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Vetlife

The Vet Centre Motueka is a mixed animal practise offering personal care for all animals!
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The Vet Centre Motueka is the local community vet in the township of Motueka in Tasman District, South Island. The friendly team offer a wide variety of skills including surgery, behaviour, puppy classes, weight management, annual health check, vaccinations and so much more!

15/11/2024

Forgetting to worm your dogs?🐕
Don't worry, we have you covered!

You can join our DogTrax programme. Our DogTrax programme makes it easier for you to keep on top of worming your dogs.

DogTrax will post your monthly dosing medication for your dogs, you just need to let us know your details, saving you the trip to your local clinic!

See the link below to sign up today 👐
https://hubs.la/Q02XRPJ20

11/11/2024

🐴Meet the Team🐴

We are pleased to introduce Kim Becker-Fifield, experienced equine veterinarian, to Vetlife Murrays. Kim will be familiar to many horse owners in the Mosgiel area as she has worked here for five years. Please get in touch on 03 489 5540 for all your equine needs.

08/11/2024

🐾 Meet Jasper, our new team mate, at Get to the Point🐾
Pop by Vetlife Pleasant Point for the chance to enjoy some fun-filled activities and to meet Jasper, our adorable working dog mascot! 🐶
📅 Date: 9th November
🕒 Time: 10am
📍 Location: Vetlife Pleasant point
Come say hello, snap a selfie with Jasper, and enjoy the festivities. We can’t wait to see you there!

06/11/2024

The team from Vetlife Marlborough are looking forward to seeing you all this weekend, make sure you stop by our tent to meet our adorable working dog mascot 🐶

03/11/2024

🎆Fireworks are to most people a time of celebration, but to horses and their owners’ firework displays can be a stressful and worrying time. Here are some steps you can use to minimize or reduce the effect the fireworks will have on them.
1. Know the date, time and location of the firework display.
2. Don’t change your horse’s routine; this can heighten stress for them too. They feel safe and secure in a familiar environment
3. If you plan on stabling them, begin this process a week before the display so it is familiar to them.
4. If you plan on keeping your horse in the paddock, ensure all fencing is secure and there are no objects lying around that they could injure themselves on.
5. Remain calm. As an owner a shift in your mood/stress levels will have a direct impact on your horse.
6. Use distractions to keep them occupied; plenty of hay, some of their favourite treats, play a radio.
7. If you know your horse may be on edge or they have had a previous negative experience, talk to your local veterinarian beforehand to form a plan. There are oral sedatives available for horses or you may have to consider moving them for the night.
8. Be aware of your own safety, interacting with a spooked horse can be dangerous to both horse and handler.
Implementing these steps can help make the Guy Faulkes celebrations as stress-free as possible for both you and your horse.

31/10/2024

🎆 Firework night is rapidly approaching and although it is exciting for us, the loud bangs and bright lights can be really frightening for your pets. 😿

Thankfully we have some top tips to help prepare, which will hopefully make the evening as stress free as possible. 🧨

· If possible, stay at home to reassure your pet
· Keep animals indoors (lock the cat flap)
· Walk dogs early before any fireworks start
· Close windows, doors and curtains to soundproof your home and shut out bright flashes
· Turn on the radio or TV to help drown out the loud noises
· A few days to a week before, create a safe & comforting hiding place for pets with their favorite treats and bedding. Get them used to going into it as a relaxing space on nights where there are no fireworks so they already feel safe there when the bangs start.
· Try a compression wrap for dogs e.g. a thunder shirt.
· Utilise a calming pheromone diffuser e.g. Feliway or Adaptil.
· Try ‘Calmex’ calming tablets for dogs.
· Make sure your pets are microchipped with up to date contact details. This means it is easier to reunite you with your pet if they are startled and escape.

🎇 If you would like further information on any of the above, please get in contact with your local clinic to discuss. Some of the suggestions need to be put in place in advance for best effect so if you know your pet is badly affected, lets make a plan to give them as stress free a night as possible.😸

31/10/2024

🕷🕸 HAPPY HALLOWEEN 🕸🕷
Share your pet’s best Halloween costumes in the comments below 🐾

30/10/2024

Cats can be scared by fireworks too!

