Manukau After Hours Veterinary Clinic

23/06/2024

If an afterhours emergency occurs with your pet, you may find yourself here in clinic with us, here's what to expect in our reception/waiting room...

- When you arrive your pet will be triaged, given immediate pain relief if required or taken straight out the back to the treatment area if a further check or treatment is needed.
- If your pet is stable and comfortable, you will wait in this area before your consult, you can also wait in the car with your pet if they are anxious or prefer a more familiar environment.
- You can alert our reception or nursing team if you feel your pets condition has changed while you wait for consult.
- There is signage advising of the estimated wait time, please be aware that some pets that arrive after you may be seen before your pet due to the severity of their illness or injury.
- There is water, tv, magazines and kids area available for your use, along with a bathroom.
- When it is time for consult, you will be taken to a consult room, we have one reserved for cats to reduce their stress levels.
- The Vet will physically check your pet and work with you to decide on a plan of treatment.

21/06/2024

All kittens are born with blue eyes. Their true eye colour is developed by about 8 weeks of age.

19/06/2024

🩸 Blood and Plasma Transfusions
Here at Manukau After Hours Veterinary Clinic, we have the resources to provide blood and plasma transfusions as part of the treatment plan for your pet.🐾🥼🩸🩺🩹

16/06/2024

We see all types of companion animals here, dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and even lizards.
We can't leave the clinic for home visits, but you can call us at any time.

14/06/2024

🐾 Puppies have baby teeth too, they are replaced by 42 adult teeth by the time they are 6 months old, no wonder they are always chewing on things!🐶🐾

12/06/2024

🐾Whoops!😱
Has your pet got themselves into a pickle? 🥴🫣

Perhaps they ran into a glass door or cut themselves on something at home or out walking. We provide after hours emergency vet services, including diagnostics (bloods, x-ray, ultrasound etc) and are here if you unexpectedly need us.

07/06/2024

To the dog owners whose dogs find all the muddy puddles on every walk this winter.....
🤞May they shake themselves outdoors
🤞May you always have a spare towel conveniently nearby
🤞May they be easy to bathe

😆🙏🤞

05/06/2024

Does your pet need medical treatment but is aggressive with strangers or at the vets?

Give our team a call so we can work with you to give your pet the treatment they need. We often come across pets that show fear aggression, anxiety or lash out when in pain or unwell. Your pet is not 'bad' and we are experienced in working with them in a way to reduce stress and keep every one safe.

Give us a heads up, and we will work out an individualised plan for your loved pet ❤

02/06/2024

Call us if you need us - 09 277 8383

02/06/2024

What's in a surgery? 👀

If your furry family member needs emergency surgery with us, here is what their experience may be like...🐾

🩸 They have a consult with the vet and owner, a treatment plan is made.
🩸 Your pet receives the first of its medication and diagnostic testing (bloods, x-rays).
🩸 The surgical suite is set up in preparation. Equipment tested and supplies and medication gathered.
🩸 The vet calls to update you on the results of testing and medications, confirms surgery time and plan.
🩸 The team gathers to talk about the upcoming surgery, medication and procedure so everyone is prepared and ready.
🩸 Surgery begins, the vet calls with an update once they are in recovery.
🩸 Your pet continues to be monitored until they are able to go home with you, or to their day clinic.

31/05/2024

Rabbits do better with company. They can live up until 12 years of age and get very lonely if they're alone.

29/05/2024

Emergencies we have seen recently...

- hit by car dogs and cats
- blocked bladder cats
- dog fight wounds big and small
- foreign bodies stuck in the intestines

Our team has got you covered if you need an emergency, afterhours vet.

26/05/2024

NO COOKED BONES

They may look and smell delicious to your pet, however if eaten they can cause damage all the way down, from breaking teeth to poking holes in the intestine, getting stuck and causing damage on the way out the other end! Ouch!

We don't want your dog to be cooked too!

24/05/2024

The "hot dog' was named after the dog, not the other way around.

22/05/2024

Late night worries? 😬😵‍

If your regular vet is closed, and your pet has you up worried at night or during the weekend, you're welcome to give our team a call. 📞

We can listen to what symptoms your loved family member is experiencing and offer suggestions on what the next steps could be.🩺🐾

19/05/2024

HGE - Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis - the sudden development of vomiting and bloody diarrhoea.

*Not Parvovirus*

This illness can affect dogs of any age, size or breed, and if it is severe enough and untreated, the dog can pass away from the illness.
They often show signs of vomiting, nausea, bloody diarrhoea, sore abdomen, fever and depression.
If your pet shows these signs, call your vet asap to make a plan for your 4 legged friend. We can be reached afterhours and weekends on 09 277 8383

17/05/2024

Games or training where your dog uses their nose to 'sniff out' something or someone can improve your dogs satisfaction and quality of life.

