Veterinary Clinic providing consultations, vaccination and surgery for small and large animals
We wish you all a lovely long weekend and hope your all staying safe with all the flooding.
We will be CLOSED on Monday 10th June due to the King’s Birthday Public Holiday. We will reopen Tuesday 11th June.
📷Your Best Furiend Dog Photography
The morning tea is getting ready to start! Come on down grab a cuppa and a bite to eat. All money to the cancer council! We also have an amazing raffle. We will be here to 3pm!!!
Less than 24 hours to until our Biggest Morning Tea! Coffee, Tea and home baked goodies available from 10am to 3pm tomorrow in our waiting room.
We also have a raffle with 79 prizes! All proceeds go to the Cancer Council. Tickets are $1 per ticket or $5 for 6 tickets! tickets are on sale until 3pm tomorrow!
Let your friends know and we hope to see you tomorrow.
Only 3 days left to get your raffle tickets for our Biggest Morning Tea raffle. Tickets are $1 per ticket or $5 for 6 with the raffle drawn at the conclusion of our morning tea on Thursday 23rd at 3pm! We have 79 raffle prizes, so think about what suits you in case you get a phone call on Thursday winning a prize!
One week to go to we host our Biggest Morning Tea! Our morning tea will on Thursday 23rd May from 10am to 3pm! All money goes to the cancer council.
We also have an amazing raffle with now 79 prizes! It includes dog food, dog toys, tick and flea products, kitchen products, grooming products and lots of cat and dog beds! Kai has been checking out what he wants to win. Tickets are now on sale, so if your passing by please call in and grab your tickets.
SAVE THE DATE
We will be hosting Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea on Thursday 23rd May from 10am – 3pm
We have our raffle again this year with tickets on sale NOW. Lots of wonderful prizes from food to toys to tick products to beds to kitchen items!
What prize do you want to win? Kai checked all the prizes out today!
Our clinic will closed on Thursday 25th April for Anzac Day and will reopen for normal trading hours Friday 26th April.
Lest We Forget
HAPPY EASTER
We will be closed for the 4 public holidays and reopen our normal hours Tuesday 2nd April. We hope you all have a lovely long weekend.
It’s National Love Your Pet Day. This day encourages pet owners to recognise the joy and companionship their pets bring to their homes. Please share with us photos of your pets.
Happy Australia Day.
All our staff will be celebrating Australia Day, so our clinic will be closed from Friday 26th January until Sunday 28th January. We will reopen our doors on Monday morning (normal trading hours).
CHANGE OF HOURS for MONDAY 22nd January
Due to staff illness we will be closing at 5pm this afternoon with afternoon consults starting at 4pm. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
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Happy New Year. We hope you all have an enjoyable and safe night.
CHANGE OF HOURS for Friday 29th December
Due to staff illness we will be closing at 5pm tomorrow afternoon with afternoon consults starting at 3pm. Morning consultations will be as normal. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Merry Christmas. We hope that you all have an enjoyable Christmas and New Year.
Our opening hours over the festive period are:
🎄CLOSED: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
🐶 Normal hours Wednesday 27th December - Saturday 30th December.
🎉 Closed New Years Eve (31st) and New Years Day (1st)
🩺 Normal hours from Tuesday 2nd January
Attention clients!
Unfortunately, due to staff illness we need to close our clinic early today.
OUR CLINIC WILL BE OPEN FOR CONSULTS FROM 3PM TIL 5PM TODAY.
Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
We will be open again tomorrow morning from 8am.
Attention clients! Unfortunately, due to medical reasons, Dr Carla Goldman will be taking medical leave from the 10th of November, up until the start of next year (2024).
During Dr Goldman's absence, if you have any enquires for Dr Goldman, please contact us on 02 4587 9000 or email us on [email protected]
HAPPY HALLOWEEN TO EVERYONE! 🎃
Keep your furry friends safe and healthy this holiday by ensuring all chocolates/lollies is discarded appropriately and all hazardous items are kept out of reach!
FUN FACT - Dark chocolate is more toxic than milk or white chocolate!
