VetEnt & Petfirst Veterinary Te Awamutu

01/12/2024

December: Introducing Minnie & Nigel! Adopted from the SPCA 12 years ago by Lidia and Nigel, Minnie has been living large ever since. She stays busy supervising chicken feeds and is a connoisseur of (much-deserved) treats!

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29/11/2024

November! Introducing Yoda & Janez! Yoda is a wellbeing expert, bringing healing to his whole household. How does your pet make your life better?

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27/11/2024

Life is expensive! But Petfirst Wellness makes it easy to choose your fur friend, delivering the best proactive veterinary care for less than the price of a snack per week.

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27/11/2024

October! Introducing Coco & Vana! Coco has grown a bit since this photo but still competes with the cat for the best spot on her family's laps! She adores spending time with her extended family too!

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25/11/2024

September! Introducing Salem & Ivy! Ivy told us: "Salem is a great friend - he is cheeky, cute and always cuddly and we love to play in the garden". What a gorgeous friendship!

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24/11/2024

Check out our holiday hours here. Emergency care is always available, phone the clinic on 07 872 0240 for after hours assistance.

24/11/2024

LAST DAYS! Got an itchy dog at home? Get them in this week to see what's irritating them and receive a FREE Simparica treatment. But only until 30 November 2024!

Find out more and book online at

Itchy skin and allergies are among the most frequent reasons pet parents seek guidance from our Petfirst teams. The constant scratching, licking, and biting not only disrupt your pet’s daily activities but can also lead to skin infections and long-term discomfort. We can help!

23/11/2024

Register for mypetfirst pet portal to update your pet's details, add new fur-friends, view reminders, appointments and visits and even upload the CUTEST pic 📸 - all when it suits YOU.

Visit https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/mypetfirst-portal to find out more and register.

Mypetfirst portal for digital services including: Book online, manage your pet online, healthcare reminders, update your details, book an appointment, order prescription medication, buy petfood online and more. WhatsApp us or text 3489.

23/11/2024

August! Introducing Jasper & Terry! I think you'll agree - Jasper is a real charmer! As comfortable patrolling in the garden as he is curling up on the couch with his family, this cat has it made!

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20/11/2024

If you have an itchy pet, talk to your local Petfirst Veterinary team about how targeted nutrition can help. Loaded with essental elements and low-allergen, high quality protein, these Royal Canin and Hill's diets will look after your fur friend inside and out.

Make the change this month with special offers - and a palatability guarantee. Find out more at

Itchy skin and allergies are among the most frequent reasons pet parents seek guidance from our Petfirst teams. The constant scratching, licking, and biting not only disrupt your pet’s daily activities but can also lead to skin infections and long-term discomfort. We can help!

20/11/2024

July! Introducing Hana & Filip! Hana is a fantastic Kiwi ambassador, welcoming Filip on a visit from overseas! Filip loves Hana - and so do the kids at Wanaka Primary, where Hana visits in her role as a therapy dog

Get your free Petfirst Veterinary calendar from your nearest Petfirst clinic now - while stocks last! https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/our-clinics

18/11/2024

Getting into Christmas shopping? Tick off the best behaved boys and girls on your list with a free Reindeer Droolly Dog toy with Yours Droolly 200g-500g treats!

Available while stocks last. Ts&Cs apply, ask in-clinic for details.

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18/11/2024

June! Introducing Bailey & Hannah! Mary told us that beautiful Bailey is an active playmate who also loves to cuddle - the perfect balance, we think!

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17/11/2024

In the drive for production, it can be easy to let some of the resulting profitability drain out of the bottom in the form of stock loss and reduced in-calf rates.

So, this month, we look at how to stop that profit drain. Read more here:

In the drive for production, it can be easy to let some of the resulting profitability drain out of the bottom in the form of stock loss and reduced in-calf rates.

16/11/2024

May! Introducing Taika & Vikki! Vikki calls Taika her 4-legged guardian angel, lifting every day with his smile and mini-tornado zoomies! How does your pet make your day better?

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14/11/2024

! Tell us your favourite thing about your pet to be in to win a Linden Leaves gift set from our friends at Bravecto!

Buy Bravecto to be in to win a Linden Leaves gift set. Bravecto products provide easy, long-lasting protection against parasites in one easy 3 or 6 month dose.

Giveaway and offer closes to 30/11/24, social terms apply: https://bit.ly/petfirst-terms
Offer terms apply - ask in-clinic for details.