Here are some helpful tips to help during firework season

28/10/2024

The country’s first Concert for Animals will be broadcast nationwide on 5 November to comfort and entertain companion animals and their humans during Guy Fawkes night.

28/10/2024

Guy Fawkes is just around the corner and it pays to be prepared if you have dogs who are frightened by fireworks.

Here are some helpful tips to help take some of the stress out of the firework season

25/10/2024

🌟 Labour Day 🌟
Our clinics will be closed on Monday.
Please call your local Vetlife clinic to be put through to a vet in an emergency. https://hubs.la/Q02VNqjh0

20/10/2024

🐾Wanaka's September Puppy Preschool Graduates🐾

17/10/2024

🐾Who are these adorable pooches?🐾

Vetlife have welcomed these cuties to their team BUT we need your help on naming them!

Comment below with name suggestions and we will draw TWO winners this time next week who have come up with the most fitting names 🐕

1,2,3 GO ❗️

16/10/2024

💧WATER PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR PETS💧

Did you know two Vetlife clinics have Hydrotherapy pools for your pets?!

Hydrotherapy reduces pressure on delicate joints so pets can slowly rebuild their strength and stamina at a pace to suit them. Our highly trained team of vet nurses take time to introduce pets to the pool so they feel safe and secure. Our state-of-the-art hydrotherapy pools have a built-in walking belt with adjustable speed and the water level can be adjusted to suit any sized pet. Perfect for either cats or dogs recovering from an injury or learning to live with age-related issues such as arthritis. We currently have pools at Vetlife Timaru and Vetlife Wanaka.

All info please see the link below:
https://vetlife.co.nz/hydrotherapy/

13/10/2024

🫶Puppy Cuteness🫶
Here's some puppy content for your Sunday evening....

Booka Andrews with his newest fur babies, Booka brought his puppies into the Fairlie Clinic to weigh them before their next worming tablet.

Aren't they just the most adorable babies?!

Give your local clinic a call if you ever need advice on worming for puppies 🐶

10/10/2024

🐾 A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Wonderful Vet Nurses & Techs at Vetlife! 🐾

At Vetlife, we are incredibly fortunate to have a team of devoted vet nurses and techs who give their all to care for your cherished pets. This NZVNA Vet Nurse and Vet Tech Awareness Week 2024, we want to extend our deepest gratitude for everything they do, whether they’re hands-on in the clinic, on farm or providing vital support behind the scenes.

Our veterinary nurses and techs are the true heroes of pet care. They assist in surgeries, administer medications, and monitor patients with unwavering dedication. Their deep understanding of animal behavior helps create a calming environment, easing the stress of vet visits for your furry friends.

They also play a crucial role in educating pet owners about health care, nutrition, and preventive measures, ensuring your pets lead happy, healthy lives.

Without these amazing professionals, the quality of care our pets receive would be unimaginable.

Please join us in celebrating and sharing your stories of how our wonderful vet nurses and techs have made a difference in your pets’ lives! 🐾❤️

30/09/2024

⭐ Meet Radah, Vetlife Wanaka Star Student of the week!⭐

Radah story below:
We recently had the pleasure of meeting Radah and her owner Eric who was down from the North Island to visit his daughter. Radah unfortunately had a bad accident where she fell from the first storey of a building site and landed on a metal object fracturing her spine. She had emergency surgery at VSA to stabilize the injury but she lost the use of her hind legs. She has since learnt how to spinal walk which is where the legs move by way of the reflexes and she can get around small distances this way. Her wheelchair supports her during the day so she can get around more easily and go for walks at the beach-her favourite place.

Radah had acupuncture treatments with our Vet Beth Campbell to try to stimulate the nerve function to her legs and improve wellbeing.

We also opted to try Radah in our under water treadmill, as hydrotherapy can help spinal dogs regain some function to their limbs. Since she was only in Wanaka for a short time we managed 2 sessions. We had the water at a level that supported her but so she could have her feet on the belt. I manually walked her back legs for her and we kept the reps short at 30 seconds. She tired quite easily but enjoyed her time in the warm water.

Keep up the amazing work Vetlife Wanaka!

25/09/2024

🐾 Did you know that enrolling your puppy in pre-school can set the foundation for a well-adjusted adult dog?

