The Veterinary Surgery Yarrambat & North Warrandyte

07/06/2024

Why did the chicken cross the road?
To go to the vet because she fractured her toes from doing zoomies 🫢🥲

Meet Chicko! The sweetest gal, with a big personality.
She was having so much fun running around on the concrete that she slipped. Her mum noticed that her longest toes were very swollen and bruised so brought her to the clinic.

After doing x-rays it was quite clear that she had a dislocation and a fracture.

After some innovative thinking, the vet turned a couple of ear swabs into splints and Chicko was able to walk more comfortably.

29/05/2024

MEET DR SUZANNE

Suzanne has worked at The Veterinary Surgery for many years.

Her family have strong associations with the equine industry and are well known in many fields including pony club, showing, eventing, racing, breeding and droving.

Suzanne has a passion for equine practice, however she is also a skilled soft tissue surgeon and enjoys both small animal and farm work. She has completed post graduate training in Equine Dentistry and Ophthalmology. 🦷👀

Suzanne is an accomplished horse rider, having ridden with success at many Royals, advanced level eventing, FEI level dressage and is a holder of the PC ‘A’ certificate. She has a newest addtion Lupin who is a Wolfhound X and brother to Pene’s dog Barkley!

28/05/2024

🐶🐶🐶 UPDATE - SPOT FILLED! 🐶🐶🐶

📣 CALLING ALL PUPPIES! 📣

***Last minute cancellation***

We have 1 spot available in our very popular Puppy Primary school starting this Thursday night at 6.30pm for pups aged 4 to 12 months of age.
Give us a call if you want to secure your spot or have any questions, get in quick, it won’t last long!🐶

Ph 9436 1699

10/05/2024

EAR INFECTIONS 🙉

Ear infections are a common problem in many animals, especially dogs and cats. One of the main reasons is the anatomy of their ears - pets have a vertical ear canal that makes it easier for bacteria, yeast, and other microorganisms to get trapped and grow. Other factors that can contribute to ear infections include allergies, foreign objects in the ear, excessive moisture, and poor ear hygiene. It’s important to take preventative measures and have your pet’s ears checked regularly to avoid any potential infections.

Some common signs of ear infections in animals include shaking of the head, scratching at the ears, redness or swelling of the ear canal, and discharge or odour from the ear.
If left untreated, ear infections can lead to more serious health problems, such as hearing loss.
It’s important to seek veterinary care if you suspect your pet has an ear infection, as prompt treatment can help prevent complications and reduce discomfort.

Does your pet get chronic ear infections?

06/05/2024

We are experiencing phone and internet issues at our Yarrambat Clinic. Please call the North Warrandyte Clinic on 9844 0781 to speak to one of our team members ! ☎️

03/05/2024

Lets meet the cheeky Lil Z, he presented to the clinic for straining to urinate and ended up having a blockage.

A urinary blockage in cats is a condition where the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body, becomes blocked. This blockage can be caused by crystals, stones, mucus, or other materials that accumulate in the urethra and prevent the passage of urine- in male cats this is an emergency.

When a cat’s urethra becomes blocked, they are unable to urinate normally, which can cause a buildup of toxins in their body and lead to serious health problems and/or be fatal. Urinary blockages are most common in male cats, and symptoms may include straining to urinate, frequent trips to the litter box, and blood in the urine.

Thankfully, Lil Z is back home with his mum and feeling a lot more comfortable.

Has your cat ever been blocked? What do you do to manage their day-to-day life?

30/04/2024

MEET DR BRIDGET 🦤

Bridget grew up in Melbourne and earned both her Undergraduate Degree and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Melbourne.

Before becoming a vet, she worked as a veterinary nurse in an inner city small animal clinic, so appreciates and takes pride in all aspects of animal care.

