🐾 Wondering how we tackle tick paralysis? 🏥
Dr. Brooke invites you to witness the life-saving treatment firsthand as she takes you on a journey through our hospital. Learn the exact procedures we follow to combat this dangerous condition and find out how you can play a role in preventing your pet from encountering paralysis ticks. Everything you need to know, from signs and symptoms to treatment and prevention, is just a click away, https://loom.ly/4vf0Ye4
#TickParalysisAwareness
What is Tick Paralysis
😱 Don't underestimate the paralysis tick! It's a silent killer, and they love Queensland's environment.
Don't miss out on Dr. Brooke's video where she uncovers the truth about tick paralysis, shows you what ticks really look like, reveals their common hiding spots, and highlights the warning signs you should never ignore.
Curious to learn more about symptoms, treatment, and prevention? Visit, https://loom.ly/4vf0Ye4 for all the details.
Stay informed, and stay safe!
#TickParalysisAwareness #prevention #queensland
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Did you know pets need blood too?
Today is #WorldBloodDonorDay, typically a day dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of blood donations for humans. But did you know pets need blood too?
While it's not a well-known fact, pet blood donations are critical in our hospitals and can often mean the difference between life and death.
With the growing number of pet emergencies our hospitals are seeing, our pet blood supplies are quickly draining leaving us in urgent need of more doggy donors. We have even had to rely on the pets from some of our own vets when they are eligible to donate (there are criteria around how often they are able to donate) for the important gift of blood.
Join us at one of our hospitals to give the gift of life to another furry friend. Give some blood, to help a bud.
To find out if your pet is eligible to support another furry friend, visit https://bit.ly/3PR1MBD
Has your dog been vaccinated?
Has your dog been vaccinated?
Parvovirus is a highly infectious and deadly virus with nearly half of the cases reported in Australia each year resulting in death. Sadly, it is young pups who are most at risk, but we see dogs of all ages present to our hospitals suffering from the disease.
Did you know that canine parvovirus can survive in the ground and soil for up to 9 years? The virus is passed through the faeces of infected dogs; however, it can remain in the ground of parks and gardens well after the stool has gone. Please be cautious when taking your pup out and about and remember that prevention is always better than cure!
Signs of parvovirus infection appear within 3 to 7 days after being exposed, and include high fever, lethargy, weakness, loss of appetite, vomiting, blood in the faeces and/or diarrhoea, severe dehydration and shock. If you suspect your dog has parvovirus, visit your vet immediately.
Watch as Dr Brooke explains what parvovirus is, and keep reading for even more info > https://bit.ly/42KTJg2
(Please note, we don’t offer a routine vaccination service. Contact your local vet for vaccinations and further advice.)
What to do if your pet encounters a cane toad
The dreaded cane toad! If you live in Queensland and coastal New South Wales you know just how poisonous they are to our pets.
Do you know what to do if your pet encounters a cane toad?
Watch as Nurse Amanda, along with Client Care Manager Ali and her pooch Gracie, from our Sunshine Coast hospital explains the symptoms of cane toad poisoning and takes you through step by step the first aid treatment you can give your pet.
To find out more about cane toad poisoning, visit > https://bit.ly/3HyGtl9
With it being peak breeding season, cane toads are out in numbers. Do you know how to identify a cane toad from a frog?
Find out everything you need to know about cane toad poisoning, including signs and symptoms, and treatment > https://bit.ly/3HyGtl9
Cat bites off more than she can chew!
Our Top Tips for Surviving the Festive Season as a Pet Owner
Tip 1 – Toys & Ornaments.
Cats love shiny objects, and tinsel has a particular fascination for them. This little kitty decided to bite off more than she could chew when she swallowed 1.6 metres of tinsel! Fortunately, her quick-thinking owners rushed her to us where we were able to safely remove all of it from her stomach.
This time of year, Christmas tree ornaments, bows/ribbons, tinsel, string/cooking twine, batteries, and kid toys are the most commonly ingested items by cats and puppies, so make sure they are kept out of reach in case they are accidentally swallowed.