Puppy pre-school offers critical socialisation, helping your furry friend interact positively with other dogs and people.

Structured training sessions cultivate essential obedience skills, making them easier to manage at home and in public.

Moreover, early development fosters confidence, reducing the likelihood of behavioral issues later on.

Give your pup the best start in life—consider puppy preschool today!

🌟 Ready to invest in your pup's future? See https://vetlife.co.nz/pet-vet/puppy-classes/

27/05/2024

🐾Deceased Kitten Found🐾

We have had a female short haired silver tortoiseshell, with no microchip handed into the clinic at Motueka this morning. The kitten was found on Monahan street, The kitten was unfortunately deceased on arrival.

If you think she may be yours please give us a call on 03 5288459.

We are incredibly sorry for your loss ❤️

20/05/2024

This friendly tabby, male cat with no microchip, was found around lower Moutere highway.

Please contact us if this is your pet or you know who this pet may belong to on 03 528 8459

20/05/2024

🐥FOUND🐥

We have had someone hand in a budgie late afternoon after finding around the Motueka community store

We would love to find its owner.
If you know who this budgie belongs to, or are the owner.

please contact us on (03)5288459

08/05/2024

🐥FOUND🐥

We have had someone hand in a pigeon that has a leg tag.

If you know who this pigeon belongs to, or are the owner.

please contact us on (03)5288459

03/05/2024

We are reaching out to the Motueka pet community on behalf of some lovely clients of ours, both in their golden years, who have recently lost their 3rd beloved Golden Retriever.

They do not feel it is practical for them to raise another puppy, as much as they would love to do so, however are struggling with the emptiness having lost their darling boy. They have seen Golden Retrievers being walked in the local community and would just love to meet and spend some time with them if possible.

We would love to hear from any local Golden Retriever owners who would be willing to meet with these lovely people, it would be hugely appreciated.

Please contact the clinic on 03 528 8459 if you are able to help!

28/04/2024

*** URGENT LOOKING FOR OWNER ***

Location: Vetlife Motueka

Female black cat found on highway 60 between Tasman Village and Harley road this morning around 8:30am

No Microchip found but is wearing black and gray collar with white paw prints.

Please contact us if this is your pet or you know who this pet may belong to on 03 528 8459.

19/04/2024

This very friendly Ginger and white cat was found around Amber rise Motueka. He is a neutered male, that is microchipped.

Please contact us if this is your pet or you know who this pet may belong to on 03 528 8459

17/04/2024

🐾Deceased Cat Found🐾

We have had a male medium haired silver tabby, with no microchip handed into the clinic at Motueka this afternoon. The cat was found on high street near toad hall. The cat was unfortunately deceased on arrival.

If you think she may be yours please give us a call on 03 5288459.

We are incredibly sorry for your loss ❤️

04/04/2024

UPDATE - OWNER HAS BEEN FOUND 😊

This very friendly black cat was found around
Thorp st (Old wharf road side) with no microchip.

Please contact us if this is your pet or you know who this pet may belong to on 03 528 8459

29/03/2024

🐾Deceased Cat Found🐾

We have had a female seal point ragdoll, with no microchip handed into the clinic at Motueka this afternoon. The cat was found around the roundabout of Kind Edwards and Old Wharf road. The cat was unfortunately deceased on arrival.

If you think she may be yours please give us a call on 03 5288459.

We are incredibly sorry for your loss ❤️

14/03/2024

🐱Found Cat!🐱

We have been notified a kitten has been found around Kaiteriteri. If you are missing your kitten please contact us with a description of the kitten as we'd love to reunite it with its owner.

Please call us on (03)5288459

07/03/2024

🐰FOUND🐰

We have had someone hand in a rabbit late afternoon yesterday after finding it around Motueka valley Highway

We would love to find its owner as soon as possible.

Please contact us on (03)5288459

03/03/2024

URGENTLY SEEKING OWNER
We have had a this lovely lady brought into us after an accident on Inglis Street in Motueka.
Since being with us, she has given birth to a litter of kittens 🐱
She is super friendly so we are convinced she belongs to someone. If you know who she belongs to, or are the owner of this very sweet girl, please contact us on (03)5288459

13/02/2024

🐱Found🐱

This very friendly tortoiseshell kitten was found around Goodman Park Motueka with no microchip.

