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SE Vets South East Vets looks after your dogs, cats, cattle, horses and sheep in the Mount Gambier area of S

South East Vets is located in Mount Gambier and services the surrounding areas including Dartmoor, Port Macdonnell, Millicent, Kongorong, Glencoe, Kalangadoo, Tarpeena, Allendale East. We have a large newly renovated clinic in Mount Gambier to cater for all your pets needs. Our clinic is equipped with the latest in-house blood testing equipment, so we can diagnose your pets illness as quickly as p

ossible and begin treatment early. We also have Digital X-ray facilities allowing us to take radiographs, view them within a short amount of time and send radiographs to specialist referral centres. Our surgery uses the most up to date anaesthetic machines and monitoring equipment to provide the best possible care for your pet during surgery. Surgeries including desexing, soft tissue surgery, dental treatments and orthopaedic surgeries are performed Monday to Friday. As well as our companion animal clinic, we operate an on-farm service for cattle, horses, sheep and other farm animals. Our vets attend to emergencies such as calvings, downer cows, horses with colic and other routine call outs.

Is your dog scared of nail trims? 😟Whilst a mild anxiety can usually be managed with calm, gentle handling, a slow appro...
15/01/2025

Is your dog scared of nail trims? 😟
Whilst a mild anxiety can usually be managed with calm, gentle handling, a slow approach, and positive distractions (such as Lick-Mats smeared with cream cheese or peanut butter), professional assistance is recommended for more significant phobias.

Moderate to severe nail trim phobias may require one or more of the following aids:
• Pre-emptive calming medications
• Low-stress handling assistance by our experienced team 🏥
• Muzzle training
• Long-term desensitisation and counter-conditioning training
• The administration of stronger sedatives

For more help with your nervous nellie’s nails, consult our anxiety-aware team.

We recently had a visit from litter of kelpie puppies and thought we would share some cute pics!
14/01/2025

We recently had a visit from litter of kelpie puppies and thought we would share some cute pics!

If you’re planning to introduce a new puppy into your household, check out these useful tips to help ease the “ruff” tra...
13/01/2025

If you’re planning to introduce a new puppy into your household, check out these useful tips to help ease the “ruff” transition! 🐶

Before bringing a puppy home, set up a small puppy-proof crate, pen or room where the puppy can be safely confined whenever you can’t watch them (to prevent house-soiling or furniture chewing).

Ask our team about the use of calming pheromones and supplements, plus the safest “puppy entertainment” toys and chews to offer. 🧸

Ensure that introductions to older pets happen gradually, under supervision, and in a positive manner, and that older pets are given frequent “puppy-free” rest periods.

For more helpful advice on new pup introductions, consult our canine-competent team!

Did you know that lower urinary tract disease in cats can have a behavioural component? 🐾Whilst symptoms such as blood-t...
08/01/2025

Did you know that lower urinary tract disease in cats can have a behavioural component? 🐾

Whilst symptoms such as blood-tinged urine, straining, or house-soiling can be caused by simple urinary tract infections or bladder stones, they also commonly occur secondary to an inflammatory bladder disease known as FIC (feline idiopathic cystitis).

FIC can be triggered in otherwise healthy cats exposed to a stressful event, with naturally “highly-strung” cats being at increased risk of the issue.

If your cat shows any symptoms of urinary tract problems, we’d advise a prompt check-up with our bladder-friendly vets! 💼

“Why does my dog eat grass?” 🌱Many dogs who eat grass seem to just enjoy it! The behaviour may “stem” (see what we did t...
06/01/2025

“Why does my dog eat grass?” 🌱

Many dogs who eat grass seem to just enjoy it! The behaviour may “stem” (see what we did there?) from wild dogs consuming the stomach contents of herbivorous prey as part of their natural diet.

However, dogs may also have an increased drive to consume grass if they are suffering from short- or long-term gastrointestinal unwellness or have a nutritional deficiency.

So, if your pet is eating grass AND showing any symptoms of unwellness (such as vomiting, abnormal stools, appetite changes, weight loss, or poor condition), we’d advise a once-over by one of our vets to ensure there’s no concerning root to the issue! 🐕

Unfortunately, just like in some human share-houses, multiple cats living together under one roof won’t always get along...
01/01/2025

Unfortunately, just like in some human share-houses, multiple cats living together under one roof won’t always get along! 😼😾

Whilst overt aggression between cats is easily recognised by owners, it can be difficult to detect more subtle, passive signs of inter-cat tension. These can include resource blocking (e.g. one cat preventing another from accessing bowls, beds or toileting facilities), “stare-offs”, or symptoms of chronic stress in one or more cats (e.g. overgrooming or recurrent urinary issues).

If you have any concerns about your cat’s behaviour or health, please consult our behaviourally-brainy veterinary team! 🐾

We would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy New Year! With fireworks scheduled please make sure your pets are secure...
30/12/2024

We would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy New Year! With fireworks scheduled please make sure your pets are secure and comfortable so everyone can enjoy the celebrations.

Whilst we don’t want to make you nervous about every little thing, there are a few little things you should keep an eye ...
25/12/2024

Whilst we don’t want to make you nervous about every little thing, there are a few little things you should keep an eye out for when out and about with your pet this summer – ants! 🐜

If you suspect an ant bite in your pet, we’d advise applying a cool compress or cool water bathing for the affected area for 5 minutes. 🧊

Wishing all of our wonderful clients and their furry family members a very Merry Christmas and a safe and happy festive ...
24/12/2024

Wishing all of our wonderful clients and their furry family members a very Merry Christmas and a safe and happy festive season!

