The Gap Vet Surgery

24/07/2024

Ensuring the safety of our dogs from fleas and paralysis ticks is imperative throughout every season 🐶

Year-long flea and paralysis tick protection for dogs is now available in just one dose! 🤩

Now you can enjoy every season worry-free, knowing your furry friend is protected! Ask us today if this treatmentis suitable for your dog- Ph: 07 3300 1533

01/02/2024

Did you know? 🐕

During summer higher humidity and activities like swimming can predispose your dog to developing an ear infection, also known as Otitis Externa.

Common signs of an infection:
- Red ears
- Shaking their head
- Scratching their ears 🐾
- Ears may sometimes smell
- In severe cases, pain or vocalising when the ear is touched ⚡

If you think your dog is exhibiting any of these signs let us know so we can help! Call us on 3300 1533 to organise an examination with one of our team. 🐶

05/01/2024

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07/09/2023

Dash is HOME!

**Edit - He got a fright from another cat and ended up half a dozen houses down the street. Thankful for ID tags & microchips

LOST!

Have you seen this kitty?
Snuck out the door at 6pm on Wednesday 6/9.

Desexed male, collar with ID tags & phone numbers.

If you have seen him please call 3300 1533 or message me.

He has us all very stressed and worried 😢 Very unlike him to not be banging on the door demanding to be let back in.

Thank you

07/08/2023

Need more love in your life?

This cute little Lovebird is looking for a home. Very active & loves to chirp!

Give us a call if you'd LOVE to offer a forever home
3300 1533

04/07/2023

It might be all the rain but these cats and dogs are starting to look a bit funny 🤔

18/05/2023

Found - Cockatiel 🦜

Is anyone missing a cockatiel? Quite sweet, has a leg ring but we have been unable to track the number.

Please contact The Gap Vet on 3300 1533
Description required by owner prior to pickup.

Thank you

13/01/2023

Barkley was super excited to get a new toy after his Vet visit today! You can positively see the excitement 🥰

21/12/2022

❤️ All I want for Christmas is a forever home ❤️

Meet Shade & Smudge! These beautiful 8 week old sisters are looking for homes for the holidays.

Shade has secret stripes hidden in her dark coat and is a bundle of energy ⚡
While Smudge loves to play but snuggle too 🐾
Note - Smudge must be an indoor only cat to minimise the risk of cancer due to her white coat.

$55 including first vaccination & worming (given 14/12/22).

Do you or someone you know need a little package of love & fun wrapped in a fur coat? 🐈

Give us a call on 3300 1533!

14/11/2022

***ATTENTION: TICK WARNING***

You may have seen the recent news about a current nationwide shortage of paralysis tick anti-serum which is used to treat cases of tick paralysis. Without access to this potentially life-saving medication, this shortage means that if your pet is affected with tick paralysis, it will be even more difficult to treat.

Coupled with the shortage of tick anti-serum, concerningly we are also seeing a spike in the number of pets requiring treatment for tick paralysis this year. It is critical to ensure your pet is protected against this potentially fatal condition. Prevention is better than treatment!

Fortunately, there are simple steps you can take to protect your dog. Firstly, we urgently and strongly recommend all dogs be given an effective preventative. Please CHECK your product to make sure it treats for Australian Paralysis Ticks & check the date you last applied it. If you are not sure if your product is correct, our Vet Nurses are more than happy to help over the phone.

Secondly, dogs and cats should be checked DAILY for ticks, even if on a preventative. More information on how to perform a thorough tick search can be found here Tick Check.

Finally, be on the lookout for any of the signs of tick paralysis as the earlier cases are diagnosed, the better the outcome. Signs of tick paralysis can vary, and may include:

- Altered mobility, which may include loss of coordination and weakness, often seen as a wobbly walk in dogs & not wanting to jump up onto furniture in cats
- Change or loss of voice/bark
- Laboured or rapid breathing, grunting noises and/or abdominal heaving, raspy breathing
- Coughing, gagging and vomiting
- Loss of appetite (not in early cases)
- Appearing generally unwell

If you find a tick on your pet or notice any of these signs, call the clinic to discuss with one of our team.

Please contact us for more information or book your appointment to discuss with our vet team on 3300 1533.

28/10/2022

I NEED A HOME

I'm Pebbles! I am a 2.5 years old desexed boy and I'm sweet but also cheeky. Mum says I am a Domestic Shorthair cross Ragdoll and up to date on all my vaccinations. I am currently living with a couple of those stinky tail-waggers you humans call dogs and we get on pretty well.

Unfortunately my family are moving interstate and unable to take me with them. Could you be my forever family?

The team at The Gap Vet Surgery are helping me find my forever home so give them a call if you might be interested. Ph: 3300 1533

Please share :)

07/09/2022

These gorgeous brothers are visiting us for desexing today. Kitty yinyangs are the cutest!