Please contact us if this is your pet or you know who this pet may belong to on 03 528 8459

05/02/2024

🐥FOUND🐥

We have had someone hand in a Japanese quail late afternoon today found on Queen Victoria Street and just after Whakarewa street in Motueka.

We would love to find its owner.
If you know who this quail belongs to, or are the owner.

please contact us on (03)5288459

30/01/2024

If you are visiting Vetlife Richmond, Motueka or Mapua don't forget to ask for your free 2024 desk calendar! It is filled with awesome local photo's of the area and the teams animals 🤩

Limited amount available so get in quick!

30/01/2024

🐱Found🐱

This very friendly, young adult, female cat was found on Fearon street with no microchip.

Please contact us if this is your pet or you know who this pet may belong to on 03 528 8459

25/01/2024

🐱Found🐱

We have had this beautiful girl handed in to our Motueka clinic yesterday last afternoon. No microchip, but she is very friendly

Please contact us if this is your pet or you know who this pet may belong to on 03 528 8459 or contact Nelson SPCA

24/01/2024

*UPDATE*
Thank you for everyone’s support, The Owner has been found!

🐥FOUND🐥

We have had someone hand in a lovebird about mid afternoon today after finding it around Wilkins st Motueka

We would love to find its owner.
If you know who this lovebird belongs to, or are the owner.

please contact us on (03)5288459

16/01/2024

*** URGENT LOOKING FOR OWNER ***

Location: Vetlife Motueka

Little black kitten found at Motueka Mitre 10 carpark today, 16/01/2024

Please contact us if this is your pet or you know who this pet may belong to on 03 528 8459.

15/01/2024

*UPDATE*
Thank you for everyone’s support, The Owner has been found!

🐱Found Cat!🐱
We have been notified of a purebred cat that has followed one of our clients home from the corner of High Street & Pool Street yesterday evening. If you are missing your cat, please contact us with a description of the cat, as we'd love to reunite it with its owner.
Please call us on (03)5288459

04/01/2024

Hey, don't forget to follow us on our new page👉👉👉https://www.facebook.com/VetlifeTasmanMarlborough in the New Year.

We'd love it if you joined us there!

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Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 2pm

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https://vetlife.co.nz/

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While every day is a good day to cherish our dogs, we thought we would take National Dog Day as an opportunity to reflect on how much they bring to our lives. Let us know what makes your doggo special by tagging #vetlifenz Did you know? The SPCA helps over 31,000 animals every year. We’re proud to support the fine work of the SPCA SPCA New Zealand along with a number of local animal welfare charities. If you would like to know more visit https://vetlife.co.nz/about-vetlife/community-support/ #doglife #nationaldogday

'Bounce' the blue grey stray!

'Blue Boy Bounce' the blue grey stray that was brought in last week after being hit by a car is doing amazing! Jessie our vet got the phone call late last Thursday evening to respond to a stray cat that was run over toward the end of High Street in Motueka down past Parker Street toward the orchards and mandarin field on the right. He was stabilised overnight to provide pain relief and comfort, to then perform x-rays in the morning - he had a diaphragmatic hernia which needed a surgery. Sometimes these surgeries can actually wait for a little bit but Bounce had a lot of damage that needed repair. We have a great team and fantastic business owners so it was all hands on deck to get this blue boy through his emergency surgery to repair the hernia. He's doing so well and is just loving his second chance here at The Vet Centre Richmond and The Vet Centre Motueka! Today, a week on, Bounce is doing so well but, we are still desperate to find his owners. Thank you all so much for your wonderful comments and thoughts for Bounce, he really deserves the best. So Blue Boy Bounce needs you to share this post as much as possible to get some real reach in case he is from further a far.

Please share! These friendly little ones are looking for homes, and will be ready to go in early November. They are crossbreeds, the parents are medium sized mixed breed pets and are lovely dogs. They are regularly wormed, are being fed #eukanuba puppy food and will have had their first vet checks and vaccinations. $50 each to good homes (to cover costs). Please contact Ren at the clinic on 5288459 #puppylove #lovedogs #puppypreschool