFF their Prescription Diet Dental Care foods!

Come and see us today to redeem offer!

19/08/2024

15/08/2024

Lets see your smiles!

Share in the comments photos of your pets pearly whites!

📸 Skit - Nurse Kali's smiley boy!

15/08/2024

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14/08/2024

Hey everyone! 🐾 As pet owners, we all want our furry friends to have the best possible health. And that includes their teeth! 🦷

Here are some tips on when you should take your pet to the vet for their teeth...

First of all, if you notice your pet having bad breath, it could be a sign of dental issues. 🤢 Just like us, our pets can develop plaque and tartar build-up, leading to bad breath. So if your cuddle buddy's kisses are not as sweet as they used to be, it's time for a checkup at the vet.

Another sign to look out for is if your pet is having difficulty eating or chewing their food. 🍗 This could indicate a toothache or other dental problem. Our pets may not be able to tell us when something is wrong, so it's up to us to pay attention to any changes in their eating habits.

And let's not forget about those pearly whites! 🦷 If you notice any discoloration, broken or loose teeth, or swollen gums, it's definitely time to schedule a visit to the vet.

Give us a call today on 4057 8677 and book in a FREE dental check for your fur family!

HERE WE GO AGAIN!!!Guess the number of teeth... 🦷🦷The first person to guess the correct number will not only take home t...

13/08/2024

THE ANSWER IS..... 74!

Unfortunately no one got the correct guess so our closest guess and winner of the lolly jar goes to Tina & Olly Ollard! 🥳

The following people guessed between 70-79 and will go into the draw to receive a Beachside Dental pack! 🪥🦷

Kim Murray
Elysia Flint
Taeha Condon
Jade Kendall

Stay tuned for more Dental Month goodies up for grabs!

To celebrate animal dental month, we are holding a weekly guess the number of lollies…. We are here to look after our patients teeth, not their owners 😂

Each week you can guess the correct number of teeth in the jar to go into the draw to receive a Beachside dental pack! 🦷🪥

The first person to guess the correct number of teeth will take home the jar of teeth AND go into the draw for a dental pack, any correct guesses after that will automatically go into the draw!

***** It seems our post is attracting some hacked responses. Please do not click on any links sent to you. We will never respond to your answers on the post but will announce the winner at the end of each week ******

12/08/2024

DENTAL FUN FACTS!!

1. SNAILS HAVE THE MOST TEETH OF ANY ANIMAL!
Snails teeth are not like regular teeth. A snail’s teeth are arranged in rows on its tongue. A garden snail has about 14,000 teeth while other species can have over 20,000. But that’s not even the most shocking part: The teeth of an aquatic snail called the limpet are the strongest known biological material on Earth, even stronger than titanium!

2. YOU CAN TELL A DOLPHINS AGE BY ITS TEETH!
Just like trees, dolphin’s teeth have rings inside them that tell how old they are. Their teeth are permanent, but they don’t use them for chewing—dolphins swallow their food whole because they have no muscle in their jaws!

3. GIRAFFES HAVE NO UPPER FRONT TEETH!
Just like humans, giraffes have 32 teeth, but most of them are positioned in the back of their mouths. They use their lips and 20-foot long tongues to grab leaves and twigs and grind them up with their back teeth.

4. HORSES CAN HAVE RECEDING GUMS JUST LIKE HUMANS!
In fact, that’s where the popular saying “long in the tooth,” meaning old, comes from. As horses age, their gums recede and expose more of their teeth, making it look like they’re actually growing.

SOME FACTS A LITTLE CLOSER TO HOME FOR US......

1. As many as 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have some form of periodontal disease by the time they’re just two years old

2. Dental disease is more common in small dog breeds, like Poodles, Yorkshire Terriers, Chihuahuas, and Dachshunds, and brachycephalic (short-faced) breeds, such as Boxers, Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, and Shih Tzus. This is generally thought to be due to overcrowding of teeth and sometimes abnormal position of teeth in smaller/shorter jaws.

