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Thank you to all our clients and referral partners for your support in 2024. It's a privilege to contribute to the healt...
23/12/2024

Thank you to all our clients and referral partners for your support in 2024. It's a privilege to contribute to the health and happiness of your pets. From all of us at Pen Vet, we wish you and your best mates peace, joy, and lots of chew toys. 😽🎄🎅🏥

We had some great fun with Dr Santa Paws this week.
22/12/2024

We had some great fun with Dr Santa Paws this week.

What's changed? Vets join us on Vet Wrap for a dip into luxating patellae. What's changed in how we manage the condition...
18/12/2024

What's changed? Vets join us on Vet Wrap for a dip into luxating patellae. What's changed in how we manage the condition? Plus, practical tips for luxating patella surgery that you can apply in your practice!

Get advice and current recommendations from our trusted Specialist Surgeons, Dr Chris & Dr Alasdair - an AO Faculty member and one of only two specific orthopaedic specialists in Australia! An opportunity you don't want to miss.

Available on three platforms:

YouTube https://youtu.be/xCsyK5TeEtg

Spotify https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/vet-wrap/episodes/Luxating-patella-e2sfcqd

Vet Education Hub (for vet and nurse subscribers) https://penvetreferral.com.au/vets-login/

Hot weather warning: A message from our emergency vets!As we experience the upcoming hot weather, it’s important that pe...
14/12/2024

Hot weather warning: A message from our emergency vets!

As we experience the upcoming hot weather, it’s important that pet owners are alert for their pets' well-being.

Heat stress can affect pets in an instant. It’s an emergency situation and can be fatal.

▪️ Avoid exercising your pet in the heat; walk in the early mornings or late evenings when temperatures are cooler.
▪️ Before walking on pavement, asphalt, or concrete, test how hot the surface is by placing your hand on the surface for 5 seconds. If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for your pet.
▪️ Make sure they have a cool, shaded, and well-ventilated area with access to plenty of fresh drinking water. On very hot days, this might mean moving them inside.
▪️ Never leave pets unattended in hot cars.

Signs of heat stress may include:

▪️ Salivation
▪️ Difficulty breathing
▪️ Bright red gums
▪️ Collapse

So, keep a close eye on your pet companions, and if you are concerned your pet may be suffering from heat stress, contact us immediately on 5979 9600.

Billie, a sweet Catahoula Leopard, was surrendered to Starting Over Dog Rescue (SODR) at ten weeks old. Billie had urin...
10/12/2024

Billie, a sweet Catahoula Leopard, was surrendered to Starting Over Dog Rescue (SODR) at ten weeks old. Billie had urinary incontinence, a result of a congenital birth defect known as ectopic ureters, SODR took her in and began her journey to recovery.

Ectopic ureters are when the tubes from the kidneys to the bladder (ureters) empty into the urethra instead of the bladder. This results in permanent incontinence, as urine constantly leaks out of the urethra and is not stored in the bladder as it should.

Billie underwent surgery to correct her ectopic ureters, but unfortunately, the severity of her condition meant she remained incontinent (this is not uncommon in dogs with ectopic ureters to have an inability to store urine normally in their bladder). She then had a second surgery where an Artificial Urethral Sphincter was placed.

Billie has a port in her leg and occasionally visits our medicine team to inflate the artificial sphincter. She otherwise leads a normal life and has minimal incontinence.

Now nearly three years old, she is pictured here on a recent visit with her owner, Sarsha, who fostered and adopted her, and Elise, our medicine nurse. We love seeing her doing so well. 💪🩷

Today, we assisted a wedgetail eagle which was found in a paddock and unable to fly. We anesthetised the bird to perform...
05/12/2024

Today, we assisted a wedgetail eagle which was found in a paddock and unable to fly. We anesthetised the bird to perform a physical examination and rule out fractures. Blood tests revealed that the eagle was anaemic and likely hadn’t eaten for a few days. We administered pain relief and fluids before transporting him to the veterinary department at Healesville Animal Sanctuary, which has a specialised raptor rehabilitation facility for ongoing care.