Meet Ragnar & Beowulf 😻

13/08/2022

Before and after photos of dentistry.

Miss Nellie and her sister Bella visited us yesterday for their routine Dental Ultrasonic scale and Polish. Here are the before and after shots of Nellie, demonstrating thick yellow/cream calculus on her teeth. If left untreated this calculus will cause the gum line to recede and can damage teeth, resulting in pain, infection and tooth loss. 😱

Getting regular dental cleans like Nellie and Bella not only mean no nasty doggy-breath for their family, but that they'll have healthy teeth for years to come. ❤️

Did you know that 80% of dogs and 70% of cats over 3 years old have dental disease?

08/08/2022

***Update - On a trial with new Mum & Doggy Brother 😍***

Seeking a furever home ❤️

We have a sweet kitten at the clinic looking for a loving home. Give us a call or drop in if you might be interested ☺️

Temporary Name: Minx
Age: Approx 4 months
S*x: Female, entire
Microchip: No

I am super cuddly but always ready to play! My favourite hobbies are doing zoomies around the clinic and chasing balls of paper. I'm not sure about dogs yet but I could probably make friends with the right dog. I love snuggling right under your chin and nuzzling. Come meet me! ❤️

Feel free to share this post with family and friends.

29/07/2022

Lookout Ticks are about! 🙀

Sweet Winston visited us yesterday as he had a slightly wobbly gait in his hind limbs and some difficulty getting up.

Dr Luken found this Australian Paralysis Tick was the culprit and we immediately set to work putting in an intravenous catheter and administering tick antiserum. Thankfully Winston's mum picked up the symptoms very quickly so he was able to go home this afternoon after some TLC and a new short haircut.

Without treatment Winston would have become completely paralysed, had difficulty breathing, and would have aspirated food & water into his lungs. Tick season is generally around July - February but in The Gap we see the occasional tick at other times of the year too so stay vigilant!

A timely reminder to dose your furbabies with their flea and tick treatment ❤️

21/07/2022

21/07/2022

08/07/2022

Meet Albus! This affectionate little cutie was having nurse cuddles prior to his castration today.

Look at that gorgeous curious face ❤️
Snoozing the afternoon away 💤

18/05/2022

UPDATE: Our phones are working again! Thank you for your patience.

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Our phone lines are temporarily down but we're working on it!

If you are unable to get through to us please email [email protected] and our Nurses can help you.

This post will be updated once phone services resume.

Thank you!

12/05/2022

A notice for all our wonderful clients - Our Opening Hours Have Changed!

Unfortunately due to the national Veterinary shortage we need to change our hours until further notice. Please see below for details.

Thank you for your understanding 🐶 😊

28/04/2022

Giveaway! - Styrofoam eskis (with or without freezer bricks) and cardboard boxes

We're always looking for ways we can minimise our waste and impact on the environment and we thought there might be community members who could reuse these items instead of them ending up in landfill.

Interested? Ask our nurses at the front desk 😊

16/02/2022

Laziest receptionist ever!
Introducing 'Dash' the clinic cat

17/08/2021

Miss Amelie is adorable but unfortunately suffers from Brachycephalic Obstructed Airway Syndrome like most of her breed (Pugs, French Bulldogs & Bulldogs) so her airways were too small to breathe properly.

Dr Scott performed surgery to widen Amelie's nares (nostrils) and shorten her soft palate, removing excess tissue which blocks the wind pipe. Now Amelie is both beautiful AND is a breath of fresh air😉 Check out the amazing surgical photos if you aren't too squeamish.

08/08/2021

Back to Business as Usual!

We are operating as usual (no telemedicine required) but with covid safe practices.

We'd love your help by observing the following guidelines:

- One person per family
- Call ahead for your pet's medications or other products
- Log in using QLD covid app prior to entry
- Wear your mask
- Practice appropriate social distancing
- Return to your vehicle if you are unwell or have recently visited a covid hot spot and call our staff for further direction

Thanks everyone!
We can keep each other safe by being mindful of our actions.

05/08/2021

IMPORTANT

02/08/2021

We are open!

As an essential service we are still here for your pet's medical needs during lockdown.

To keep everyone safe we have made a few adjustments so please speak to our wonderful Vet Nurses for an appointment.

Ph: 3300 1533

09/07/2021

Look out! Ticks are about!

Tick season has started early this year with 4 patients carrying Australian Paralysis Ticks in the last week.

Check your tick prevention is up to date. We recommend Bravecto or Nexgard Spectra 😊

29/06/2021

Adorable Star came to visit us for her puppy health check last week. Isn't she just the cutest?!

09/06/2021

The adorable Bacon & Beans after having their teeth scaled and polished ❤️

The absolute best way to ensure excellent dental health 🪥