3. Besides periodontal disease causing painful issues in your pet’s oral cavity, it can also cause damage to the heart, liver, and kidneys!

11/08/2024

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09/08/2024

We have had the pleasure of hosting Summer for work experience this week at Beachside Veterinary Hospital and she has been an absolute star. Summer has been helping to care for the patients, asking lots of questions and lending a hand to our team whenever she could. We all wish her the best of luck with whatever path she decides to follow in the future.

08/08/2024

Short dated weight management food sale. 15% discount off normal price. Delicate Care brand, hypoallergenic range of food. Available until sold out.

07/08/2024

It seems our “guess the number of teeth” dental month competition post is attracting some hacked responses. Please do not click on any links sent to you. We will never respond to your answers on the post but will announce the winner at the end of each week

To celebrate animal dental month, we are holding a weekly guess the number of lollies…. We are here to look after our pa...

07/08/2024

01/08/2024

🎥. A quick look at our dental scale and polish procedure! 🦷

Stay tuned for more information and insights into dental hygiene throughout dental month at Beachside Vets! 🪥

31/07/2024

August is dental month however here at Beachside we believe its dental month, every month! 🐾

That's right, our furry friends' dental health is important all year round!

So let's spread awareness and make sure our pets' pearly whites are in tip-top shape. 👌

Don't forget to schedule those regular dental cleanings and maybe even treat your pet to some delicious dental-friendly treats.

Let's keep those puppy breaths fresh and those kitty smiles bright! 😁

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27/07/2024

How cute is Scooby?!

Scooby came in for a short hospital stay this week after injuring his neck.. after X-rays 🩻 pain relief 💊 rest 💤 and LOTS of cuddles, he was given the all clear to return home 🏠

25/07/2024

Did you know that your pets don't have to live with joint discomfort? 🦴😖

As your pets grow older, there is an increased chance of joint concerns arising. You may notice that they struggle getting up, jumping or climbing stairs, appear stiff in their movements, avoid exercise and playtime, or even act out when touched or picked up.
The good news is, supplements can make a huge improvement to their overall mobility and comfort. And, if you haven't noticed any of these symptoms, they can also be used as a preventative.
That's why we'd love to tell you more about 4CYTE™, a scientifically proven once-daily joint treatment.

How can 4CYTE™ help?

🐾 4CYTE™ addresses stiffness plus lack of willingness to jump, run or play.

🐾 It reduces pain and inflammation rather than just addressing the symptoms, by targeting the underlying causes associated with acute joint injury and osteoarthritis.

🐾 It supports healing after a joint injury or operation.

🐾 It improves and maintains healthy joints at any stage of life.

More benefits.......

🐾 Complements prescription joint pain treatments.

🐾 Not only is it endorsed by veterinarians like us, but surgeons too.

🐾 Safe to take long-term.

🐾 Even if you have a fussy cat, the formula is highly palatable. It can simply be mixed in with your cat's wet food.

🐾 For large and giant dog breeds with higher risk of developing joint issues, consider using 4CYTE™ as a protective and preventative measure against joint damage.

‼️‼️ 5% off any 4CYTE™ product* ‼️‼️

Our online retail partner PetPA is offering 5% off your 4CYTE™ order, plus you'll also receive free shipping!*

USE CODE: 4CYTE5

24/07/2024

We love our puppy and adolescent classes with Canine Training School 🐾😍

23/07/2024

Take a look at this gorgeous before and after photo of beautiful Matilda!

Matilda came in for a pamper and walked out looking like an absolute diva 👩‍🎤 🎀

18/07/2024

🎉 Happy show weekend! 🎉

Just a friendly reminder that we are closed tomorrow 19/07/2024 for the Cairns show.

We will resume our normal trading hours on Saturday (9.00-12.00) and Monday from 8-5.30pm.