We wish this magnificent boy the very best of luck in getting well.

The work done by both our Peninsula Vet Care Mornington and Emergency & Referral teams was wonderful.

Pictured is Dr Alasdair with the beautiful Gigi, a Polish Lowland Sheepdog, who presented with a condylar fracture secon...
03/12/2024

Pictured is Dr Alasdair with the beautiful Gigi, a Polish Lowland Sheepdog, who presented with a condylar fracture secondary to a humeral intracondylar fissure. OUCH!

Humeral intracondylar fissure (HIF) is a rare and often hard-to-diagnose condition. It's a weakness in the humeral condyle – part of the forelimb elbow joint, that can lead to a severe sudden-onset complete fracture, which happened to Gigi. The break is visible on her post-surgery X-ray.

Interestingly, we have found no record of a humeral intracondylar fissure recognised in the Polish Lowland Sheepdog breed. This could be a first?!

Good news, Gigi is expected to fully recover, testament to the resilience of our furry friends with fractures.

Dr Alasdair Renwick is available for case advice, consults, and procedures. Phone us today (03) 5979 9600.

For more about our Specialist Orthopaedic Service, visit https://penvetreferral.com.au/specialist-orthopaedic-service/

Marlowe's case is a rare gem in the veterinary world. It's only the fifth reported instance of levopositioned caudal ven...
02/12/2024

Marlowe's case is a rare gem in the veterinary world. It's only the fifth reported instance of levopositioned caudal vena cava and retrocaval ureter in dogs worldwide.

Surgical resident Dr Eleanor (Elee) Woolley recently published a case report co-authored by Dr Kathryn Hogan, Medicine Registrar, and Dr Arthur House, Surgery Specialist, which discusses the rare vascular abnormality that we now know occurs mainly in Bernese Mountain Dogs.

Marlowe was born with his caudal vena cava on the wrong side of his body, trapping his left ureter, which is the tube that drains urine from the left kidney to the bladder. This malformation caused a blockage in the ureter, leading to dilation and discomfort.

To relieve this compression, Drs. Elee and Arthur performed a complicated surgical procedure where they transected, rerouted and anastomosed the trapped ureter.

Now, over 12 months on, Marlowe's doing well. His owners report a dramatic improvement in his demeanour, and he no longer has any abdominal pain or inappetence.

Marlowe's successful recovery is an excellent outcome and a cause for celebration.

Well done to Elee and the team, and big congrats on getting published in Wiley's academic publications library!

The article can be found (open access) at:
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/vms3.1562

28/11/2024

VETS 👋 Do you need an orthopaedic expert on speed dial?

Dr Alasdair Renwick is one of only two specific orthopaedic specialists in Australia and the only one in Victoria!

Our team handles a wide range of orthopaedic cases, from routine bone surgeries and cruciate ligament ruptures to complex fractures, deformities, and spinal surgeries.

We’re passionate about returning all dogs and cats to their full potential and allowing many pets to enjoy a more normal life.

Dr Alasdair Renwick is available for case advice, consults, and procedures. Phone us today (03) 5979 9600.

For more about our Specialist Orthopaedic Service, visit https://penvetreferral.com.au/specialist-orthopaedic-service/

Join Drs Bonnie Purcell, Medicine Specialist, and Kathryn Hogan, Medicine Registrar, for a case-based chat about how the...
21/11/2024

Join Drs Bonnie Purcell, Medicine Specialist, and Kathryn Hogan, Medicine Registrar, for a case-based chat about how they would approach two classic fever cases including recommendations and tips for junior vets!

Episode 8: “Fever of unknown origin” is out and covers a general approach to fever in the GP and referral setting.

