Hornby Veterinary Centre

Hornby Veterinary Centre http://www.hornbyvet.co.nz/
Lifelong service, expertise and compassion for your pet

We know your pet is a loved and important member of your family, and that you want them to enjoy a long and happy life. Our veterinarians and nurses provide the highest level of care whilst treating every pet with dignity and compassion. The hospital has been designed to make your pet's visit as comfortable as possible. Just as we don't always like going to the doctor, we know that pets don't alwa

ys like going to the vets! Our waiting room is light and spacious with separate dog and cat wards so your pet can recuperate in comfort. Our vets will discuss treatment options, provide transparent pricing and explain clinical plans, so you can make an informed choice about the treatment your pet receives.

March ☀
02/04/2025

March ☀

02/04/2025

Sadly we have had a deceased short hair black female cat brought into us, no microchip or collar. She was found on Main South Road between the Big T supermarket and the holiday park. Please get in touch if you think she could be yours.

One of our staff pets Yoshi 💛Outside enjoying the sunshine ☀
27/03/2025

One of our staff pets Yoshi 💛
Outside enjoying the sunshine ☀

21/03/2025

Are you a dog or puppy owner? If so, we’re urgently calling on you to vaccinate them against parvovirus – it could be the difference between life and death.

We’re seeing more and more cases of the highly contagious and potentially fatal canine parvovirus (parvo) around the country as we face a third outbreak in as many years. Parvo can remain on surfaces for up to a year, so dogs are at constant risk if they’re unvaccinated, or if their vaccinations lapse. Please ensure your dogs are protected against this heartbreaking illness, and book your vaccines and boosters as soon as possible.

Read more about the current outbreak and the dangers of parvo on our website: https://www.spca.nz/news-and-events/news-article/parvo-outbreak-2025

Meet little Squidget who had a very rough start to this year!She has been a bit on and off for a little while and her Mu...
19/03/2025

Meet little Squidget who had a very rough start to this year!
She has been a bit on and off for a little while and her Mum presented Squidget to us when she had another episode of feeling unwell with vomiting and diarrhea and she wasn’t eating much.
A blood test performed by Dr Caroline Whitty pointed towards severe liver disease and Squidget was scheduled for an abdominal ultrasound exam with Dr Kathrin Brinker, who fortunately was available on that day offering referral services at our clinic on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Unfortunately, Squidget turned out to have a gallbladder mucocele. A gallbladder mucocele is an abnormal buildup of mucus within the gallbladder. Normal bile contains a small percentage of mucus, but when a mucocele develops, the bile becomes mostly mucus. Hence, mucocele bile is not liquid like normal bile, but is thick and viscous. Usually, the gallbladder distends more and more trying to pass the thick bile into the bile duct and into the gut. If the gallbladder even ruptures, the incidence of serious complications and death is significantly increased.
Because of its appearance on ultrasound, the biliary mucocele is also called ‘Kiwi Gallbladder’.
If this is seen in a sick, jaundiced patient like Squidget, surgical removal of the gallbladder is usually performed as soon as possible.
Dr Kathrin and Dr Caroline performed surgery and removed Squidget’s gallbladder. She had a hard time after her surgery as she still had raving liver infection and inflammation and also inflammation of her pancreas. We placed a feeding tube, so that we could maintain her nutrition and she was on various drips and a multitude of medications – for over a week she had to be hospitalized 24/7. Fortunately, Squidget is a positive little dog and she kept her good spirits all along the way!
Very much to her Mum’s delight, she is now out of the woods, doing really well and enjoying a new lease of life! We’re so glad we could help her and are so proud of her, too!

17/03/2025

Unfortunately, we have a deceased long haired black & white cat, found yesterday morning on Awatea Road. No microchip. Please contact the clinic if you think they might be yours.

09/03/2025

Morning all, our internet and systems are down this morning, so please bare with us as we try to fix it again. Apologies for the inconvenience!

04/03/2025

Unfortunately all of our systems and phones are down at the moment. Please bare with us as we try to fix it!

Today Hornby Vet Centre said farewell to the amazing Dr Emily. 💛Emily has worked at HVC for the last 14 years and has ma...
28/02/2025

Today Hornby Vet Centre said farewell to the amazing Dr Emily. 💛
Emily has worked at HVC for the last 14 years and has made such an impact on our team and the clients that she interacts with. We will miss her compassion, dedication and her excellent skills at razzing up the patients! We wish her all the best on her next new adventure and are grateful for all of her hard work and time spent at HVC.
Thank you Dr Emily! ❤🐾

🐰 Attention all rabbit owners 🐇Is your rabbit vaccinated? Rabbit Calicivirus is a fatal disease that affects not only wi...
24/02/2025

🐰 Attention all rabbit owners 🐇
Is your rabbit vaccinated?
Rabbit Calicivirus is a fatal disease that affects not only wild rabbits but domesticated ones too. It spreads very quickly and can be fatal in just the space of a few days. It is largely transmitted through direct contact and contaminated food and water.