For emergencies, please contact 24/7 Emergency Vets on 07 4015 3459

We hope you all enjoy the long weekend full of fun and games 🥰

11/07/2024

IS MY DOG FAT?? ....More often than not we come across dogs that are indeed overweight. Different breed of dogs will have different body shapes and sizes. For example a greyhound is skinny and their ribs are very visible. Where as a British bulldog is more stocky and compact in body shape.
We as pet owners need to make sure our dogs are kept at a healthy weight.
Just like humans, dogs that are overweight are more susceptible to having health issues. Excess weight can lead to osteoarthritis and spinal issues, diabetes, urinary issues and heart issues like cognitive heart failure.
Dogs that are over weight have a poor quality of life and lower life expectancy.

Tips to help your dog loose weight is reducing the amount of treats, switching to a weight management food brand, exercise every day, reducing the amount of food and adding no starch vegetables like carrots into their daily meals.

If you would have any questions please call the clinic on 4057 8677 or if you would like to track your dogs weight loss journey, feel free to come into clinic and weight them weekly.

09/07/2024

Hey friends, did you know that today is Australian National Kitten Day? 🐱 It's a day dedicated to celebrating these cute and furry creatures and raising awareness about their well-being. As a stress free cat loving clinic, this day holds a special place in our hearts. ❤️

Let's take a moment to appreciate all the love, joy, and entertainment that our feline friends bring into our lives. Whether you're a proud cat parent or simply admire them from afar, today is the puuurfect day to show some love to these purrfect creatures. 😻

But let's not forget, with the increase in kitten and cat ownership, there is also a rise in abandoned and neglected felines. So let's use this day to spread awareness about responsible pet ownership and the importance of adoption. 🙏🏼

So join us in sharing a cute picture of your cat or a heartwarming story about a kitten you've rescued. Let's make this day all about celebrating and protecting these precious little beings. 🎉

📸: Bobbie- Dr Ellie | Gracie- Nurse Liana | Cora- Nurse Kali

08/07/2024

📣‼️🚨CUTENESS OVERLOAD! 🚨‼️📣

Millie and Rudy recently came in for their puppy vaccinations!

These beautiful 12 week old Great Dane X pups are being fostered through North Qld Animal Rescue Inc. and patiently awaiting their forever home!

Contact NQAR if you would like to enquire about these gorgeous puppies 🩷💙

05/07/2024

BRAVECTO QUANTUM has arrived and we are really excited about this new FLEA & TICK preventative for your much loved pooch.
If your dog is 6 mths or older we can give your dog the Bravecto Quantum injection and it will prevent fleas and ticks including the nasty Paralysis Tick for 1 year..

If you have a large breed puppy it’s best to wait until they are fully grown before having Bravecto Quantum.

That’s right 1 injection lasts 1 year.

Call us on 4057 8677 or book online through our webpage to make an appointment.
We look forward to seeing you all..

04/07/2024

Let’s talk worms…. 🪱🐶🐱

The symptoms of intestinal worms in dogs and cats can vary a lot depending on the age and condition of your pet and the type of worm it’s infected with.

Here are some of the most common signs to watch out for:

💩 Itchy bottom
🪱 Visible worms in faeces
😴 Lethargy
💧 Diarrhoea
🤮 Vomiting
🍽️ Changes in appetite and weight loss
😷 Coughing
🎈 Bloating

Contact our friendly staff today, who will answer any questions regarding your pets intestinal health. 🩺

We provide a wide range of services and preventatives and can provide you and your pet with the best care. 🐾 ♥️

Address

3/4 Maisel Close
Cairns, QLD
4878

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8am - 5:30pm
Friday	8am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+61740578677

Website

http://www.beachsidevets.com.au/

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🎥. A quick look at our dental scale and polish procedure! 🦷 Stay tuned for more information and insights into dental hygiene throughout dental month at Beachside Vets! 🪥 #cairnsvets #beachsidevets #dental #hygiene #dogdental #dentaldisease #catdental #oralhealth

