Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic

21/09/2021

Rothesay Bay Vet Clinic COVID-19 update - We are back into Alert Level 3:
We are open as an essential service for your pets healthcare needs!
We are working in a way that ensures the health and safety of our clients and team members.
Please phone to make an appointment prior to bringing your pet in for veterinary care.
PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THE CLINIC
* We must Maintain Social Distancing*
Animal Consult Appointment Protocols:
We will speak to you by phone to gather all the necessary details, and discuss diagnostic and treatment options via phone just as we would during a normal consultation.
When we need to observe the animal patient in person:
• Please wait in your car (or the carpark).
• Phone the clinic on 09 479 7282 wave or toot your horn to let us know that you have arrived.
• A staff member will then come out to you for handing over your animal in appropriate PPE whilst maintaining the required 2m distance
Please rest assured we are available for:
• Medical and emergency appointments.
• Routine surgery
• Healthchecks and Vaccinations
• Prescription collections.
• Food and parasite treatment collections.

Please also follow the below Clinic Protocols:
• Phone in advance to order any food or parasite treatment.
• Phone in advance for any prescriptions.
• We will send you the account to pay online, once we receive payment we will phone you to arrange a time to collect. We will be unable to accept cash payment until further notice
• There will be an outdoor collection point arranged for you.
All dogs must be on a lead.
All cats/small animals/birds must be in a suitable enclosed cage/carrier for handover.
If our phone lines are busy please use email ([email protected]) for non-urgent enquiries.
We again thank you for your understanding and patience.
Kia Kaha
From your team at Rothesay Bay Vet

17/08/2021

Rothesay Bay Vet Clinic COVID-19 update - We are back into Alert Level 4:
We are still open as an essential service for your pets healthcare!
We have made some changes to the way we do things to ensure the health and safety of our clients and team members.
Please phone to make an appointment prior to bringing your pet in for veterinary care.
PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THE CLINIC
* We must Maintain Social Distancing*
Animal Consult Appointment Protocols:
We will speak to you by phone to gather all the necessary details, and discuss diagnostic and treatment options via phone just as we would during a normal consultation.
When we need to observe the animal patient in person:
• Please wait in your car (or the carpark).
• Phone the clinic on 09 479 7282 wave or toot your horn to let us know that you have arrived.
• A staff member will then come out to you for handing over your animal in appropriate PPE whilst maintaining the required 2m distance
Please rest assured we are still available for:
• Medical and emergency appointments.
• Prescription collections.
• Food and parasite treatment collections.
Please also follow the below Clinic Protocols:
• Phone in advance to order any food or parasite treatment.
• Phone in advance for any prescriptions.
• We will send you the account to pay online, once we receive payment we will phone you to arrange a time to collect. We will be unable to accept cash payment until further notice
• There will be an outdoor collection point arranged for you.
All dogs must be on a lead.
All cats/small animals/birds must be in a suitable enclosed cage/carrier for handover.
If our phone lines are busy please use email ([email protected]) for non-urgent enquiries.
We again thank you for your understanding and patience.
Keep safe
From your team at Rothesay Bay Vet

08/06/2021

Veterinary Nurse position available in Rothesay Bay, Auckland.

Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic promises to provide the best care for our patients and our clients. This means believing in and working according to our value of “where clients are friends and pets are family".

We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic experienced veterinary nurse to join our skilled and dedicated team at Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic. This is a full time role with 30-40 hours per week.

We are an independent, locally owned practice of 10 years located on the North Shore of Auckland. If you love the outdoors, close access to beaches, cafés, parks and transport links, then Rothesay Bay Vet is the ideal working location. We have strong links with the community and our local specialist referral centre.

Key requirements for this role:

Qualified Veterinary Nurse
2+ years of experience in companion animal practice
Great communication skills
Ability to build authentic relationships with our clients and staff

We have a lot of offer you:

A positive, hardworking, supportive yet fun team environment
A non-corporate practice
Competitive renumeration
Training and education opportunities
Modern equipment including:
Digital DR xray suite including dental
IM3 dental suite
multiparameter anaesthetic monitoring equipment & IV Fluid pumps
In-house idexx catalyst blood testing

If you are interested in working with a great team of like-minded people who feel like family and are passionate about providing quality veterinary care, we want to hear from you.

If this sounds like you then please apply online now!

Please send your CV and referees to [email protected]

08/06/2021

Veterinary Nurse position available at Rothesay Bay Vet

Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic promises to provide the best care for our patients and our clients. This means believing in and working according to our value of “where clients are friends and pets are family".

