Northland Veterinary Group Pets

31/08/2024

🌼SENIOR WELLNESS🌼
Is your pet over 8 years old? As our pets get older they are more likely to develop health problems such as arthritis, kidney disease, diabetes, heart disease and so on!
Book a Senior Wellness Consult to give your pet a full health check including blood tests and blood pressure! Give us a call on 09 470 1060 today! 🐾😸

27/08/2024

‼️ IS THIS AN EMERGECY? ‼️
Take a look at our handy guide so you know what to expect when booking appointments or if your pet is experiencing an emergency! 😸

25/08/2024

Don’t forget our 🎉FREE🎉 urine a**lysis day is this Wednesday!! Drop off your pets urine sample from now until Wednesday 🤩🙌

💦 FREE URINE ANALYSIS DAY 💦
On Wednesday the 28th of August we are running a FREE urinalysis day! Just bring us a sample of your pets urine, refrigerated in a clean jar!
Our Sedivue urinalysis machine can detect bacteria, cells and crystals 🦠 and also give us an indication of kidney health!🫘

20/08/2024

🐶 MEET INDY 🐶
Indy visited our Maunu Rd clinic last week to have her spey surgery, thanks Dr. Paul! She loved hanging out with the nurses in the treatment room 💖
Speying your dog at the right age can have many benefits!
🐾 Eliminates ovarian cancer
🐾 Eliminates unwanted pregnancies and heats
🐾 Reduces the risk of mammary cancer
🐾 Reduces the risk of pyometra (infections within the uterus)
Give us a call today on 09 470 1060 to book your furry friend in 🐶

14/08/2024

Please see this month’s farm newsletter! 🐄

13/08/2024

🐾 PET DENTAL HEALTH MONTH 🐾
Just like us, our pets also suffer from dental disease! Some common signs and symptoms of poor dental health in cats and dogs include:
😿 Bad smelling breath
😿 Red, swollen gums
😿 Loose or broken teeth
😿 Drooling or dropping food
😿 Reluctance to eat normal food
So what can I do?
🗣 Book a FREE dental health check with one of our nurses!
They can tell you all about the dental procedures we perform under anaesthesia and a range of preventative care products, such as:
😸 Dental diets
😸 Dental chews and treats
😸 Tooth brushing
😸 "Teef" Water additive

12/08/2024

💦 FREE URINE ANALYSIS DAY 💦
On Wednesday the 28th of August we are running a FREE urinalysis day! Just bring us a sample of your pets urine, refrigerated in a clean jar!
Our Sedivue urinalysis machine can detect bacteria, cells and crystals 🦠 and also give us an indication of kidney health!🫘

09/08/2024

🌼SENIOR WELLNESS🌼
Is your pet over 8 years old? As our pets get older they are more likely to develop health problems such as arthritis, kidney disease, diabetes, heart disease and so on!

Book a Senior Wellness Consult to give your pet a full health check including blood tests and blood pressure! Give us a call on 09 470 1060 today! 🐾😸

07/08/2024

Our online bookings are now live and working again. Sorry for the inconvenience this may have caused! Visit our website at www.northvets.co.nz or call us on 09 470 1060 to book an appointment for your pet 🐶🐱🐰🐷🐭🐥

Northland Veterinary Group has 3 branches based in Whangarei; Maunu, Hikurangi and Onerahi providing veterinary care for both Large Animals and Pets.

05/08/2024

Did you know...

We have a wonderful team of qualified nurses who can see your pet for a multitude of reasons.

If your pet needs a nail trim, a**l gland expression, cytopoint injection, beransa or solensia, even a microchip; they are here to help!

To book your pet a nurse consult don't hesitate to call us on (09) 4701060 and speak to one of our lovely customer service team members about what nurse consult may be right for you and your pet!

02/08/2024

***Mud Fever***

What is it and what can you as a horse owner do to help combat this winter worry?

Mud fever otherwise known as pastern dermatitis, is one of the most common ailments to plague our equine partners during the winter months. Often seen on the white markings of legs but not restricted to horses with whites.

Signs and symptoms?

Clusters of raised and sometimes weepy sores/scabs over the fetlock/pastern; sometimes travelling up the cannon bone. Swelling of the legs is also seen in some cases. Often horses are reactive to touch, due to the painful sores.

