Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital

21/11/2025

CONGRATULATIONS to our NOVEMBER Puppy Preschool graduates

🎓 Class of 4.11.2025
🐾 Millie
🐾 Callie
🐾 Bess
🐾 Elle
🐾 Yogi
🐾 Luna
🐾 Henry

🎓 Class of 17.11.2025
🐾 Lily
🐾 Winnie

17/11/2025

Last chance to make a booking for
PET SANTA PHOTOS at Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital! 🐾

📅 When: Sunday 23 November
THIS SUNDAY !!
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 1:30pm
📞 Bookings essential: 024736 2027
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who: Registered clients of Orchard Hills Vet Hospital
💰 Cost: $10 per family and/or pet
🎁 All funds raised will be donated to Guide Dogs NSW!

✨ The Christmas set, props, and costumes will be available for use the following morning until 1pm for anyone who’d like to take extra festive photos. (Santa will be off checking his Naughty & Nice list of pets that day 🐶🐱)

13/11/2025

Great teamwork saves Vanelllope SASH - Small Animal Specialist Hospital

By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator AS the warm weather returns, so too do the snakes across the Penrith region — and with them, the risks they pose to our curious pets. Each year, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital treats an increasing number of pets who have had dan...

13/11/2025

🌍Celebrating World Kindness Day

Today, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital proudly joins the global celebration of World Kindness Day, honouring the compassion and empathy that define our profession.

Kindness is at the heart of everything we do — it guides how we care for our patients, support our clients, and collaborate as a team. From the gentle comfort offered to a nervous pet to the understanding extended to a concerned owner, every act of kindness helps strengthen the bond we share with our community and the animals we love. 🐾

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our clients for their trust and kindness, and to our dedicated staff for their unwavering compassion and commitment to exceptional care.

Together, we continue to make a difference — one caring gesture at a time. 💜

12/11/2025

Love seeing our patients feeling better after their dental procedures.

📣 ❣️Gorgeous Lola recovering from her large dental 😮 💐 A busy time at rescue, Pablo and Whiskey have both commenced there heart worm treatment 🏥💉 https://dachshundrescue.com.au/donate/ If you are in the position to help. We would be very grateful ☺️

11/11/2025

🎉 It’s been a big month of celebrations here at Orchard Hills Vet Hospital! 🎉
You know what that means… lots and lots of cake! 🍰😋

We’re so lucky to have so many wonderful milestones to celebrate with our amazing team:
🐾 Sophie – 9 years with us! Our incredible vet nurse who’s now studying veterinary medicine 👩‍⚕️💪
🐾 Rachel – celebrating 1 year as one of our fantastic vet nurses & puppy trainers 🐶🎓
🐾 Chanté – 2 years with the team, also studying veterinary medicine and absolutely smashing it! 👏
🎂 And of course, happy birthdays to Rodah & Jacynta – two of the smiling faces that keep our hospital running smoothly every day! 💐🎉

We’re so proud of our team and all they do for our patients - and for keeping the cake supply going strong 😉

💜 Here’s to more milestones, more growth, and definitely more cake! 🎂

30/10/2025

🎃🐾 Keep Halloween Fun and Safe for Your Pets! 🐾🎃

Halloween is a time for fun, costumes, and sweet treats—but for our pets, it can also be confusing, frightening, and even dangerous. While we enjoy the spooky celebrations, it’s important to remember that our furry family members experience the night very differently.

With a few simple precautions, you can help your pets stay safe, calm, and comfortable while you enjoy the festivities! 👻

👗 Costumes: Cute but Considerate
Dressing pets in costumes can be adorable, but not all animals enjoy it. Make sure outfits fit comfortably and don’t restrict movement, vision, or breathing. Avoid small parts or dangling pieces that could be chewed off and swallowed.
👉 If your pet seems stressed, skip the costume and try a festive collar or bandana instead!

🍫 Chocolate and Treat Troubles
Chocolate and many sweets are toxic to pets. Even small amounts can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, or worse—especially for dogs. Xylitol (found in sugar-free treats) is also highly toxic and can cause severe illness.
🚫 Keep all lollies and chocolates well out of reach, and remind children not to share their treats with furry friends. If your pet sneaks a snack, contact your vet immediately.