We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic experienced veterinary nurse to join our skilled and dedicated team at Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic. This is a full time role with 30-40 hours per week.

We are an independent, locally owned practice of 10 years located on the North Shore of Auckland. If you love the outdoors, close access to beaches, cafés, parks and transport links, then Rothesay Bay Vet is the ideal working location. We have strong links with the community and our local specialist referral centre.

Key requirements for this role:

Qualified Veterinary Nurse
2+ years of experience in companion animal practice
Great communication skills
Ability to build authentic relationships with our clients and staff

We have a lot of offer you:

A positive, hardworking, supportive yet fun team environment
A non-corporate practice
Competitive renumeration
Training and education opportunities
Modern equipment including:
Digital DR xray suite including dental
IM3 dental suite
multiparameter anaesthetic monitoring equipment & IV Fluid pumps
In-house idexx catalyst blood testing

If you are interested in working with a great team of like-minded people who feel like family and are passionate about providing quality veterinary care, we want to hear from you.

If this sounds like you then please apply online now!

Please send your CV and referees to [email protected]

22/03/2021

08/03/2021

07/03/2021

Covid 19 - Alert Level 2 update
We are glad to be able to allow clients into our clinic again.
Please continue to call and make an appointment prior to bringing your pet to Rothesay Bay Vet Clinic for care.
On arrival, please notify reception. You may be asked to wait in your car until we are ready to start your appointment.
We request that only one healthy adult wearing a mask, accompanies each pet into the clinic.
When in the building, please observe social distancing of at least 1 meter between other clients and our team members.
Thank you again for your continued patience and support
Your team at Rothesay Bay Vet

28/02/2021

Rothesay Bay Vet Clinic COVID-19 update - We are back into Alert Level 3:
We are still open as an essential service for your pets healthcare!
We are making some changes to the way we do things to ensure the health and safety of our clients and team members.
Please phone to make an appointment prior to bringing your pet in for veterinary care.
PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THE CLINIC
* We must Maintain Social Distancing*
Animal Consult Appointment Protocols:
We will speak to you by phone to gather all the necessary details, and discuss diagnostic and treatment options via phone just as we would during a normal consultation.
When we need to observe the animal patient in person:
• Please WAIT IN YOUR CAR (or the carpark).
• Phone the clinic on 09 479 7282 wave or toot your horn to let us know that you have arrived.
• A staff member will then come out to you for handing over your animal in appropriate PPE whilst maintaining the required 2m distance
Please rest assured we are still available for:
• Medical and emergency appointments.
• Prescription collections.
• Food and parasite treatment collections.
Please also follow the below Clinic Protocols:
• Phone in advance to order any food or parasite treatment.
• Phone in advance for any prescriptions.
• We will send you the account to pay online, once we receive payment we will phone you to arrange a time to collect. We will be unable to accept cash payment until further notice
• There will be an outdoor collection point arranged for you.
All dogs must be on a lead.
All cats/small animals/birds must be in a suitable enclosed cage/carrier for handover.
If our phone lines are busy please use email ([email protected]) for non-urgent enquiries.
We again thank you for your understanding and patience.
Kia Kaha
From your team at Rothesay Bay Vet

18/02/2021

Covid 19 - Alert Level 2 update
We are glad to be able to allow clients into our clinic again.
We are looking forward to seeing you in the clinic under more normal conditions!
However, it won't be quite "business as usual".
We must keep our clients and staff members safe.
Please continue to call and make an appointment prior to bringing your pet to Rothesay Bay Vet Clinic for care.
On arrival, please notify reception. You may be asked to wait in your car until we are ready to start your appointment.
We request that only one healthy adult wearing a mask, accompanies each pet into the clinic.
When in the building, please observe social distancing of at least 1 meter between other clients and our team members.
Thank you again for your continued patience and support
Your team at Rothesay Bay Vet

31/01/2021

Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic promises to provide the best care for our patients and our clients. This means believing in and working according to our value of “where clients are friends and pets are family".

We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic experienced companion animal veterinarian to join our skilled and dedicated team at Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic. This is a part time role with the option of increasing hours as the clinic continues to grow.

We are an independent, locally owned practice of 10 years located on the North Shore of Auckland. If you love the outdoors, close access to beaches, cafés, parks and transport links, then Rothesay Bay Vet is the ideal working location. We have strong links with the community and our local specialist referral centre.

