What are the 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

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.

11/01/2024

NEVER leave your dog in a warm car!

As the weather warms up a bit, we want to remind everyone that dogs are not able to sweat in the same way we do. Dogs will shift to a cooler spot and pant in order to try to regulate their temperature. So, when locked in a warm car they can overheat very quickly. It is best to leave them home somewhere cool if you plan to duck into the shops, even if they love car rides!

Disclaimer: No dogs were harmed in the taking of this photo. It is a stuffed toy!

10/01/2024

When you visit the vet, they ask several questions to obtain a history. This information is vital to ensure an accurate diagnosis. One of the most common questions is around the EDDU status of your pet – that is, the eating, drinking, defecating and urinating habits of your pet. Knowing consumption and toileting behaviours is essential to determine if something is wrong. So, owners need to pay attention to these crucial details. 🕵️‍♂️

08/01/2024

No one likes handling dog p**p; however, sometimes, grabbing a sample of your pet's number 2’s can help your veterinarian diagnose their condition. 🐩
Dogs experiencing diarrhoea, blood in the stool or other unusual symptoms should have a poo sample examined by the veterinarian. 🧤🔬 If you need to collect a sample, use gloves and store it in an airtight container. Drop the sample into the clinic as soon as possible, or keep it refrigerated if there will be a delay of more than an hour.

💡Tip: Keeping a sample in your fridge? Clearly label the container to prevent midnight snackers from opening up what would be a very unappetising (and unhygienic) surprise!

03/01/2024

🐶🌀Is your bum-scootin' furbaby driving you crazy? Don't delay getting your dog's a**l glands unblocked.

While unpleasant for all involved, sometimes the glands below a dog's tail (called a**l glands) have to be expressed. This is because in some dogs, they become blocked, and if the blockage isn't cleared, a**l glands can become infected and rupture. Scooting their rear end along the ground or excessive licking under their tail are symptoms of blocked a**l glands. Our nurses and vets can unblock these glands and advise on management options to prevent further blockages. 🔍🐕

01/01/2024

Whether it's a big emergency or a little accident, our team will triage your pet to ensure they get the appropriate level of care! 🚑🐾

When you call or visit the clinic, you might not be aware that the first person you encounter - usually one of our friendly nurses or receptionists - is incredibly skilled in triage. Triage is the initial assessment of a patient to determine the urgency of their condition, and it's how we ensure pets with life-threatening illnesses or injuries get the care they need when they need it. This is just another thing the fantastic front desk staff can do! 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

27/12/2023

Whilst gnawing on bones can provide great entertainment for dogs, it is also associated with a few potential hazards. 🦴😯

If dogs chew up and eat large quantities of bone, the indigestible pieces can bank up in their large intestine and become stuck.

This can lead to constipation symptoms such as straining, lethargy, tummy pain, a reduced appetite, and sometimes vomiting, and may necessitate treatment with a general anaesthetic and e***a procedure.

To avoid bone-related back-ups, we advise offering your pet lower-risk chewing alternatives, such as dental chews or stuffed Kong toys. Consult our team regarding the safest options! 👩🏼‍⚕️💙🐶

25/12/2023

Whilst most dogs are savvy enough not to drink salt water, the occasional oddball dog doesn’t understand or care that it’s a bad idea! 👅💧🧂

In most cases, dogs who drink a few mouthfuls of salt water will develop diarrhoea (due to the high salt concentration drawing water into the dog’s intestines). However, if dogs consume larger volumes, they can be at risk of more severe symptoms, including:
🤢 vomiting
🥵 dehydration
😵 confusion or seizures

If your dog shows any signs of unwellness after a beach visit, it’s best to consult our experienced team promptly. 🐕‍ 🏖️

24/12/2023

We would like to wish all of our wonderful clients and their furry family members a safe and happy festive season!

21/12/2023

It would be rude not to share the photos we took of these scrumptious puppies when they came in for their vaccination! Look at those sweet little faces!

20/12/2023

Before dropping your cat or dog off at the boarding kennels, ensure they are protected against the effects of nasty creepy crawlies with up-to-date parasite control! 🦟 🐾

Depending on the area in which your pet will be boarding, it may be recommended to protect them against:
🚫 Ticks
🚫 Heartworms
🚫 Fleas
🚫 Intestinal worms.

For personalised advice on the safest and most effective parasite control regime for your pet, consult our team. We put the 'pro' in 'parasite protection'! 🗓️

18/12/2023

Will your pet be visiting boarding facilities this summer? 🐶 😸

If so, it's best to check whether their vaccinations are still up to date (which is a compulsory requirement for most boarding facilities) at least one month prior.

If your pet's vaccinations are out-of-date, you'll have plenty of time to schedule a booster, with at least two weeks to take effect and provide optimum protection.

