Vetlife

24/10/2025

Just a friendly reminder: Our clinics will be closed on Labour Day.

If you require urgent care, our emergency vet services are available—please contact your local clinic: https://hubs.ly/Q03PZMwy0

24/10/2025

Just a friendly reminder: Our clinics will be closed on Labour Day.

If you require urgent care, our emergency vet services are available—please contact your local clinic: https://hubs.la/Q03PZx040

23/10/2025

🔴 Red Weather Warning – Service Update
Due to severe weather conditions, our Tasman, Blenheim, Oxford, Culverden, Waikouaiti, and Murrays in Mosgiel clinics are currently experiencing power outages and are operating with limited capacity.

📞 In the event of an emergency only, please contact your local clinic by telephone: https://hubs.ly/Q03PPX9x0

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to maintain essential services during this time. Please stay safe and follow local emergency guidance.

22/10/2025

Did you know that regular, targeted bathing is one of the most overlooked ways to manage allergic skin disease in dogs? 🐶🛁

If your dog struggles with allergies, this article by Alex Avery, one of Vetlife Timaru’s fantastic companion vets is a must-read.

Our top tips for helping ease your dog's allergies through regular bathing, including the beneifits of choosing the right shampp and more.

22/10/2025

⚡ Power Outage Update – Vetlife on Alabama ⚡
Due to a power outage, our Blenheim clinic is currently operating with limited services. We’re working closely with local authorities and power providers to restore full functionality as soon as possible. For emergencies only, please call the clinic on 03 578 6965.

20/10/2025

🌷Spring is in the air and so are seasonal allergies! 🌷

The amazing team at Vetlife New Brighton have noticed a recent rise in pets experiencing allergy symptoms thanks to the warmer weather.

Pictured here are some of our team members with a selection of popular products that, when paired with vet-prescribed treatments, can help ease your furry friend's discomfort. You’ll also spot a range of products aimed at helping pets cope with anxiety and stress. With firework season just around the corner, it’s a great time to pop into the clinic and chat with your local Vetlife team about ways to keep your furry friend feeling safe and relaxed.

17/10/2025

Understanding why your dog is scratching is the key to helping them feel comfortable again. Read the article below to uncover the five most common causes of itch in dogs, from the obvious to the often overlooked.

Has your dog turned into a relentless scratching machine? Learn about the top five causes of itciness and how to help stop the itch!

15/10/2025

Vetlife Twizel welcomed a bunch of adorable puppies in for their first vaccinations, all prepped and ready for their new forever homes!

14/10/2025

Meet Minty — a 25-year-old gelded miniature horse whose story highlights the importance of selenium, an essential trace mineral for equine health.

A selenium test for your horse is probably money well spent to establish their status. Other minerals can be tested off the same sample

05/10/2025

It’s Vet Nurse Awareness Week!

This week we’re celebrating the amazing vet nurses who care for our furry (and feathered) friends with so much skill, heart, and patience. Whether they’re comforting a nervous pup, assisting in surgery, or just sneaking an extra treat to a brave kitty! These legends are the backbone of every clinic.

Show some love, and tag a vet nurse who deserves a little extra appreciation 💙

29/09/2025

👣 Guess the Footprints & WIN! 🐾

We’re throwing a fun little challenge over on our Instagram , and it’s all about identifying mystery footprints! Think you’ve got the instincts of a wildlife detective? 🕵️‍♂️

Head over to Instagram, follow the steps, and you could be taking home a prize!

23/09/2025

Vet David Howes from Vetlife Alabama recently had the pleasure of attending the Richmond View School science fair, where Isla (the daughter of one of our wonderful clients) presented her impressive project on the Mechanics of Horse Tendons. Her research explored how tendon biomechanics vary between horse breeds bred for racing versus sport.

It was a proud moment to see such curiosity and passion for equine science in the next generation. Well done, Isla, your dedication truly stood out!

