Barrowman and Goodman Vets

05/11/2025

Meet Vargus 🐱

A beautiful Maine C**n came to see us with a sudden onset of sore, irritated eyes. On examination, Dr Anna Goodman, who has a special interest in ophthalmology, discovered that both of Vargus’ lower eyelids were rolling inwards. This condition, known as entropion, caused the eyelid fur to rub against the surface of the eye (the cornea), leading to discomfort and, in Vargus’ case, painful corneal ulcers.

Entropion can be inherited or develop secondary to conditions like herpes virus conjunctivitis. Unfortunately, due to the constant irritation, Vargus’ ulcers weren’t able to heal on their own.

To relieve his discomfort and allow healing, Dr Goodman performed delicate corrective surgery. By removing a small section of skin, she was able to reposition the eyelids so they no longer turned inward. If you look closely at his post-op photo, you can see the fine suture lines as he healed.

We’re thrilled to report that Vargus is now back to his happy, affectionate self with clear, comfortable, sparkling eyes once again! 🎉

04/11/2025

Dr. David and nurse Ruby had their work cut out for them today on day 1 of the clinic in Niue!

04/11/2025

🎉ITS OUR 5TH BIRTHDAY!🎉

This month marks 5 years of Barrowman Goodman Vets and Prey Pet Food!

From first visits to big surgeries, puppy cuddles to nutrition chats - we love being a small part in your pets lives!

We are so proud to have spent the last 5 years caring for your pets and would like to say a huge thank you to all our incredible clients for trusting us with their fur babies care.

Heres to many more years of wagging tails, happy purrs and healthy pets!

Don't forget to pop into the clinic and buy some Prey products to enter our birthday giveaway. One lucky customer each week of November will win a fabulous prize pack valued at $100!

31/10/2025

Happy Birthday🎂
Prey Pet Food is celebrating its 5th birthday.
Once a week, in the month of November, a gift pack will be given away to a Prey Pet Food customer.
Just come in store & make a purchase of Prey products to go in the draw for one of the these awesome gift packs.
Thanks so much to Good Noze for their wonderful donations of fabulous tasty products - each of these giveaways are valued at around $100.
Come on in & help us celebrate 🥳
www.preypetfood.nz

29/10/2025

🎄 With Christmas just around the corner, we’re getting ready to decorate the clinic, and that means it’s time to update our Christmas tree with photos of your adorable pets.

If you haven’t seen it before, we fill our tree with pictures of your furry friends and we’d love to include yours this year.

📸 Send us your favourite photo, and we’ll do our best to feature it on the tree.

Looking forward to seeing all your lovely pets again this festive season 🐾

23/10/2025

Are you and your pet prepared for firework season?

It's not too late to have a chat with one of our veterinarians about the best plan to cope with noise phobias. There are great behavioural modifying techniques along with medications that can help keep your pet fear-free.

Check out our website for more information!

Fireworks - Handling Noise Phobias in your Pets Helping your furry friends stay calm and safe during fireworks seasonFireworks season can be a very stressful time for many of our pets.With the sale of fireworks in early November (2nd–5th) and again around New Year’s, we see a big increase in pet...

20/10/2025

Five years today, our wonderful vet nurse Nicole started with Barrowman Goodman vets. She started 2 weeks before we officially opened the doors and was an absolute superstar in getting the clinic up and running. She arrived on that first day to a reception full of boxes, all sorts of equipment and machines to be unpacked and organised with only 2 weeks to do it in! Congratulations Nicole, we love having you in our Barrowman Goodman Team 🐾🥰😍

16/10/2025

We’ve been exploring Heyrex with several of our patients, and the feedback has been very positive. Mia’s owner kindly shared this testimonial; we’re so grateful for their words and the progress Mia’s made.

"From my very first visit, Barrowman and Goodman Vets demonstrated exceptional professionalism and expertise. After a last-minute referral, they made time to see Mia at the end of the day without hesitation. Dr. David Barrowman thoroughly answered all my questions and clearly explained the best surgical options, helping me confidently choose the gold standard TPLO procedure for Mia’s recovery.
Throughout the surgery day, the clinic maintained close communication, updating me regularly and providing clear, detailed aftercare instructions. Offering the Heyrex monitor as part of the recovery plan was an innovative touch that gave me extra reassurance.
Every follow-up appointment was seamless, from stitch removal to rehabilitation guidance. What truly stood out was how, despite the high level of specialist care, the entire experience felt anything but clinical. The team at reception and the vets knew Mia by name and treated her like family, creating a warm, supportive environment that eased my worries.
In every way, Barrowman and Goodman combine exceptional skill with genuine compassion. Leaving Mia in their care felt like entrusting her to the best team possible - highly trained specialists who deliver top-tier veterinary service with a personal touch."

📸 Enjoy a few snapshots of Mia proudly sporting her Heyrex monitor! Despite wearing this, she continued to enjoy her daily walks and routines without missing a beat!

08/10/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Niue Quiz Night. It was a fun-filled evening of laughter, learning, and generosity.
🎉 Special thanks to the Pig and Whistle for hosting us in such a welcoming space.

We’re incredibly grateful for the support shown towards Dr David Barrowman and Nurse Ruby’s upcoming trip. Your contributions made a real difference, and we couldn’t have done it without you! 🤓🧠🥂

08/10/2025

Look at these adorable faces! 🐶

These two cuties visited us yesterday for their laparoscopic spays and stole everyone’s hearts in the process 💖

06/10/2025

For those who have booked a table for a fun night of knowledge, don't forget it is this Wednesday, the 8th of October. The quiz begins at 6:30 sharp! Arrive from 6pm onwards and order a meal if required, and of course some drinks!
If anyone wants to join last minute, please let us know, and we can see what we can do!
See you there 😊

Get your thinking caps on and join us for a fun-filled Niue Quiz Night at The Pig and Whistle, Rotorua on Wednesday, October 8th!

Teams will gather from 6:00–6:30pm before the quiz officially begins at 6:30pm sharp.

It’s the perfect midweek night out—great laughs, friendly competition, and plenty of chances to show off your trivia skills.

Tickets are just $15 per person, with teams of 4 (a 5th person can be squeezed in if needed).

Delicious nibbles and meals will also be available to purchase on the night, so you can fuel your brainpower while supporting a good cause.

Every dollar raised goes directly towards helping The Rock Vets fundraise to make these trips possible. This November Dr David Barrowman and nurse Ruby will join The Rock Vets team to help desex, treat, vaccinate and provide any other services the island animals may need.

To secure your spot, contact Barrowman Goodman Vets on 07 343 9090 today. Gather your friends, brush up on your general knowledge, and come along for a fantastic night of fun in support of Niue!

25/09/2025

🐾 PUPPY PRESCHOOL 🐾

🗓 Tuesdays at 6 PM
🕒 4-week series
🐶 For puppies 16 weeks & under
💰 $85 for the whole 4 weeks

✨ Give your pup the best start in life!
Our preschool covers:
✔️ Basic puppy stage behaviour
✔️ General training techniques
✔️ Early socialisation
✔️ Foundational commands

👩🏻‍⚕️ Led by Nicole, our Vet Nurse, combining expert care with puppy love!

📍 Barrowman Goodman Vets, Rotorua
📩 Message us to book your spot — spaces are limited!

Enjoy a few photos of our previous graduates 🎓