Oxenford Veterinary Surgery

09/09/2024

What a life 🐾🫶🏼
Happy Monday!!!!

04/09/2024

28/08/2024

Oxenford Vet Surgery Raffle - to help Dr Chris fundraise

1st Prize - $400 Woolworths Voucher
2nd Prize - $200 Oxenford Vet Voucher
3rd Prize - $100 Royal Canin Voucher (can only be used in Oxenford Vet Surgery)

For entries:
In surgery - $5 per ticket or $20 for 5 tickets
Online - visit https://2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/christopher-dixon and make sure to leave your contact details so we can pop the tickets in for you - donations are in British Pounds so tickets online are £2.50 or £10 for 5 tickets

28/08/2024

In April 2025, Dr Chris will be running the London Marathon in support of a British Charity called Mencap.

Mencap provides support for people with learning disabilities and their families. Dr Chris has chosen this particular charity as his nephew Arthur (pictured) who he holds very close to his heart has Down's Syndrome.

Over the coming months, we will be running competitions and special offers to help Dr Chris fundraise. Keep your eyes peeled on our page and newsletter for upcoming events.

We are currently running a raffle - information will be posted in a separate post.

We also have a donation box in our front reception and any donation is welcome and very much appreciated

01/08/2024

😁 SAY CHEESE! 😁
It’s August! Which means for the entire month all dental scale and polish’s are 15% off! 🪥🦷

To book an appointment or if you have any questions please call us on (07) 5573 1414.
Be quick to book as spots are limited 😸

Please note; if your pet requires any extractions this will be an additional charge and the 15% discount ONLY applies to the clean! We look forward to seeing you all 🐶🐱

21/07/2024

**Update**
We are back up and running now! Thank you for your patience

We are experiencing phone issues this morning and only have one incoming and working line. We apologise in advance if we are unable to get to your call straight away. We are working on having this sorted as soon as possible

09/07/2024

Missing smooches because of smelly breath?

Your pet might just be in need of a dental check!

August is dental month - book in for your pets dental procedure the month of August to receive a 15% discount!

This one can’t be missed 📢 call us today on 5573 1414 to secure your pets spot!!!

**T&C’s Apply**

03/07/2024

It’s here!!!!!
The product you have all been waiting for, BRAVECTO QUANTUM

A revolutionary, once-a-year injection that gives the power to deliver 12 months of uninterrupted flea and paralysis tick protection - for the first time, you’re in control

Don’t walk, run!!!!

Call us today on 5573 1414 to enquire

16/06/2024

If anyone has any information please let us know!

12/06/2024

We have hit that time once again where we have had to allow Dr Chris some vacation time.
Dr Chris will be leaving his favourite team and valued clients and patients from 17/6 until 17/7.
We will have a wonderful Locum vet called Dee with us during this time, as well as our regulars, Dr Wittey and Dr Tamara 🐶🐱

04/06/2024

MISSING
3.5 year old male Ragdoll cat

Is desexed and microchipped

If sighted or found please give us a call on 5573 1414

01/06/2024

First day of Winter ❄️

Here’s some cute photos to warm you up 🥰

25/05/2024

It’s a weekly round up of all the cute fur baby’s who visited us this week 💙🐶

Can you spot your fur baby?

See you all again from 8am Monday!!

18/05/2024

Yet another busy week in clinic 👨🏻‍⚕️🩺
Here are some of the cuties that have visited us 😻💞

Have a safe weekend and see you all again from 8am Monday!

03/05/2024

FOUND CAT - OXENFORD - 2/5/24 sadly deceased
California Dve, Flushing Meadows, Ragdoll cat
(photo held by Admin)
will be taken to Oxenford vet in morning if owner not found

Vanessa Ja messaged.
California and Flushing Meadows Oxenford tonight found Ragdoll cat no collar deceased.

26/03/2024

The easter long weekend is almost here!
We all know that with easter, comes chocolate and hot cross buns - delicious!!
It is important to be aware of the toxicity that comes with these delicious treats when it comes to our companions.
Chocolate, specifically milk and dark chocolate. If your furry friend happens to steal a treat for themselves, don't panic right away! You can find an online chocolate toxicity calculator that will help you determine if the amount of chocolate consumed is of anything to be worried about. If you feel that the amount of chocolate eaten is a lot, it is always best to head straight to your closest clinic or emergency centre.
Of course, you're always welcome to call us when we are open, or your local emergency centre.
Hot cross buns contain sultanas, which are very toxic to our pets. If you suspect that your pet has eaten a hot cross bun, or anything containing sultanas/raisins, phone us or any local clinic as soon as possible.
You can find our opening hours pinned to the top of our page.
Have a safe and happy weekend!

06/02/2024

UPDATE - REUNITED (owner on way)
thanks for sharing.