Bridget enjoys the versatility of mixed practice and small animal internal medicine. She enjoys treating large animals and has a soft spot for alpacas. Bridget has studied Australian Wildlife medicine and finds the complexity of wildlife medicine fascinating, due to this love she spent time working within Adelaide Zoo and at a Wildlife rehabilitation centre in South Africa 🦒

Outside of work, Bridget enjoys camping and hiking as well as trying new recipes in the kitchen. You can also find her pet napping her brothers. pets – Border Collie “Jamu and “Tuna” the cat 🍣

27/04/2024

Happy World Veterinary Day! 🩺

Today we celebrate the dedication and hard work of all the veterinarians around the world who work tirelessly to prevent and treat diseases, perform surgeries, and provide essential care for animals.

We are lucky at The Vet Surgery to have some of the best in the business.

Let us take a moment to thank all the vets out there for their devotion to looking after our fur babies big and small. 🦋🦙

26/04/2024

Lets meet Peppa 🤩

This sweet girl had glaucoma (increased pressure) and lens luxation (not in the correct position) so it was decided that removing her eye would be the best course of action to make her feel the most comfortable.

She has adjusted well to her new normal and is more interested in her itchy ears than anything!

25/04/2024

MEET DR CHRISTINE 🦦

Growing up on a cattle farm in west Gippsland, Christine was destined for a career in veterinary medicine. After graduating from the University of Melbourne she came to join the team at The Veterinary Surgery.
Christine has a passion for all animals, large and small but thanks to her upbringing has a special interest in cattle medicine. She is passionate about disease investigation and herd-health management 🐄

Christine has an extensive background in the veterinary industry having managed a small animal practice in the northern suburbs of Melbourne before joining the team at The Vet Surgery. She is well accustomed to all aspects of the clinic and is always happy to share the knowledge she has gained throughout her journey.

Outside of work, you’ll find Christine exploring her local dog-friendly pubs and restaurants with her Briard, Camo.

19/04/2024

Lets meet Cash! 💸

Cash came into the clinic this week because his owner noticed he was having some sensitivity to the bit while riding. This prompted his annual dental cleaning.

While he was here, he enjoyed being part of our clinic bake-off and sampled some banana bread. He was quite the fan!

Does your horse get regular dentals?

10/04/2024

MEET DR PENELOPE

Pene grew up in Gippsland at her dad’s mixed-practice vet clinic, this sprouted her love of animals. She studied at JCU in Townsville and graduated in 2021.
Since being back, she now divides her time between our mixed practice in Yarrambat and North Warrandyte and emergency work.

Pene loves working with all animals, her favourites would have to be; goats, sheep, alpacas and cats with a special interest in diagnostic imaging and internal medicine.

She loves spending her spare time at the beach, surfing and travelling around the world, adventuring everywhere she can🏄‍♀️

She has a resuce pup, a Wolfhound X, named Snarles Barkley 🎸he loves living the beach life with his fur-mum

06/04/2024

DENTAL DISEASE 🪥

Dental disease is a common problem affecting not only humans but our beloved animal companions too. It often lurks unnoticed until it progresses to advanced stages.

Similar to humans, animal dental disease primarily stems from the buildup of plaque and tartar on teeth due to poor dental hygiene. Bacteria present in plaque thrive in the warm, moist environment of the mouth, leading to inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) and eventually deterioration of the bony sockets that support each tooth.

Recognising the signs of dental disease in animals can be challenging, as they may instinctively hide discomfort or pain. However, you may notice symptoms such as bad breath, swollen or bleeding gums, difficulty eating, pawing at the mouth, or even loose or missing teeth. Left untreated, dental disease can result in chronic pain, tooth abscesses, oral infections, and even systemic health problems affecting vital organs such as the heart and kidneys.

Implementing a regular dental care routine is essential, including daily brushing with pet-friendly toothpaste, providing dental chews or toys for chewing, and scheduling professional dental cleanings under veterinary supervision. Additionally, feeding a balanced diet and avoiding excessive sugary treats can help maintain oral health.

Has your pet ever needed a dental? 🦷

03/04/2024

Come along with us and meet Obi! 🐾

His mum noticed that he was quite lame at home and his leg was sore if extended outward.

With the help of X-rays, he was diagnosed with a fully torn cruciate ligament and it was decided that a TPLO would be the best procedure for his recovery.