Video: Dr Alex Hynes and Dr Gerardo Poli
Common dangers and tips for keeping your pet safe at Christmas
Did you know Christmas and Boxing Day are our busiest days of the year for pet emergencies?
Here are some common dangers and tips for keeping your furry family members during the festive season and all year round.
Read more > https://bit.ly/3gKSbj1
Video: Dr Alex Hynes Dr Gerardo Poli
Create a bit of backyard fun for your pooch
Create a bit of backyard fun for your pooch while keeping them cool with a homemade sprinkler.
Read the full instructions, and to find out everything you need to know about heat stroke > https://bit.ly/3TVBnnT.
Make keeping cool a game!
Make keeping cool a game by creating a trail to cooler places!
Read the full instructions, and to find out everything you need to know about heat stroke > https://bit.ly/3WvG49Q.
Create a pupsicle for your pup!
Looking for something to keep your pooch entertained while stuck at home, and also to keep them hydrated in the warm weather? Create a pupsicle!
Read the full instructions, and to find out everything you need to know about heat stroke > https://bit.ly/3FziQJN.
Meet Franki
Meet Franki! ❤️ 🐾
Franki was rushed to our Gold Coast hospital after his paw parents found that he couldn’t walk on his front legs. Upon examination Franki was found to have severe neck pain and couldn’t use his front legs. Recognising the symptoms, our attending emergency vet was highly suspicious of a cervical (spinal) issue, and a specialist surgeon was call on for imaging where the suspicions were confirmed. Franki underwent surgery and had extensive physiotherapy in hospital while in recovery.
Franki was a very good patient for his physiotherapy. See some of Franki’s physio with Nurse Victoria and Nurse Felicity.
How To Search Your Pet For Ticks
Do you know how to search your pup for ticks?
Watch as Dr Brooke, along with her fur baby Polo, demonstrate how best to search for these small but deadly parasites.
To find out everything you need to know about tick paralysis, including signs and symptoms, treatment, and prevention, visit > https://bit.ly/3zDszLN
Do you know how tick paralysis is treated?
Do you know how tick paralysis is treated?
Watch as Dr Brooke takes you into our hospital and explains step by step how we manage this life-threatening condition, and how you can help prevent your pet from being bitten by a paralysis tick.
To find out everything you need to know about tick paralysis, including signs and symptoms, treatment, and prevention, visit > https://hubs.la/H0TyRng0
It's Peak Tick Season - What Is Tick Paralysis?
It’s peak tick season.
The paralysis tick is a silent but deadly killer, and unfortunately, Queensland’s environment is the perfect home for them.
Watch as Dr Brooke explains what tick paralysis is, what ticks look like and where they are commonly found, and the signs and symptoms to be aware of.
To find out more about tick paralysis, including symptoms, treatment, and prevention, visit > https://bit.ly/3zDszLN
Today is #RestartAHeartDay!
Today is #RestartAHeartDay!
While the day ordinarily aims to raise awareness of how to perform #CPR on humans, it’s also vital to know CPR in case you find yourself in a situation where you need it to save your pet’s life.
Performing CPR on pets is not as uncommon as you may think. At our hospitals, it’s not unusual for us to perform CPR up to six times a day!
Watch as Dr Gerardo demonstrates how to perform CPR for pets.
How To Search Your Pet For Ticks
Do you know how to search your pup for ticks?
Watch as Dr Brooke, along with her fur baby Polo, demonstrate how best to search for these small but deadly parasites.
To find out everything you need to know about tick paralysis, including signs and symptoms, treatment, and prevention, visit > https://bit.ly/3zDszLN
Do you know how tick paralysis is treated?
Do you know how tick paralysis is treated?
Watch as Dr Brooke takes you into our hospital and explains step by step how we manage this life-threatening condition, and how you can help prevent your pet from being bitten by a paralysis tick.
To find out everything you need to know about tick paralysis, including signs and symptoms, treatment, and prevention, visit > https://hubs.la/H0TyRng0
