Wigram Vet

14/06/2024

Winter has Christchurch in its icy grip and as we dream of warm summer days our minds should turn to maintenance, so we have come up with a great winter dental promotion for your pets.

It is an unfortunate fact that by the time cats and dogs reach the age of 6, many of them will have significant dental disease. This is not always apparent to you, their loving owner, as many pets will continue to eat well even with severe periodontal disease.

Until the end of July we are offering a Free Dental Assessment valued at $72. We will check your pet for any signs of dental disease and recommend a treatment plan, if required. This examination is absolutely free.

If your pet does get booked in for a dental procedure following the free dental assessment then they will qualify for a 15% discount off the entire dental procedure.

Offer ends 31st of July 2024.

01/06/2024

A friendly reminder that Wigram Vet Clinic is closed for the King’s Birthday public holiday Monday 3rd June.

Emergency care is available when we are closed at The After Hours Veterinary Clinic: 03 366 1052
146 Antigua Street in Addington.

Enjoy the long weekend.

30/05/2024

Meet Copper!
The newest (cutest) addition to the Wigram Vet family.

29/05/2024

How adorable are these English Springer Spaniel puppies!?
They where very brave for their first puppy vaccinations last week. So cute one of our nurses took one home. These puppy vaccinations protect against diseases like parvovirus which can be fatal. Check out Trade Me if you would like to contact the owner.

15/05/2024

Many of you have heard about the suspected Babesia case in Canterbury in April. Babesia is transmitted via ticks. Although we do not usually see ticks on dogs in New Zealand, this is a good reminder to keep up to date with flea and tick control.

BRAVECTO is a convenient and effective choice for flea and tick prevention!
We stock a range of sizes of Bravecto for both cats and dogs.

08/05/2024

“The smallest feline is a masterpiece.” – Leonardo Da Vinci
Cat Rescue Christchurch

02/05/2024

Meet P**i 🥰
He was very brave for his patella repair surgery this week.
Small breed dogs are prone to "luxating patellas" which occur when the kneecap pops out of place when the dog is moving. This is often accompanied with a "skipping gait" while the dog attempts to replace the kneecap. This condition can be uncomfortable, and is repaired by realigning the muscles and their attachment. Recovery is enhanced with physical rehabilitation, which can get these little guys back to zoomies in no time!

27/04/2024

Please keep an eye out for Blu!

Blu is a male grey tabby Tabby who has been missing since 25/4/2024. Blu is microchipped. If you have any information regarding Blu’s whereabouts, please contact their guardians via the LostPet listing.

24/04/2024

A friendly reminder that Wigram Vet Clinic is closed for ANZAC day and will reopen on the 26th of April.
If veterinary care is required during this time please contact After Hours Veterinary Clinic on 03 366 1052.
May we remember not only the people who served and fought for our country but the animals too.

04/04/2024

Thank you to everyone that came along to the Easter Hunt on Saturday! We loved seeing so many people out with their dogs having fun.

Here are some of our participants, take a look at these cuties in action! 🐣🐰🐩

28/03/2024

Easter hunt on Saturday!
We are closed on Friday and Monday for the public holidays, but open Saturday 9am-4pm with an Easter hunt for dogs from 9am to noon. Join us for fun and spot prizes!
Emergency care is available when we are closed at After Hours Veterinary Clinic: 03 366 1052
146 Antigua Street in Addington.

20/03/2024

Are you cats purring for some deals?
We currently have 30% off:
-1 X Royal Canin cat S/O 1.5kg
- 1 X box of Royal Canin cat early renal pouches
-2 X boxes of Royal Canin cat diabetic pouches
-2 X boxes of Royal Canin cat satiety pouches

14/03/2024

Meet Pippi!
Pippi suffered from a broken radius and ulna after rough-housing with a sibling. Luckily for Pippi, we were able to quickly repair the fracture and here she is, one week later, walking around like nothing happened! Shout out to our fabulous rehabilitation practitioner for getting this girl in so quickly after surgery. Physical rehabilitation is key to a successful outcome!

09/03/2024

MICROCHIPPING

There appear to have been an increasing number of older or sick cats brought into the vets or SPCA by concerned members of the public, only to find that they have not been microchipped, so their owners cannot be located easily. We advise that if you do see a cat who appears to be unwell outside in a neighbourhood, please door knock first to check that the cat is not just sitting outside their house or nearby. (Also older cats can look scraggly and thin due to senior cat conditions such as hyperthyroidism, arthritis, kidney disease, etc.)

And for all cat owners, especially those with cats who like to visit around the neighbourhood, we strongly recommend your cats are microchipped as this is the best form of identification (a collar can be lost or removed, and some rescue cats will not tolerate wearing a collar). A microchip is tiny and it’s placed underneath your cat's skin by a vet or a registered organisation, usually around the shoulder area.

Microchipping is a two-stage process: first the microchip is implanted, then it is registered on the NZ Companion Animal database, with the details of your name, address and contact number. It is very important that you keep your details up to date, so that if your cat is ever lost, and gets taken to a vet for a microchip check to try to identify the owner, you can be contacted straight away.

