University Avenue Vet Hospital

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Located in Durack, Palmerston, here at University Avenue Vet Hospital we aim to develop an open, friendly and caring relationship with our clients, enabling us to help keep healthy pets well and help unwell pets to get better. Whether you are visiting us for a general consultation or for a routine procedure such as vaccinations, microchipping or desexing, you can rest assured your pet will be give

n the very best care. Our staff are not only highly trained, but also passionate about the health of your pet. We are open Monday through to Saturday, and can generally always offer same day appointments, although there are times when very unwell patients will be given priority, along with unpredictable emergencies that require all of our staff on board to help. Consulting between 8.30am and 6pm Monday to Friday, and to 3pm on Saturdays, we can always find a mutually convenient time for you to visit us. Our services include:

Health Checks and Vet Consultations
Vaccinations (annual, puppy and kitten courses)
Parasite Control and Advice (fleas, ticks, worms and heartworm)
Microchipping
Dental Care and Advice
Geriatric Health Checks (for our golden oldies)
Nail Clipping
Diagnostics (including in-house laboratory facilities, radiology, ultrasound, endoscopy, ECG, allergy testing and genetic disease screening)
Surgical Procedures (including desexing, soft tissue, dental and orthopaedic)
Premium Pet Food and Prescription Diets
Pet Products (including medicated shampoos and accessories)

10/07/2024

Position available in Darwin, NT, Australia.

Both University Avenue Vet Hospital and Darwin My Vet Service are looking for an experienced part -time, potentially full – time Vet Nurse to join our team. Join a supportive team that values work-life balance, flexible hours, and after-hours emergency opportunities. We are a small team with 1 – 2 vets on a day and 2-3 nurses.

The Role:

· Part – time position, we are open Monday – Friday 7:30-6:30 (shift times vary) and Saturday (7:30-3:30) Sundays closed.
· General nursing tasks, pre and post operative care, anaesthetic nursing, critical and emergency care, reception tasks, maintaining overall hygiene or the clinic and equipment.

Ideal applicant:

Cert 4 qualified or 2+ year’s experience with nursing.

Knowledge on general anaesthetic nursing of dogs and cats.

Knowledge of patient care pre and post operatively.

Client communications, admitting and discharging patients, booking in appointments, and triaging.

Apply now : email your resume to [email protected] or [email protected] if you are interested.

🦷Some more pearly whites for dental month🙌🏻We love being able to provide preventative health care at a discounted price ...
29/05/2024

🦷Some more pearly whites for dental month🙌🏻

We love being able to provide preventative health care at a discounted price throughout the year to help our furry friends live their best lives!

Until the end of June we are offering 20% off the entire scale and polish procedure. We also have discounted dental checks if you are unsure whether your dog has dental disease and would benefit from a clean.

☎️ Call 8931 0455 if you would like some more information

It’s still dental month here at Uni Ave Vets! Going all the way until the end of June.This is one of our patients from l...
21/05/2024

It’s still dental month here at Uni Ave Vets! Going all the way until the end of June.

This is one of our patients from last week, she had a grade 2 dental disease and was recommended a dental clean before it progressed any further. Lucky for her all the teeth were healthy but the gums were severely inflamed.

Dentals should be apart of your dogs preventative health care and if done routinely it can save them from losing teeth in the future due to decay and infection.

Call 8931 0455 to book in for a dental check

Dental month is here!Did you know that between 70-80% of dogs and cats have dental disease by the age of 2?Bad breath is...
30/04/2024

Dental month is here!

Did you know that between 70-80% of dogs and cats have dental disease by the age of 2?

Bad breath is one of the first signs of dental disease that pet owners notice. If dental disease goes untreated, plaque and calculus will continue to build up on the tooth surface and begin to make its way underneath the gum line. This build up can lead to infection which will begin to destroy the underlying bone and ligaments holding the teeth in place. As dental disease gets worse this can have an impact on your pet’s health and quality of life.
Signs for when to get your pets teeth checked:

🪥Halitosis (bad breath)

🪥Yellow colouring on tooth surface

🪥Red or bleeding gums

🪥Difficulty eating kibble / dropping food.