FOUND FEMALE DOG - UPPER COOMERA - 6/2/24
At Oxenford Vet Surgery, Cottonwood Place
Phone 5573 1414. Proof of ownership WILL be required.

VET MESSAGED: Just had a little Shih Tzu handed in to us at Oxenford Vet Surgery. She is desexed and microchipped. The number on the chip is disconnected and is registered to Arundel so we have no way to contact the owner. She was found in Upper Coomera near Abraham Road. She’s staying the night with us and then will go to the Pound tomorrow morning.

30/01/2024

🐾 Cat vaccines are back in stock! 🐾

If you had received a vaccine reminder from us we are able to take bookings again.
Please give us a call on 5573 1414 if you have any questions 🐈‍⬛

10/01/2024

🐾 🐈‍⬛ Cat Vaccine Shortage 🐈‍⬛ 🐾

As a lot of you may be aware, there is a nation wide shortage of the F3 vaccinations currently. We have been told that we may have them back in April at the earliest.

We will still be sending out reminders to all clients as a courtesy but are unable to make any bookings until we have vaccines back in stock.

We will be posting updates to our page as we receive them.

27/12/2023

POWER IS BACK!
Business as usual tomorrow. Thank you for your patience today

26/12/2023

CLOSED
Due to the power outage in Oxenford, we have had to make the decision to remain closed for today. We apologise for any inconvenience.

07/12/2023

Dr Chris did it! 25km run completed at the GC50 on Sunday.

Chris managed to raise over $3000 for Down Syndrome QLD! Chris would like to thank you all for the support towards this amazing cause.

The donation page is still open for any last minute donations if you would like to contribute https://www.mycause.com.au/p/319491/chris-at-oxenford-vet-surgery-running-for-down-syndrome-qld

12/10/2023

✨ Happy Vet Nurse Day ✨

The second Friday of October is to celebrate and show our appreciation to all the amazing vet nurses who work hard taking care of the clinic, and most importantly taking care of all the animals that come through!

THANK YOU 💕 🐾

07/10/2023

An accurate scale 🐾

01/10/2023

Just a friendly reminder that we are closed on Monday the 2nd for the King’s Birthday public holiday. We reopen from 8am Tuesday the 3rd. 🐾

For any emergencies, please call AES in Carrara on 5559 1599. They are located on 104 Eastlake street, Carrara.

19/09/2023

✨How to search your pet for ticks ✨

Using your fingertips start feeling through the base of your pets coat all over. If you feel any bumps, separate the fur and inspect closer.

Starting at the head and working your way towards the back can ensure you are checking all over.

Ticks love to hide in warm and moist areas, make sure you don’t forget to check inside the ears, mouth, and in between the toes and foot pads.

Areas ticks are commonly found are around the head, neck/underneath the collar, inside their front legs and the groin area.

Check out the link below for more in-depth information on how to search for ticks and removal tips!

Ticks can cause serious and potentially fatal diseases in dogs. Take a look at everything you need to know, such as how to find ticks, how to remove a tick, and how to protect your dog.

08/09/2023

Ticks are out in full force so it's very important to ensure that your pet is up to date with their flea and tick prevention.

There are a range of products available to suit your pet's needs.

Nexgard Spectra is a once a month chew that will cover your dog for fleas, ticks, mites, heartworm and intestinal worms. Coming soon also is Nexgard Spectra spot on for cats, which will cover your cat for up to 8 weeks.

Bravecto chews protect your dog for 3 months, and Bravecto spot-on protects your dog for up to 6 months against fleas, ticks and mites.
For your cats there is Bravecto plus spot-on. This covers your cat for fleas, ticks, mites, heartworm, roundworm, and hookworm for up to 8 weeks.

These are only some examples of the wide range of products available to you.
If you have any questions or concerns about your pet, please don't hesitate to give our friendly staff a call.

27/08/2023

🐶 Retained Baby Teeth 🐶

Baby teeth that do not fall out during the first 6-9 months of life are called retained baby teeth or deciduous teeth.

Puppies have 28 baby or deciduous teeth that fall out during the first 6-9 months of life. This is to allow for room for the new adult teeth to grow. Adult dogs will have 42 permanent teeth. For this to happen naturally, the baby teeth roots must be resorbed in order for the tooth to become loose and fall out. Baby teeth that do not fall out are called retained deciduous or baby teeth. They form double rows of teeth, which can easily trap food between the teeth and double sets of tooth roots that can cause instability of the supporting gum tissue.

Retained baby teeth must be surgically removed under general anesthesia, to prevent dental problems such as:

🦷 Overcrowding
🦷 Plaque build-up
🦷 Poor jaw alignment

Early extraction means that the adult tooth can easily move into its correct position and prevent poor jaw alignment. Your veterinarian may suggest the removal of these retained baby teeth at the time of desexing.