Gilgandra Veterinary Clinic

24/08/2024

FROM THE HORSE’S MOUTH
Unlike humans, a horse’s teeth continue to erupt throughout their life. The continual eruption helps to combat their grazing, however when their teeth aren’t worn down, problems can arise.
Sharp enamel points can be seen in horses as young as 2 years old. If left untreated, this can damage their cheeks and tongue, leading to performance issues.
Make sure that your horse has regular exam to help them keep comfortable and perform to the best of their abilities.

22/08/2024

More than meets the eye!
Plaque is invisible and a mature plaque biofilm can form in as little as 48 hours after a dental procedure! Just like humans, our pets require regular dental homecare. Daily brushing, with a pet specific toothpaste, is the gold standard of care. However, we understand that for some pets this may be difficult – talk to our team today about a personalised dental homecare plan tailored to your pet!

18/08/2024

We are in the full swing of Dental Month this August!

🦷 Bad breath, drooling and tooth discolouration can all be early signs of dental disease.
🪥 Dental diets, toothbrushes and water supplements can all help to reduce the build-up of plaque and bacteria. But once tartar is set on the teeth, it can be very difficult to remove.
🐾Scaling and polishing your animal’s teeth is the best way to reduce any pre- existing dental disease and can help get your pet on their way to a fresh breath and healthier teeth!
See the results for yourself!
📞 Book a consult or FREE dental check on 6847 1129 ☎️

15/08/2024

Lift the lip!
Do you check your pet’s teeth at home regularly? Gently lifting your pet’s lip to monitor for tartar build up on teeth, inflammation around the gums or bad breath can greatly improve your pet’s dental health. Early detection of periodontal disease, daily homecare and regular professional cleaning is the best way to keep our beloved pet’s teeth and mouth healthy.
For more information about your pet’s dental health, contact us to book a dental health check today!
Phone 0268471129
See http://gilgandravets.com/articles/ for more info on boking dental cleaning for your pet

12/08/2024

Is your pet overdue for their needles? Is a bit itchy? Or needs a check over?
We are heading to Gular THIS THURSDAY!
Make sure to call the clinic on 6847 1129 to book an appointment today!

08/08/2024

Don’t wait till it’s too late!
Often you won’t be able to see (or smell) dental disease until it is in the advanced stages. At this point the damage is irreversible and may require tooth extraction or advanced dentistry treatment to try and save the teeth. Booking your pet in for regular dental checks ensures that any dental abnormalities and periodontal disease is detected early enough for prophylactic treatment.
For more information about your pet’s dental health, contact us on 0268471129 to book a dental health check today!

04/08/2024

August is PET DENTAL MONTH
Bringing dental awareness to the mouths of pets in the Gilgandra District
Did you know:
1. Dental disease is the most common disease we see in the consult room!
2. Up to 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have dental disease by the age of 2
3. Smaller breed dogs have a much higher incidence of dental disease
4. Dog breath is not a thing – most likely your pet has plaque (the soft mush of food debris and bacteria that eventually becomes tartar)
5. The persuasive statement most likely to be met with incredulous laughter is….. “The gold standard to preventing dental disease is to brush your pet’s teeth with a toothbrush” 🤣
So, given the statistics – there’s a high chance your pet is afflicted with dental disease!!
If you have don’t have enough spare hours in the day for tooth brushing (or you do and would like some tips) then visit our website www.gilgandravets.com/articles/ for options on how to manage dental disease in our pets.
Let’s keep those happy smiles healthy and preserve those 42 (d) teeth for your pet’s lifetime.

09/07/2024

21/06/2024

DOES YOUR PET NEED A HAND THIS WINTER?
Osteoarthritis can be a debilitating condition in our animals, particularly in the cooler months. So tackle it head on with a few helpful tips from Gilgandra Vet Clinic!
If some extra TLC isn't quite doing the trick, let us help you get your pet back on all fours!
Call Gilgandra Vet Clinic on 6847 1129 to book an appointment to help those aching joints this winter!

23/04/2024

😫😤
AND AGAIN…. Phones not working. Hopefully will be back up shortly. In the mean time please call 0427471129.

Happy hump day!! 🐶❤️🐶

15/04/2024

***😀🙏A big thankyou to those farm clients who have jumped on our farm run service. We appreciate your understanding of the requirements and the respectful manner in which you have been involved. 🐮🐷🐑✅***
I hope it has been a great opportunity to meet Lucy and Elzeth or to catch up with Carola or myself.
We hope to continue helping you met the animal health needs of your enterprise (in an efficient and legal manner) 😁
Visit http://gilgandravets.com/blank/ if you have any questions about these visits.
For those still thinking, we are doing a run out to the following locations on the listed dates:
16th April Warrumbungle Area
18/4 Gular/Curban/Armatree Area.
24/4 Balladoran/Eumungerie/Mogriguy Area
Mendooran/Collie/Tooraweenah to be confirmed based on further interest.
Phone 68471129 to be involved!!