Vets, tune in to watch or listen to this informative episode:
YouTube https://youtu.be/RIIYbthD8vs

Spotify https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/vet-wrap/episodes/Fever-of-unknown-origin--case-discussion-e2r7v31

Vet Education Hub (for vets and nurses) https://penvetreferral.com.au/vets-login/

Drs Arthur House and Elee Woolley are the lead educators for the vet and nurse streams, respectively, on the upcoming ...
20/11/2024

Drs Arthur House and Elee Woolley are the lead educators for the vet and nurse streams, respectively, on the upcoming Skin Grafts, Flaps & Complex Wounds course this weekend (22-23 Nov) at the University of Queensland.

Referral Surgery, Nurse Team Leader Jess Austin, will also be there as a support educator.

This course is a deep dive into complex wound management, with expert guidance provided by our team. It involves practical sessions and will be a fantastic learning experience for anyone attending.

Let's go, surgery team!

14/11/2024

A touching moment as staff celebrated Abbey, the labradoodle's discharge from hospital after a two-week stay due to a severe infection. Here's her story.

Abbey presented to our Emergency team, referred by her GP, following a short history of bad vomiting and diarrhoea and an exploratory surgery that had not found the cause. She became extremely unwell.

Abbey was diagnosed with necrotising pancreatitis, a very severe form of the disease. She developed an abdominal infection and severe oesophagitis (heartburn), which caused her to have difficulty keeping food down. She required a second abdominal surgery to help clear up the infection and biopsies to confirm her diagnosis.

Abbey remained in hospital receiving supportive care involving fluids, pain relief, and nutrition via a feeding tube, along with intensive nursing care for a massive 13 days.

Now back home with her Dad, Phil, Abbey is improving rapidly and returning to her bouncy self.

Our entire hospital team, including Dr. Susie, a Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chris, a Surgery Specialist, and the medicine and intensive care nurses, worked around the clock to ensure Abbey's recovery. She was very patient and sweet-natured throughout her treatment. Everyone was thrilled to see her progress and to go home with her family.

**NEW EPISODE: "How to Survive in General Practice (GP) as a New Grad."** Join us for an inspiring conversation between ...
06/11/2024

**NEW EPISODE: "How to Survive in General Practice (GP) as a New Grad."**

Join us for an inspiring conversation between Dr Chris Franklin, Specialist Surgeon and Dr Andrew Trezise, a dedicated GP Veterinarian and founder of Peninsula Vet Care.

"My mantra when I became a vet was to create an experience clients would enjoy. I wanted to get to know the people, which is why we were successful from the first week," says Dr. Andrew.

Andrew and Chris share their experiences and advice for young doctors to survive in today's veterinary environment.

The Vet Wrap Podcast is available on three platforms:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/QpWzaIHTa7M

Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vet-wrap/episodes/How-to-survive-in-GP-as-a-new-grad-e2qk63h

Vet Education Hub (for vet and nurse subscribers) https://penvetreferral.com.au/vets-login/

01/11/2024

We wish our community and their pets a great Cup weekend. Our doors will be open 24/7, so don't fear—we'll be here. 🦹‍♀️🏥🐾💪

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Mornington, VIC
3931

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03 5979 9600

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VETS 👋 Do you need an orthopaedic expert on speed dial? Dr Alasdair Renwick is one of only two specific orthopaedic specialists in Australia and the only one in Victoria! Our team handles a wide range of orthopaedic cases, from routine bone surgeries and cruciate ligament ruptures to complex fractures, deformities, and spinal surgeries. We’re passionate about returning all dogs and cats to their full potential and allowing many pets to enjoy a more normal life. Dr Alasdair Renwick is available for case advice, consults, and procedures. Phone us today (03) 5979 9600. For more about our Specialist Orthopaedic Service, visit https://penvetreferral.com.au/specialist-orthopaedic-service/

