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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 - 5:30pm

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Holistic Vets Newcastle, The Pet Shop Boyz 5 Channel Road Mayfield West, Newcastle (2025)

24/01/2025

PATIENT HIGHLIGHT 🐾
This stunning boy is Rueben, the four year old Airedale Terrier.

Rueben came to Dr Kathy for advice on management of some early signs of kidney abnormalities picked up on routine blood work. Dr Kathy gave some natural diet advice and prescribed herbs and homeopathics to support Rueben through this journey. While it is still early days, his kidney values are showing definite signs of improvement. Considering Rueben will need ongoing care and routine blood work for life, Dr Kathy has also advised some cooperative care training techniques to keep Rueben as happy and calm as possible during his checkups and blood draws. We are very hopeful Ruebens future and are so grateful to be working closely with him and his loving and dedicated family.

22/01/2025

Australia Day
A few considerations for the Australia Day long weekend to help our animals.
If you are hosting guests, make sure your animal has safe spaces that they can retreat to if they want space and quiet (such as a crate, enclosed bed or their part of the house). If they are anxious or unsure, advise your guests to give them space and let them come for interactions if they want it.
There may be fireworks in some areas.
Tips for Fireworks Season:
🐾Plan ahead
🐾Walk/exercise your dog earlier in the day - perhaps a beach swim to get some energy out!
🐾Keep animals indoors and ensure your house and yard are secure
🐾Ensure they have a safe space - crate/bed/favourite room
🐾Play soothing music or tv to muffle the noise
🐾Distract them with play, food puzzles or other enrichment they enjoy
🐾If your animal seeks reassurance or comfort, don't be afraid to give it
🐾Please make sure their collar ID and their microchip information is up to date (So many dogs got loose during the storms last week!)
🐾Give them their medication as directed 90 minutes before fireworks start.

18/01/2025

PATIENT HIGHLIGHT - NALA 🐾
Nala the Kelpie x is 6yrs old and has been seeing Dr Kathy for behaviour assistance for several years now. Nala and her devoted human have faced challenges but with hard work and dedication things have massively improved. Treatment for Nala has included conventional and herbal medication, professional training and behavioural management techniques. Amanda is feeling much more confident in how to manage Nala, and understanding what is normal behaviour, what is abnormal behaviour, what is Nala being Nala. She knows what she has to manage and how and what to just let be. Their relationship is closer and more positive than ever. A massive well done and congratulations to this happy pair!

17/01/2025

Christmas Photo Competition Winner - Category: Dog🎄🐾
Spirit the reindeer showing off her best Christmas SPIRIT 💚🎄🐾
Hopefully we can get a happy snap of this sweet pea with their prize pack next week!

14/01/2025

Christmas Photo Competition Winner - Category: Cat🎄🐱
Congratulations Freddie, we hope you enjoy the box your prizes come in 😆💚

14/01/2025

Christmas Photo Competition Winner - Category: Group 🎄🐾
Bowdi, Vada, Kruiz, and Rivah in their Christmas best, having a loving time with Santa on the beach 💚🎄🐾
Hopefully we can get a happy snap of these cheeky monkeys with their prize pack!

10/01/2025

JANUARY SPECIAL $17.50 Prime Rolls with short expiry date
Short dated flavors:
Salmon and tapioca 17/01/25
Duck & sweet potato 21/01/25
Kangaroo & pumpkin 16/01/25
Prime100 SPD cooked rolls for dogs make a handy training treat, can be cut up into cubes put in zip lock bag and frozen for longer shelf life and easy treat preparation! Also useful for those dogs needing cooked foods. You can check out the range in the fridge next to the reception desk at your next appointment or send us a text asking about opening hours if you'd like to drop in to grab some.

Prime100 is balanced and can be used as a complete diet, toppers, or treats.
PICK UP FROM HOLISTIC ANIMAL HUB ONLY - 2/5 CHANNEL RD, MAYFIELD WEST.
Order here: https://holisticvets.com.au/.../prod.../prime-100-fresh-roll or text 0421501977 to organise a pick up time 🐾

09/01/2025

WELCOME ERIN
You may see a couple of new faces at your next appointment so be sure to say hi and welcome, and please be patient as as our newbies learn how best to help you.
Erin - Erin is one of our newest receptionists, bringing a wealth of experience and a love for animals to our team. Originally from the Southern Highlands, she stays busy with her sassy cat, Bonnie, and her energetic German Shorthaired Pointer Sage.
Erin has completed a Bachelor of Science, a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy), and a Certificate III in Animal Care. Her passion lies in integrating naturopathy into both human and animal health. While continuing her studies in animal care, Erin will be helping us create the best possible experience for our customers and their beloved pets at HVN.
Additionally, Erin will be practising as our in-house naturopath, offering private consultations for those seeking holistic support for their health care needs. Bookings for these consultations can be made privately.