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29/03/2024

WINNERS ARE GRINNERS
These puppies are smiling from ear to ear! You know why? Because they have just been vaccinated!
All dogs great and small should be vaccinated to protect them from a range of diseases – most importantly Parvovirus!
Without adequate immunity, ANY dog of ANY age can succumb to Parvovirus. The virus lingers in the environment and can strike when you least expect it.
Vaccination is a VERY effective way of ensuring your dog is protected against Parvo when they are exposed to the virus in the environment.
Puppies as young as 6 weeks should be vaccinated, requiring 2-3 boosters before they have adequate immunity. Most adults will only require a vaccination every 3 years!
If you are not sure of your dog’s vaccination status, phone the clinic on 6847 1129.
IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO VACCINATE!

26/03/2024

🐾 Unlocking the Code: Veterinary Drug Scheduling 📋
Just like in human medicine, animal medications have their own rulebook. 🐶🐱 Veterinary drug scheduling is the key to safe and effective treatment for our furry friends! Here's a quick rundown:
🔑 Schedule 2: Handle with care! Only licensed pros like vets or pharmacists can access these meds.
🔑 Schedule 3: Need advice? These therapeutic substances require professional guidance for proper use.
🔑 Schedule 4: From antibiotics to pain relief, these meds need a written prescription from a pro.
🔑 Schedule 5: Poisonous substances for domestic use, available to the public but handled with caution!
🔑 Schedule 6: Agricultural and vet purposes, accessible to all.
🔑 Schedule 7: Extra precautions needed! These substances are exceptionally hazardous.
🔑 Schedule 8: Highly addictive substances under strict control.
By following these rules, vets ensure our furry pals get the right treatment without unnecessary risks. 🛡️ For expert advice on Schedule 4 meds and specialised care, reach out to Gilgandra Veterinary Clinic at 68471129. 📞Or visit our website for more information on drug scheduling http://gilgandravets.com.au/blank/ 😉 Let's keep our animal friends safe and healthy! 🐾

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22/03/2024

There is no better feeling than finishing off a delicious meal. Unless you have dental disease!
80% of dogs and 70% of cats have some form of dental disease in their lifetime. If your pet has bad breath, difficulty eating or dirty teeth they have signs of dental disease!
If severe enough, mouth infections can spread to the rest of the body, making your pet quite unwell.
Fortunately, dental disease is PREVENTABLE! Management options such as toothbrushes and special dental diets and treats can help prevent dental disease. But sometimes, they may need extra attentions with surgical extraction and cleaning.
If your concerned about your pet’s bad breath, get in touch with us on 6847 1129.
Let us help you get on top of your pets oral health!

15/03/2024

WHAT’S THE GO WITH BRUCO?
You may have heard the terms ‘Brucellosis testing’ and ‘Brucellosis accreditation’ being used on stud and commercial sheep properties around Gilgandra.
Ovine Brucellosis or ‘Bruco’ is a bacterial disease of sheep characterised by ram infertility and foetal losses in ewes. It is estimated that Brucellosis may exist in 15-60% of untested ram flocks in Australia.
So, what could Brucellosis testing mean for you?
By testing and reducing brucellosis on your property you can:
- Improve lamb marking percentages
- Tighten lambing periods and;
- Reduce the culling of genetically valuable sheep
Hence improving the reproductive productivity of your flock!
At Gilgandra Veterinary Clinic, we are accredited to inspect your properties and test your flocks through the Ovine Brucellosis Accreditation Scheme. With a series of 1-3 yearly blood tests and palpations, we can ensure that your flock is on its way to Brucellosis eradication.
If you think your flock is due for reaccreditation or want to take the first steps to become accredited, call the clinic on 6847 1129.

13/03/2024

YOU HEAR THAT?!
Gilgandra Veterinary Clinic are out pregnancy testing your cattle!
We can accurately and effectively diagnose pregnant cattle as early as 8 weeks.
So why should you Preg test your cattle?
It aids decision making on:
- Which cows are repeatedly poor performers and hence, who to cull
- Where to allocate supplementary feed
- When to look out for heifers and cows calving
Whilst also identifying:
- Internal and external problems that may need addressing in your livestock
- Weakness in reproductive performance and areas for improvement
So, you can see there are a lot of ways that pregnancy testing can help optimise your livestock performance!
We also offer PREGCHECK tail tagging to assure cattle buyers are purchasing accurately tested cattle for a premium price.
If it is time for you to get your cattle into ship-shape. Give the clinic a call on 6847 1129.

06/03/2024

😫😫Phone issues AGAIN!!!! Please call 0427471129 while we got it sorted.

