Petfirst

19/08/2024

$10 off! If you’re looking for an easy way to support your fur friend’s entire oral cavity the natural way, check out TEEF! for life. This prebiotic water additive is suitable for cats and dogs and replaces tartar-causing bacteria with beneficial bacteria for better dental health and fresh breath.

Grab yours in-clinic, and save $10 per pack until 30 September 2024.

Terms apply, ask in-clinic for details. Find your nearest clinic here: https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/our-clinics

Did you know that by the time they reach age three, over 80% of cats and dogs are showing signs of dental disease? Like humans, maintaining your pet's dental health is crucial to their overall well-being. Without regular dental assessments, professional cleaning and homecare such as tooth brushing,....

18/08/2024

Book a FREE dental check for your fur friend!

Our pets can’t tell us when their teeth are giving them trouble and by the time it becomes obvious, they could be in a lot of pain and be facing irreversible damage.

We’ll make it easy with a free dental check and all the advice you need to keep your fur friend smiling. And, if further treatment is needed, we’ll give you a voucher to take $100 off their dental procedure.

Ts&Cs apply, find out more and book here:

Did you know that by the time they reach age three, over 80% of cats and dogs are showing signs of dental disease? Like humans, maintaining your pet's dental health is crucial to their overall well-being. Without regular dental assessments, professional cleaning and homecare such as tooth brushing,....

17/08/2024

30% off Hills TD and Royal Canin dental foods for dog and cat*!

The Hills T/D Dental Care range is clinically proved to reduce plaque, stain and tartar buildup.

Ask our team for their recommendation for your pet - and enjoy a tasty 30% off* these diets until 30 September 2024.

*Terms apply, ask in-clinic for details.

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16/08/2024

30% off Royal Canin and Hills TD dental foods for dog and cat*!

Royal Canin dental nutrition is clinically formulated to support daily oral hygiene for your fur friend and reduce tartar build up.

Ask our team for their recommendation for your pet -
and enjoy a tasty 30% off* these diets until 30 September 2024.

*Terms apply, ask in-clinic for details.

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09/08/2024

Get your new fur family member off to a grrrrreat start with quality nutrition that supports their growth, energy and development. Even better, get 20% off all Black Hawk Puppy dry food until 31 August 2024.

Terms apply, ask in-clinic for details. Find your nearest clinic here: https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/our-clinics

09/08/2024

It was International Cat Day yesterday so our cat owning staff members have been celebrating their favourite felines. 😻🫶

Here at Petfirst Veterinary we love our kitty-cat patients so much that we are a ISFM (International Society of Feline Medicine) Silver Accredited Feline Friendly Practice.

This means that your cat will be cared for in a cat friendly and low stress environment.

Not only do we have a cat friendly waiting area and consult room, away from any dogs, but we also have our separate cat hospital area set up to make your cat (and you) as comfortable as possible.
Our vets and nurses are trained in cat friendly and low stress handling and keep their knowledge up to date with cat specific continuing education.

Here's to all our feline patients! ❤️🐱🐾

08/08/2024

Book your fur friend's free dental check today to kick off a longer, healthier, happier life - their best life. Plus, grab 30% off dental nutrition, C.E.T. dental homecare and more.

Find out more and book a free dental check here:
https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/book-your-fur-friends-free-dental-check

07/08/2024

Whether you have a young mischief maker, an intrepid adventurer or a cosy couch cat,
our feline friends warm our hearts and homes daily.

Celebrate them all today on International Cat Day - and every day! 😺

06/08/2024

Is your fur friend's breath more whiffy than woofy?

Book a FREE dental check with our expert team to take a closer look and keep them - and you - smiling with special offers and dental delights.

Book with your nearest Petfirst Veterinary clinic here: https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/mypetfirst-portal

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11/07/2024

! Is your fur friend feeling the winter chill? Be in the win a soft and snuggly pet sheepskin when you purchase Bravecto parasite protection from our clinics this month!

Find your nearest clinic here: https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/our-clinics

26/06/2024

Have you entered your purrfect fur friend photo into our 2025 Calendar Photo Competition yet? Be quick - entries close this Sunday 30 June 2024.