15/05/2024

🐾Anaesthesia🐾

At Manukau After Hours Veterinary Clinic we tailor the type of anaesthesia to your pet's individual needs. The vet will discuss this with you should your pet need a procedure with us that requires anaesthesia.

💉Injectable - A needle injects the anaesthetic drug into the body, the drug stops the nerves from working, slowing down the body and puts it into a state of unconsciousness.
👃Gas - Anaesthetic gas is inhaled and blocks the nerve signals in the body, temporarily placing the pet into a state of unconsciousness
😴Sedation - helps the pet relax and go into a drowsy sleeping state
👩‍🔬Local anaesthetic - temporarily reduces the sensation of pain in one specific area of the body, the information from the nerves in that area don't reach the brain so there is no 'feeling' in the area for the patient.

12/05/2024

10/05/2024

Back Sleeper: Does your dog sleep on their back, paws up in the air and belly exposed? It may be a sign that they feel safe and comfortable and allows them to cool off as there’s less hair on their belly so heat can escape.

Side Sleeper: A sign that your dog is relaxed, comfortable and is probably dreaming in REM sleep.

Curled up: They are trying to conserve warmth and feel safe and protected.

08/05/2024

🐾Perks of the Job!🐾

A very kind person rescued a pregnant cat who needed medical attention because she had given birth to 1 kitten, however there were more that were not coming out! 😳 It turned out that 1 of these kittens was breech and the mother cat (only a kitten herself) was having trouble birthing her.

A c-section surgery was ordered stat and two adorable ginger kittens were birthed via c-section. One required further resuscitation but the team here did such a great job and the mother cat went home that night with 3 kittens 🐱🐱🐱 and one proud new owner 👩‍🍼

We wish them the best of health!

We are so glad this had a good outcome! However it highlights the importance of desexing and the risks involved with kittens having kittens, especially when they are stray or wild and have no access to medical treatment if required. This mother cat and kittens was very lucky to have been rescued in the nick of time.❤🐾

05/05/2024

Heterochromia in cats (2 different coloured eyes) is most common in all white cats

03/05/2024

🐾👀 Cats can only move their jaw up and down, not side to side like we can 👀🐾

01/05/2024

At Manukau After Hours Vet Clinic, we understand that your dog is more than just a pet - they're a loved family member.

From the cheerful wagging tails to the warm, wet noses, we're committed to delivering top-notch care for your furry companion. Our team showers your pup with belly rubs and plenty of tender loving care, we do our best to make them feel at ease and make their visit as positive an experience for them as we can.

In times of emergency, trust us to provide the expert treatment your dog deserves. Come visit us and let's give your pup the care they need! 🐾💙

28/04/2024

🐶🐾 Did you know about the incredible technology we have at our emergency after-hours veterinary clinic? 🏥✨ Let us introduce you to our Radiography Suite! 📷

Why Radiography Matters:
🔍 Precision Diagnosis: Radiography allows us to get a detailed look inside your furry friend's body, helping us pinpoint any issues with accuracy.

🌟 Swift Action: In emergency situations, time is of the essence. Radiography enables us to quickly identify problems and start the right treatment ASAP.

🧩 Completing the Puzzle: When symptoms are unclear, radiographs often provide the missing piece of the diagnostic puzzle.

A Glimpse Inside: We're committed to providing top-notch care, and our Radiography Suite is just one of the many ways we do it. Your pet's health is our top priority! 🐾❤️

Got questions about radiography or your pet's care? Drop them in the comments below!

26/04/2024

🐾"Now listen here human, your work day is done and this is my spot till Monday" 🐾

24/04/2024

❤️
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.

The team at Manukau After Hours Vet Clinic respectfully remembers our ANZAC soldiers, those who made it home, and those who did not.
We also want to acknowledge the animals involved who supported and comforted our loved ones when they were far from home.

Ceasar the bulldog, recipient of the Blue Cross medal for service and bravery (Nigel Allsopp) On 27 May 2019, Ceasar the bulldog became the first New Zealand animal to be awarded a Blue Cross medal for his service and bravery during the First World War.Ceasar is one of thousands of New Zealand anima...

24/04/2024

🐾We are here to help, if your pet is showing symptoms that are concerning you, give us a call ☎️ on 09 277 8383 🐾

24/04/2024

WE ARE OPEN ANZAC DAY

From 6pm Wednesday, to 8am Friday we are here if you need us...

16/04/2024

Thank you Otis!!

Otis the brave was in clinic over the weekend to donate some fresh blood for a transfusion to save another patient.

One of our wonderful veterinary nurses owns Otis and he was in the right place at the right time. A gentle sedation and we are able to collect enough blood to give to our recipient patient

Thank you Otis and Sophie - we love you Otis, you are a hero 💕🐶🩸