14/11/2024

April! Introducing Skye & family! Dog mum Karyn told us: that "Skye loves to get out and about in Canterbury with the family - especially enjoying trips to the river where she keeps a close eye on the kids".

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13/11/2024

March! Introducing Nico & Steve! Nico is a true adventurer, heading out on roadtrips, camping, hikes with dog friends and golfing with Steve and Robyn.

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12/11/2024

It's World Kindness Day! So spread a little extra love and kindness to your fur friends - and everyone else - today and every day!

12/11/2024

February! Introducing Mylo & Tina! Mylo goes almost everywhere with his fur family, sitting in the passenger seat as they head out for adventures.

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07/11/2024

Ahead of summer, there's important work to be done to set up your farm for success. Check out our top tasks at

The year is flying by! As the days get longer, the focus moves to keeping animals healthy and well-fed for peak performance and getting set for mating.

06/11/2024

Join your VetEnt Agri and LIC Animal Health teams at our free farmer event to get ahead of Johne's Disease.

11am-1pm, Thursday 21 November 2024 at the Otorohanga Rugby Sports Club. Light refreshments will be served.

RSVP by 14 November at https://livestockimprovement.formstack.com/forms/johnes_disease

14/10/2024

Check out our latest Puppy Preschool graduates, Lady, Maggie, Nikau and Carlos!

The next 5-week class is starting soon! Classes are held in our Te Awamutu clinic on Tuesdays from 5.30-6.30pm. Find out more and book your spot with our TA team on 07 872 0240. We can't wait to meet you!

30/09/2024

In this edition of VetEnt's Waipa & King Country Sheep, Beef & Deer News, we get the boys ready for a busy season ahead.

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Setting up for mating starts well before putting the rams or bulls out. Check out our top tops for getting the boys into top condition and ready to do the job at your place.

29/09/2024

In this edition of VetEnt's Waipa & King Country Dairy News, we look at the fertility levers you can move to deliver long-term profitability.

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Fertility is a core driver of sustainable success in your dairy operation. In the lead-up to mating, consider how some of the key facets of individual cow and herd fertility can be improved at your place.

16/09/2024

Ready for mating? Get more cows in calf this season with our top takeouts. Read online here:

As the weather warms up, take some time to take a look at this season's calves and give yourself a pat on the back for getting them to where they are.

16/09/2024

Protect your animal investment with our top takeouts in Sheep, Beef & Deer animal health and performance. Read online here:

You and your team work hard. While there are many things you can't control, there are measures you can take to protect your herd and flock investment against lamb losses, grass staggers and BVD.

16/08/2024

Thinking ahead on how to protect your farm, flock and family this season? Check out our latest recommendations here: https://bit.ly/vetent-sbd-aug24

16/08/2024

Protecting and enhancing herd fertility is one of the biggest drivers of sustainable on-farm profitability. Check out our top tips for fertility ROI here: https://bit.ly/vetent-dairy-aug24

28/07/2024

Get set for Spring on your lifestyle block with our handy reference info and checklists!

Read more here: https://mailchi.mp/vetent/waipa-lifestyle-jul24

Need help? Give our team a call!
- Te Awamutu: 07 872 0240
- Otorohanga: 07 873 8275
- Te Kuiti: 07 878 0020

18/07/2024

It all starts here! Get the basics right this calving season to set yourself up for best-ever production, fertility and ROI.

Read more: https://mailchi.mp/vetent/waikatokc-dairy-jul24

17/07/2024

Long-term farm profitability starts with maximising the potential of your stock. Check out our top tips for increased ROI onfarm here: https://bit.ly/vetentwaipa-jul24

08/07/2024

Getting a great start to the season is all about getting ahead. Book in disbudding for your calves early to get your preferred spot. Check out the options and book here:

21/05/2024

Good afternoon everyone

A member of the public has called our clinic to let us know there has been a cat possibly hit by a car injured outside their house on Huntaway Downs. We have visited and tried to catch but had no luck.

The cat is a domestic medium to long haired cat. Medium sized. Mainly white with patches of brown and black.
Last seen in the garden of a house off Turere lane near Huntaway Downs.

If anyone see’s a cat matching this description, give us a call 07 872 0240 so we can try and catch it again, or please take it to a vet for assistance

Thank you

14/05/2024

A productive and profitable lambing season starts with proactive protection. We've got you covered. Plus, purchase clostridial vaccines with us and receive discounts on all of your Pre Lamb product needs*

Find out more: https://mailchi.mp/vetent/waikato-prelamb-may24

*1/5/24-31/7/24. Ask in-clinic for special pricing and ts&cs.