Miela enjoying the treat during her appointment 🐾🩷

Pamper princess! 🎀🥰 Matilda recently came into the hospital for a full groom 🐾🫧🎀 This little lady quite enjoyed the blow dry. #beachsideveterinaryhospital #northernbeaches #beachside #veterinaryclinic #animalgrooming #grooming #beachsidegrooming

Sometimes all you need a good cuddle 🥰 Ragnar recently came into the hospital for a dental. He was an absolute cuddle bug and loved the attention from the staff. He left with clean pearly whites and fresh breath 🦷✨ More than 85% of dogs and cats over four years old have some form of periodontal disease. Booking your pets in when you first notice changes with their teeth will prevent them from loosing their teeth to gum disease, or periodontal disease. #beachsideveterinaryhospital #beachside #northernbeaches #veterinaryclinic #dentaldisease #dentaldiseases #periodontaldisease #dogdental

THE POSTER PUP WINNER IS.......TILLY!🐾 Congrats Dee Hanby your little sausage is the winner 🥳🎉

Welcome to Beachside Veterinary Hospital, come on in…. Our purpose-built facility features separate cat and dog areas, consultation rooms, and a tranquil outdoor space for patients who prefer a more relaxed environment. 🐾🌿 Our fully equipped hospital offers diagnostic, medical, dental, and surgical services to ensure the well-being of your furry family members. 🔬🩻🩺💉 Book an appointment today by calling 📞 07 4057 8677 or head to our website 💻https://beachsidevets.com.au/ #beachsideveterinaryhospital #beachside #northernbeaches #cairnsvet #veterinarymedicine #veterinaryclinic #pets #happydogs #happycats

At Beachside our new puppy consultations are warm and welcoming. We strive to ensure all new puppies feel happy and stress free. The first interaction sets the standard way for future consultations. We provide the owner with a wealth of information regarding vaccination protocols and what preventative options are available for their puppy. All puppies get a take home goodie bag with information flyers and some samples. 🐾 Little Tilly was super brave in her appointment and loved the snuggles from Dr Cate. 🐶 #cairnsvet #beachsidevets #beachsideveterinaryhospital #animalhospital #newpuppy #newpuppylove #newpuppycheck #minidaschund #minidachshunds #minidachshundpuppy

Beachside Veterinary Hospital is equipped to conduct a range of diagnostic procedures and investigative examinations. Our dedicated diagnostics lab provides in-house haematological analysis. We also offer medical imaging with x-ray and ultrasound. 📷 Lil the Chihuahua is having an ultrasound performed by Dr Cate. #cairnsvet #beachsidevets #beachsideveterinaryhospital #ultrasound #blooddiagnostics #diagnostics #DiagnosticImaging

Our Outdoor Consultation Area 🌿🐾 Stress free and comfortable for those dogs that are a little nervous for their appointments.

Poppy the little English staffie loves to come in to the hospital. 🐶 Her tail never stops and is always up for a cuddle… or ten. 🥰 The team at Beachside love watching our little patients grow up. 🐶 📸: Veterinarian Brooke with Poppy

📷: Shelly sneaking a treat while her sister gets her vaccines. 😆

🐾 Meet Mali 🐾 Mali recently came into the hospital for fluid therapy and blood work. 💧🩺 She quite enjoyed her stay in the seperate cattery and was very relaxed. Here’s a video of her kneading away! 🥰 #beachsidevets #cairnsvets #vetnurse #veterinaryhospital #fluidtherapy #cats #ragdollcat

Welcome to the new Beachside Veterinary Hospital! We look forward to seeing all of our clients and their pets walk through the door! #beachsidevets #vets #cairnsvet #veterinarian #veterinaryhospital #hospital #smallanimalmedicine #smallanimals #veterinarycare #veterinarynurse #veterinaryclinic #veterinarysurgeon

Tilly is living her best life! Tilly has a history of hind limb stiffness, tremors and muscle deterioration. Previously she received monthly Cartrophen injections to aid in treating her arthritis but has now been on Beransa for three months. Tilly is now able to run, swim and enjoy walks again. The team at Beachside are blown away by Tilly’s results. We are so happy to see her comfortable and able to exercise and live her life pain free.

