Hervey Bay Veterinary Surgery

02/09/2024

We have seen three kennel cough cases in the last couple of weeks. This is more than we would normally see. Given these statistics, we wanted to remind pet parents about the importance of kennel cough vaccination. KC vaccines are repeated annually, to ensure your dog stays at the maximum level of protection.

Facts about kennel cough:
- Symptoms are often coughing and gagging, bringing up foam or bile.
- Kennel cough is an infectious viral disease and spreads rapidly in environments where multiple dogs are housed.
- Your dog does not need to have been in a kennel to get kennel cough. They can get it from meeting another dog who has kennel cough or being in an area where a dog who has kennel cough has been.
- Kennel cough is more dangerous to young puppies and senior dogs.
- Kennel cough can be treated effectively but prevention is always better than a cure.

To check your dog's vaccination status or if you would like to book in, please call 4124 4679. Alternatively, you can book online any time https://www.herveybayvet.com/book-online-appointment/ -xc-appointment-type

19/08/2024

This is Dr. Nicole and ragdoll, "Ricky Bobby", practicing their eye safety while vet nurse, Demi, prepares his Phovia light therapy treatment. Each Phovia treatment only takes a few minutes, and we are seeing some good results.

Ricky Bobby is recovering from quite a big abscess, and we have been using light therapy to help the healing process.

If you have any questions about fluorescent light therapy, or if you think it may be something that your pet may benefit from, book an appointment to speak with our vets.

15/08/2024

Remember this cute Cocker Spaniel, who we posted a puppy pic of in March? Well... Baily is now a bigger boy and was very brave this week when he presented for his castration surgery. His big ears looked very funny in his Elizabethan collar after surgery.

15/08/2024

Dr. Nicole and Marina had an 'out of the ordinary' task at the start of this week when Splinter, the pet rat, required an ultrasound. With the smallest available probe, Nicole was able to have a closer look at a lump Splinter had presented for.

15/08/2024

If you really love domestic animals, the chances are, that you will have a healthy respect for our wildlife as well.

We have started to see quite a few baby possums and baby birds in clinic, which means it's the time of year where we all need to keep our native friends in mind.

Baby mammals, like the young brushtail possum in the picture, are starting to emerge from pouches and explore the world. This can sometimes land them in trouble.

Please be diligent and if you do see a dead pouched mammal, be brave and make sure there is no baby that needs some help. If there is, and you can safely remove it and transport it to your nearest vet, please do so. You may just save a life.

If you are unable to check or bring it to a clinic, enlist the help of a local wildlife service. Keep an eye on this page to learn some more about baby birds.

14/08/2024

This is beautiful Miss Chloe when she was recovering from her dental yesterday. Vet nurse, Marina, helped Dr. Nicole with her procedure and performed her dental xrays (shown in pictures), then made sure Chloe got plenty of cuddles when she was in recovery.

After her procedure, Chloe left us with a much whiter smile and much improved dental health. Her thoughtful Mum also bought some snacks for the team, which are always much appreciated.

12/08/2024

Fledglings are out and about again. Please read the shared post to brush up on your fledging info again.

It's the time of year when nestlings become fledglings. Meaning that baby birds are growing, getting better feather coverage and are leaving their nests. This results in humans finding more baby birds, who can't quite fly yet, on the ground.

The best chance a baby bird has of survival is with its parents, even if it is on the ground.

At this time of year, wildlife carers get inundated with baby birds who would actually be much better off with their parents.

If you find a fledgling on the ground, please try to leave it alone. In most cases, the parents will still care for their baby and protect it, despite it being on the ground.

If you are worried that it might be injured by domestic animals or traffic, we recommend using a bucket, ice cream container or box, lined with grass or leaves. Hang or secure the makeshift nest in the nearest tree to where you found the bird (on a low branch) and leave it alone. You can watch from a distance to make sure the parents are still tending to it.

Please give the parents a few hours, they may not return immediately.

Make sure you handle the baby as little as possible.

When should you bring it to the vet?
> If it is obviously injured or unwell.
> If it is in danger and are you are unable to make a safe spot for it.
> If you are sure that the parents are not tending to it.