Key requirements for this role:

New Zealand registered Veterinarian
2+ years of clinical experience in companion animal practice
Strong clinical assessment skills and proficiency in general surgery
Great communication skills
Ability to build authentic relationships with our clients and staff

We have a lot of offer you:

A positive, hardworking, supportive yet fun team environment
A non-corporate practice with flexible hours and no after hours
Competitive renumeration
Training and education opportunities
Modern equipment including:
Digital DR xray suite
IM3 dental suite
IV Fluid pumps
Inhouse idexx catalyst blood testing

If you are interested in working with a great team of like-minded people who feel like family and are passionate about providing quality veterinary care, we want to hear from you.

If this sounds like you then please apply online now!

Please send your CV and referees to [email protected]

29/09/2020

Moments like this, make me very glad to be a companion animal vet!

27/08/2020

Covid 19 - Alert Level 2
From 7:30am on Monday 31st August we will be allowing clients into our clinic again.
We are looking forward to seeing you in the clinic under more normal conditions!
However, it won't be quite "business as usual".
We must keep our clients and staff members safe.
Please continue to call and make an appointment prior to bringing your pet to Rothesay Bay Vet Clinic for care.
On arrival, please notify reception. You may be asked to wait in your car until we are ready to start your appointment.
We request that only one healthy adult wearing a mask, accompanies each pet into the clinic.
When in the building, please observe social distancing of at least 1 meter between other clients and our team members.
Thank you for your continued patience and support in these challenging times.
The Rothesay Bay Vet Team

11/08/2020

Rothesay Bay Vet Clinic COVID-19 update - As Auckland moves back into Alert Level 3:
We are still open as an essential service for your pets healthcare!
We are making some changes to the way we do things to ensure the health and safety of our clients and team members.

Please phone to make an appointment prior to bringing your pet in for veterinary care.
PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THE CLINIC
* We must Maintain Social Distancing*

Animal Consult Appointment Protocols:
We will speak to you by phone to gather all the necessary details, and discuss diagnostic and treatment options via phone just as we would during a normal consultation.
When we need to observe the animal patient in person:
• Please WAIT IN YOUR CAR (or the carpark).
• Phone the clinic on 09 479 7282 wave or toot your horn to let us know that you have arrived.
• A staff member will then come out to you for handing over your animal in appropriate PPE whilst maintaining the required 2m distance

Please rest assured we are still available for:
• Medical and emergency appointments.
• Prescription collections.
• Food and parasite treatment collections.

Please also follow the below Clinic Protocols:
• Phone in advance to order any food or parasite treatment.
• Phone in advance for any prescriptions.
• We will send you the account to pay online, once we receive payment we will phone you to arrange a time to collect. We will be unable to accept cash payment until further notice
• There will be an outdoor collection point arranged for you.
All dogs must be on a lead.
All cats/small animals/birds must be in a suitable enclosed cage/carrier for handover.

If our phone lines are busy please use email ([email protected]) for non-urgent enquiries.

We again thank you for your understanding and care toward other community members during these very uncertain times.

18/06/2020

Today is World Albatross Day - Te Rā O Ngā Toroa 2020.

12/06/2020

COVID-19 Alert level 1 notice:
Rothesay Bay Vet is back to our normal opening hours of:

Monday-Friday 7:30am-6pm
Saturday 9am-12noon
Sunday closed

We'd like to thank all our fantastic clients for their support and patience with us through alert levels 4-2.

We are now back to business as usual and look forward to seeing you in clinic!

12/06/2020

07/06/2020

Is your pet rabbit vaccinated against calicivirus?

Please make sure your pet rabbit is vaccinated against calicivirus.

Rabbit calicivirus infects pet rabbits through contact with diseased wild rabbits, faeces, bedding material, and flies.

The The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) recommends that pet rabbits should be vaccinated from 10 weeks of age, and boosters given according to your veterinarian's recommendation. Owners of rabbits that have been previously vaccinated, should ensure that booster vaccines are up-to-date, as annual boosters are required to maintain protection.

In addition to vaccination, there are also a number of practical steps you can take to minimise the risk to your pets:

• Keep them separate from wild rabbits.
• Control insects (especially flies and fleas) as much as possible both indoors and outdoors.
• Remove uneaten food on a daily basis.
• Keep your pet rabbit indoors where possible
• Wash hands between handling rabbits.
• Control insects around pet rabbits as they can spread the virus between rabbits.
• Avoid cutting grass and feeding it to pet rabbits.
• Thoroughly clean and disinfect cages and equipment.

