Southern Cross Veterinarians-Woodford

05/07/2024

24/06/2024

Is this your dog? Or know who she belongs to?
Please give us a call ASAP 54961166

Black female dog has been handed in.
Found on CANANDO ST WOODFORD
She unfortunately is not chipped.

If you have any information about this sweet girl please let us know.

23/06/2024

We are excited to see your paw-fect pals🤣😅

21/06/2024

We love & appreciate you Lauren 🐶🐱🐾❤️

19/06/2024

Follow us on TikTok 🐱🐶🐾❤️

Check out Southern Cross Vets Woodford’s video.

19/06/2024

Happy Humpday 🤣🐶🐾

18/06/2024

Attention Pet Parents! 🐾

With the Woodford Show approaching, make sure your furry friends are prepared for the show this weekend ! If your pet needs medication to stay calm during the fireworks, please give us a call now.

📞 We require a 24-48 hours notice for all medication requests to ensure we can meet your needs in time.

Let's keep our pets safe and stress-free this Weekend ! 🌟

🏥 Woodford Vets
📞 5496 1166

12/06/2024

Oliver is here to help ! 😂🐱

12/06/2024

Keep watching for a surprise 🐱

05/06/2024

20% off desexing till end of August 2024 when you register with https://operationwanted.com.au
RSPCA QLD

30/05/2024

Sir Puddin Stacks the cat who Dr Roelof performed surgery on last Friday to extract the bullet has made it on to ABC News

The owners of a pet cat shot with an air rifle urge others to speak up about animal cruelty so perpetrators can be brought to justice.

28/05/2024

𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞? 💙🐶🐱

20% - Desexing from 1st June - 31st of August

We are one of the participating vets in the Operation Wanted program for the RSPCA- This program allows clients between the 1st June - 31st August 2024 to receive 20% off De-sexing.

To register for your discount you will need to click on the link https://operationwanted.com.au/register/ , enter your personal details, call us to book in a surgery date and bring along your discount code on the day of your pets booked surgery.

If you are unsure or have any questions about desexing your pets, feel free to call us on 5496 1166 and we would be more than happy to help you out!

Remember, Operation Wanted will run from June 1st to August 31st, so come on in before it is too late!!

26/05/2024

Lucky cat survives after being shot

Sir Puddin Stacks the cat has used up at least one of his nine lives after after being shot and the bullet missing all of his vital organs.

Three-year-old Sir Puddin Stacks was taken to the Southern Cross Veterinarians Woodford last Monday after he had disappeared for over a week just to get a check up where the owners and Dr Roelof noticed a limp on one of the front legs. We had admitted Sir Puddin Stacks for the day to perform some x-rays to see if we can locate the source of the limp … We never expected to find a bullet on the x-rays.

On Friday Dr Roelof extracted the bullet from Sir Puddin Stacks and he is expected to make a full recovery.

*We have gotten consent from the owner to post*

22/05/2024

❌Update: We have had the council come & pick up the sweet boy❌

Anyone missing this handsome boy ? Found on Woodrow Road near the folk fest

If he is yours please show proof of ownership

19/05/2024

It’s not dog hair it’s canine confetti 🐶🎉

15/05/2024

❌Please be aware it's cane toad season❌

There are a few symptoms of cane toad poisoning in cats & dogs you could expect to see.

These include:
• profuse salivation, drooling and/or frothing from the mouth
• very red and slimy gums
• pawing at the mouth
• vomiting
• disorientation
• shivers and/or tremors
• muscle rigidity or spasms
• convulsions or seizures
• very rapid heart rate and/or heartbeat irregularities
• death

DO NOT FLUSH THEIR MOUTHS WITH RUNNING WATER THIS MAY FORCE WATER INTO THE LUNGS.

Cats & Dogs -First aid measures
If you think your pet is experiencing cane toad poisoning and they display any of the symptoms listed above, these are some first aid measures you can follow to help them:
• Call your Local Vet clinic or your local Vet Emergency Care and advise them of the toad poisoning incident
• Using a wet cloth, gently and thoroughly wipe the inner surfaces of the mouth, that is the gums, tongue, and roof of the mouth as well as the outer surfaces of the mouth for 10 to 15 minutes, rinsing the cloth out after each wipe

Please note that If your dog is unconscious or seizing then DO NOT attempt to wipe the mouth, seek veterinary help immediately.