Do you dress your pet up for Halloween? If so we would love to see some photos. Are you going trick-or-treating tonight?
We would like to take a moment to appreciate and congratulate Dr Carla Goldman for being nominated as the 2023 Businessperson of the year. Our lovely nurse, Amy Cockayne, has also been nominated this year for the 2023 Outstanding Youth Award. These diligent women consistently show their dedication and compassion for the job. We as a clinic are PAWSITIVELY proud of our Veterinarian and Nurse for their well-deserved local business award nomination and would further like to thank you all for the immense support you have shown.
Tick season has finally returned!
Ensure you are being proactive and consistently checking your pets regardless of them being on preventatives. Paralysis ticks will require immediate medical attention and can often be life threating if left untreated due to respiratory paralysis. There are several preventatives which you could consider for you pets like Nexgard Spectra, Nexgard, Simparica Trio, Bravecto, Revolution Plus etc. However, we also recommend daily tick checks of your pets especially after adventures away from home. No tick prevention is 100% but with a combination of prevention and tick checks this should reduce the risk of tick paralysis for your pet.
Some of the many signs/symptoms for tick paralysis is inclusive of
Weakness in hind legs
Panting/ trouble breathing
Coughing
Collapse
Vomiting
Change in voice (meows or barks)
Progressive paralysis
If you are suspicious of a potential tick or would like to discuss preventatives, please give us a call us on 02 4587 9000.
Happy International Vet Nurse Day! 🩺🫀
We’d like to take a moment to appreciate our staff and all vet nurses for their passion and commitment. These lovely ladies dedicate their time for our loved ones and their ongoing support has made a world of difference. Thank you for being Pawsome!
We will be closed tomorrow Monday 2nd October due to the public holiday. We hope you all stay cool today and enjoy your long weekend.
We will be reopen Tuesday 3rd October for our usual hours - 8am - 11am and 4pm - 7pm for consultations.
📷Your Best Furiend
CROCODILE – DOG ROLL AND TREATS
Does your dog have a skin condition? Often when your animal is diagnosed with a skin condition your veterinarian will discuss with you an elimination diet. Crocodile is a great novel protein that can be used during an elimination diet and to support dogs with allergies. This diet is high in Omega3 and is filled with both potassium and magnesium!
In addition to the Prime 100 roll, we offer a range of crocodile treats from the Australian company Rover Pet Products. There is crocodile jerky, crips, tails and feet to give your pet a great selection of treats whilst on an elimination diet or to help support skin dogs.
Turn Treat Time into Tail-Wagging Fun! 🐾 Introducing our new Lick Mats - the perfect way to keep your furry friend entertained and mentally stimulated. Watch them happily lick away boredom and stress. Stop by our clinic today to grab one for your pup!🐶
Lick mats are a popular type of enrichment tool for dogs. They are usually made of food-grade silicone or rubber and have various textured patterns on the surface. The concept behind lick mats is to spread a soft, tasty substance like peanut butter, yogurt, or wet dog food onto the mat, and then your dog spends time licking it off.
Lick mats provide several benefits for dogs:
1. Mental stimulation: The act of licking engages their brain and can help calm anxious or bored dogs.
2. Slow feeding: Lick mats can slow down fast eaters, promoting better digestion and reducing the risk of bloat.
3. Oral health: The licking action can help clean your dog's teeth and gums.
4. Distraction: Lick mats are excellent for distracting your dog during stressful situations like thunderstorms or vet visits.
5. Entertainment: They keep your dog occupied and entertained, especially when you need some quiet time or need to focus on other tasks.
When using a lick mat, be sure to choose safe and dog-friendly ingredients to spread on it. Always supervise your dog during use, especially if they are prone to chewing or tearing things apart. Wash the mat regularly to maintain cleanliness.
Here is Dr Goldmans lovely dog Summer, enjoying her new lick mats!
Did you know over 20,000 dogs are bitten by snakes annually in Australia? Though there are several snake bite cases throughout the year, a rise in temperatures place your furry friends at a higher risk. Snakes are now out in the Hawkesbury, with multiple sightings already and we have treated our first bites of the season.