For personalised advice on the recommended vaccination protocol for your pet, consult our needle-sharp team! 🗓️

13/12/2023

If Santa likes to leave chocolate gifts for your household, take extra care to ensure they are kept safely out of reach from any four-legged family members! 🎅🏼🍫

Unfortunately, pets cannot metabolise chocolate like we can, so quantities above a particular threshold lead to:
🤢 Vomiting
😯 Diarrhoea
❤️ Rapid heart rate

… and sometimes more severe, potentially fatal symptoms such as:
🧠 Seizures
❤️ Heart rhythm disturbances.

If you suspect your pet may have eaten chocolate, it’s best to phone our team immediately for further advice. 📞

11/12/2023

With more cats out and about during summer, there is a higher risk of feline turf wars and associated injuries! 🏡 😼🏡

Cat bites tend to be particularly nasty- their needle-like canine teeth are capable of puncturing deep into the tissue and leaving behind bacteria. If not treated promptly, these bite wounds often become infected and painful. They could turn into an abscess requiring surgical treatment.

If you suspect your cat has been involved in a cat fight, bringing them in for a prompt check-up with our vets is best. We'll soon have them 'feline fine'! 😸

06/12/2023

If your dog is a thick-coated breed, take extra care to protect them from heat stress this summer. 🥵🌡️

Pets are at risk of heat stress during the warmer times of the year if they:
🚗 Are left in a car
☀️ Are left in the backyard without shade
🐕 Exercise during hot or humid weather

To protect your pet from the risk of heatstroke, avoid exercising your pet in temperatures warmer than 28 degrees, and ensure they always have access to water and shade.

Remember: NEVER leave your pet in the car without running the air conditioning!
In some states, it’s illegal to leave an animal unattended inside a car for more than 10 minutes when outside temperatures are at or above 28 degrees Celsius.

For more information about summer safety for your pet, consult our summer-savvy team! 📞

04/12/2023

If your dog suffers from separation anxiety, your Christmas outings could unfortunately become more of a stress than a joy. 🎄🐩😓

Symptoms of separation anxiety manifest when your dog is left alone (or is anticipating being left alone) and can include:
🐶 panting
💥 destructiveness
🙉 excessive barking
💧 inappropriate toileting
🚨 escape attempts

If you suspect your pet may have anxieties about being left alone, come in for a behavioural consultation with our compassionate vets. With the proper management, you’ll be on your way to a calmer canine companion.

30/11/2023

Christmas Trading Hours

MONDAY 18th December 2023 – Open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
TUESDAY 19th December 2023 - Open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
WEDNESDAY 20th December 2023 - Open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
THURSDAY 21st December 2023 - Open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
FRIDAY 22nd December 2023 - Open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
SATURDAY 23rd December 2023 - Open 8.30am to 11.30am
SUNDAY 24th December 2023 – Closed
MONDAY 25th December 2023 – Closed
TUESDAY 26th December 2023- Closed
WEDNESDAY 27th December 2023 – Open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
THURSDAY 28th December 2023– Open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
FRIDAY 29th December 2023 – Open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
SATURDAY 30th December 2023 – Open 8.30am to 11.30am
SUNDAY 31st December 2023 – Closed
MONDAY 1st January 2024 – Closed

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.

27/11/2023

We are currently experiencing some technical issues with our computers. Please bear with us until they are back online.

You can still reach us on the phone or in clinic and most services can still be provided.

If you have an appointment or farm visit scheduled in the next few days could you please contact the clinic to confirm your attendance. us via phone or in clinic. We apologise for any inconvenience.

26/11/2023

Veterinary emergency clinics see patients based on triage status. But what does this mean?

Clinics will triage patients to ensure those in a critical condition are seen first. Triage is a patient's initial assessment to determine their condition's urgency:

🐶 High-level triage: If a patient is triaged at a high level, their condition is life-threatening and needs immediate treatment.

🐶 Low-level triage: if a patient is triaged at a low level, they will be seen after patients with higher triage status have been stabilised or treated.

21/11/2023

If you need to get your dog to the vet in an emergency, it’s essential to do so safely - for you and your pet.

It’s always best to have one person drive, and another sit in the backseat with your pet so that they can tend to your pet while you drive safely.

The person in the back can be on the phone with the veterinary team to get advice on how best to manage your dog’s condition.

Above all, try to remain calm, as your dog needs you to arrive in one piece.

Keep calm while driving during an emergency.

19/11/2023

Did you know that you must immediately take them to the vet if you own a male cat and notice them straining to urinate or defecate?

This is because male cats can develop urethral obstruction, causing a blocked bladder - ouch!

A blockage in the urinary tract causes the bladder to overflow with urine within a few hours, which, if left untreated, will cause the bladder to rupture and sepsis to develop.

