4 Paws Veterinarians

4 Paws Veterinarians For all your Pets healthcare needs including Medical 🏥, Radiology 🩻, Pathology 🧬 and Surgery 🩺 . ❤️‍🩹The Vet your Pet Loves to Vist! ❤️‍🩹
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🧐 Did you know we are offering free heartworming testing with annual heartworm injections⁉️Testing for Heartworm require...
17/03/2025

🧐 Did you know we are offering free heartworming testing with annual heartworm injections⁉️

Testing for Heartworm requires a simple blood test that can be performed in house to detect antigens produced by the adult heartworms. This is combined with the vet assessing a small droplet of blood under the microscope for microfilaria (baby worms - pictured). A second antigen test is needed to confirm a positive result if there are no microfilaria seen. Our vets may also recommend further blood testing via an external lab or imaging be performed.
It takes 6- 9 months for heartworm antigens to be produced by adult worms from the time of infection. This means dogs that test negative, with previous heartworm prevention history, will require a repeat test to ensure that they are truely free of heartworm disease.

📣 Client Testimonial 📣We were super happy to hear that Indy is doing well now she has fully recovered from her TPLO surg...
14/03/2025

📣 Client Testimonial 📣
We were super happy to hear that Indy is doing well now she has fully recovered from her TPLO surgery performed last year! Check out the feedback we recieved from her Mum today:
"When I took Indy for a walk this am she was just so happy. Running and playing just like she used to.
i just wanted to thank Dr. Mike and the team for helping my girl get back to her old self ❤️ "

🤩 Meet Kenai! 🤩Kenai has gained a new lease on life and regained her mobility (see the video in comments) after having b...
09/03/2025

🤩 Meet Kenai! 🤩
Kenai has gained a new lease on life and regained her mobility (see the video in comments) after having both knees operated on for cruciate ligament ruptures by our experienced orthopaedic surgeon Dr Mike using the TPLO technique.

The cruciate ligament is essentially the dog's equivalent of an ACL in a human. In dogs the ligament wears and tears over time until eventually the ligament has fully tears. Often these patients have concurrent cartilage and meniscal damage subsequently which increases the pain and discomfort.

Dr Mike has completed extensive training so that he can skilfully perform the complicated TPLO technique, which studies have shown is the best procedure to give better limb function and reduce osteoarthritis compared to other procedures. TPLO surgery aims to firstly treat cartilage damage in the joint, and then secondly the tibial plateau angle of the knee is modified, thus reducing the joints instability. This is done by making a curved osteotomy (cut in the bone) in the tibia using a special saw, the cut section of bone is then rotated a precalculated amount (from x-rays) and a plate with screws is placed to hold it in place to allow it to heal in its new position.

🦟 HEARTWORM - THE FACTS 🦟Now is the perfect time to test your dog and transition to the annual heartworm injection, the ...
03/03/2025

🦟 HEARTWORM - THE FACTS 🦟

Now is the perfect time to test your dog and transition to the annual heartworm injection, the most reliable heartworm prevention available! We are still offering a free heartworm test with every dog receiving an injection.

Heartworm is spread by the bite of a mosquito. The heartworms then enter the dog's bloods stream, before they migrate to the heart and lung and mature into adult worms. The heartworms reside in the heart and lungs, reproducing and resulting in microfilaria (baby worms) and antigens being released in the blood stream.
The adult worms cause damage and inflammation to the lungs, heart and vasculature of the lungs. This leads to decreased lung compliance (ability to easily breath) and heart disease.

Did you know 1 IN 5 dogs will contract Heartworm if they are not on prevention⁉️Starting Monday we will be offering free...
20/02/2025

Did you know 1 IN 5 dogs will contract Heartworm if they are not on prevention⁉️

Starting Monday we will be offering free Heartworm testing to those client's that start the annual Heartworm injection on the same day. Annual Heartworm injections are the most reliable way to prevent Heartworm disease.

Heartworm is a fatal disease spread by mosquitoes, with the prevalence in Townsville being so high that dogs in Townsville are the Australian study population for the disease!