Identifying a snake bite can be quite difficult however some of the signs and symptoms to look out for include:
Sudden weakness followed by collapse.
Dilated pupils
Vomiting
Loss of bladder and bowel control
Paralysis
Muscle tremors/ shaking.
Seizures
Blood in urine
What to do if your pet does get bitten:
• This is an EMERGENCY, please call ahead of arriving at the veterinary clinic.
• Keep your pet quiet and as calm as possible to minimise movement of the venom through the body.
• Carry your pet to the car if possible.
• Do not try to catch or kill the snake for ID.
Some ways to REDUCE the RISK of snake bites for your pets around your home:
• Keeping your dog on a leash while on walks and avoid long grassy areas.
• Snakes are attracted to food and water sources. Be mindful of places that attract rodents (e.g., Chicken coops) or frogs (e.g., Ponds)
• Try to make your backyard less appealing to snakes by keeping the grass cut low and your property clear of objects where snakes may be able to hide (wood piles, piles of rubbish etc).
Photo credit: Summerland Serums Pty Ltd
THE WARMER MONTHS ARE HERE! With a sudden rise in temperature this week it is crucial you are proactive and heat stroke aware. 15 MINUTES is all it takes to become fatal. Brachycephalic breeds (e.g. Pugs, Bulldogs, Boxers, Shih tzu etc), overweight animals as well as older dogs are placed at a higher risk during these times. Some of the several signs/symptoms of heat stroke is inclusive of panting, drooling, struggling to breathe, collapsing, weakness, loss of consciousness, increase in body temp and several more.
Ensure your animal is being provided both an appropriate shelter, cooling options and an adequate amount of water! See your nearest vet immediately if suspicious of heat stroke, even if they seem to be slowly recovering. For any further enquiries, please call us on 02 4587 9000 or email us on [email protected]
Photo Credit: Dog Savvy Los Angeles ☀️
We are thrilled to be announced as one of the finalists for the 2023 Local Business awards. A huge thank you from our entire team for the unwavering support we have received over the years! We appreciate everyone who took the time to nominate us and look forward to caring for your furry friends 😊
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL DOG DAY
Lets take a moment to appreciate all the incredible moments that we share with our beloved dogs. Whether its cuddling up on the couch or going for long walks at their favourite place. Lets cherish every tail wagging, paw waving and slobbery kiss moment that makes us feel lucky to have them in our lives. Their silly antics that bring a smile to our faces.
So go ahead and give your dogs extra treats, a warm hug, plenty of belly rubs or a fun adventure today. Dogs are our loyal companions, always at our side no matter what.
Please share photos of your dogs with us.
📷Your Best Furiend Dog Photography
Look what’s finally arrived! Pre- and pro-biotic for both “Pawsome” and “Meowsome” health. The in-sideout product is a natural supplement for your furry friends to enhance their digestive, intestinal, and immune health. Some of its many benefits are inclusive of immune support, skin/coat support, reducing flatulence and many more. If you would like more information please contact us on 02 4587 9000.
Happy Friday everyone! Can anyone guess the breed of these adorable siblings? Both Archer and Misha are here for their puppy vaccines and are new grads from our Puppy preschool! 😊
If you are interested in dog training classes, we work closely with Dog training for everyone run by Jen Bourne. For more information feel free to contact her on 0473166139 or [email protected]
Tick season is back earlier than ever this year. Don’t let ticks put your furry friends at risk and start protecting them with our comprehensive range of products. Ensure your loved ones are up to date with preventative monthly/3-monthly treatments to keep them happy and healthy.
Refer to NEXGARD SPECTRA poster for easy tips and tricks to check your pets! 😊
| Monday | 08:00 - 19:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 19:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 19:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 19:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 19:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
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Does you animal do something a little bit quirky? Our vet Carla’s cat Maple likes to change direction between the sliding doors a little unusually! Show us your photos or videos of your pets unusual behaviour.
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