Dr Andy was able to successfully perform the procedure and Obi was instantly feeling better. He is now weight-bearing with ease and is even trying to do zoomies to stress his mum out!

But now he can chase the sun spots pain-free, and go back to his sleepy doggo self 💤

27/03/2024

FOOD TOXICITY ⚠️🤒

With Easter coming up quickly, it is a good time to freshen up on the foods that are not so good for our fur babies.

Hot cross buns, chocolate and alcohol are all in abundance and all toxic, which can cause life-threatening conditions.

Symptoms of ingestion are:
Vomiting and Diarrhoea
Lethargy and Weakness
Tremours
Seizures
Racing heartbeat

If you notice your pet has ingested any of these foods and experiencing these symptoms please contact your closest emergency clinic

PLEASE NOTE: We will be closed from Friday and will reopen on the Tuesday 2nd

We hope you have a good Easter and enjoy the long weekend!

20/03/2024

FELINE VACCINATIONS 🐱💉

PLEASE NOTE: there is a nationwide shortage of the feline vaccination, this is due to a manufacturing issue.
We will notify owners once we can resume booking as usual.

We will still remind you when your cat is overdue but you will notice it says we are unable to make any bookings at this time due to low stock.

The vaccination covers Feline Panleukopaenia, Feline Rhinotracheitis, and Feline Calicivirus. Common symptoms of these viruses are; bloody diarrhoea, vomiting, severe upper respiratory disease, sneezing, nasal discharge and/or conjunctivitis. 🤧

Indoor cats who have previously had multiple boosters are at a very low risk as immunity doesn’t immediately drop off, so being slightly overdue is okay unless medically advised otherwise.

15/03/2024

🦘WILDLIFE🦅
Did you know that veterinary clinics will accept injured wildlife and treat them at no cost to you?

What happens when you bring in wildlife?
We will ask you to fill out some information as this helps us and carers release them back to the same area.

Sometimes it can be hard to tell if an animal is injured. You are more than welcome to bring it in to be assessed, but we may ask you to return it back to its home if it is clinically well!

Otherwise, after some treatment and cuddles, we will find a carer to nurse them until they are ready to be released back into the wild.

Have you ever found wildlife? What animal was it?

14/03/2024

ELIZABETHIAN COLLAR 📡
Also known as e-collar, cone of shame, satellite dish or dinner plate.

Commonly used after surgeries, they are the most effective way of creating a physical barrier between your pet and the wound.
In order to work properly it needs to be the correct size, this means that your pet’s muzzle cannot reach over the edge of the collar. You must not trim down the length otherwise you jeopardise it being the wrong size and not working.

There are many different options, although not all may be suitable for your pet.

• Some pets aren’t fans of traditional collars as they can bang into walls and spook them. Often, they will get used to it and work out how to do things with the cone on
• Soft collars are a great alternative to the traditional ones as they are more malleable and moves around your pet. This however, can enable your pet to move it out the way to get to the area.
• As comfortable as the inflatable collar’s looks they’re not as practical and generally don’t do a good job stopping licking, biting or scratching.

Has your pet needed a collar? Which one did you use?

08/03/2024

Have you heard the good news!? 🗞️

We now stock Prime100 rolls and slow-cooked range 🤤

Prime100 works together with your vet to create a happy and healthy pet.
It is excellent for animals with food allergies and/or completing elimination diets.
The slow cooked range is a palatable and flavoursome stew, helping the fussiest of eaters. It provides additional nutritional support for dogs who are unwell and needing more sustenance.

Being Australian owned and made, they have a 100% satisfaction guarantee so you can have total confidence in their products.

Does your dog eat Prime100? What’s their favourite?

06/03/2024

💊🐶MEDICATION ORDERS😺💉
Please note due to the Labour Day public holiday coming up we will be closed on Monday the 11th.

In line with our 24-hour medication policy, your last day for ordering medication would be Friday the 8th for a Saturday pickup. After this, we cannot guarantee your medication will be ready before the long weekend.