Find out more and enter here: https://bit.ly/petfirst-photo-comp

25/06/2024

Mānawatia a Matariki! We will be closed this Friday 28 June, for the Matariki public holiday. ✨

🐕For emergency care, please contact your local clinic. 🐈‍⬛

20/06/2024

! Put yourself in the picture to be in to win a Panasonic Lumix FT30 camera. Simply strike a pose with your fur friend and share your selfie in the comments below to be in to win!

And don't forget to enter your favourite photos into our 2025 Calendar Photo Competition!

Closes 30 June 24, social terms apply: https://bit.ly/petfirst-terms
Photo competition: https:/bit.ly/petfirst-photo-comp

17/06/2024

! You know your fur friend is the cutest, funniest and most photogenic creature out there - so they deserve to be in our 2025 calendar, right?! 13 winners will grab barking rights for their purrfect pics, along with a $100 Petfirst Veterinary voucher and a stack of calendars for friends and family!*

Find out more and enter here: https://bit.ly/petfirst-photo-comp
Closes: 30 June 24

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07/06/2024

It is time to enter our annual photo competition for our popular Petfirst Veterinary Calendar. 📷🐇🐈🐩🐎🐄
To get your creative juices flowing, our staff have shared their own favourite pet pics.
Let's get snapping and get Gizzy represented in the Petfirst Veterinary 2025 calendar!

https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/petfirst-veterinary-2025-calendar-photo-competition

06/06/2024

! Have you entered your fabulous photo into our photo competition yet? If you're still trying to get the perfect shot, check out our top tips: https://bit.ly/petfirst-photo-tips

Share your favourite tip in the comments below and go into the draw to win a Panasonic Lumix FT30 camera - perfect for photographing your fur family!

Closes: 30 June 24, social terms apply: https://bit.ly/petfirst-terms
Photo competition: https://bit.ly/petfirst-photo-comp

05/06/2024

! Entries for our annual photo competition are now open and we're looking for photos of you and your fur friends loving life together. 13 winners will feature in our 2025 Petfirst Veterinary Calendar and take away a $100 Petfirst Veterinary voucher!*

Find out more and enter here: https://bit.ly/petfirst-photo-comp
Closes: 30 June 2024

Petfirst Veterinary

29/05/2024

Just a heads up! 👑 We will be closed this Monday, 3 June, for King's Birthday.

For emergency care, please contact your local clinic.

15/05/2024

👚 Things may look a bit pink when you visit us this Friday, we're celebrating Pink Shirt Day!

Pink Shirt Day is about working together to stop bullying by celebrating diversity and promoting kindness and inclusiveness. At VetEnt & PetFirst Veterinary we do not accept bullying of any kind. We're proud to Stand Together to share awareness of this important day.

Kōrero Mai, Kōrero Atu, Mauri Tū, Mauri Ora – Speak Up, Stand Together, Stop Bullying!

11/05/2024

🌸🐱 Motherhood comes in all shapes and sizes, including the ones with paws and whiskers. Today, we celebrate the incredible bond between pet mums and their beloved fur families. Happy Mother's Day to every pet mum out there!

04/05/2024

🐶💕 Happy Mayday for Mutts, a day to honour the delightful diversity of our mixed-breed doggos. Share a photo of your mutt and join us in celebrating their wonderful, waggy selves! 📸🐕

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02/05/2024

We are thrilled to announce our NEW messaging services designed with you and your fur friend in mind! Check up on your pet, get some advice, order, book and more. Message us on WhatsApp +6478094107 (to send text and images) or text 3489 (text only) to get started.

27/04/2024

Happy Pet Parent Day! Today, we're celebrating all the amazing pet parents out there who go above and beyond for their fur friends. Whether it's snuggles on the couch, long walks in the park, or those extra treats just because, you make sure your pets feel loved every single day.

Let's take a moment to appreciate the unconditional love, joy, and companionship our pets bring into our lives. They're not just animals, they're cherished members of our families.

To all the pet parents who spoil their fur babies with belly rubs, gourmet meals, and endless cuddles, today is for you! Share a photo of your precious pet and tell us how they've enriched your life. Let's spread the love and celebrate the bond between pets and their devoted parents!

26/04/2024

Happy World Veterinary Day! Today, we're shining a spotlight on the incredible veterinary teams who work tirelessly to empower pet parents and farmers and ensure the long-term health and well-being of their pets and farm animals.