🥰 Did someone say puppy cuddles? Dr Kate and Dr Mikaela loving a little snuggle with these cuties 🥰 Just look at them 🫶...
20/02/2025

🥰 Did someone say puppy cuddles? Dr Kate and Dr Mikaela loving a little snuggle with these cuties 🥰

Just look at them 🫶🏻 They were so brave for their vaccinations and microchipping!

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉We are very excited to announce that Nurse Tayla (Fitzy) has completed her certificate II Animal Studi...
12/02/2025

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
We are very excited to announce that Nurse Tayla (Fitzy) has completed her certificate II Animal Studies! Congratulations on your amazing achievement! We are so proud of you.

2025 has been a wet year so far! But hasn’t slowed us down here at 4 Paws vets! ☔️ 🦆💗We hope you are staying safe and d...
08/02/2025

2025 has been a wet year so far! But hasn’t slowed us down here at 4 Paws vets! ☔️ 🦆💗

We hope you are staying safe and dry.

🤩 Meet the Team 🤩Dakota is one of our training Veterinary Nurses who is currently studying her Certificate II in Animal ...
05/02/2025

🤩 Meet the Team 🤩

Dakota is one of our training Veterinary Nurses who is currently studying her Certificate II in Animal Studies.

Dakota is brand new to the industry and has learnt so much already with so much more to come, but she is smashing her new role here at 4 Paws and is a valuable member of our team. 🥰

Dakota is enjoying all aspects of her role however has a passion for assisting with ultrasounds.

In Dakota’s spare time she enjoys taking her dogs Oakley and Polly down the river and relaxing with friends. 🏞️

If your pet has recently had surgery please ensure your keeping your pets surgery site clean and dry.☔️🦆Stay safe.💕
02/02/2025

If your pet has recently had surgery please ensure your keeping your pets surgery site clean and dry.☔️🦆

Stay safe.💕

Meet the Team! 💕Dr Bree graduated from James Cook University in Townsville in 2021 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science...
29/01/2025

Meet the Team! 💕

Dr Bree graduated from James Cook University in Townsville in 2021 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science. She began her career in her hometown of Mackay at a mixed animal practice for two and a half years, prior to coming back up to sunny Townsville to start at 4 Paws in September of 2024.

Bree has a passion for surgical cases, medicine and eyes, but has also been thoroughly enjoying themself while helping Dr Mike with TPLO orthopaedic surgeries! 🏥

In Bree's spare time you'll find them spending time with family, running, curled up with a book and playing with their ginger cats Viktor and Violet.💗

📢 Important Microchip Information for Pet Owners ‼️We have been informed that the microchip registry Homesafe ID has gon...
16/01/2025

📢 Important Microchip Information for Pet Owners ‼️

We have been informed that the microchip registry Homesafe ID has gone into receivership and is no longer operational. Microchip registries store your contact & pet's details and are accessed by vets/councils allowing us to reunite animals with their families!

⚠️ What this means for you and your pet:
Your pet’s microchip will still stay active & a new microchip does not need to be implanted.
However, there is limited access to the online database including the inability to update details and in some circumstances we CANNOT ACCESS CONTACT DETAILS at all!

⚠️ How to know if your pet's Microchip is registered to Homesafe ID:
If you are unsure what registry your pet's microchip is registered with & you have your pet's microchip number handy you can search the microchip number at https://petaddress.com.au/ to find out the registry.

If you don't know your pet's microchip number feel free to pop in to one of our clinics. One of our friendly staff can scan your pet and check the microchip details for you.

⚠️ What happens if your pet's microchip is registered to Homesafe ID:

If your pet's microchip is registered to Homesafe ID we will be able to re-register the microchip with our chosen registry. However, this does require a vet or vet nurse to scan the chip and complete a portion of the specific registration form. You will then need to submit the form to the registry and pay a small fee to complete the registration.

