The Village Vet

27/06/2024

Is your Pet suffering from Arthritis✋. 4CYTE is a daily feed supplement that prevents and treats joint health problems.

4CYTE is a joint supplement for dogs which contains ingredients that help to reduce arthritic symptoms. It's also great for large breed dogs or active dogs that are more prone to joint and cartilage issues. 4CYTE comes in small granules that you add to your dogs food.

4CYTE also has products that work well for cats.

Book online at The Village Vet or call us directly at the Pymble Clinic on 9499 4010 or Killara Hospital on 8350 5678.

27/06/2024

Help us break out the colour for Diversity Days pride month this June 🏳️‍🌈! Do you have any photos of your pets wearing their colours with pride? Tag us or share them here 👇🏾.

😍🐈🐶🐾.

26/06/2024

A feel good story to share today... An amazing effort by Sydney Wildlife (Sydney Metropolitan Wildlife Services) and Fire Services 🥰. Thanks for caring and going the extra mile.

26/06/2024

Lovely to see all these proud new parents at puppy school! If you have a puppy who would like to go to school for a few weeks, contact John from DogWise Behaviour and Training. He runs training programs from The Village Vet locations.

26/06/2024

Is your cat suffering from Arthritis😓. SOLENSIA is a new treatment option for cats suffering from arthritis and joint pain. Made by Zoetis this treatment option has changed how vets are able to manage Arthritis.

Solensia is a monoclonal antibody that is injected under the skin. It targets a protein that stimulates pain in arthritic patients. It can be safely administered monthly to help alleviate signs of O.A.

25/06/2024

Offer is available Starting JULY 1!! Book in now to avoid missing out 🤩

24/06/2024

Is your dog suffering from Arthritis😓. Beransa is a new treatment option for dogs suffering from arthritis and joint pain. Made by Zoetis this treatment option has changed how vets are able to manage Arthritis.

Beransa is a monoclonal antibody that is injected under the skin. It targets a protein that stimulates pain in arthritic patients. It can be safely administered monthly to help alleviate signs of O.A.

24/06/2024

We are feelin' the love at The Village Vet 💕 today. We couldn't do it without all our lovely clients, our supportive community and our wonderful veterinary team 😘.

21/06/2024

Meet Duke👋, Dr. Martine's very own Kelpie. Duke is a picky eater with a sensitive stomach, making it challenging to find suitable food for him. A few months ago, Duke started on Prime 100 and Dr. Martine reports that he loves it and it’s been great for his sensitive gut.

The Village Vet is excited to announce that Prime 100 pet food is now available in-clinic at Pymble and Killara🥳. Prime 100 uses single protein diets (SPD) that comes in slow cooked stews, steam cooked fresh rolls or air dried kibble.

Ask our staff about Prime 100 next time you visit The Village Vet, or come by and give it a try!

20/06/2024

Dr Martine Perkins is delighted to be able to offer CBD to our client’s pets🥳. CBD is a strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. It can be used to improve treatment outcomes for a wide variety of conditions in pets including chronic pain, osteoarthritis, epilepsy, anxiety and anti-nausea benefits.

Do not fret ✋CBD is a non-psychoactive extract and does not contain THC, it will not make your pet feel high🫨.

Pets can take CBD in multiple ways: orally or topically. PetCann provides oils, topicals, treats and chews for dogs and oils and topicals for cats. The choice often depends on the pet’s species, preference, the desired effect, and the specific condition your vet is targeting.

To learn more read our blog
👉https://thevillagevet.com.au/2024/01/31/cannabidiol-cbd-a-k-a-cannabis-for-pets/ #:~:text=Human%20medicinal%20cannabis%20products%20are,interactions%2Fadjustments%20to%20other%20medications.

19/06/2024

Did you know that if a cat has high blood pressure it is often a sign of an underlying health issue and is more prevalent in older pets🤚.

As humans we know high blood pressure is often associated with smoking or fatty diets, so why cats? Feline hypertension is most often a secondary symptom, triggered by an underlying health issue.

Causes of feline hypertension might be kidney, thyroid or adrenal gland disease, anaemia or excess salt in their diet.