From routine check-ups to emergency care, these dedicated professionals are there for us every step of the way, providing expert guidance and compassionate support. Their passion for animals and commitment to excellence truly make a difference in the lives of both animals and their owners.

Let's take a moment to express our gratitude to these unsung heroes who go above and beyond to keep our pets and essential production animals healthy and happy. Whether it's a simple thank you, a heartfelt shoutout or a hearty pat on the back on-farm, let's show our appreciation for the invaluable role they play in our lives.

To all veterinarians, vet nurses, and customer care teams out there, thank you for your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to the well-being of all animals. Your work does not go unnoticed, and today, we celebrate YOU!

26/04/2024

FOUND:
On Wednesday a very friendly young male ginger cat was found outside EIT opposite Holy Trinity Church.
Please contact the clinic if this friendly feline is familiar to you so we can reunite him with his whanau.
06 868 5151

23/04/2024

Just a heads up! We will be closed this Thursday, 25 April, for ANZAC Day.

For emergency care, please contact your local clinic.

22/04/2024

It is Veterinary Receptionist Week so we're celebrating our amazing receptionists George and Tory.

These incredible ladies are always going the extra mile to help our clients and ensuring our patients are kept comfortable in the waiting room.... and while doing that, they also have the mammoth task of keeping the vets and nurses happy by keeping the days ticking along smoothly! Their smiling faces and endless kindness and patience is second to none.

George and Tory, thank you for all that you do we certainly would be lost without you! 🥰🥰

11/04/2024

FOUND:
This female cat with no microchip was found on the Kanakanaia Road in Te Karaka. She has possibly been hit by a car and is stable for now. Please contact us at the clinic on 06 868 5151 if this is your girl

01/04/2024

FOUND PUPPY
We had a puppy surrendered to us by a kind member of the public at the end of day last Thursday. She was found on SH35 near Tolaga Bay. She is a white and red Catahoula mix, approximately 8 weeks old. She needs medical attention, if you think this is your puppy please contact us at the clinic on 06 868 5151

28/03/2024

A wee reminder (courtesy of a very cute but very sorry patient) from our Petfirst Veterinary Petfirst team: No matter how sweet your fur baby is, chocolate is NOT their friend and is highly toxic to them. Keep it out of reach, make sure all those hidden eggs are found by the kids, not your pets and phone your local clinic if the worst happens. Happy Easter and stay safe 🐇

As we count down to the long weekend, Hazel would like to remind her furry friends to stay away from the Easter eggs this weekend. Chocolate is toxic to dogs. Hazel got a little too excited and had to come and see us after getting into the Easter eggs early. Remember to keep the chocolate treats out of reach 🐰

26/03/2024

Our clinics will be closed on Good Friday (29/3), Easter Sunday (31/3) and Easter Monday (1/4). Emergency care is always available, phone your clinic for details and advice. 🐇

17/03/2024

Introducing our new pet brand, Petfirst Veterinary! Petfirst represents our commitment to redefining veterinary care for pets. It's more than just a name; it's a promise to deliver innovative and proactive services focused on your pets' wellbeing so you can get the most out of your lives together.

Stay tuned for more of what you're looking for in the coming weeks🐈🐕 To start with, take a look at our new website: https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/ ✨

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11/03/2024

Is this your furbaby?

This beautiful boy was picked up around 560, 562 Wainui Rd around 9am this morning after being clipped by a car.

He is a fully intact male, domestic short haired tabby cat with no microchip.

We are currently keeping him comfortable with pain relief in the hope we can find his pet parents as soon as possible.

He is a purry boy in great condition so please help us find his humans 🙏🙏🙏 Call the clinic on 868 5151

04/03/2024

Yesterday was World Wildlife Day a day where we can celebrate all the amazing native birds and other wildlife unique to good old New Zealand.
So, what do you do if you come across sick or injured wildlife?
We spoke to our local Gisborne Branch of Department of Conservation to find out exactly what our clients should do:
• Take photos of the wildlife so they can be identified by DOC staff. This is especially helpful when identifying bird species and to determine if they are native or not. DOC want to know about seals, whales and dolphins too.
• Take photos of any evidence of harm around the animal, this can help DOC build a picture on what may have happened.
• DOC can be contacted on 0800 DOC HOT (0800 362 468). This is not a local Gisborne number so be sure to mention Gisborne as the area and the exact location of the animal.
• DOC can then establish the priority of the call and if required contact a vet for treatment.