If you have any questions regarding your pet's microchip please don't hesitate to call us on 47231988 or drop in to chat to one of our friendly staff 😊

🤩 We are Hiring a Veterinary Nurse 🤩4 Paws Veterinary is a Growing small animal practice who is looking at expanding our...
08/01/2025

🤩 We are Hiring a Veterinary Nurse 🤩
4 Paws Veterinary is a Growing small animal practice who is looking at expanding our team.
We are looking for a Vet nurse that's positive, compassionate and committed to join our growing, busy, small animal vet hospital. 4 Paws offers all Pets healthcare needs including Medical, Radiology with our state of the art X-Ray, Pathology and Surgery, both Orthopedic and soft tissue. 🩺 .
What we are looking for:
🏥 Cert IV qualification preferred but not required
🏥 Permanent Part-time Veterinary Nurse Position available
🏥 Weekend work will be involved with penalty rates paid with applicable award penalties.

Does this sound like something you would be interested in? If so please email your resume to [email protected] Attention Rebecca, Indi, Chloe or you can drop a copy of your resume into Charles Street Veterinary Clinic at 383 Charles St, Kirwan.
Please see our website: https://www.4pawsvets.com.au

31/12/2024

HAPPY NEW YEAR 🥳

4 Paws would like to say a big Thankyou to you all for an amazing year! We hope you all had a great new years and wish you health and happiness to come in 2025! Here is a small recap of our year of 2024!

We hope to see you all in 2025! 🎊🐾

Let’s start this New Year off right and with our fur babies safe!🐾It’s that time of the year again for New Year’s Firewo...
29/12/2024

Let’s start this New Year off right and with our fur babies safe!🐾

It’s that time of the year again for New Year’s Fireworks!
Fireworks maybe beautiful and amazing to watch but for our pets can be terrifying and scary! 4 Paws wants you and your fur babies to be safe this New Year, so we ask that you;

🎆Make sure ID badges/ microchip are current and up to date. incase they get out!
🎆 Keep them safe inside!
🎆If you know they will struggle contact us for some anti anxiety medications!
🎆 Reduce noise

4 Paws Charles Street and Upper Ross will be open New Years Eve however closed New Years Day.

Stay safe from 4 Paws Team. 🐾

In the early hours of Boxing Day, a devastating fire engulfed the Kerr Family home on Mooney Street destroying everythin...
27/12/2024

In the early hours of Boxing Day, a devastating fire engulfed the Kerr Family home on Mooney Street destroying everything. All three occupants were injured with two now fighting for life. The family have lost all of their belongings, vehicles, family pets and invaluable items.

Thankfully, two of their five missing pets have been found, one is at 4 Paws reciving treatment but the road to recovery will be long and challenging.

Maddi was a nurse at 4 Paws and any contributions to support the Kerr Family during this incredibly difficult time would be truly appreciated ❤️

Please donate if it’s possible for you to
➡️ https://www.gofundme.com/f/kerr-family-after-fire-destroyed-their-home?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabRBXS3eDyoJ8nLHKCSQ7Gj7yW0iFEB2toXdNCOXNmaGuhC-yzQWXUtyJU_aem_FJ0VSVzGJnCieZC-8Cvrgw ⬅️

We wish you all a very MERRY CHRISTMAS!🎄From 4 Paws and our fur babies 🐾
25/12/2024

We wish you all a very MERRY CHRISTMAS!🎄

From 4 Paws and our fur babies 🐾

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HAPPY NEW YEAR 🥳 4 Paws would like to say a big Thankyou to you all for an amazing year! We hope you all had a great new years and wish you health and happiness to come in 2025! Here is a small recap of our year of 2024! We hope to see you all in 2025! 🎊🐾

Happy vet nurse day ❤️❤️ we are so blessed to have this awesome support crew. We love and appreciate our nurses very much! Here is a quick video of some of our nurses’ favourite part of their job.

Our free heartworm test promotion ends Monday! So what if your dog test positive for heartworm? Luckily heartworm can be treated. However the treatment for heartworm is an expensive and lengthy process involving a number of steps over a period of 12 months. Your veterinarian will recommend appropriate treatment depending on your pet’s condition. Treatment is often more successful, and carries less risks, when heartworm disease is detected early. Here at 4 Paws we treat many cases of heartworm successfully each year, so your dog will be in safe hands if they do require treatment. Contact our clinics today to ensure you don't miss out on our free tests!

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