All of our cats and kittens for adoption are desexed and microchipped, and we initially register your details when adoption takes place. It is then your responsibility to keep the registration up to date if you move or change your phone number.

Have you checked that your cat’s microchip registration is up to date - see the diagram below for details of how to do this.

07/03/2024

Good evening Wigram! We are seeing an increase in the number of parvovirus cases in the area. It is very important to make sure that your puppy is FULLY vaccinated before they begin to explore the world. If you know or are concerned that your animal may be due or overdue for a vaccination, give the clinic a call at 03-929-0987.
Click the link below for more information.

Parvoviruses are a large group; almost every mammal species including humans seems to have its own parvovirus. Fortunately, each virus is pretty specific about what animals it can infect (i.e., the pig parvovirus will not infect people, the canine parvovirus will not infect cats, etc.)

05/03/2024

Consider the clinical signs of osteoarthritis in cats.

05/02/2024

Wishing everyone a happy Waitangi day!

We will be closed on Tuesday 6th February for Waitangi Day, and open again on Wednesday 7th February.
If you require emergency care or treatment while we are closed the After Hours Veterinary Clinic will be open.
03 366 1052
146 Antigua Street, Addington

04/02/2024

A member of the public has brought in a deceased, entire male, short-haired tabby cat. He has no microchip or collar and was found on Valiant street. If you think this may be your cat, please contact the clinic at 03 929 0987.

04/01/2024

🎉 Congratulations to all the talented participants of our coloring competition! 🎨 After much deliberation, we are thrilled to announce our winners:

CONGRATULATIONS to Lia, Keanu and Jeremiah🥳

A big thank you to everyone who participated. Your artistic talents have truly brightened our day!

23/12/2023

It has been a busy couple of days at Wigram Vet with animals getting those last minute vaccinations and a few more "oopsie" incidents as owners and their animals spend more time participating in outdoor activities. I'm happy to say we were able to help a lot of animals and their people. The nurses put in such an amazing effort, and vets certainly couldn't do their jobs without them. Happy holidays to the Wigram Vet Community!

22/12/2023

A member of public presented us with a lost dog this morning. It is a 15 kg, tricolour, female, spitz-like dog and appears recently groomed. The dog was microchipped but unfortunately the microchip was not registered with NZCAR.
Council has picked the dog up. Please contact Christchurch City Council directly if this is your dog.

19/12/2023

19/12/2023

Cuteness overload with Cat Rescue Christchurch! 😍

17/12/2023

Found kitten.
Found on Kaiwara street, Hoon Hay.
No microchip but very friendly.
Please give us a call at (03) 929 0987 if you know anything.

16/12/2023

It was a busy but emotionally rewarding day on Friday. Thanks to the amazing staff who kept things rolling and the kind clientele that made it possible ❤️

08/12/2023

Meet Moose!

Moose is a 7-month-old French Bulldog who came to Wigram Vet to have surgery to correct his airways due to Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome, or BOAS.

Brachycephalic breeds such as English Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, Pugs, Persians, Boxers, and others are more susceptible to heat-related issues due to their unique anatomy, which makes it challenging for them to cool down efficiently. These breeds are at an increased risk of heat stroke, and often have digestion issues such as vomiting and regurgitation.

Moose had a procedure to open his nostrils, shorten his soft palate, and remove his saccules making it easier to breathe. BOAS is progressive and can get worse with time. Moose's owners have given him the best chance at life by getting this procedure done early to prevent compounding issues.

If you have a brachycphalic dog or cat and are interested in knowing if corrective airway surgery is correct for your pet, give us a call today at 03 929 0987

07/12/2023

A big welcome and introduction of our new vet Christina Morris.

Christina has come to the mainland from the north island but originally from the USA. She has a special interest in surgery including orthopaedics and corrective airway surgeries. Christina completed her masters in small animal surgery and enjoys the privilege of taking a limping, painful animal all the way through surgery and back to their normal routine, whether that be hunting, herding, or just hanging with their favourite humans.

Christina is available for all your pets needs from general health to surgery and rehabilitation.

05/12/2023

Help us choose a name for Christina's new cat! 😍 Jupiter? Mooncake? Avacato? Toki Wartooth?

Did you know that Sphinx cats, with their hairless charm, are prone to some health concerns? Regular vet check-ups are crucial to monitor dental health, inherited cardiac problems such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, skin issues, and ensure they are thriving. Lets prioritize their well-being!

04/12/2023

Good morning Christchurch!

Are you feeling artsy? Want to display your amazing work publicly? We are doing a colouring competition for Christmas!

Entries will be viewed by the Wigram Vet staff and x3 winners will be chosen to win a Willowbank family pass for two adults and two children!

Choose between 3 designs, and pop down to Wigram Vets to get your print off, or print off at home!

Only one entry will be accepted per person.

The competition begins today and closes on the 23th of December 2023.

Entrants must not be older than 15 years old.

By entering the competition, the artist must give permission to use their artwork for promotional purposes including any feature online.