How does cane toad poisoning in dogs occur?
Cane toad poisoning in dogs occurs when a dog bites or licks a toad, the toxin is released from glands behind the neck and sticks to the gums and tongue of your pet. The toxin is rapidly absorbed across the membranes of the mouth. Symptoms depend on the amount of toxin absorbed and the length of time from when the pet was exposed to the toxin. Initially, pets will drool or froth, and potentially develop muscle tremors which progress to seizures and possibly cardiac arrest.

Cane Toad Poisoning FAQs
How long does cane toad poisoning take in dogs?
In general toxic effect signs can be seen within 30-60 minutes of contact, however, the amount of time it takes for dogs to start showing symptoms can vary depending on the amount of toxin they have ingested. This time frame can span anywhere between several minutes to hours, so it’s important to keep a close eye on your dog if you suspect they may have come into contact with a cane toad and always seek veterinary assessment.

14/05/2024

Oliver supervising Madison our Vet Tech Placement student 😂🐱

11/05/2024

Happy Mothers Day to all Fur Mums ! ❤🐾

09/05/2024

Update: Registered owner has collected him

This Little boy was handed into us found at Ambrose Tilney Park in Woodford. Unfortunately his microchip details are not up to date and he’s not wearing a collar.

If he belongs to you please show proof of ownership.

08/05/2024

Dachshund: small in size, big in personality.🐶❤️

These 4 cuties came in for their first puppy vaccinations and microchipping, ensuring they’re all set for a healthy and happy life ahead.💉🩺

Remember, regular check-ups and vaccinations are essential for keeping your pets healthy and protected.

03/05/2024

May the Fourth be with you ✨🪐

As most fans know, the fourth day in May become known as Star Wars Day because of the play on words it has with the phrase, 'May the force be with you,' used by Jedi Masters throughout the franchise.

03/05/2024

The difference between a dog and a cat’s mind 😂🐱🐶

01/05/2024

Large frozen/raw carrots make cheap and edible chew toys. Furthermore, chewing on carrots can also help improve your dog's dental health. 🥕

Video of Vet Nurse Molly’s pup Lainey with her crunchy carrot

24/04/2024

Lest we forget the ANZACs and the animals who fought by their sides. From pigeons to camels, donkeys, horses, dogs and cats. We will remember them. ❤️

24/04/2024

‼️TICKS ARE ACTIVE ALL YEAR ROUND‼️

Please remember Prevention is always better than a cure.

The elimination of tick paralysis is possible through preventative methods and daily searches of your pet. There are several methods to help prevent your pet from contracting a paralysis tick, which can be administered all year-round.

Tick preventatives
🐾Routinely administer tick preventatives
🐾Seek veterinary advice on which tick preventative is most appropriate for your pet
🐾Use the most effective product for your pet’s lifestyle, for example, if your pet is regularly bathed or goes swimming, avoid using a product that needs to be spread on the coat
🐾Ensure the preventative medication you are using offers protection against paralysis ticks
🐾Read the label instructions and administer accordingly i.e. the correct dose for your pet‘s weight at the appropriate dosing interval (e.g. monthly)
🐾If you are travelling to a known tick area, seek veterinary advice regarding when you need to administer the tick preventative prior to departure, and after your return
🐾Have your pet’s coat clipped short to make locating ticks easier
🐾Avoid taking your pet walking in areas with lots of wildlife

19/04/2024

Double the paws, double the love ❤️
Featuring Lainey & Maya

*For those who can’t tell their legs made a heart

16/04/2024

We will be CLOSED on Thursday the 25th of April for the Anzac Day public holiday. Re opening 8am on Friday the 26th of April.

To all those serving members past and present, and to the animals that fought beside them, we thank you for your service.

"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them."

Lest we forget.

11/04/2024

Happy Friday 🐱🐾❤️

05/04/2024

We had the absolute pleasure of welcoming these adorable Groodle (Golden Retriever x Poodle) puppies from Wararba Groodles to our clinic this morning ! 🐶❤️ These little bundles of Joy came in for their vaccinations and microchips, ensuring they're all set for a healthy and happy life ahead. 🩺💉

8 Puppies are still looking for their forever home ❤️

Remember, regular check-ups and vaccinations are essential for keeping your pets healthy and protected.