Satur Vets Aberdeen

20/03/2025

Did you know that Satur Vets’ large animal veterinarian, Sam Johnstone is an Australian Cattle Vets (ACV) BULLCHECK accredited bull tester?

If you know what that means, skip this next bit- but if you’re wondering what all that is about please keep reading.

‘Bull testing’ as it is commonly known is the process of performing a Veterinary Bull Breeding Soundness Exam (VBBSE). A VBBSE consists of your vet examining a bull or bulls for structural soundness, general health, examination of your bulls internal and external reproductive organs and the collection and assessment of a semen sample for motility (movement) and morphology (individual shape) of the s***m cells. But what does all this achieve? A bull that has passed a VBBSE gives a very good indicator that bull is likely to be fertile and produce plenty of viable pregnancies in a suitable joining window.

It also gives you confidence if you are selling or buying a bull that he will be fit for intended purpose.

So why is now a good time of year to test your bulls?

- Autumn calving herds will be joined soon, so it is good to get your bulls tested before they are turned out.

- The Autumn bull sale season has started, so now is a good time to buy more bulls if yours do not pass a VBBSE.

- If you are a stud producer looking to sell bulls, you can give the people who buy your stock an extra degree of confidence knowing that they have been tested by an accredited veterinarian.

Even if you have never had your bulls tested before and never had a problem, there is no guarantee that they will be fertile this time around.

Please contact the clinic on (02) 6543 7111 to book an on-farm appointment to have your bulls tested or ask for Sam if you have any more questions!

14/02/2025

13/01/2025

As some of you will have seen the clinic in Muswellbrook is being packed up and we have found our new home in Aberdeen @ 69 Macqueen Street. As of Monday 13th January all appointments will operate from our new address.

We are very excited about the next step in our journey and are pleased to welcome Jen & the Aberdeen staff to our Satur family.

For appointments, please call us on 02 6543 7111

13/11/2024

Dr Sam is heading to Willow tree on Friday!
Call us on 02 6543 1888 to book a farm visit while he is out your way.

12/08/2024

Dr Sam out and about in Deman last week.
He performed a surgery on a cows eye and also castrated a donkey.
We don’t get to see donkeys everyday but he is more than happy to accommodate for our slightly more unusual patients. 🫏🫏😍

01/08/2024

Calving Season

Spring is just around the corner, which means that calving season has started or is about to start for most people.
With that in mind, it is probably a good time to brush up on the stages of calving and when you need to intervene.

There are three main stages of labour.
Stage 1. The heifer/cows cervix dilates. This stage often goes unnoticed, but you may see the cow isolate herself, swish her tail and she may have some clear discharge.

Stage 2. Delivery of the calf. This stage begins when the ‘water bag’ becomes visible. A normal healthy heifer should calf unassisted within one hour and a healthy cow should calve within half an hour of the bag becoming visible. They may take longer than this, but the important thing is that they are making progress. If the cow is straining and the calf is not becoming visible, or has stopped straining it may be time to help.
You can attempt to assist the cow at this stage, or it may be time to call the vet. If you are unsure when stage 2 started, it may be better to intervene earlier rather than later.

Stage 3 expulsion of the placenta. If it does not pass, it is best not to forcibly remove it. Unless the cow becomes unwell, we recommend that you leave it alone to break down on its’ own which may take several days.
If you notice the cow becomes unwell (off feed, sunken eyes, high temperature) she may need veterinary attention.

So…there are 3 main stages of labour, and the most important thing is to make sure the cow or heifer is making progress if she is actively pushing.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ring the clinic and ask to speak to our cattle vet Sam 65431888

19/06/2024

Exciting news: starting this week, we’re opening our doors for longer every Saturday. Please see our new clinic opening hours in the picture below.

Satur Vets Muswellbrook
1/127 Sydney St Muswellbrook NSW 2333
02 6543 1888

13/06/2024

Warning! Positive cases of Leptospirosis in our local animals.

What is Leptospirosis?
It is a bacterial disease that can be found in water, soil and even damp grass. It can be spread when a dogs mouth, nose or eyes come in contact with urine infected soil or water. It can also be contracted by eating a diseased animals carcase.
Leptospirosis can cause Liver or kidney failure and lung disease.

Symptoms and Prevention:
Unfortunately, most symptoms are non specific and wide ranging but some signs can be dull, vomiting, diarrhoea, jaundice, high temperature and increased thirst. Some dogs may not show any symptoms at all and if they do show any symptoms they will only arise 2 weeks after the exposure to the disease.
Prevention is the best cure!
We can provide a vaccine once a year to help protect your Dog.

If you suspect your dog has strange symptoms or has been in contact with any of the items mentioned, call 6543 1888, our team are there to help.

27/05/2024

Every year, as part of our commitment to our valued community, we sponsor an event called the Jack Johnston Memorial Yard Dog Trial in Scone. This year, 3 year old Kelpie, ‘The Lees Majik,’ won the highest point scone in the Encouragement with a smashing 95 points out of 100.

It was lovely to receive an email from The Lees Majik’s owners, Shannon and Nicky, who said they have only owned Majik for 3 months now. He came to them as a fully trained working trail dog, and he’s hit the ground running with Shannon as his handler.

They said “We would like to thank you for sponsoring the class we won which was the highest score in the encouragement class, most appreciated.”

This feedback warms our hearts at Satur Vets, knowing that our contribution has gone to a good home.

A huge congrats to Shannon, Nicky and winning pooch, The Lees Majik, as well as everyone else involved in the show.

We look forward to being involved again next year.

Photo features winner, ‘The Lees Majik’ handler, Shannon Wallace and judge, Daniel Camilleri from Sydney.

01/05/2024

Warning‼️ Warning‼️ Warning‼️
We have seen a big rise in positive cases of Heartworm in our local animals.
If your pet is not on monthly tablets or a yearly injection for the prevention of Heartworm, contact Satur staff on 02 6543 1888 so our team can guide you towards the best treatment for your pet.

17/04/2024

Get in quick to receive a FREE Kong lick toy with every 3 or 6 pack purchase of Nexgard SPECTRA Cat or Dog range. Visit us in store to purchase Nexgard SPECTRA today!

28/03/2024

Wishing all of our clients a safe and Happy Easter this weekend.
Here is some important information to keep your pet healthy and happy over the Easter break too.

14/02/2024

Satur Vets will have a large animal vet in the Denman area this Friday (16th February)!
So if you need any large animal work done such as preg testing, have sick animals to look at or would like a farm visit to establish a prescription protocol for medications please contact the clinic on 02 6543 1888.