Please speak to your veterinarian to discuss a vaccination plan for your pets and for advice and support.

12/05/2020

Covid 19 - Alert Level 2

From 8am on Thursday 14th May we will be allowing clients into our clinic again.

We are looking forward to seeing you in the clinic under more normal conditions.

However, it won't be quite "business as usual".
We must keep our clients and staff members safe.

Please continue to call and make an appointment prior to bringing your pet to Rothesay Bay Vet Clinic for care.

On arrival, please notify reception. You may be asked to wait in your car until we are ready to start your appointment.

We request that only one healthy adult accompanies each pet into the clinic.

When in the building, please observe social distancing of 2 meters between other clients and our team members.

Thank you for your continued patience and support in these challenging times.

The Rothesay Bay Vet Team

10/04/2020

Happy Easter Friday, everyone!
Try this for a bit of fun this weekend :)

09/04/2020

07/04/2020

Highlighting the importance of keeping dogs on leads when out walking!

We've created this handy infographic for pet owners - how to live with pets in the COVID-19 environment.

You can download it here http://ow.ly/r9br50z7dL3

03/04/2020

We want to reassure people about the transmission of COVID-19 from their animals.

There is currently no evidence pets or production animals actively transmit the virus to people. Our advice is to follow good hygiene practices and always wash your hands after handling your pet, as a sensible precaution.

Remember your pets are part of your bubble so you should observe the usual social distancing rules and not allow anyone outside your bubble to pat or stroke your pet.

31/03/2020

We want to reassure people about the transmission of COVID-19 from their animals.

There is currently no evidence pets or production animals actively transmit the virus to people. Our advice is to follow good hygiene practices and always wash your hands after handling your pet, as a sensible precaution.

Remember your pets are part of your bubble so you should observe the usual social distancing rules and not allow anyone outside your bubble to pat or stroke your pet.

27/03/2020

Helpful information for all our clients

Good morning all.

Here is a handy infographic for using when you think you need to visit your veterinarian in the current COVID-19 environment.

Remember - veterinarians are classed as essential services.

25/03/2020

Wise words Djane

Djane just wanted to remind everyone that being conscious of your mental health in times like this is very important!
Djane likes to take ten minutes out of her day to meditate and spend time away from her sister Zahra.

Photo via Carnivore Keeper, Amy.

25/03/2020

Rothesay Bay Vet Clinic COVID-19 update
We are still open as an essential service for your pets healthcare!

PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THE CLINIC

Alert Level 4
Essential Services Only - We must Maintain Social Distancing

Animal Consult Appointment Protocols:
Unless it is a true emergency animal consultation will mostly be by telecommunication (phone, zoom, skype etc).

When we need to observe the animal patient in person:
• Please WAIT IN YOUR CAR (or the carpark).
• Phone, wave or toot your horn to let us know that you have arrived.
• A staff member will then come out to you for handing over your animal in appropriate PPE whilst maintaining the required 2m distance

Please rest assured we are still available for:
• Medical and emergency appointments.
• Prescription collections.
• Food and parasite treatment collections.

Please also follow the below Clinic Protocols:
• Phone in advance to order any food or parasite treatment.
• Phone in advance for any prescriptions.
• We will send you the account to pay online, once we receive payment we will phone you to arrange a time to collect.
• There will be an outdoor collection point arranged for you.

All dogs must be on a lead.
All cats/small animals/birds must be in a suitable enclosed cage/carrier for handover.

We thank you for your understanding and care toward other community members during these very uncertain times.

25/03/2020

CLINIC OPENING HOURS CHANGE DUE TO COVID-19

MONDAY-FRIDAY
8am-5pm
(Essential services only)
Please rest assured we are still available for:
• Medical and emergency appointments.
• Prescription collections.
• Food and parasite treatment collections.

SATURDAY CLOSED - until further notice

ARC after hours 09 281 5815
@ 224 Albany Highway, Schnapper Rock

22/03/2020

If you are in self isolation or have any active respiratory symptoms including; a sore throat, coughing or sneezing.

• We would ask that you please remain at home
• Do not just turn up at the clinic.
• Please ring us to discuss your pet’s health concerns

We have a number of options available to us including:
• phone and/or video consultation
• car park distance consultation
• Animal drop off by a non-isolated family member or friend
• Prescription medication delivery

Kind Regards

Tristan Davies BVSc