🔎 Keep an eye out for:
▪ Loss of apetite
▪ Lethargy
▪ Fever

✅ Make sure you:
▪ Vaccinate your rabbit, the first one can be given at 12 weeks, then annually
▪ Minimise any contact that could be made with wild rabbits, keep your rabbit in a protected or fenced area
▪ Contact us immediately if your rabbit is showing any signs of Calicivirus

Rabbit Calicivirus is deadly and can wipe out entire rabbit populations, so lets keep our fluffy friend protected! Please call the clinic if you would like to book in for a vaccination.

Happy Friday! 🌼Our friend Tipu only has 3 legs, but that doesn't stop him from flashing his adorable smile! Especially w...
07/02/2025

Happy Friday! 🌼
Our friend Tipu only has 3 legs, but that doesn't stop him from flashing his adorable smile! Especially when he has his favourite feline confidant to keep him company. 🦁

Hornby Vet Centre will be closed on Thursday 6th February for Waitangi Day. In case of an emergency, please contact the ...
02/02/2025

Hornby Vet Centre will be closed on Thursday 6th February for Waitangi Day.
In case of an emergency, please contact the After Hours Veterinary Clinic
📍 146 Antigua Street
☎️ Ph 03 366 1052

Canine Parvovirus 🦠This is a highly contagious virus that primarily affects puppies and unvaccinated dogs, so it is impo...
29/01/2025

Canine Parvovirus 🦠
This is a highly contagious virus that primarily affects puppies and unvaccinated dogs, so it is important to keep all dogs protected against becoming infected.
If you have a new puppy it is important that you bring them in for all their initial puppy vaccinations. These will include a vaccination to protect against Parvovirus. The Parvovirus vaccination then needs to be repeated every 3 years in order to prevent infection.

It is important to be preventative, as the vaccination is ineffectual when the dog is already sick and infected.
Parvovirus is only one of the viruses that dogs can contract if left unvaccinated, so if you think your dog may not be up to date with their vaccinations please give us a ring or visit our website to book an appointment.
☎️ 03 349 5311
🖥 www.hornbyvet.co.nz

Double the trouble, double the cuteness! 💕
24/01/2025

Double the trouble, double the cuteness! 💕

Who says glasses are just for humans?Bastian is looking paws-itively studious with his new glasses prescribed by the vet...
13/01/2025

Who says glasses are just for humans?
Bastian is looking paws-itively studious with his new glasses prescribed by the vet of course. And Nurse Bella had to make sure they were the right fit! 🤓

Some recent cuties to ring in the New Year! 🎊🐾
06/01/2025

Some recent cuties to ring in the New Year! 🎊🐾

Happy New Year! 🎊Wishing you all the very best for 2025, bring it on!
31/12/2024

Happy New Year! 🎊
Wishing you all the very best for 2025, bring it on!

30/12/2024

Unfortunately we have had a deceased cat brought into the clinic. Unneutered male tabby, no microchip. He was hit by a car last night at roughly 10pm at the Buchanans Rd intersection near Hei Hei. Please give us a ring on 03 349 5311 if you think it might be your cat.

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7 Tower Street, Hornby
Christchurch
8042

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

03 349 5311

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Here are some ear mites we found crawling around in one of our patient's ears, gross! Ear mites are tiny parasites that can be found in the ear canal, and can cause irritation and discomfort for your pet if left untreated. Here's what to look out for and how you can prevent them 🐜 🔎 Keep an eye out for: ▪️ Scratching ears ▪️ Shaking head ▪️ Smelly or dark waxy discharge ▪️ Redness or inflammation ✅ Make sure you: ▪️ Keep up to date with treatments that cover ear mites (Nexgard, Bravecto, Revolution Cat) ▪️ Checking ears regularly ▪️ Keeping ears clean & dry ▪️ Consulting the vet if you are unsure or need further advice Keep your pets happy and healthy by staying on top of flea and worm treatments to prevent any discomfort before it sets in. Pop into clinic today and our lovely team will help you find the right treatment for your furry friend! 🐾 #earmites #PetHealth #Nexgard #Bravecto #vetcare

Ditch the discomfort There are revolutionary osteoarthritis treatments readily available and can offer significant relief. Call is now for an osteoarthritis check up!

This wee lady was bought into us tonight from Gilberthorpes Road. She is all tucked up for the night in the warm with some food. Can you help us get her home?

Here is Dr Emily 🩺 having cuddles with the biggest cat she has ever seen 👀 Isn't he handsome!!

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