Dairy Flat Veterinary Clinic

19/02/2025

Did you know that Karaka berries can be toxic to pets? 🍇🐾 While these bright orange fruits might look tempting, they can cause serious health issues for dogs and cats if ingested, including vomiting, diarrhea, and even liver failure. If you have a pet that enjoys exploring outdoors, be mindful of where they roam. Keep an eye on them, especially during berry season, and make sure they steer clear of these harmful fruits. Stay safe, furry friends! ❤️

23/01/2025

We have some spots available for our next gastroscope day !!
Wednesday 5th February from 9am
We have Chris here from Randlab alongside our equine vet Saffron.
Call us now on 094269535 to book in your horse for this great offer.
$212 including sedation at the clinic 👍

19/01/2025

Gastroscope Day !!!!

Wednesday 5th February from 9am

We have Chris here from Randlab alongside our equine vet Saffron.
We still have spaces available, give us a call on 09 426 9535
$212 including sedation at the clinic 👍

31/12/2024

Happy New Year everyone ! Just a reminder that we close at 5pm tonight and then re-open with our usual hours on Friday. Have a safe and enjoyable New Year. Cheers from all the team at Dairy Flat Vet Hospital xx

27/12/2024

It's baby bird season!

Many rescues and vet clinics become over run with fledglings at this time of year, when it is often best for them to be left alone. Below is advice from Bird Care Aotearoa:

Many birds go through a totally normal (but awkward!) stage when they fledge. They leave the nest before they are able to fly properly and can be found hopping around on the ground. Parent birds will come by with food, but will likely not be around all the time.

If the fledgling appears to be healthy and uninjured, is not in immediate danger, and the parents are still around (you may need to observe the area consistently for up to an hour), please do not take these babies! The best place for them is with their family. Simply leave them where they are or carefully place them in a nearby bush.

If there is no sign of the parents, or if the fledgling appears to be sick or injured, then please bring them to Bird Care as soon as possible. Place a towel in a box and make some air holes for ventilation. Place the bird in the box and bring them to Bird Care during our opening hours.

Bird Care Aotearoa can be contacted on 027 816 9219 between the hours of 8am-4pm daily and are located at 74 Avonleigh Road, Green Bay, Auckland 0604. Please note they are currently closed during the holiday period.

19/12/2024

Buy any BRAVECTO flea/tick product from now until the end of January and go in the draw to win a Barker's Hamper!

13/12/2024

The holiday season is almost upon us so just a wee reminder to get your orders in for any medications or prescription food (especially for compounded medications)!

Our opening hours over the Christmas/New Year period are:

Tuesday 24th December (Christmas Eve): 8am-5pm
Wednesday 25th December (Christmas Day): CLOSED
Thursday 26th December (Boxing Day): CLOSED
Friday 27th December: 8am-6pm
Saturday 28th December: 8am-12pm
Sunday 29th December: CLOSED
Monday 30th December: 8am-6pm
Tuesday 31st December (New Year's Eve): 8am-5pm
Wednesday 1st January (New Year's Day): CLOSED
Thursday 2nd January: CLOSED

Have a very Merry Xmas and fantastic New Year !🎉🎁⛱💕

05/11/2024

Lost dog ! this lovely pup was found on Wilks Road. Does not appear to be microchipped. Please contact us on 094269535 if you think this pup belongs to you. Please share to other Facebook community groups. Thank you :)

31/10/2024

Gastroscope Day !!!!

Tuesday 5th October from 9am

We have Chris here from Randlab alongside our equine vet Saffron.
We still have spaces available, give us a call on 09 426 9535
$212 including sedation at the clinic 👍

06/09/2024

Guy Fawkes season is almost upon us! Below are some helpful tips on how to keep your pets safe and reduce stress.

- Keep pets inside, with the curtains closed. Have some gentle music playing in the background.
- Create a safe space for them such as a crate with a blanket over the top, or for cats - a cardboard box lined with blankets.
- Have all their favourite toys, food and water ready to keep them occupied. Puzzles, kongs and licki mats can also be helpful distractions.
- Make sure microchips are registered on the NZCAR and that all of your contact details are up to date in case they run off.

We stock a range of products over the counter that can help reduce stress including Thunder Shirts, Feliway and Adaptal (in collars, deffusers and sprays), Calmex, and food options such as Royal Canin Calm.

For anti-anxiety prescription medications give us a call on 09 426 9535 to discuss.

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26/07/2024

We have had an elderly border collie handed in to us, found by Austin Road. Not microchipped, proof of ownership will be required
Call us on 09 426 9535

12/07/2024

Just a wee reminder, if you have in lamb ewes to check if they are due to be vaccinated or drenched before they give birth.
Ideally vaccinate and drench within four weeks of their due date so they can pass on passive immunity to their babies.

07/07/2024

Gastroscope Day !!!!

Tuesday 16th July from 9am

We have Chris here from Randlab alongside our equine vet Saffron.
We still have spaces available, give us a call on 09 426 9535
$212 including sedation at the clinic 👍

24/06/2024

Golden doodle puppy cuteness x9 🐕😍

21/06/2024

Fun fact Saturday!
Did you know that all ginger cats are tabby but not all tabbies are ginger!
Around 25% are female.
Personality wise, they tend to be very chatty, affectionate and are perceived to be 'Velcro' cats who love to be with their owners.
There are many famous orange cats in movies etc such as Shrek's 'Puss n Boots' , Breakfast at Tiffany's 'Orangey' and of course Garfield !
There is no correlation between the stereotype of redheads and having bad tempers or attitudes.
Hamish, who belongs to one of our vet nurses, certainly fits the profile of a ginger kitty 😍

11/06/2024

Buy any Simparica 3 pack and receive a free tasty Mutt Butter treat as well as $10 off!

Great as a distraction on a lick pad while you trim those nails, or to fill a kong toy 🐶😍

10/06/2024

Did you know that we provide free dental checks and dental estimates? We are also running a dental promo for the months of June and July which offers generous savings!

Just like humans, your pet’s teeth are always being bombarded by bacteria, leading to the buildup of plaque and tartar. This can start at a young age in some dogs and cats.

The first time that many pet owners know there is a problem with their pet’s teeth is when they catch a whiff of very smelly breath or, more worryingly, when their pet stops eating. You may think that a bit of smelly breath (halitosis) is okay to put up with, however poor teeth and dental hygiene can result in other much more serious health problems.

You might not realise that your pet has dental problems, especially if you don’t get very close to their mouths. Most animals can be very secretive, even if their mouths are causing them pain. Many pets will not cry out, but simply tolerate it.

If you do see any of the following signs, it may indicate dental discomfort:
Reluctance to eat – especially hard food such as biscuits
Their coats becoming unkempt or matted – they may be reluctant to groom
Wetness around their face, chin and mouth – or even drooling
Some animals even ‘paw’ at their faces/mouth areas
Like any disease, the earlier it is discovered the easier it is to treat, and early intervention can save you money!