Omokoroa Mobile Pet Vets

12/02/2025

Rabbit haemorrhagic disease (otherwise known as calicivirus), causes sudden death and is easily transmitted through fomites (bedding, hay etc). It was introduced into NZ illegally in 1997 but has become widespread, so vaccination of pet rabbits has been an important part of their welfare.

Symptoms of RHDV in Rabbits include:

*Anorexia (not eating)
*Apathy
*Depression
*Dullness
*Nervous signs such as convulsions, ataxia (wobbliness), paralysis, opisthotonos (spasm of the muscles causing backward arching of the head, neck, and spine), and paddling.
*Groans and cries
*Respiratory signs such as dyspnoea (difficulty breathing), frothy and bloody nasal discharge, and cyanosis (bluish cast to the mucous membranes, caused by low oxygen levels in the red blood cells).

There is no specific treatment for the disease and mortality rates are very high; this makes prevention crucial. Unfortunately, many times rabbits are found to have passed away before an owner has noticed the signs.

There are several strains of rabbit calicivirus (also known as Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV)) in New Zealand. RHDV's only affect rabbits and the European hare (RHDV2), they don't present a danger to cats, dogs, or any other type of animal. The Filavac Vaccines have been used in New Zealand for many years to protect domestic rabbits from all three strains of RHDV.

It's recommended you vaccinate rabbits at 10 to 12 weeks of age, with an annual booster vaccination to keep them protected.

Rabbits get the virus:

* from direct contact with other rabbits – through their eyes, nose, and mouth
* from flies, fleas, and possibly some mosquitos, which can carry the virus.
* Urine, faeces, and respiratory secretions may also shed the virus.

To minimise the risk to your rabbits:

*keep them separate from wild rabbits
*wash your hands between handling rabbits
*control insects around pet rabbits as they can spread the virus between them
*avoid cutting grass and feeding it to pet rabbits
*thoroughly clean and disinfect cages and equipment.

Give us a call to book your bunny for a vaccine at 50% off. Be quick, don’t miss out! ☀️

05/02/2025

This female tortie senior kitty was rescued by a member of public this morning from a gutter. She has been warmed up, fed and is looking much more cosy now. Unfortunately, she has no microchip but we are sure she must be locally owned in the Kaylene Place area. She is super friendly and enjoys our company.
She very likely had a senior moment as she is very hard of hearing and wandered too far from home. She is currently camping down safely with us for now. If you know who she is, please comment or give us a call on Friday.
Have a great Waitangi Day folks ☀️

04/02/2025

Hello supporters of Omokoroa Pet Vets!

Many of you are already familiar with Dr Nick and Dr Raewyn's son, Hunter. He is undergoing surgery on his leg next week to protect his mobility for the future. At the same time, Dr Nick will be having minor surgery on his hand, so they will be looking after each other while they recover!

As such, there will be disruptions to the mobile vet service but Dr Katy and Dr Raewyn will be running the clinic’s regular hours. We will endeavour to minimise the impact to the mobile service but we appreciate your support and patience over the next 2 months while Hunter recovers.

21/01/2025

Small mammals are unfortunately susceptible to large abdominal tumours. Dr Nick was asked to see a wee Guinea pig whose tumour was massive and had ulcerated. While there is a fantastic small mammal referral service in town (and the Sygrove vets do not claim to have small mammal expertise) a last ditch effort was made to remove the gnarly tumour. One stable anaesthetic and 15 sutures later, the wee g-pig was awake in no time at all! The tumour weighed in at 110 grams, almost 15% of its body weight. Take a load off Dr Nick 😜

19/12/2024

01/12/2024

To the Omokoroa Pet Vets community.

A courtesy announcement that Drs Nick and Raewyn will be out of office and finally off on a long awaited 2 week vacation after 2 years looking after your pets and the community. We will be relaxing in Thailand from 9th to 22nd December. Been really looking forward to this break!
We have a great team covering our family holiday in Dr Katy (some of you have already met) and the lovely Dr Camille Bonini. There is extra help and referral services if needed.
There will be no routine afternoon mobile service offered within this time.
We will have limited access to email during this time, but if you need assistance please contact the clinic during normal working hours as per normal on (07) 548-1150.
Thanks in advance for your understanding and trust in your pets care
Pats
Nick & Raewyn

27/11/2024

It can’t all be serious vet work!
The team at Omokoroa Pet Vets took the plunge and celebrated an early Xmas work do with a day trip to Waitomo’s Black Water Rafting.
Super proud of our team for giving it a go. An amazing day out. We highly recommend the experience.

24/11/2024

Last week of our birthday celebrations 🥳
Now is a better time than any! Get those young pets neutered before they give you some Xmas surprises. Ten percent off neutering and microchip implanting. While there is no legal requirement for microchipping of cats, it can be a useful way of identifying a cat after an accident or being handed into us as lost. Also, if you are considering getting a microchip cat door this is the first step. Book now before spaces get filled! ✨

14/11/2024

We are still in Celebration mode! 🥳🥳🥳
Book now to avoid disappointment.
Ten Percent off Dentals all next week.
Sparkling teeth and minty fresh breath for Xmas, who could resist! ☀️

06/11/2024

Don’t miss out!
We are celebrating our birthday month with weekly deals. We have 15% off flea and worm treatments for the rest of this week. Put your entry in the entry box to win one of our pet pamper-hampers or a dog kennel!

26/10/2024

For quality veterinary service with kindness and compassion, call Omokoroa Pet Vets for mobile service to your home or to our new clinic at The Village, Omokoroa.

30/09/2024

Congratulations to Paula Douch! Winston and Ellie’s meals for the next month are on us! Thank you Blackhawk for making our give-a-ways possible ☀️

03/09/2024

Hi Community,
Wee Sadie moved from Welcome Bay to Omokoroa last week and unfortunately has escaped and done a runner from her new address. Please keep a look out for her. She is microchipped so if brought to a vet clinic or SPCA etc she should easily be identified and returned home. Thanks ☀️

16/08/2024

A big week at Omokoroa Pet Vets…
We’ve helped introduce into the world a litter of Shih Tzu, Chihuahua and Rhodesian Ridgeback puppies. 3 different litters, not all crossed together! 😅
Unfortunately dear Bosley wasn’t as smart as his Charlie’s Angels squad and even at the ripe age of 8 years old chewed up and ate his favourite gumboot dog toy. Dr Nick and Dr Raewyn have managed to unblock his intestine and retrieve lots of hard rubber from his stomach. Thankfully Bosley is on the mend.
Thank you to anyone affected by our shifting appointments this week for our emergency cases. ☀️

04/08/2024

Had this wee guy meet us in clinic yesterday. He’s going to make someone very happy once he’s had a little TLC from the crew at Vada’s Angels. Hat’s off to them, they are doing a great job. ❤️