Don’t delay if your cat is struggling to urinate or defecate!

14/11/2023

It’s scary to watch your dog collapse, particularly when you’re outdoors and away from the safety and comforts of home.

Remember, there are several possible causes of sudden collapse outdoors, including heat stroke, seizures, snake envenomation, heart disease and severe allergic reactions.

Any collapse episode, even if followed by an apparent recovery, should always prompt an immediate trip to the veterinarian to rule out any life-threatening conditions.

Summary: If your dog collapses outdoors, immediately take them to your nearest vet.

12/11/2023

If your pet starts limping, it’s essential to find out why. A sudden onset of severe, non-weight-bearing lameness certainly requires a vet visit. Lameness and limping are often caused by painful conditions.

Some common causes of sudden onset non-weight bearing lameness in dogs include trauma such as a fractured bone or penetrating injury to the paw, a torn ligament such as the cruciate ligament in the hindlimb or an infection such as an abscess.

Sudden onset severe lameness should always be checked by your vet.

07/11/2023

Eye injuries can result in reduced vision for our pets if left untreated. That’s why we always encourage eye problems to be checked by a vet as soon as possible. However, some eye conditions are more of an emergency than others.

A sudden cloudiness in your pet’s eye should result in an immediate trip to the vet. Glaucoma is a condition that increases the pressure in your pet’s eye. If it’s not treated immediately, it can result in severe pain and blindness.

Summary: Don’t ignore a sudden cloudiness in your pet’s eye.

05/11/2023

Bloody diarrhoea should always prompt a visit to your vet. Diarrhoea, or frequent and runny poo, is an unpleasant condition. Combine it with the shocking bright red of blood, and it’s no wonder pet owners become worried.

There are many causes of bloody diarrhoea, ranging from gastroenteritis to cancer, so it’s best to get your pet checked out if you notice a change in their toileting habits.

Please note the presence of a large amount of blood in your pet’s p**p requires immediate veterinary attention.

31/10/2023

Picture this: suddenly, your old dog goes from being completely normal to staggering, falling over like they’ve lost their balance, vomiting, and their eyes begin flickering from side to side.

These dramatic symptoms can worry owners; However, they often relate to a relatively common condition called Geriatric Vestibular Disease. While we don’t know the cause of this condition, the good news is that dogs can often fully recover with supportive care and nursing.

25/10/2023

Did you know you can help support and maintain your older cat’s brain health and clarity with simple home measures? These include:

😸 Asking our vets for recommendations on senior diets or supplements containing added omega-3 essential fatty acids and antioxidants

😸 Keeping your cat busy with activity feeding boards or puzzle feeders

😸 Setting up a cat tree (platform furniture) near a window so your cat can enjoy an exciting view even if they don’t have outdoor access

For more personalised advice on keeping your older pet in top health, please book a consultation with our senior savvy team!

23/10/2023

Did you know that some dogs need their a**l glands manually expressed every couple of months to prevent painful infections? Whilst the a**l glands of dogs usually empty naturally during defecation, some pets may require additional veterinary assistance to prevent overfilling of their a**l glands.

If your dog is scooting their bottom along the ground, licking at their back end, or releasing unpleasant “fishy” smells, it’s an excellent idea to scoot down to our clinic to have a vet assess the situation!

18/10/2023

Should you be regularly clipping your dog’s nails? Most dogs require clipping their dew claws (thumbnails) every 6-8 weeks to prevent overgrowth. Additionally, older dogs or dogs that do not regularly run on pavement often need general nail clipping every few months. Keeping your pet’s nails short is essential to facilitate comfortable movement and grip on hard floors and prevent painful nail curling and overgrowth into the footpads.

If you need help clipping your pet’s nails, consult our paw-sitively professional team!

16/10/2023

If your cat is prone to vomiting up the odd hairball but seems otherwise well, you may be able to help reduce hairball episodes by:

😸 Regularly brushing them (at least twice weekly) to remove loose fur

😸 The regular administration of a safe, veterinary-approved, palatable laxative paste

😸 Increasing the moisture and/or fibre content of your cat’s diet to help any hair pass more easily through their gut.

We recommend a prompt check-up with our experienced veterinary team if your cat is vomiting regularly or showing any other symptoms of unwellness.

11/10/2023

With many parasite control options available for your pets, preventing flea irritation and tick-related illness in your dog is now easier than ever!

Depending on your lifestyle and preferences, we can recommend tasty monthly or quarterly chews for your pet or topically applied products for those pets with particularly sensitive stomachs. Some of these parasite prevention products include convenient additional intestinal or heartworm prevention treatment.

For personalised advice on the safest and most thorough parasite control for your dog, consult our veterinary team.

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

Website

https://southeastvets.com.au/

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