08/01/2025

WELCOME LOUISE
You may see a couple of new faces at your next appointment so be sure to say hi and welcome, and please be patient as as our newbies learn how best to help you.
Meet Louise, a veterinary nurse with over 25 years of experience. Throughout her career, Louise has gained extensive knowledge, and a diverse skill set, having worked in general veterinary practice, hospital settings, and management. She also runs her own small business pet sitting in the Thornton area. Louise is eager to bring her expertise and passion to her work at HVN, offering valuable insights and leadership to the team as we continue to grow.
Louise has explored various paths throughout her career but has always returned to her true passion of working in a veterinary clinical setting. Working in a Holistic Practice is an exciting new chapter, and she is looking forward to integrating traditional veterinary practices with alternative therapies, advocating for those without a voice.
Louise enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two boys. She also shares her home with two dogs, Yuki and Zanui, that keep her on toes with their terrier like antics.

07/01/2025

We're Back From Our Break
We hope you all enjoyed a wonderful holiday period with your family and animals - we certainly enjoyed the break!
Did any issues come up over the break? How were your animals with Christmas visitors? New Years fireworks? Have they been coping with the heat, the storms, the fast growing grass?
Did you train anything new during the holidays? Ash introduced a new talking button "treat" and it's been getting a work out!
As always, we are here to help and looking forward to seeing you all in 2025! Reach out if you need anything

05/01/2025

LAST CHANCE TO ENTER OUR PHOTO COMP 📸🎄🐾
Please send through your best festive animal photo to be in the running to win a prize pack of treats and HVN products. There will be two available for our best entrants - one dog and one cat prize! Entries close on TODAY 6th January at midnight, and winner will be announced on Saturday 13th January by newsletter and social media!
Check out some of the entries we have received - who is your fave? 💚

30/12/2024

Have you made plans for New Years Eve and any other days that have fireworks in your area? Be prepared! 🎇🎆
Tips for Fireworks Season:
🐾Plan ahead
🐾Walk/exercise your dog earlier in the day
🐾Keep animals indoors and ensure your house and yard are secure
🐾Ensure they have a safe space - crate/bed/favourite room
🐾Play soothing music or tv to muffle the noise
🐾Distract them with play, food puzzles or other enrichment they enjoy
🐾If your animal seeks reassurance or comfort, don't be afraid to give it
🐾Please make sure their collar ID and their microchip information is up to date

27/12/2024

Have you seen that we are running our Christmas Photo Competition again this year!?
We've been receiving lots of amazing entries of festive pets
Please send through your best festive animal photo to be in the running to win a prize pack of treats and HVN products. There will be two available for our best entrants - one dog and one cat prize! Entries close on Saturday 6th January, and winner will be announced on Saturday 13th January by newsletter and social media!
A few of our entries so far - aren't they lovely!!

25/12/2024

It's Getting HOT HOT HOT
10 tips for keeping animals cool and safe in Summer:
1. Provide plenty of fresh, clean drinking water.
2. Keep them inside, and ensure they have shade when outside.
3. Have fans and/or air conditioning circulating air inside, especially during the hottest hours in the middle of the day. Keep curtains and blinds closed to keep sunlight out.
4. Alter your exercise routine. Do not walk dogs during the middle of the day, go early in the morning or in the evening. If it's too hot outside, opt for enrichment and sniffing games inside instead.
5. Wet a towel and wipe them down or allow them to lay on it to cool down.
6. Avoid taking them out when possible, and please never leave dogs or cats in the car.
7. Water to play or lay in - they might like to lay in some water in a shell pool in the shade, or at the beach (early morning or late afternoon), or play in a sprinkler.
8. Some ice cubes in their water or to play with/crunch.
9. Frozen food in kongs or other enrichment feeders can keep them occupied and help cool them down.
10. Know about heatstroke - one of the most common illnesses in dogs during warm weather and happens when your dog is no longer able to regulate their body temperature. Symptoms include excessive panting and drooling, very red gums, vomiting or diarrhoea and weakness. If left unchecked, heatstroke can be fatal.