Let's work together to give our fledglings the best chance and leave them alone where possible!

07/08/2024

We'd like to introduce everyone to one of our sweetest patients, Merlin. He came in to see us yesterday for a lump removal. Merlin was so brave that he earned himself one of our special bravery certificates.

The lump was on his chest, so he left with his very own superdog outfit, made by our lovely nurses.

Merlin is resting at home with his family and his staffy sister Onyx. We are hoping he has a speedy recovery.

06/08/2024

So that we can continue to provide the best care and most up to date advice for your pets, we need to make time to help our staff upskill and improve their knowledge.

We will be CLOSED tomorrow from 10:30am to 2:30pm for a clinic training session.

You are welcome to visit or call outside these times, but we will not be available during this short period. We thank you for your understanding.

06/08/2024

05/08/2024

04/08/2024

Too busy to call? You can now book a nail trim, a**l gland expression or a free dental check online with one of our lovely nurses. Just visit our website and follow the prompts.

https://www.herveybayvet.com/book-online-appointment/ -xc-appointment-type

01/08/2024

Just a friendly reminder of our current PAWSOME deals that are currently available:

- 10% OFF dental procedures until the end of August (not available for BFP members)

- FREE nurse dental checks (always available)

- NEW Big Bang canine annual health package, SAVE up to $120, when you get an annual vaccination, 12 monthly heartworm injection, 12 monthly flea and tick injection in the same visit (not available for BFP members)

- Best for Pet (BFP) wellness plan, free consultations and vaccinations, $250 off a dental procedure annually, 10% off parasite prevention, 24/7 VetChat

Which deal is right for your pet? Call 4124 4679 or book online https://www.herveybayvet.com/book-online-appointment/ -xc-appointment-type

31/07/2024

At Hervey Bay Vet Surgery we are trying to provide the best care for pets. At the same time, we understand that these are not easy times and pet care can be expensive. Providing the option of an annual package, may just help our pet parents afford the convenience of your dog being completely covered for 12 months.

Get $60 OFF when you choose the BIG BANG package:
Health check + nail trim (if needed)
Yearly vaccination (C5, C3 or Kennel Cough only - depending on what is due)
12 monthly heartworm injection
12 monthly flea and tick injection
PLUS Get 12 months of intestinal worming tablets FREE (valued at $20 to $60 depending on your dogs weight)

To book your dog in for this great deal or for more information, call 4124 4679. You can also conveniently book online through our website.
https://www.herveybayvet.com/book-online-appointment/ -xc-appointment-type

Conditions Apply.
This deal is not available for our Best for Pet members as they already receive amazing discounts.

P.S. We haven't forgotten the kitties. Watch this space for our senior health package... coming soon. This will be available for cats and dogs.

30/07/2024

When we speak to our clients about flea and tick prevention, a very common question is...
"Isn't there an injection for that?"
In the past the answer had always been. Unfortunately, there isn't.

We can finally say... "Yes, there is, and it lasts for 12 months."

For more information, please call 4124 4679.

30/07/2024

We wanted to provide our valued clients and their pooches with more nutritionally balanced diet options. We have added a Prime 100 fridge to our waiting room. Next time you are in clinic, check out our range of Prime 100 refrigerated rolls.

Our friendly team are always willing to help you with nutritional questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

30/07/2024

Too busy to call? You can now book a nail trim, a**l gland expression or free dental check online with one of our lovely nurses. Just visit our website and follow the prompts.

https://www.herveybayvet.com/book-online-appointment/ -xc-appointment-type

23/07/2024

It's Dental Month, which gives us a good excuse to talk about dental x-rays. Most patients who have a dental procedure at our clinic, will also have dental x-rays performed.

Why do we perform these?

Dental x-rays help us to assess the health of each tooth, including their roots. Dental x-ray can pick up problems with teeth that are hidden by the gums and problems that visual assessment and probing might miss.

Unlike humans, pets can't point out where the pain in their mouth is and sometimes show no signs of a sore tooth. Dental x-rays help us to make sure our checks are thorough and helps ensure that nothing is being missed.