🪥Pawing at mouth

🪥Shying away when you touch their muzzle.

May and June we are offering a discount on dental cleanings, discounted nurse dental checks, discounted food, and chews.

Did you know that it is estimated that 50-60% of dogs and cats are overweight or obese and is one of the most common dis...
10/04/2024

Did you know that it is estimated that 50-60% of dogs and cats are overweight or obese and is one of the most common disease states in companion animals ❓

Within this percentage only 10% of owners realise this. Obesity doesn’t just affect the way our pets look, it can also have major impacts on our pets health and day to day activities. Many owners over feed their cats and dogs or give treats such as cheese and ham without knowing the impact it is having on their pets. Obesity can increase the risk for the following:
· Arthritis
· Cardiovascular disease
· Diabetes
· Respiratory disease
· Decreased life expectancy.
· Decreased quality of life.

Keeping your pet at their ideal weight can lead to your pet feeling their happiest and healthiest. The ideal body weight is not based off the number on the scale, it is based on their Body Score Condition as pictured below.

☎️ If you are interested in finding out if your dog is at the correct weight, then call the clinic on 8931 0455 to book in with one of our experienced nurses for a weight consult.

26/03/2024

🐰🐣Easter closing times🐣🐰

We are closing on the following days:
Friday 29th of March
Saturday 30th of March
Sunday 31st of March
Monday 1st of April

There will be several clinics on call for emergencies during this period.
When you phone 8931 0455 it will divert you to the clinic on call with a voice message instructing you what to do next.

We will be back open as normal on the 2nd of April.

🍫🚫🍫🚫Chocolate Toxicity🚫🍫🚫🍫A reminder to pet owners this Easter, that while we enjoy our long weekend overindulging in ch...
25/03/2024

🍫🚫🍫🚫Chocolate Toxicity🚫🍫🚫🍫

A reminder to pet owners this Easter, that while we enjoy our long weekend overindulging in chocolate, our pets are at a higher risk of ending up in the veterinary hospital at this time of year.

Chocolate contains Theobromine and caffeine, which our pets metabolise at a much slower rate than us. Dark chocolate will contain more of these ingredients versus milk and white chocolate, but it does mean that these are still fine for them to eat. Chocolate may also contain high levels of fat and sugar, which can impact on our pets' health causing an upset tummy, vomiting, diarrhoea, pancreatitis and blood glucose / insulin problems.

Easter egg foil wrappings are hazardous too, as they have the potential when eaten to cause tissue trauma and choking, and obstructions in the gastro-intestinal tract.

Some of the early symptoms associated with ingesting chocolate at a toxic level include :
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Excessive Urination
• Increased thirst
• Hyperactivity
• Racing heart
This may then be followed by :
• Depression
• Tremors
• Seizures
• Abnormal heart rhythms
• Coma

If you suspect your pet has eaten chocolate, it’s important not to panic – try to work out the type and quantity of chocolate eaten, and ring 8931 0455 as soon as possible to speak with a vet for advice.

And to help keep your pets happy and healthy enjoying Easter at home with you, keep pets out of harms way during egg hunts, and Easter eggs out of reach of paws and noses!

19/03/2024

DURACK, DARWIN - SMALL ANIMAL

university ave & darwin my vet logo

Full or Part Time Vet Position

We are seeking a veterinary surgeon to join our expanding team at University Avenue Vet Hospital and Darwin My Vet Service!