23/12/2024

Care with Christmas Feasting
With eating season ramping up, this typically means lots of food and treats about in the house, so it is important to make sure your animals do not get sick from eating too much or eating things they shouldn’t. I want to set you up with a few guidelines to help you through the feasting season. It is natural to want to share with them and they are usually hanging around as all that delicious holiday food is prepared and eaten.
It is fine to share human foods with most companion animals occasionally as a treat. The key points are to feed:
what is appropriate &
in appropriately small amounts.
Remember our companion animals weigh much less than us so what seems like a small treat to us can be a huge snack for a small animal weighing 10 kg or less.

Dogs
It is a time of year when dogs especially are prone to be admitted to the emergency centre with pancreatitis due to over indulgence in fatty foods. Most dogs are happy to share almost anything. Avoid high fat feasting on things like skin and fatty offcuts. This can make them ill. Trim fat and small amounts only for meats. Make sure your dog cannot get into the bin and feast on scraps and left overs. This is a common reason for presentation to emergency. Avoid cooked bones. Whilst onions and garlic are toxic in large amounts, small amounts can be safely fed so don’t freak out if your dog gets a bit of sauce that has a little onion or garlic in it: small amounts should be fine, especially for larger dogs. Controversially even chocolate in small amounts may not be harmful. It is definitely best to avoid feeding it but if they do accidentally get some chocolate then often times no ill effects are noted, especially with large dogs and chocolate low in cocoa solids. Remember if you have a small dog then you need to be extra careful with amounts of almost everything due to their small body weight.

Cats
For cats it is fine for them to share a little meat, such as ham, chicken, turkey or prawns. A little fat is good for cats. Watch for cats getting onto kitchen counters and sampling goodies they really shouldn’t. They are curious creatures and very attracted to smells!

If you are in any doubt contact the Emergency Vet as they will be open during the break.
If any mild digestive upsets occur then best treatment is a fast for 12-24 hours with clear fluids only then on to small meals of cooked chicken, turkey or fish for a few days. Nux Vomica 30 C homeopathic can be used for mild bouts of vomiting and diarrhoea. Give a few drops or one pill every hour or so until symptoms clear. If the symptoms are severe or do not clear, then you’ll need to see a vet.

23/12/2024

2024 - All Wrapped Up: We Are On Break Now!
We are now closed and will reopen on Monday 6th January 2025.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for all of your support this year. It has been our pleasure helping you and all of your four legged family members this year.
Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year.
We are taking some well earned down time with our families to recharge, ready to help you next year. We hope you get some down time too and find peace and joy whatever you get up to 💚
Farewell 2024

20/12/2024

Christmas Photo Competition🎅🏽🎄🎁
We are running our annual Christmas Photo Competition again this year - we enjoy your enthusiasm and creativity, and everyone getting involved with their festive spirit! Perfect timing if you got Christmas photos with Kelly at our Christmas Party! Please send through your best festive animal photo to be in the running to win a prize pack. There will be prizes available for our best dog, cat, and group/family prize! Entries close on Saturday 4th January, and winners will be announced on Monday 6th January by newsletter and social media!
Pictured here are our 3 winners from last year as inspiration - Ronnie the cat, Bobby the dog and Meeka, Jasper, Ivy, Indi, Lyra & Chase the group.

20/12/2024

PATIENT HIGHLIGHT - EDDIE 🐾

Eddie, the adorable 5-year-old Labradoodle recently visited Dr Kathy for his yearly kennel cough vaccination. His caring owner and Dr Kathy have also been working on managing Eddie's skin sensitivity and ye**ty itchy ears! With use of a herbal spray and thoughtful diet tailored to his needs it is being well-managed! Eddie’s dental health is another focus for his dedicated human, who uses our toothpaste, toothbrush products and our dental seaweed supplement to help keep his teeth and gums in top shape. Dr Kathy has also recommended some dietary changes and additional chewing for further support. While Eddie can be a bit anxious, he handled everything bravely and at 17.2kg still loves to curl up on his human’s lap! 💚

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Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
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