Vet nurse 2 u

19/01/2025

Kiaora Team!

This a bit of a unusal post, but I feel it my duty to inform you of the following.

Fb is a very scary and accessible place to a person's private life, because of this I have removed my work page and personal page from the invercargill community pages so you will no longer be able to tag me on them when people are looking for animal care providers. My page can still be shared and I am still able to be messaged privately. Unfortunatly an individual has made it her life goal to deform my name and business by now targeting potential and new clients through their private messages, and I certainly do not wish this upon any of you, she is dangerous and should not be engaged with. This matter is currently with the police and has been going on for some time. I am so very sorry for any inconvenience this has caused and I assure you this does not effect my business or the care provided to your animals. I understand this is very cryptic but I am very strict on protecting all my clients privacy and would hate for the harrassment to spread any furthur than it has. I do hope removing my tags prevents furthur messages and again I am sorry to anyone who has been caught up in this mess and if you feel threatened please contact police directly.

On a brighter note I spent the day traveling up through to otago, how good is this weather! This beautiful boy had a mobile groom today and I forgot how much work it was to travel my grooming gear around the country side so thankyou to everyone who has made adjustments to have grooming done at my salon. It certainly saves me ALOT of time, but I am still happy to attend mobile grooms where necessary 😊

I have seen an increase in puppy and kitten microchip appointments this season, which means word is getting out that it's accessible and affordable so thankyou for that too!

Other than that business is same as always 😁 Alot of fun jobs coming in big and small. I'm off to tend to the sheep. Have a wonderful night and remember no question is a silly question.

Nga mihi
Jess

17/12/2024

Morena Team! Just a quick up date for you that pay online banking. New systems in place for sbs, kiwi bank and asb will bring up a prompt saying account names don't match. Account name is Jess Shaw, you can then add a nick name when saving account as vet nurse 2 u 😊 I'm not sure if it's happening for already saved accounts.

Nga mihi
Jess

30/11/2024

Have you seen me? 👀

I've left my deshedding tool at someone's house! This isnt the first time 😂 I do try remember to take home all my tools but your fur babies are too cute and distracting 🤭😅

05/11/2024

Its that time of year again!!

Guy fawks is on the 5th of November every year, and as many of you may have experienced, it's never just the weekend or the day of!
I'm so tired of having to find lost animals because inconsiderate people, but such is life, so let's work together to keep our animals safe!

Fireworks cause significant fear and distress to animals, compromising their welfare, and that is fact!
Heres some tips and tricks to keeping our fur babies happy.

Firstly, make sure your pets are microchipped and their details are up-to-date in the Companion Animal Register, this can include dogs' cats and rabbits!

Exercise your pet before it gets dark and bring them in the house if you can do so, close the curtains, play some white noise, and talk to your vet about medication to help reduce the stress.

If you are setting off fireworks, let your neighbors know so we can prepare and keep our animals safe! Or better yet go somewhere like the beach!

I love watching the sky light up as much as the next person, but please be considerate and kind, and if you need guidance on keeping your animals safe, just ask! I'm here to help xox

Nga mihi
Jess

09/10/2024

Omgosh! I almost forgot it was vet nurse Awareness Week!! 😮‍💨🫠 I can't believe it has been a year! 🥰 Let's spread some love! Appreciate you all!

Its Vet Nurse Awareness Week!

Vet Nurse Awareness Week is celebrated every year and aims to educate the public about veterinary nurses and their vital role as part of the veterinary team. It aims to reinforce the value and professionalism of veterinary nurses to veterinarians and the public and provide an opportunity for veterinary nurses to acknowledge one another for excellent performance in their work.

🥰 There are sooooo many nurses in this country deserving of the title Vet Nurse of the year and deserve to be awarded for their amazing achievements! If you know a Vet Nurse who works hard and loves what they do, remind them of how grateful we are for all their hard work, send them a message or drop in a picture of your animal to their clinic with a wee Thank-you card. 🥰 Vet nursing is such a rewarding and diverse job, but it's more than that, its a lifestyle choice, and one with many different career pathways and a variable workload. It is an amazing career but can also be a tough one. The vet nursing industry is small but we tautoko each other to make a positive difference in your animals and your life. So spread some aroha for your Vet Nurses whanau!