🚪 Trick-or-Treat Chaos
Constant doorbell ringing and groups of visitors in costumes can be overwhelming for pets. Create a quiet, secure space away from the front door with your pet’s bed, water, and toys to help them stay relaxed.

🕯️ Decorations and Dangers
Pets love to explore—but decorations, cords, and glow sticks can be hazardous. Opt for battery-operated candles and keep all spooky décor safely out of reach.

🎃 Halloween should be fun for everyone—including our pets! By planning ahead, keeping temptations out of reach, and creating a calm environment, you can make sure the only scares this Halloween are the ones you planned.

27/10/2025

PET SANTA PHOTOS at Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital! 🐾🎅

Santa is making a very special stop at OHVH for one day only! Bring in your entire family for a festive photo and help support a great cause ❤️

📅 When: Sunday 23 November
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 1:30pm
📞 Bookings essential: 024736 2027
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who: Registered clients of Orchard Hills Vet Hospital
💰 Cost: $10 per family and/or pet
🎁 All funds raised will be donated to Guide Dogs NSW!

✨ The Christmas set, props, and costumes will be available for use the following morning until 1pm for anyone who’d like to take extra festive photos. (Santa will be off checking his Naughty & Nice list of pets that day 🐶🐱)

Spaces fill up fast, so book early to secure your spot with Santa! 🎄📸

21/10/2025

🌡️ It’s going to be a scorcher today with temps hitting 39°C!
If you can’t press the back of your hand to the pavement for a few seconds without discomfort, it’s too hot for your dog’s paws. 🐾🔥

Remember, hot surfaces can burn their feet — and the high temps can lead to heatstroke, especially since dogs can’t cool down like we do. 😓

To keep them safe:
🐕 Walk your dog early in the morning or later in the evening when it’s cooler
🚫 Avoid hot pavements, asphalt, or sand
🐶 Be extra cautious with flat-faced breeds, older dogs, puppies, or pets with health issues

If you’re worried your pet may be overheating, don’t wait — call us immediately on 0247362027.
Let’s keep our furry friends safe and cool! 💦

21/10/2025

CONGRATULATIONS to our OCTOBER Puppy Preschool graduates

🎓 Class of 7.10.25
🐾 Rosie
🐾 Pumba
🐾Teddy

🎓 Class of 11.10.25
🐾 Daisy
🐾 Betty
🐾 Pinot
🐾 Ringo
🐾 Koda
🐾 Bean

🎓 Class of 20.10.25
🐾 Hugo
🐾 Luna
🐾 Stormey
🐾 Ted
🐾 Winnie
🐾 Chester
🐾 Bear

10/10/2025

🌟 National Vet Nurse Day 🌟

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on the true MVPs of our hospital — our amazing vet nurses! 💜

At Orchard Hills Vet, our nurses are the heartbeat of the team. From greeting clients with warmth and keeping the day running smoothly, to providing care to our patients before, during and after treatments — they do it all.

Yes, that includes the glamorous stuff too… like poo patrol and a**l glands. 😅💩

Their skill, compassion, and dedication are what keep our patients healthy, and our practice thriving.

Thank you to our incredible nursing team — we truly couldn’t do what we do without you!

06/10/2025

🚨 IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR PET OWNERS 🚨
1080 Fox and Wild Dog Baiting Program – Orchard Hills & Surrounding Areas
The Greater Sydney Local Land Services will be conducting a strategic baiting program to control foxes and wild dogs from 4 August to 31 December across the Hawkesbury, Blue Mountains, and Penrith regions.
📍 The closest baiting area to our veterinary practice is the Defence Establishment (2042-2550 The Northern Road, Orchard Hills).
⚠️ During this period, it's critical to keep ALL domestic pets restrained and away from baited areas.
The baiting program will use 1080 ground baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) to help:
✅ Reduce pest numbers
✅ Protect livestock and primary production
✅ Safeguard native wildlife from predation
✅ Minimise disease transmission (e.g. mange, tapeworm)
Foxes thrive in semi-rural areas where there's access to food sources like rubbish, scraps, small native animals — even your pets or poultry. 😟
🔒 You can help by removing excess food and rubbish around your property to deter fox activity.
For more information, contact Greater Sydney Local Land Services on 📞 (02) 4724 2100.
📢 Please share this post with fellow pet owners and neighbours to help protect our pets and local wildlife.