For a more streamlined process, we have an online prescription refill form which can be found on our website.

https://thevetsurgery.com.au/script-refills/

13/02/2024

Get in quick for Puppy Primary School! Starts on Thursday, some last minute spots are available

🐶🐾 PUPPY PRIMARY SCHOOL Spots left staring Thursday 🐾🙊

Pulling on the lead? Not coming when called? Difficulty concentrating in busy environments? Inappropriate barking? Lacking confidence and social skills? These are just some of the many things covered in our puppy primary school classes, and the best bit is that each class is tailored to the issues you’re all specifically dealing with

Class starts Thursday 15th February at 6:30pm at the Yarrambat Clinic
- Runs for 4 weeks
- Puppies aged 4 months to 10 months
- Small class sizes

These classes are extremely popular and book out quickly, call the clinic to secure your spot on 9436 1699 📞

24/01/2024

🐶 🏫 LAST CALL FOR PUPPY SCHOOL! 🏫 🐶

We’ve got an extra puppy school class starting on Tuesday Jan 30/1 at 7:30pm at Yarrambat that still has a couple of rare spots available!

Book now to give your new pup the best start to life, these spots won’t last long!

Give the clinic a call on 9436 1699 to book now

15/01/2024

Puppy School - extra class now added! 🤩🐶

Due to ongoing demand we have added an extra class starting Tuesday 30th January at 7.30pm at the Yarrambat Clinic

If you got a puppy over Christmas who is now aged between 8 to 16 weeks give us a call to secure your spot, places are limited and filling fast! 🏃‍♀️

22/12/2023

Sally, Millie and Poppet were the winners of the Christmas cat hamper !!!

They think it is purrrrfect !!

🎄🎄🎄 Merry Christmas 🎄🎄🎄

12/12/2023

💊🎄🎅 MEDICATION REMINDER! 🎅🎄💊

If your pet is on regular medication and will need more over the Christmas holiday period, please remember to get your orders in early!

Cut off for medication to be ready before we close for Christmas is the MORNING OF THURSDAY 21/12, after this period we cannot guarantee meds will be ready for collection before we close

We will be closed from 12:30pm Saturday 23/12 and won’t reopen until 8:30am Wednesday 27/12

Thank you for your cooperation! 🐶 🐱

05/12/2023

🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄
The Veterinary Surgery
Christmas Party !!!
We had a great Christmas Party at Fondata 1872 in Kangaroo Ground on Friday. Food was delicious and it was great spending the evening chatting and laughing with each other.
🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

05/12/2023

🎁🎄🎅 CHRISTMAS RAFFLE TIME! 🤶🎄🎁

Indy’s put together another amazing Christmas raffle at the Yarrambat clinic this year, one for dogs 🐶 and one for cats 🐱

We’re raising money for one of our wonderful local wildlife shelters, Yarrambat Wildlife Shelter, to thank them for all the terrific care they take of lots of the injured wildlife that’s brought into our clinic ❤️‍🩹

Remember to bring your CASH 💵
Tickets are 1 for $3 or 2 for $5
Wonderful prizes on offer in both boxes 🎁 and for a wonderful cause 🦘🦆🦜🐨🐢🦎🦇

30/11/2023

21/11/2023

Santa paws has visited the Yarrambat clinic and left us some Christmas goodies for your pooches 🎅

There’s a variety of toys, all well priced at under $10, drop in and check them out, they’re selling fast!

Indy has already picked out his reindeer donut!

🎄🎅

21/11/2023

🐶🐾 JANUARY PUPPY PRIMARY SCHOOL 🐾🙊

Have you got a puppy that’s past puppy school age, but you’re having some issues and need some training help or need some extra socialisation?

Pulling on the lead? Not coming when called? Difficulty concentrating in busy environments? Inappropriate barking? Lacking confidence and social skills? These are just some of the many things covered in our puppy primary school classes, and the best bit is that each class is tailored to the issues you’re all specifically dealing with

Class starts Thursday 18th January at 6:30pm at the Yarrambat Clinic
- Runs for 4 weeks
- Puppies aged 4 months to 10 months
- Small class sizes

These classes are extremely popular and book out quickly, call the clinic to secure your spot on 9436 1699 📞