Nga mihi nui
Jess

07/10/2024

A couple of things happening this month! Southland dog training club has a fun day this Sunday!! And you know I have to share the Student vet nurse wellness clinic 🥰

I know I've been super quiet online lately! Had the entire family out with the flu for about a month, my work car broke down (twice 😑), had 2 dogs in surgery and list goes on 😮‍💨 When it rains it pours!
Literally! I seen a fair bit of tragedy amoung our new lambs yesterday 😔 I hope everyone is keeping well and safe out there especially our farming communities!

Welcome to all my new clients these past few weeks! Nau mai haere mai ki taku karerehe whanau. As the weather warms up I know I'll be seeing alot more of you for grooming so please if it's urgent book in asap as I currently have a wait list of 3 weeks!

As always no question is a silly question.

Nga mihi
Jess

14/08/2024

Owners found!! 🥰

Anyone missing this beautiful bunny? The builders next door found him hiding. We are on Dipton street. He's very domesticated! I'm sure he is missing home! 🥰 He is safe with me, just flick me a message or ring 0274050734

11/07/2024

Update to Policy - Morena team 😊Sorry this isn't a fun post!

I've been trying to avoid this but due to many many cancelations these past 2 weeks I am now going to require a deposit for grooming only. I am hoping this will encourage everyone to keep their appointment times. I am normally fairly lenient and allow 24hrs before appointment for rebooks but I find I am sending reminders and people are just forgetting, plans can change fairly quickly and I will always be understanding to this however as of Monday 15th July I will require half of payment before booking is confirmed. If your animal is matted I will charge an additional $20 unless arranged prior to appointment. If this is an issue please contact me directly and we can come up with a payment plan for you.

Hope everyone enjoys this beautiful southland Morning 😊
Nga mihi
Jess

03/07/2024

👀 Don't forget dog registration is due! If you havnt received your renewal in the mail ring ICC or jump on their website and follow the prompt.
A few things to keep in mind, prices have gone up, new dog registrations are discounted and microchipping is free with registration through ICC if you havnt already microchipped your dog 😊

I understand we have rules and regulations but if I see your dog out roaming I will 100% return them to you safely (with the added advice on how to keep the community and your pup safe 😉) I look forward to seeing the new changes from our pound in action and thank our new team for supporting our community.

We are resharing this post to remind everyone that Dog Control should be your first call if you find a stray dog 03 211 1777

🔦 Spotlight on the Invercargill City Pound

In recent years, the Invercargill City Pound has faced its share of negative publicity, with past controversies casting a shadow over its reputation. However, significant improvements have transformed the facility into a more reputable and community-focused operation.

Today, the Invercargill City Pound is staffed by a team of dedicated veterinary nurses who ensure the animals' well-being. The facility prioritises rehoming, placing stray and abandoned dogs in loving homes after thorough assessments and providing urgent veterinary care when necessary.

Additionally, the pound offers a compassionate service for registered dogs. On their first offense, staff will collect and return the dog to its home, provided the owner's details are current. This service aims to support responsible pet ownership and reduce stress for both the animals and their owners.

These positive changes reflect a commitment to animal welfare and community support, marking a new era for the Invercargill City Pound.

You can find more on the ICC Dog Control Policy here: https://icc.govt.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Dog-Control-Policy-2022.PDF’s

27/06/2024

This is incredibly sad and was 100% preventable! Please please please research your animal care providers before trusting them with your beloved pets! I see and hear far to many heartbreaking stories every year 😔

Maisie was left in a vehicle parked in the sun for hours with all its windows up.

17/05/2024

New level unlocked 😅 Have you seen my adverts around Southland? 👀
Mahi has been incredibly busy, as has home life so this post is a tad late!
I just want to say a big thankyou to RSA Invercargill and workermens club for creating and printing this add in their annual calander for me, also to the team at ISIGNS for the new car signage and Karen from Kazzas creations for the merch! I'll be doing a give away at the end of this month (post to follow), I'm feeling incredibly spoilt and blessed for all the local support and can't wait to give back!

