Kurrajong Village Vets

03/01/2023

We have no functioning phones on our normal number. Please call 4555 9809 which is our back office line.

05/12/2022

❌ Is your Pets Tick Prevention up to date ? ❌

Recently we have been presented with an unusually high amount of Tick Paralysis cases, especially in cats.

Paralysis ticks can be very difficult to locate on your pet's body, as they start off extremely small. The longer they remain attached to the animal the larger they become and the more toxin they release. Paralysis Ticks can be identified by their grey body & brown legs set close to the head.

What to do if you find a tick on your pet ?
Do not try and squeeze it or pour anything on it. The best way to remove a tick is to use a Tick Twister to remove it correctly. This would be the best time to give our clinic a call to help assist you further.

Common signs of tick paralysis in your animal are:

- Change in Bark/Meow
- Hyper salivation
- Vomiting
- Uncoordinated gait.

Please make sure all your fur babies are up to date with species appropriate prevention. There is now a nationwide shortage of the Tick Anti-Serum used to treat your pets when presented with Tick Paralysis.
Prevention and daily checks are definitely better than cure!

02/12/2022

TRADING HOURS & REGULAR MEDICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON

Kurrajong Village Vets will be closed from:
5pm Friday 23rd of December 2022.
We will re-open 8:30am Tuesday 3rd of January 2023.

CONSULTATIONS & MEDICATIONS PRE-CHRISTMAS

- We will be conducting normal consultation hours in the week prior to Christmas, however, we will be limiting routine surgeries to ensure the safety of our patients and to allow for post-surgical check-ups before the break.
- If your pet requires regular medications, please ensure that you have pre-ordered enough medication to cover the Christmas/New Year Period. Orders should be placed by FRIDAY THE 16TH OF DECEMBER 2022 to ensure supply.

CAT HOTEL - CHRISTMAS TO NEW YEAR WEEK

- All cat hotel Christmas guests must arrive by 2pm Friday the 23rd of December 2022 (This will allow sufficient time for the cat to be admitted, settled and fed before closure on that day at 5PM)
- Arrivals and Collections between Xmas & New Year will be strictly limited between 9am & 11am Wednesday 28th December only due to staff availability.
- Pick-up post New Years commences 8:30am Tuesday 3rd January 2023.

To all our valued Clients and Families, we hope you have a wonderful and safe Christmas & New year. Thank you all for supporting us through a busy and challenging year and we cannot wait to see you all again in 2023. Merry Christmas!!

18/05/2022

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10822835/Urgent-warning-Australian-dog-owners-deadly-bacterial-disease.html

Vets have issued an urgent warning to dog owners about the worrying rise of a rare but deadly bacterial disease found in at least two states.

16/05/2022

In case your Monday was hard... 😍

27/04/2022

An important reminder about the importance of ensuring your pets vaccination status is up to date. Call us on 4573 1216 to check or make an appointment today 🐾

https://7news.com.au/news/animals/urgent-warning-for-aussie-pet-owners-after-detection-of-deadly-bacterial-disease-c-6581070?fbclid=IwAR2icGcyipQmjkw7s7tUDFOOWoU2EzKngt4KqMJigaDPi5EBp1lVzLb7AZ8

Owners are urged to seek veterinary assistance immediately if their pet experiences any of the common symptoms.

05/04/2022

🐱 FUREVER HOME WANTED 🐱

This lovely female furline is looking for her purrfect furever home. If this is you, please call us on 4573 1216.

29/03/2022

We aren’t that bad are we? 🤪🐶

28/03/2022

22/03/2022

Please do not use these brands untill Nestle shows courage.

09/03/2022

🩺 *WE ARE HIRING* 🩺
We are looking for a Part Time Cert IV Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team. You will need to work 2 days a week- Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:00am until 6:00pm, and some Saturdays.
If this sounds like the job for you, please send an email to [email protected]

22/02/2022

Are your dogs vaccinations up to date? Vaccinations are the best form of prevention from nasty virus' such as Parvovirus, with cases on the rise in the Hawkesbury.
Call us on 45731216 to check your furry friends vaccination status, or book a consultation 🐶

21/02/2022

Those who laser together, style together 😎 🐶

07/02/2022

We love having a visit (& a big cuddle) from Snookems, he is always a basket of fun 😍

19/01/2022

While we are slooooooooowly coming to the end of turtle mating season, we ask that everyone please be aware of our shelled friends, especially when driving 🐢 😁

15/12/2021

This brings a whole new meaning to the term 'Pocket Pets' 🐱 😍

02/12/2021

🎄 CHRISTMAS CLOSURES 🎄

With 2021 soon coming to a close, the staff at Kurrajong Village Vets would like to wish all of our loyal, patient & dedicated clients a very happy holiday season, after a looooooooong & trying year.

