Galston Veterinary Clinic

Galston Veterinary Clinic Veterinary Clinic - Large and Small Animals

Beau was such a happy chappy when visiting us recently Look at that smile 😀 🐶
16/07/2025

Beau was such a happy chappy when visiting us recently

Look at that smile 😀 🐶

July is National Desexing Month
15/07/2025

July is National Desexing Month

10/07/2025

Share share share our wildlife deserves better

Big Prince Silverback The Handsome says nooooooo to his adoring paparazzi!
10/07/2025

Big Prince Silverback The Handsome says nooooooo to his adoring paparazzi!

Last week we had the pleasure of welcoming Zara and Boris’ new family. What an adorable little bunch they are, we cannot...
09/07/2025

Last week we had the pleasure of welcoming Zara and Boris’ new family. What an adorable little bunch they are, we cannot wait to watch them grow 🥰

Zara and Boris are being such good little puppy parents 😍

06/07/2025

We are heartbroken to learn that a member of our Northern Rivers community has passed away after contracting Lyssavirus, & send our deepest condolences to his family & friends ♥️

We feel it’s important to dispel some myths about bats & Lyssavirus, to keep our community (human & wildlife) safe:
Myth 1. Lyssavirus is rabies:
🦠 Lyssavirus refers to a group of viruses that include Rabies & Australian bat lyssavirus (ABLV). Rabies is not present in Australia, but ABLV is. Symptoms and treatment for both are very similar.
Myth 2. All bats carry ABLV:
Less than 1% of Australian bats are estimated to carry ABLV, but the only way to test for the virus is via a brain sample from a deceased bat. It is therefore vital that any bat bite or scratch be considered potentially infected & immediate action is taken⚠️.
Myth 3. Bats are dirty, disease-ridden pests:
Flying foxes are one of Australia’s most vital pollinators- travelling up to 50km in a single night & assisting in the pollination of countless plant species. Without flying foxes, there would be no trees for other species such as owls & koalas 🐨. Flying foxes are affectionate, incredible parents, & very hygienic- cleaning themselves frequently 🧼.
Microbats are a 🦟 mosquito-magnet’s best friend- one microbat can eat half its bodyweight in insects in a single night (that’s 1000+ mosquitos/night)! They also live in colonies & prefer the quiet, private life 🏕️.

If you find an injured or unwell bat, 🛑DO NOT TOUCH IT❌. Keep all people & pets away & immediately call your local wildlife rescue organisation. A trained, vaccinated carer will be dispatched to safely rescue the bat & take it to a wildlife hospital 🏥.

‼️ ABLV is LETHAL if not attended to properly & immediately. There is NO CURE for ABLV. If a person or pet is bitten or scratched, they must seek immediate medical care. A doctor or vet will advise on the most appropriate course of post-exposure treatment based on the situation.

🦇Australia’s bats are under threat from habitat destruction, persecution & forced dispersal, human & pet conflicts, pollution & entanglement. It is vital that we protect these precious animals & replace fear with appreciation 🫶🏼.

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Galston, NSW

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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+61296531622

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