If you or your work place would like to support my business with an add please let me know 🥰

Nga mihi
Jess

13/05/2024

We done it!!! 🥰😍

Thankyou thankyou thankyou, to everyone who supported my bandana sales! Your generosity has been heartwarming to say the least. I know the bath tub might not look like much but it's the greatest thing I've bought for my business since moving grooming away from the mobile side of mahi. As you can see I now have to restock the bandana wall! Looking forward to doing some sewing over the next week.

Nga mihi koutou
Jess

15/04/2024

The floofs were hungry last night after getting lots of attention from those who came to our open day.

We have kittens and cats ready for homes and more on the way.

To streamline the adoption process, we recommend you complete and return an application form asap so you are ready to adopt when you find that special kitten.

We are needing to make space for the new kittens coming in, so please share our page with your friends, family and colleagues.

24/03/2024

I get asked all the time - what's the microchipping process? Great question!

Microchipping is the best way to ensure your animal returns home safely if ever lost and found! But there are some key things you need to know.

1. Microchipping is done by inserting a sterile needle containing an already loaded microchip under your pets skin at the base of the neck, the microchip is about the size of a grain of rice and is usually a painless procedure.

2. Once all checked and inserted, your details and your pets details can be uploaded to NZCAR (New Zealand Companion Animal Register). It is important that you update your details when ever they should change! And if you are unsure how to do this I am always happy to do it for you or show you how :)

3.You will be given a copy of the microchip number, this number needs to be given to your local council for registration purposes.

Please remember it is a legal requirement in NZ to microchip your dogs and in some regions for cats. Rabbits can also be loaded onto the NZCAR system.

4.I charge $30 for microchipping. This includes the microchip and registration fee for NZCAR.

Nga mihi
Jess

23/03/2024

Kiaora koutou,
You have probably seen my bandanas floating around southland.
I'm doing a wee fundraiser to get some new bathing equipment.

Selling as many of the bandanas as possible. Normally they are $5 each or $7 with a matching p**p bag carrier. However, I have around 50 ready to go so im only asking for a Koha (donation). There are more than what's pictured here and normally sell out faster than I make them so grab a few while they are stocked up! To make it fair I'm limiting 2 per person for the discount. Any after will still be normal price 😊

Sizes available are xs (26cm), small (32cm) and medium (42cm), if you would like a large dog just let me know and I'll make some up 😊

To measure your dog - remove fitted collar and measure from one end of clip to other.

Nga mihi
Jess

05/02/2024

Kiaora whanau! Firstly thankyou to everyone that I had to cancel on this weekend for showing understanding!
I did in fact have covid, which explains the cold sweats and inability to swallow 🤦‍♀️ I am officially in the clear and well again, but because I am a week behind on grooms I won't be taking in more for this month unless urgent!

I haven't been completely koretaki (useless) these last few days though haha I did manage to get a order of stethoscope covers made up for our up and coming midwifery students in Dunedin! I also have some really cool news coming up in April 🥰 but you'll have to watch this space to see...👀

It's Waitangi day (tomorrow) and I just want to put it out there to kia mahara (be mindful) of each other, celebrate what it means to be a kiwi. Te tiriti, it's special, it's unique. It's what made this country what it is today. For some it may be a rough conversation but for me personally it's a day of fun and reflection but most importantly a day to educate my tamariki (children) on our taonga tuku iho (heritage) and why Aotearoa is a great country.

I am so hugely passionate about my culture, both maori and pakeha and I love that I can live in a world with both. So tell me, what do you like about Te tiriti? or how you will be spending Waitangi day?

Nga mihi
Jess

16/01/2024

Nau mai whanau! Welcome back everyone, I trust you all had a well deserved break!

Look how cute the new bandanas are! 😍 super excited to accessorize your fur babies! 😌 I have 2 spots left on the 21st, otherwise im booked out for grooming this month.

I still haven't built the new bath tub but it's in the plans, we had christmas and new years and then I also had the privilege of my youngest brothers wedding 🥹 What a beautiful start to the new year!

I'm looking at opening up a grooming day on fridays, so I can have a day off this year 😅 Beautiful Jett was my lucky first groom for the year. Look forward to seeing you all!

Nga mihi
Jess