A touching moment as staff celebrated Abbey, the labradoodle's discharge from hospital after a two-week stay due to a severe infection. Here's her story. Abbey presented to our Emergency team, referred by her GP, following a short history of bad vomiting and diarrhoea and an exploratory surgery that had not found the cause. She became extremely unwell. Abbey was diagnosed with necrotising pancreatitis, a very severe form of the disease. She developed an abdominal infection and severe oesophagitis (heartburn), which caused her to have difficulty keeping food down. She required a second abdominal surgery to help clear up the infection and biopsies to confirm her diagnosis. Abbey remained in hospital receiving supportive care involving fluids, pain relief, and nutrition via a feeding tube, along with intensive nursing care for a massive 13 days. Now back home with her Dad, Phil, Abbey is improving rapidly and returning to her bouncy self. Our entire hospital team, including Dr. Susie, a Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chris, a Surgery Specialist, and the medicine and intensive care nurses, worked around the clock to ensure Abbey's recovery. She was very patient and sweet-natured throughout her treatment. Everyone was thrilled to see her progress and to go home with her family.

We wish our community and their pets a great Cup weekend. Our doors will be open 24/7, so don't fear—we'll be here. 🦹‍♀️🏥🐾💪

Essential tips for fracture management with Drs Chris & Clara. Vet Wrap Podcast Episode 6 is available now. Watch or listen on: Vet Education Hub https://lnkd.in/gje6CF6W YouTube https://lnkd.in/dmN6BES6 Spotify https://lnkd.in/dzbRnJmB

Join Drs. Chris Franklin and Luke Ellis for a discussion about poorly performing TPLO patients, the issues that can occur, what is normal, what is abnormal, and when to intervene. Vet Wrap is available on the following channels: Vet Education Hub (for vets and nurses) https://penvetreferral.com.au/vets-login/ YouTube https://youtu.be/BNx39qHsMuE Spotify https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/HubSnxhExNb

Vet Nurse Day 2024
Vet Nurse Day 2024

Tomorrow is Vet Nurse Day! ❤️ So far this year, our nurses have positively impacted the lives of 4,352 patients. Please join us in celebrating our deserving nurses and their significant role in veterinary medicine. Please share your message with our nurses in the comments section.

Vets and nurses – what can you expect from the interactive workshops at our CPD Night? For the full video, visit: https://smallanimalessentials2.eventbrite.com.au Follow a peritonitis case through our five stations. Learn how to: - Formulate a fluid plan - Interpret different abdominal fluid samples - Interpret and troubleshoot common arrhythmias on ECG - Improve your interpretation of abdominal radiography - Place an o-tube and formulate a nutrition plan Small Animal Essentials CPD Evening for vets & nurses Thursday 17th October, 6:15pm-9:30pm, Mornington Racecourse. Register by Thursday 10th October to secure your place.

We wish our community and their pets a great AFL Grand Final weekend. Our doors will be open 24/7 for emergency care or advice for pets.

Respiratory Functional Grading (RFG) is a game changer for brachycephalic dogs, but for vets – what’s in it for you? Watch our latest episode: RFG - What’s in it for me? Join us for a Q&A with Drs. Clara Lauinger and Arthur House for all the answers. Vet Education Hub https://penvetreferral.com.au/vets-login/ YouTube https://youtu.be/ENxsdlsSMYk Spotify https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/uNWTzRFuaNb

Channel 7 news provided coverage of the recent Respiratory Functional Grading (RFG) Day for breeders and their dogs, led by Dr. Arthur House in Tasmania. The event took place alongside a training day equipping Tasmanian veterinarians to become approved RFG Assessors for brachycephalic dogs. 🙌 Vets, if you are interested, the next Vet Training Day will be held in Bulla, Victoria, only ten minutes from Tullamarine Airport, making it easy for anyone interstate to fly in and out on the same day. Dates are yet to be confirmed. Feel free to get in touch with Arthur directly with any questions via [email protected] For a deep dive into RFG, watch our podcast RFG: What's in it for me? Available now on the following channels: Vet Education Hub: https://penvetreferral.com.au/vets-login/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/ENxsdlsSMYk Spotify: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/uNWTzRFuaNb #Boas #Brachycephalic #pug #bulldog #shortnosedogs #vet

Are you an experienced referral surgery nurse looking for a change? We have a rare and exciting opportunity to join our surgery team! Visit our careers page and apply today. https://penvetreferral.com.au/careers/

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