DENTAL MONTH Special Offers:
- FREE dental checks (with our nurses)
- 10% off all dental procedures

22/07/2024

It's DENTAL month and we have some amazing deals for you!

If you have been concerned about your pet's dental health, now is the time to investigate.

Our nurses can do a FREE dental check to give you an idea of where your pet's dental health is at.

From July 15th to August 31st we are offering 10% OFF all dental procedures. Book in and save. Call 4124 4679 or book online.

This offer is not valid for our Best for Pet members as they receive this discount all year round, regardless of the promotion. To learn more about Best for Pet. Please visit our website https://www.herveybayvet.com/

16/07/2024

These beautiful babes visited us yesterday for routine care. As we all know... puppies love to chew. As soon as we placed their IV catheters, they decided that they might like to chew them out. So, on went the Elizabethan collars (bucket collars) to stop them. Once they'd decided that taking their IV's out, was no longer an option, a nap seemed like the next best plan.

14/07/2024

Has your dog or cat got bad breath? Are they showing signs that their teeth might be sore? Can you see plaque?

We offer FREE dental checks with our nurses. During a free nurse dental check, we can give you advice as to where your pets dental health is at and also whether you need to see a vet or not. We can also give some helpful tips on how to improve your pets oral hygiene.

Dental disease can be a serious problem and can lead to additional health concerns. Put your mind at ease today, phone 4124 4679.

10/07/2024

After seeing Smudge yesterday... see previous post. Just this morning we had a dog presented to us who was displaying tick paralysis symptoms.

After performing a tick clip, our team found this paralysis tick on the dog and tick paralysis treatment has commenced.

At this stage, we cannot reveal any extra details about this case but again, please be vigilant! Ticks are out and about at the moment. We highly recommend checking that your pet's prevention is up to date.

09/07/2024

You may hear people say that ticks are "not around" in the colder months. Smudge is a senior kitty who presented to us yesterday morning, after his owner was very vigilant and found this engorged paralysis tick on his neck. The tick was successfully removed, and Smudge went home under the watchful eye of his owner.

Paralysis tick is something to be aware of all year round and we have had a few reports lately of other clinics in the area treating pets for tick paralysis.

Please make sure your pet's flea and tick prevention is up to date. If your pet is not protected or you are not sure if they are, please contact us on 4124 4679 for advice.

08/07/2024

Whether you give an oral preventative, a yearly injection or a spot-on treatment, it is extremely important to make sure your dog's heartworm prevention is up to date.

If your dog gets heartworm, it can be a danger to their life. The treatment for heartworm is a long process, it is expensive, it is risky and uncomfortable for your pet. In the case of heartworm, prevention is the best option.

Heartworm is spread by mosquitos and most, if not all, dogs will be exposed to mosquitos in their normal daily life.

If you are unsure of your dog's heartworm status, call and speak with our nurses. They will be able to guide you on the best way to get your dog's heartworm prevention back on track. Call 4124 4679.

03/07/2024

Puppy Preps class, starting Thursday night next week, at Hervey Bay Veterinary Surgery still has a couple of spots left.

$150, 4 week course, 5.30pm start

Please email [email protected] to book your spot 🐾

Start your pups on the right (or left) paw!
Puppies aged between 7weeks-16weeks can attend.. and yes even if they have only had their first vax!! It is fully safe & highly reccomended to start asap! Starting sooner rather than later will help set you & your pup up for more success 🙏

Join the fun journey of training with us ❤️

Guess the puppy in this pic… he is a previous puppy graduate, he is now 2.5 years old… let’s see who can guess ❤️🐾

02/07/2024

Phovia is a revolutionary treatment for skin problems in pets. Fluorescent Light Therapy can reduce inflammation, speed up call replacement, improve blood flow and strengthen the skin. It can aid in wound management and other types of skin problems.

We have the equipment and specially trained staff to perform this therapy. We are proud to be able to offer this type of treatment to the pets of the Hervey Bay community.

If you would like more information on Phovia treatment, please call 4124 4679.