About us:

We are 100% small animal
We have all the toys; dedicated operating theatres, separate dog and cat wards, IDEXX machines, digital x-ray, new ESAOTE ultrasounds (they’re awesome!), digital dental radiographs, a video endoscope and orthopaedic equipment (locking plate system)
Our vets don’t leave us for local clinics – we only have vacancies if vets move interstate or have babies (and they still come back)
We’re a close knit, relaxed team and work efficiently together
We have a good work life balance with 2 nights a month on call, and we all work together to leave on time
Awesome support staff and qualified nurses
2 established clinics both kitted out and operate independently (neither is a “branch” clinic)
We are family friendly and will accommodate working parents and kids are always included on team social activities
Lovely clients! We have a great practice manager who is very supportive of our team. We also work closely with NT Police dog unit, Department of Corrections dog squad, Military Police, Emergency Detection Dogs, Greyhound Rehoming Association, Top End Rehoming and Wildcare NT.
Visiting ophthalmologist Dr Anu O’Reilly from Melbourne Eye Vet
Visiting dermatologist Dr John Hutt from Dermatology for Animals
About you:

You love the profession and wish to provide best practice medicine and excellent patient care
You enjoy coming to work and seeing the team, but also enjoy going home on time!
You want a good work life balance with minimal after hours and weekend work
Ideally you’re experienced and confident with routine medicine and surgery, however, if there are areas you need to develop or complex cases you’ve got experienced colleagues to turn to
You have special interests whether that’s surgery, medicine, exotics etc… we’ll encourage and develop your niche
You know your limitations and are happy to be involved in group case discussions and internally refer cases as needed
We’d love you to be full time (38 hours per week) but permanent part time also considered
You want to expand your skills through relevant CPD ongoing, we will support you in this
You want to live in tropical Darwin and never feel cold again and be closer to Asia for long weekends in Bali. We have the best markets and laksa!
Visit www.tourismtopend.com.au for further information. You can also find our practices at www.univets.com.au and www.darwinmyvetservice.com.au.

If you are interested in joining our team, please contact the Practice Manager and forward your details to [email protected]

Due to unforeseen circumstances Bella is searching for a new home. She is a 7 year old, desexed, Border Collie mix.Pleas...
08/02/2024

Due to unforeseen circumstances Bella is searching for a new home.
She is a 7 year old, desexed, Border Collie mix.
Please contact the current owner on 0403 023 195 for more information on Bella😊

27/11/2023

Lorikeet was handed in late last week, it is tame and believe it is owned.

If you are missing your lorikeet please contact us on 8931 0455 if you think it may be yours.

Proof of ownership will be required.

It’s getting hot in here!🥵 So keep your pups inside🐶As the weather begins to heat up we need to:🐕‍🦺 Walk them during the...
16/10/2023

It’s getting hot in here!🥵
So keep your pups inside🐶

As the weather begins to heat up we need to:

🐕‍🦺 Walk them during the cooler times of the day, usually before 8:30am in the mornings and after 5:30pm in the afternoons. Always walk them at their own pace and have a break on the grass if needed.

🛣️ Watch their paws on pathways, walk on the grass when possible.

🎾 Playing ball early mornings or afternoons in a shady area with cool grass to lay on and fresh water available.

🚲 Do not ride with your dog attached to a lead, most dogs will keep going even if it is too much for them.

⏰ Short walks with lots of stops to let them sniff around and mark their territory is sometimes more stimulating and enriching than a long walk.

🐶 Brachycephalic breeds (pugs, bulldogs, cavaliers etc) will have a harder time cooling themselves down through panting so be extra cautious if you own a breed like this.

❗️SIGNS OF HEAT STRESS BELOW❗️

Heat stress can have damaging and long term effects on our furry friends which are sometimes irreversible and life threatening.

If any of these signs happen during the hotter months please contact us on 8931 0455.

16/10/2023

A young healthy corella was handed into us this morning. We believe it may be someone’s pet due to its condition and nature.
Please phone 8931 0455 if you are missing a corella and think it may be yours.