Systemic feline hypertension might lead to organ damage (kidney, eyes, heart and brain).


The good news is that it is easy to check a cat's blood pressure 🧐. The Village Vet will always test your cat's blood pressure as part of our routine screening during a health check.

To make an appointment, book online or call The Village Vet Pymble 9499 4010 or Killara 8350 5678 directly.

18/06/2024

Has your pet slowed down recently ✋? Aging does not have to stop your pet from living and enjoying life. It may be osteoarthritis that is holding them back from their full potential🔐.

Osteoarthritis (commonly known as arthritis) is a degenerative, painful and debilitating joint disease that affects dogs and cats. It makes movement difficult and painful and progressively gets worse over time.

👉Signs of Osteoarthritis

• Difficulty or reluctance to walk, climbing stairs or jumping/landing
• Resting more than normal, decrease in general activity, particularly playtime.
• Abnormal gait or limping
• Swollen joints that are warm to the touch.
• Toileting accidents.
• Licking or gnawing at joints or paws.
• Repelling your petting/touching them.
• Postural change or muscle wastage.
• Cats may become more withdrawn and hide more often.
• Cats fail to groom themselves, eat less and lose weight.

To learn more visit our Blog
👉https://thevillagevet.com.au/2022/05/31/osteoarthritis-arthritis-and-joint-health/

We are here to help
Book online at The Village Vet or call us directly at the Pymble Clinic on 9499 4010 or Killara Hospital on 8350 5678.

17/06/2024

Our very own Dr Martine Perkins was given the opportunity to deliver a speech to a group of year 10-12 students at Killara High School. Dr Martine loves her profession and cares about the future of the industry so an opportunity to inspire a new generation of future vets is an invaluable one.

15/06/2024

The Village Vet is excited to announce the introduction of Prime 100 pet food which is now available in-clinic at Pymble and Killara at really competitive prices🥳. Your pet will love this product🤯.

What is Prime 100?
A complete and balanced diet, Prime 100 is 100% Australian made and owned. They are dedicated to eco-friendly packaging solutions. Prime 100 uses single protein diets (SPD) that comes in slow cooked stews, steam cooked fresh rolls or air dried kibble.

Many of their products use novel proteins and are considered low allergen. Prime 100 food does not contain fillers.

Ask our staff next time you come by The Village Vet. Or jump onto the Prime 100 website for in-depth detail on their products and their business practices.

14/06/2024

Frida has been adopted!! She was roughly 12 weeks old and an absolute delight to have in the clinic🫶. Frida and her brother were found on the streets of West Pymble and have now both found their forever homes 🥰. Thanks to the community member for bringing her in.

13/06/2024

Bereavement. We are Here to Help💔.

Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the most challenging decisions pet owners face🪽. Our veterinarians approach euthanasia with the utmost compassion, ensuring your pet’s peaceful transition is surrounded by love and care. We provide a calm and stress-free environment, allowing you and your pet to share those final moments together.

We are here for you when an end-of-life decision needs to be made. The option of at-home euthanasia is available to all our clients and our staff are trained to assist you with after-life care decisions.

For more information
Book online at The Village Vet or call us directly at the Pymble Clinic on 9499 4010 or Killara Hospital on 8350 5678.

Lifeline's 13 11 14 crisis support service is available 24/7. Anyone in Australia can speak to a trained Crisis Supporter over the phone, any time of the day or night.

12/06/2024

Here are some helpful tips to look after your senior pets best through the tougher winter months 🥶:

1/ Step up their health checks to bi-annual vet visits. Catching health issues early is critical for senior pets.

2/ Providing a variety of sleeping options will allow your pet to self-regulate their body temperatures as they need while at home. For example, having a bed that is next to a window for some sunlight or in a warmer part of the house.

3/ Cats and dogs are susceptible to hypothermia and generally should be kept inside during very cold weather. While some dogs might have sufficient hair to tolerate cooler temperatures, it’s important to take time to learn your own pet’s tolerance levels.

4/ Adjust their outdoor activities in cold weather according to your pets needs. Shorter walks for senior dogs during cold weather might help if they are arthritic or have joint pain.