We had a special visitor in clinic today. Merry Christmas!
24/12/2024

We had a special visitor in clinic today. Merry Christmas!

Whilst a deer antler may seem like a fun seasonal treat for your dog (sorry Rudolph!), we don’t rate them as one of the ...
23/12/2024

Whilst a deer antler may seem like a fun seasonal treat for your dog (sorry Rudolph!), we don’t rate them as one of the safest chew treats. 🎄

For advice on safe dental chews for your pet this Christmas, consult our tooth-tending team! 🦷

By now, most pet owners are aware that chocolate (or other products containing cacao beans or cocoa) can cause dangerous...
18/12/2024

By now, most pet owners are aware that chocolate (or other products containing cacao beans or cocoa) can cause dangerous poisoning in dogs and cats. 🍫

If your pet demonstrates any of these signs, we’d advise an immediate phone call to our team or the Animal Poisons Helpline for further advice. 📞

Whilst extendable leads can give your pet the freedom to explore, they should be used with caution. 🌳For more informatio...
16/12/2024

Whilst extendable leads can give your pet the freedom to explore, they should be used with caution. 🌳

For more information on calm, safe walks for you and your pet, consult our helpful team.

Whilst off-leash dog areas can be a great way to provide your pet with free exercise and playtime, they can also pose so...
11/12/2024

Whilst off-leash dog areas can be a great way to provide your pet with free exercise and playtime, they can also pose some risks to your pet’s safety. 🐕

For more advice on off-leash pet areas, consult our behaviourally-brainy team! 🤓

Any pet out and about in the summer heat and/or humidity can be at risk of developing dangerous heatstroke. Particularly...
09/12/2024

Any pet out and about in the summer heat and/or humidity can be at risk of developing dangerous heatstroke. Particularly prone are those pets with breathing compromise (e.g. flatter-faced breeds such as bulldogs) or very thick coats (such as golden retrievers). ☀️

If your pet is drooling excessively or looks weak or wobbly, it’s best to wet them down and then transport them in an air-conditioned vehicle for an urgent assessment with our experienced vets. 🚗🐶

If you and your pet will be visiting the beach or another waterway this summer, we’d advise keeping them by your side so...
04/12/2024

If you and your pet will be visiting the beach or another waterway this summer, we’d advise keeping them by your side so that you can keep an eye out for wayward fish hooks. 🏖️

Unfortunately, fish hooks (with remnants of bait on them) are sometimes left scattered around popular fishing areas, and are then unintentionally snatched up by greedy pets. 🐟🐕

If you suspect your pet may have unfortunately “taken the bait”, we’d recommend a prompt assessment with one of our vets.

Christmas Trading HoursMONDAY 23rd December 2024 - Open 8.30am to 5.30pmTUESDAY 24th December 2024 - Open 8.30am to 5.30...
02/12/2024

Christmas Trading Hours

MONDAY 23rd December 2024 - Open 8.30am to 5.30pm
TUESDAY 24th December 2024 - Open 8.30am to 5.30pm
WEDNESDAY 25th December 2024 - Closed
THURSDAY 26th December 2024 - Closed
FRIDAY 27th December 2024 - Open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
SATURDAY 28th December 2024 - Open 8.30am to 11.30am
SUNDAY 29th December 2024 - Closed
MONDAY 30th December 2024 - Open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
TUESDAY 31st December 2024 - Open 8.30am to 5.30pm
WEDNESDAY 1st January 2025 - Closed
THURSDAY 2nd January 2025 - Open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
FRIDAY 3rd January 2025 - Open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
SATURDAY 4th January 2025 - Open 8.30am to 11.30am

We apologise for any inconvenience and advise the telephone number for after-hours EMERGENCY services only is
08 8725 5855.

Drug orders placed after hours will incur a service charge over the Christmas period. Please place your orders by telephone during business hours.

From all the staff at South East Vets we would like to wish you and your family a safe and Happy Christmas and look forward to seeing you in the New Year.

During summer, we see a “step up” in the number of pet paw pad injuries. 🐾If you note a scrape-like abrasion on your dog...
02/12/2024

During summer, we see a “step up” in the number of pet paw pad injuries. 🐾

If you note a scrape-like abrasion on your dog’s paw, you can usually manage this at home by: Limiting them to very short walks on soft dry ground for 10-14 days, to allow the injury to heal. For toileting in wet weather, temporarily taping a thick plastic bag over your pet’s entire paw to keep the wound clean and dry – just ensure you remove this promptly afterwards to prevent the paw from becoming sweaty and irritated. ☔

However, if your pet’s paw injury is a deeper cut that may require stitching, we’d advise a prompt check-up with one of our pawsome vets. 🩹

Address

314 Commercial Street W
Mount Gambier, SA
5290

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 11:30am

Telephone

+61887255855

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Such a hungry little baby! A member of the public brought this little one into us as a stray. One of our staff cared for it over the weekend, giving regular milk feeds until a carer from Wet Noses Pet Rescue was able to take him on. Look at the little ear twitch while feeding!

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