12/09/2023

Both University Avenue Vet Hospital and Darwin My Vet Service are looking for an experienced part -time, potentially full – time Vet Nurse to join our team (locum work would also be a possibility during Christmas time). Join a supportive team that values work-life balance, flexible hours, and after-hours emergency opportunities. We are a small team with 1 – 2 vets on a day and 2-3 nurses.

The Role:

· Part – time position, we are open Monday – Friday 7:30-6:30 (shift times vary) and Saturday (7:30-3:30) Sundays closed.
· General nursing tasks, pre and post operative care, anaesthetic nursing, critical and emergency care, reception tasks, maintaining overall hygiene or the clinic and equipment.

Ideal applicant:

Cert 4 qualified or 2+ years’ experience with nursing.

Knowledge on general anaesthetic nursing of dogs and cats.

Knowledge of patient care pre and post operatively.

Client communications, admitting and discharging patients, booking in appointments, and triaging.

Apply now : email your resume to [email protected] or [email protected] if you are interested.

🦷🐶 🪥 DENTAL MONTH🪥🐶🦷Dental month is approaching at University Avenue Veterinary Hospital. For the whole month of August ...
19/07/2023

🦷🐶 🪥 DENTAL MONTH🪥🐶🦷

Dental month is approaching at University Avenue Veterinary Hospital.

For the whole month of August receive 20% off your pets scale and polish

If your pet has any of the following symptoms please call the clinic to get their mouth checked!

🪥 Halitosis (bad breath)
🪥 Yellow Staining
🪥Dropping Kibble or refusing kibble
🪥Pawing at mouth
🪥Bleeding gums
🪥Won’t let you look in their mouth (this can be due to pain)
🪥Swelling around jaw or eyes

🦠Dental disease is extremely common in our furry friends and can sometimes go undetected until it’s too late. They can be graded from 1-4 and if detected early then the use of at-home dental care products and tools can save your pets teeth🦠

❗️Our Nurses will be providing FREE dental checks starting now and continuing on for the rest of the year.❗️

☎️ Please call 8931 0455 to speak with reception if you are interested in getting your dog or cat their free check up today☎️

🎆 🎇 🎆TERRITORY DAY🎆🎇🎆 Territory Day is coming up fast! Many of our pets find the loud noises of the fireworks terrifying...
31/05/2023

🎆 🎇 🎆TERRITORY DAY🎆🎇🎆

Territory Day is coming up fast! Many of our pets find the loud noises of the fireworks terrifying. Make sure your fences and gates are safe and secure, but even better if you can keep your pets inside with you. Put on some music or the TV to mask the sound, and remember that treats and cuddles will make them feel much better and will not reinforce the fear.

Some pets need medication to help them calm down in the event of loud noises like fireworks, if you think your dog will need medication please contact the clinic to organise a consultation with one of our friendly vets to discuss the best options to keep your fur babies safe this cracker night.

Call the clinic on 08 8931 0455 to speak with our team to figure out what will be the best plan for your pets this Territory Day.

26/03/2023

We are having issues diverting our phones to the vets on call this morning.
Darwin Veterinary Hospital is on call today, Sunday 26th March 2023, so for all emergencies, please contact them on (08) 8927 9033.
Apologies for any inconveniences caused

LOST in driver. Please contact the clinic on 8931 0455 if you have seen him
25/03/2023

LOST in driver. Please contact the clinic on 8931 0455 if you have seen him

29/01/2023

☎️☎️☎️☎️ PHONES DOWN☎️☎️☎️☎️

We are experiencing some internet and phone issues that are expected to be fixed tomorrow.

In the meantime all Afterhours emergencies will be seen at WULAGI vet clinic.

Call Vet Chat on 1300 702 032 if you need to talk to a Vet for advice.