We believe everyone deserves a rest, therefore we will be taking a short break to celebrate the silly season with our loved ones.

Please note our opening hours below, and if you are in need of food or medications, please contact us before Monday 20th December, to ensure we have the necessary supplies.

Friday 24th December- Tuesday 28th December: CLOSED
Wednesday 29th December: 9am-12pm
Thursday 30th December: 9am-12pm
Friday 31st December- Monday 3rd January: CLOSED

If you require veterinary attention outside of our opening hours, please call the friendly team at SASH - Small Animal Specialist Hospital on 9190 6805.

25/11/2021

Does your pet suffer from storm phobia?

Every year in storm season we see a significant number of our canine companions suffering from storm phobias. So what is “storm phobia”? Basically it is a disorder where there is a persistent and exaggerated fear of storms. Cats and dogs suffer from this phobia but we see the effects in dogs more often.

Often the stimulus that brings on this fear in dogs can be rain, lightning, strong winds, thunder and changes in barometric pressure, which the dogs can feel before the storm hits. Owners who have dogs suffering from storm phobias notice their dogs becoming anxious sometimes hours before the storm arrives and if they are home can implement some measures to ease the dogs fear levels.

Some signs that your pet is suffering from storm phobias include:

Pacing
Panting
Trembling
Excessive salivation
Hiding or remaining close to the owner
Destruction of property

So what can we do to help our beloved ones to get through this phobia without them causing injury to themselves?

• Try to be home with your pet if possible.
• Place your dog in a soundproof den or enclosure during the storm. This is their safe place.
• Practice calming strategies before storm season. Show your dog that you are calm by blinking your eyes, yawning and show a soft smile. Do not make a fuss over the storm, if they observe you panicking, they will themselves panic.
• Do not leave them outside during a thunderstorm. Always give them access to an inside place they can hide.

There are many ‘over the counter’ products available to try such as thunderstorm jackets, pheromone sprays, diffusers or collars & homeopathic anti-anxiety drops. If you have tried these products and have not been successful then we recommend owners bring their pet in for a consultation with a veterinarian, as they may need certain medications to help them become less anxious. Some dogs may never get over their fear but we can try to desensitise them to the storms.

If you would like to book a consultation with one of our veterinarians to discuss suitable storm phobia treatments, please call us on 4573 1216.

14/10/2021

🎄 🐱 BOOKINGS ARE OPEN! 🐱 🎄

We are now taking bookings for the christmas season, with spots filling fast! Enjoy an overdue holiday this season & rest assured knowing your fur baby is in the hands of qualified veterinary staff.

Call us on 4573 1216 to secure your spot 🐱

10/10/2021

❌ COVID UPDATE- PLEASE READ ❌

29/09/2021

Meet PK, the miracle dog 🐶

PK celebrated his 11th birthday, with a special birthday chicken, after proving to everyone that he is an absolute fighter. Our whole team are in awe of PK's resilience & strength throughout his surgical treatment.
We are so happy to have been able to be apart of PK's recovery, and cannot wait to see him for cuddles again soon!

20/09/2021

🐶 TOO CUTE TUESDAY 🐶

Thank you to Anouk for being an absolute star of a patient, and even offering high fives after her treatment! 🐾

07/09/2021

🐾 COVID UPDATE 🐾

31/08/2021

With adorable ears, comes big responsibility 🐶 😍

29/08/2021

Meet Sammy, a handsome patient of ours who is showing off his love for Whimzee's 😍

25/08/2021

🐱 TIGER T THURSDAYS! 🐱

Meet Tiger T, the little man who well & truely lives up to his name. He may be small, but his personality is HUGE! 😍
After his dental procedure, he could now be the face of Colgate 😁

23/08/2021

🐶 TOO CUTE TUESDAY 🐶

Kirstie absolutely loved showing Marley the tips & tricks of working in reception 😎

22/08/2021

Doesn't Layla's face say it all? 😍

Dr Nick & Layla quickly became the pawfect duo when she came to visit us 🐾