Photo for calming effect - hoping it works at your end too 😊😅

06/03/2024

*** STRONGYLES UNDER THE SCOPE ***
Internal parasites are one of the most important health challenges facing our sheep flocks, so we need to keep vigilant against Barber’s Pole Worm (Haemonchus contortus) and other intestinal worms.
The mainstay of most worm treatments is the use of oral drenches, however there is a rise in the number of parasites becoming resistance to our common drenches.
Worm egg counts remain the best tool in identifying worm burdens AND resistant drenches.
We recommend collecting a SMALL REPRESENTATIVE volume of poo before drenching and again TWO WEEKS after drenching. This allows us to compare faecal egg counts and ensure that your flock’s worms are not resistant to the treatments you use.
Make sure your drench kills worms dead the first time!
Drop a sample into the clinic today!

26/02/2024

****Today’s the day dog owners!!! ****

YEP! We’re banging on about it!! 😮
PARVO’s about and we are wanting to help you help your favourite four legged friends! Sooo…
*** BOOK A C3 vaccination for your dog to be given on Thursday 29th February and receive a 10% discount ***

To make a bookings or for more info phone the clinic on 0268471129 between 8.30am and 5.30pm or PM us.

16/02/2024

After a run of PARVOVIRUS cases in OLDER DOGS this post comes as a timely reminder that whilst parvo is more common in younger dogs due to their lower immunity it is not always that selective.
A dog of any age without adequate immunity can succumb to parvovirus infection. The virus can survive very well in the environment so that you can never be sure your dog won’t come in contact with it. Vaccination is a very effective way of ensuring your dog has adequate immunity if they are faced with the virus in their day to day activities.
Puppies (aged 6 - 16 weeks) require 1 - 3 doses of vaccination depending on their age. A booster vaccination is the required 12 months later. Many of the modern vaccines then move to 3 yearly intervals but be sure to check when your pets booster is due as different vaccine
brands will carry different intervals.
Feel free to phone the clinic on 68471129 if you would like to check your dogs vaccination status. 😅😁🐶

22/12/2023

🎄 Christmas and New Years clinic trading hours 🎄

Saturday 23rd Dec - CLOSED
Sunday 24th Dec - CLOSED
Christmas Monday - CLOSED
Boxing Day - CLOSED
Wednesday 27th Dec - Open 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 28th Dec - Open 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 29th Dec - Open 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 30th Dec - CLOSED
Sunday 31st Dec - CLOSED
Monday 1st January - CLOSED

For after hours emergencies please call - 0427 471 129

Wishing all of our fabulous clients a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎄✨

20/12/2023

ITS HAPPENED AGAIN!!!
We have NO PHONES TODAY thanks to last night storm 😡
Please contact us on the mobile number
*** 0427471129. ***

Bella’s gone back to bed as a consequence 🤦‍♀️

06/12/2023

Are you missing a bracelet? We have found one in our car park on Monday. Can be collected at the clinic between 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday.

03/12/2023

Our wonderful vets will be heading to Gulargambone for our monthly visit on the 21st of December.
Please call 02 6847 1129 to make a booking 🐶🐱

01/12/2023

Our monthly Tooraweenah visit will be held on the 19th of December, one week later than our usual week.
To make a booking please call our clinic on 02 6847 1129 ☎️

13/10/2023

❤️ HAPPY VET NURSE DAY!!! ❤️
You mightn’t always see them but behind every great case is a dedicated, caring, hard working, tolerant, compassionate vet nurse giving your pet the attention, care and comfort it needs through out its veterinary journey. Thankyou Danielle, Leslee, Fiona, Nic, Sara, Rebekah, Amelia and Connor for the tireless hard work you do xoxo

02/10/2023

What a great charity to support - Well done Sara!!

Together, we can help create better mental health for all.

03/08/2023

🚨August Gulargambone Visit 🚨

Our next monthly Gulargambone visit is scheduled for Thursday the 17th of August. For all bookings please contact the clinic on 02 6847 1129. 🐾

28/06/2023

To our wonderful clients….
Sending you all a request to wrap your animals in cotton wool for the next 2 weeks as we will be down to a skeleton staff.
Nursing staff will be available Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday’s for bookings advice and assistance with your animal husbandry. The fabulous (and very pregnant 🤰) Carola will be available for Veterinary consults on Thursday’s and Friday’s.
Unfortunately during this time we will be unable to offer an after hours service hence the cotton wool request!
In an emergency can we ask you to contact your closest available clinic.

Thankyou for your loyalty, support and understanding during this time 😊

23/06/2023

What a fabulous week we’ve had sharing our workplace with the wonderful Year 10 Gilgandra High school student Tess Rogers!
Vet nurse extraordinaire 🐶🐕‍🦺🐾🐱🐈‍⬛🐴