5/ If your dog has a short coat or seems bothered by the cold, they might tolerate wearing a coat. Be sure to use a dry one every time as a damp coat will make them colder.

11/06/2024

Keeping your pets warm in the winter 🤧🥶

Like us, our furry friends get cold too! Aging pets are particularly susceptible as they find it harder to regulate body temperatures.

Signs Your Pet is Cold ✋
• Shivering
• Shaking
• Whining
• Anxious behaviour
• Seeking places to shelter
• Hunched posture with a tucked tail
• Lifting one paw off the ground

How can you help 🧐
• Bed positioning
• Clothing
• Senior Classes
• Regular exercise

10/06/2024

08/06/2024

The World Oceans Day theme for 2024 is “Waves of Change: Collective Actions for the Ocean”. This theme emphasises the importance of working together to find solutions to ocean challenges.

At The Village Vet, we take our environmental initiatives seriously and try to do our part for a cleaner and more sustainable future. This year we have succesfully completed our climate care program through Vets for Climate Action. This was a rigorous process that our team put a significant amount of time and energy into. For more information we would love you to come in and ask us.

07/06/2024

Say Hello to Teddy 👋. This cutie came in for a dental check as his owner noticed he had bad breath 🤢. Teddy needed multiple extractions and a scale and polish. This is Teddy 4 days post-op with Dr Giné happily taking treats. He is doing well after his procedure and has got the all clear ☺️!

06/06/2024

Reminder that we are closed next Monday the 10th of June!! If you have any food or medication pickup be sure to come during our opening hours 🥰. Also make sure that boarding drops off are in before.

05/06/2024

Do you remember this guy who got picked up? He has found his forever home🥰! He is roughly 12 weeks old and was picked up off the streets of West Pymble. Thanks to the lovely community member for bringing him in🙌.

05/06/2024

Exciting news at The Village Vet! We are finalists for Local Business Awards for pet care in Hornsby and Kuringai 🤩🥳. A huge shout out to everyone who voted for us, we could not do this without your support 🙏😘.

Next steps in the awards process is a submission detailing our business practices, what makes us special 🥰, why and how it we do it and our contributions to our community and our planet 🌏.

Wish us luck 🤞and we will share some of our information with you all along the way.

05/06/2024

This is beautiful Nala a 7 month old English Staffordshire Terrier. She came in to have a routine Spey (Desexing) with Dr Lawrence. Nala was filled with snuggles and kisses from all the staff at Pymble🤗. She is at home recovering well from her procedure ❤️‍🩹.

04/06/2024

This little cutie did not stick around for very long. Thanks to the community for bringing in this kitten safe and sound from the streets so we could find it a home🙌.

03/06/2024

Mutual care through winter months.

Did you know... 76% of pet owners report that their health has improved as a result of owning a pet AND 87% of pet owners say that they have experienced mental health improvements from pet ownership.

We think that's pretty special!! So when your dog or cat reaches their senior years, your bond is stronger than ever. You understand each other better, you rely on each other for company and, as it turns out, you also rely on each other for good health.

02/06/2024

This adorable juvenile Bandicoot was brought in by a heroic member of the public❤️‍🩹. It was attacked and had a wound at the base of its tail. We administered warmth, flushed the wound and delivered subcutaneous fluids as well as pain relief. The bandicoot was sent to a wildlife carer for rehabilitation and release. 💗

👉If you come across any injured wildlife contact a wildlife carer or give us a call at
Pymble Clinic on 9499 4010 or Killara Hospital on 8350 5678.

📍📍Make a note of saving these numbers for an emergency.

31/05/2024

Is it old age or Arthritis? Transform Your Senior Dogs Life Today.
We have a special place in our hearts for senior pets. Read on to see how you can best care for them this winter.
https://mailchi.mp/246096354b29/is-it-old-age-or-arthritis-transform-your-senior-dogs-life-today

31/05/2024

This is Dr Elle one of our amazing Vets in action. Dr Elle is stitching up during a routine desexing operation. Beautiful Kaiju received lots of love from Nurse Alex and the rest of the team after her operation.