For more information visit their website https://www.doc.govt.nz/

03/03/2024

We’re excited to announce that soon, we will be changing our VetEnt name to better reflect who we are and how we care for pets and pet parents.

Join us on a journey to redefine veterinary care for pets and pet parents, kicking off the 18th March 2024.

Find out more: https://mailchi.mp/vetent/we-are-changing-our-name

23/02/2024

Have You Met Our New Vet?

Caroline is an experienced veterinarian and comes to us from Hastings. She is enjoying dealing with the relaxed attitude of Gizzy's friendly folk and describes the region as "an undiscovered paradise" ....we're so glad she agrees with us!

You can find her at the clinic from Tuesday to Friday and on her days off we know she'll be hanging with her fur babies, Bailey the dog and Nigel the cat.

We are so thrilled to have Caroline join our team! 🤩

04/02/2024

Happy Waitangi Day! Our clinics are closed for the public holiday, but emergency care is always available. Phone your local clinic for help and information.

25/01/2024

PARVO ALERT! Our parvo cases are rapidly increasing. Please keep your dogs safe.

We have created this list of frequently asked questions (F.A.Q.). If after reading this you have further questions, please don't hesitate to contact us!

1. What is parvo?
Parvo is a very nasty virus that attacks a dog's intestines. It mostly affects puppies and young dogs.

2. What are the signs of Parvo?
As Parvo attacks the intestines it causes dogs to stop eating, start vomiting and they often get bloody diarrhoea.

3. How does a dog get Parvo?
Dogs get Parvo from contact with contaminated poo particles. Dogs can sniff up these particles directly from an infected dog or pick them up from sniffing the ground where a sick dog has been. These particles can survive for many months and they can be brought into your house under your shoes.

4. Is there a way to prevent my dog from getting Parvo?
YES! Fortunately we have a very effective vaccine available, as long as your dog receives its full course of vaccinations it will protect your dog and prevent it from getting Parvo.

5. What is the best way to treat my sick dog?
Most dogs are so unwell they need to be admitted at the vet clinic. They are put on a drip and treated with drugs to stop the vomiting and treat infections. This treatment is intensive and costly but offers the best chance of survival for your dog.

6. Can I treat a dog with Parvo at home?
If your dog is still drinking you can try and treat Parvo at home. Your veterinarian can provide you with medication to help, but your dog will depend on you to pull it through. Water and electrolytes are critical as sick dogs lose so much of these with the vomiting and diarrhoea. Often dogs will be too sick to try treatment at home.

7. How do I stop Parvo from spreading?
Firstly: keep your sick dog away from other dogs and keep unvaccinated dogs away from areas where the sick dog has been. If possible, disinfect all areas the sick dog has been. This can be done with household bleach, using one cup of bleach per 30 cups of water. And remember that Parvo can linger for up to a year, so don't immediately get a new unvaccinated puppy, as it is likely to get sick as well.

22/12/2023

Season's Greetings to all our lovely patients, furred, feathered, scaled or otherwise and a huge thank you to their amazing human whanau who have allowed us to care for their precious pets.

Today we bid farewell to our wonderful UK locums Dom and Anna who have helped hold the fort while our Maarten and Esther have been away. We wish Anna and Dom all the best for their travels around NZ and hope they soon realise that Gisborne is the best place to be!

Our clinic will be closed from Saturday 23rd December 2023 to Sunday 7th January 2024. We reopen for business Monday 8th January.

Safe and happy holidays everyone! 🎅🎄⭐️⛄️❤️

07/12/2023

Are you looking for a little extra in your life?

Meet Pollyanna, she can offer you extra loving, extra chats and even extra toes!

She is approximately a year old. DSH Calico with beautiful polydactyl feet (extra toes).

She is very friendly and chatty, incredibly smoochy and familiar with dogs and young children.

Having just weaned her kittens who have all found lovely homes, Pollyanna now needs a fabulous home of her own.

Please contact the clinic to find out more about this amazing opportunity to own a one in a million kitty cat 06 868 5151 🥰🤩