21/09/2025

Say hello to Lettuce and her sweet little kittens, recently brought into Vetlife Timaru. Thanks to our amazing vet nurse, Hannah who works closely with Street Cats South Canterbury, these fur babies have found a safe place to land. 💕

Lettuce arrived suffering from a severe flea problem. Thankfully, a quick treatment for fleas and ticks soothed her irritation and shielded her from further infestations and worms.

☀️ Warmer weather creates the perfect environment for fleas to multiply, leading to discomfort for pets and potential issues in your home. Drop by your nearest Vetlife clinic to explore treatment options or preventative care tailored to your furry friend.

21/07/2025

🐾 Snip and Chip is back!

Vetlife Clinics are proudly supporting the SPCA Snip and Chip programme! If you live in the Tasman, Nelson, Marlborough, or Kaikoura council areas, your cat may be eligible.

🗓️ Campaign runs from today, Wednesday 23 July – 30 November 2025.

💸 Just $30 gets your cat friend desexed and microchipped— Spots fill fast, so don’t wait! Link in comments

18/07/2025

This compelling video from , made in partnership with NZVA, highlights just how deeply New Zealanders appreciate their veterinary teams—and how much remains misunderstood about the vital work they do.

18/06/2025

Heads up! Our clinics will be closed on Matariki as we take time to observe this special holiday. However, if you need urgent care, our emergency vet services are available—just call your local clinic https://hubs.la/Q03sz7cc0

29/04/2025

April was all about keeping our pets happy and thriving! 🐾 From engaging activities to simple ideas for boosting their mental and physical well-being, this month reminded us of the joy pets bring into our lives when they're at their best.

Thank you for joining us in celebrating enrichment this month—here's to more joyful moments ahead! 🐕🐈

28/04/2025

Keep mealtime exciting and engaging for your pets while ensuring they stay healthy and happy! 🐾 Nutritional enrichment involves enhancing their feeding experience with variety and creativity, catering to both their physical needs and natural instincts.

Here are some simple ideas to add nutritional enrichment to your pet's daily life:
• Offer variety in textures
• Create a treasure hunt
• Serve meals differently
• Rotate (pet safe) proteins

By making mealtime stimulating and fun, nutritional enrichment can promote mental and physical well-being. The SPCA has a great article on nutritional enrichment on dogs if you would like more information https://hubs.la/Q03j_TBM0

25/04/2025

🐾 Happy World Veterinary Day 2025! 🩺🌍

Today, we’re celebrating the talented veterinarians at Vetlife, whose dedication and compassion are at the heart of animal health and well-being. From caring for the pets that come into the clinics to providing expert call-out services for livestock, their hard work ensures a brighter future for animals across our communities. 💚

This year’s theme, “Animal health takes a team,” highlights the power of teamwork in veterinary care. Vets work closely with vet nurses, technicians, researchers, farmers, caregivers, and pet owners to provide the very best for every animal. It’s this united effort that drives progress in animal health.

Thank you for all that you do! 🐶🐱🐴

23/04/2025

ANZAC Day Closure Notice

Please note that our clinics will be closed on ANZAC Day as we take time to honor and remember those who have served.

🐾 Need emergency care? If your pet requires urgent medical attention, don’t wait — call your local clinic to connect with our emergency vet line.

Clinic contact details can be found here:
https://hubs.la/Q03gvvGM0

23/04/2025

Sensory Enrichment

Is all about stimulating your pet's senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, and even taste) to keep their minds engaged and their instincts active. It's a way to make their environment more interesting and varied, which promotes mental and physical well-being.

Examples of Sensory Enrichment:
✔️Engage their sense of sight with moving objects like bubbles
✔️Enhance their hearing with pet-safe music or natural sounds
✔️Stimulate touch with toys or surfaces of different textures

Sensory enrichment strengthens their connection to their environment and keeps their world exciting! Every pet deserves to explore and engage their senses. Tell us in the comments how do you bring sensory enrichment into your furry friend's life?? 🐩🐇🐈🐎