🐾 The Ultimate Distraction! 🐾 This little pup, now named Sparky, recently came into the clinic for his vaccinations. As you can see he was loving the lick mat and did not notice his needles. 💉 Lick mats are a great way to mentally stimulate your dog. They are also a boredom buster that can help sooth your dogs anxiety. 🥰 Does your dog have a lick mat at home? #beachsidevets #cairnsvet #vets #pets #happydoglife #dogenrichmentideas #dogenrichmentactivities #dogenrichment

🐾 Meet Pup 🐾 Pup (who is still waiting for a name) recently came into the clinic for his routine puppy vaccines where he received his FREE Heartworm injection. 💉 This promo is running until the end of May 2023. Comment your name suggestions for this little guy! #beachsidevets #cairnsvets #dog #puppyvaccine #puppyvaccines

Rub-A-Dub-Dub 🫧🛁🧼 Here is a little clip of Dolce enjoying her medicated bath. Dolce gets regular medicated baths to sooth her skin from mild allergies. #beachsidevets #cairnsvet #vets #dog #medicatedbathtime #medicatedshampo #medicatedshampoofordog #malesebshampoo #malesebmedicatedbaths

Reggie the Goldfish 🐟 Reggie had a lump on his dorsal fin that required removal because it was causing him to swim lop sided. The surgery went extremely well and Reggie has made a full recovery. He is now back at home in his fish tank. #beachsidevets #cairnsvet #vets #veterinarymedicine #goldfish #animalsurgery #animalsurgeries #smallanimalvet #smallanimalclinic #smallanimalmedicine

Par-retty parrot !🦜 LOOK AT THOSE COLOURS 🥰🦜 This little turquoise parrot was bought into the clinic with a sore leg. After close examination, it was determined that this little lady had managed to get her leg caught while playing in her branches at home, causing minor damage. #beachsidevets #vets #cairnsvet #pets #parrot #parrotlife #turquoiseparrot #turquoiseparrots

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Our Story

After graduating with honours from the University of Sydney in 1994 Cate moved to Northern Victoria to work in a mixed dairy practice. She worked there for the next 3 years developing her skills in both small and large animal medicine and surgery. It was here she met her husband. At the beginning of 1998 they moved to the United Kingdom where Cate worked as a locum in a variety of small and mixed practices for almost 2 years gaining broad experience and exposure to varying techniques. On her return to Australia she was invited to become a partner in the Northern Victorian practice where she had worked as a new graduate. At that time a branch practice was purchased which became Cate’s “baby” and with the assistance of dedicated staff it grew into a strong performing practice in its own right. Throughout the past 17 years Cate has done all the required continuing education plus extra study in both small animal surgery and ultrasonography. In 2011 she completed a 4 year Masters degree in small animal practice through Murdoch University in Peth. During this period she and her husband have been raising 3 beautiful daughters and their family dog “Kevin the Kelpie”. In 2015 following the devastating ANZAC Day earthquake Cate volunteered to travel to Nepal to be one of only three experienced cattle vets to be in the country to provide veterinary support for the sacred animals which represent the backbone of Nepalese society. It was the most professionally rewarding experience of her career and she hopes to be able to do more volunteering in the future. Cate and her family have taken the lifestyle decision to move north to avoid the cold weather of Victoria and after six months working in a local clinic she recognises she has something different to offer taking advantage of her broad experience, her commitment to professionalism and the latest techniques. Cate projects a bright and cheery manner and has a strong passion for animal care and support for clients. She will always strive for the best outcome for both owner and pet. Having a fully equipped clinic to back up the mobile service, Beachside Veterinary Services offers all the benefits of a standard clinic (surgery, hospitalisation, radiology, laboratory services etc) without the inconvenience and stress of necessarily having to transport your pet to the clinic for routine examinations.