Apologies for any inconveniences

18/01/2023

FOUND
White pigeon dropped in yesterday after being found at the waterfront
Domesticated pigeon
Please phone the clinic on 8931 0455 with proof of ownership if you think it is yours

This little guy was handed into us today as a stray. Found in farrar.Help us find his owners! Contact the clinic on 8931...
29/12/2022

This little guy was handed into us today as a stray. Found in farrar.
Help us find his owners!
Contact the clinic on 8931 0455 if you have any information

***UPDATE*** Jia has found a new home💛Due to unforeseen circumstances Jia’s owner is unable to move with her owner and i...
28/12/2022

***UPDATE*** Jia has found a new home💛

Due to unforeseen circumstances Jia’s owner is unable to move with her owner and is looking for a new home.
Jia is a 6 year old female mix breed.
Please contact the clinic on 8931 0455 for further information.

Sad time of the year saying goodbye to such an important part of the Uni Ave team. We appreciate everything you have don...
14/12/2022

Sad time of the year saying goodbye to such an important part of the Uni Ave team. We appreciate everything you have done over the past 7 years and we should like to wish you all the best on your nex adventure in Cairns. All the best and thanks again 😘 ❤️ all the Team

🐕🐕🐕CANINE PARVO VIRUS🐕🐕🐕We are already beginning to see a number of cases of Parvo in clinic. Most susceptible to this v...
08/09/2022

🐕🐕🐕CANINE PARVO VIRUS🐕🐕🐕

We are already beginning to see a number of cases of Parvo in clinic.
Most susceptible to this virus are unvaccinated puppies but it can also effect adult dogs who may not be up to date with their annual vaccinations.
Parvovirus lives in soil and can thrive in there for a number of years and spread once it begins to rain.
Ensure your new puppy gets all 3 vaccines and do not let them on the grass, out to the dog park, around dogs with unknown vaccine history or around houses with unknown parvovirus history.

Signs of parvovirus:
💩diarrhoea
💩vomiting
💩not wanting to eat
💩lethargy, not wanting to get up
💩weight loss
💩fever

Please call the clinic on 8931 0455 if your puppy or adult dog is experiencing any of these symptoms or you are after some advice on your new puppy and how to protect them.

August is dental month whilst we do free dental checks all year round this month we are offering 20% off a scale and pol...
04/08/2022

August is dental month whilst we do free dental checks all year round this month we are offering 20% off a scale and polish with a sample of Oravet and T/D.
Call 8931 0455 for a nurse consult if you have any concerns with your pets breath, teeth or gums.

Lovely boy picked up in Adelaide River now at the clinic.If you are missing this guy call 8931 0455 tomorrow from 8am.(P...
25/07/2022

Lovely boy picked up in Adelaide River now at the clinic.
If you are missing this guy call 8931 0455 tomorrow from 8am.
(Proof of ownership required).

Thanks Marissa, Hazel, Lucy and Turpie x See you when you come back.
13/07/2022

Thanks Marissa, Hazel, Lucy and Turpie x See you when you come back.

26/03/2022

Domestic rabbit found in Marlows, in good health. Please phone the clinic on 8931 0455 if you think it might be yours - description will be needed.

We are looking for a new nurse to join our awesome team! Where are you?😊Experience is a must with the ability to work in...
02/03/2022

We are looking for a new nurse to join our awesome team! Where are you?😊

Experience is a must with the ability to work in a busy fast paced diverse clinic in the AMAZING Top End!
Our practice has a high level of service and supports training and team building.
If you feel you have the the passion and drive to support our dedicated clients, our team and visiting specialists please send your resume to
[email protected]

Merry Christmas!We will be closed from 5pm today and reopen on Wednesday 29th December. For all emergencies please call ...
23/12/2021

Merry Christmas!
We will be closed from 5pm today and reopen on Wednesday 29th December.
For all emergencies please call 8931 0455 and you will be directed to the clinic on call.

Happy Vet Nurse Day to all our amazing nurses!
08/10/2021

Happy Vet Nurse Day to all our amazing nurses!

Address

66 University Avenue
Palmerston, NT
0830

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6pm
Friday 7:30am - 6pm
Saturday 7:30am - 3pm

Telephone

+61889310455

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