Although most commonly seen during the wetter months, mud fever can occur at any time of the year.

The skin condition itself is not a “one-trick pony” (excuse the pun). There are many variations. With this being said, most of you will know there are also many options on the market aimed at treating mud fever.

How do you know what is best suited to treat mud fever?

It is important to understand how mud fever develops…
- Environmental conditions or genetic predispositions need to be present for mud fever to have the ability to develop
- There needs to be an initial reason for the disease to start developing for example; damaged skin (scrapes, cuts etc), bacterial infection, mites
- Like any disease, for it to continue to thrive there needs to be something “feeding” it. In the winter months, this is generally the wet and muddy ground. This type of environment then makes mud fever difficult to treat and prevent.

What can you do to help prevent this from occurring?

- Keep them away from the wet, muddy pasture. This could be yarding during the wetter months, providing a paddock shelter, or rotating paddocks more frequently to avoid excess mud and exposure to bacteria.
- Use of a barrier cream or spray targeted to mud fever prevention can aid in minimising the uptake of bacteria through damaged skin.

What if your horse already has mud fever?

- Clean and gently scrub the affected areas with water and an antibacterial component such as dilute iodine or chlorhexidine.
- Be sure to dry the area well once washed. This will help lift any loose scabs that might be encouraging the bacteria to grow.
- If your horse allows it, carefully remove any loose scabs and then apply a mud fever product aimed at treating existing mud fever.
- Keep your horse as dry and as mud free to allow the area to heal

When should you call the vet?

Some horses are more sensitive to pastern dermatitis. If your horse has a case of severe mud fever or you cannot treat it without putting yourself or the horse at risk due to how painful they are; it may be time to call the vet.

- Swelling
- Lameness
- Painful to touch (kicking, lifting leg, moving away)
- Excess amount of scabbing eg whole leg not just a small spot.
- Persistent or reoccurring mud fever

Any of the above may be cause for sedation, vet-approved treatment (rather than over-the-counter treatments) and in some cases antibiotics.

30/07/2024

Our friend Richie, who has been fostered by one of our lovely nurses is now looking for his forever home! 🐾😻

30/07/2024

Northland Veterinary Group has a dedicated team of veterinarians and nurses who care for both small and large animals. Contact us (09) 4701060 to book your pet a visit!

01/07/2024

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Northland Veterinary Group is a multi-clinic environment that services the whole of the greater Whangarei district. We have a team …

03/05/2024

We are currently recruiting for a CA Vet to come and join our team; Click On the link below: If this sounds like you and you want to join our awesome team, either PM me or email [email protected] or click on the link and apply. Look forward to hearing from you, come and join us in the beautiful Northland.

Come and join our much-loved Small Animal general practice, where you will feel happy to walk through the door each day! We have a happy and kind team, loyal clients and long-standing connections with local veterinary specialists, allowing you great professional satisfaction. Whangarei is almost alw...

17/04/2024

Northland Veterinary Group has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Companion Animal Vet to join our well established practice.
Come and join our much-loved Small Animal general practice, where you will feel happy to walk through the door each day! We have a happy and kind team, loyal clients and long-standing connections with local veterinary specialists, allowing you great professional satisfaction. Whangarei is almost always sunny and with a wonderfully diverse community, you can enjoy a wide range of cultural experiences.
About Us:
We are a positive, kind, and cheerful environment with a qualified and professional team, all of whom truly enjoy their work, with a caring Team Leader whose priority is always her staff. We have a great team of happy, well-supported and supportive nurses who make a vet’s job a dream! We provide the perfect environment to offer outstanding care to families and their small friends and gain a high standard of professional satisfaction.
Northland Veterinary Group is a mixed practice, multi-clinic environment that services the whole of the greater Whangarei district. You will have a varied and interesting case load. We are Best Practice accredited. The practice is well equipped including digital x-ray, ultrasound, dental x-ray, fluid pumps and IDDEX.
About the role:
As a respected member of our friendly team, you will have the opportunity to develop a close working relationship with our loyal clients and their small friends, whilst being encouraged to work up cases and take them through from initial presentation to resolution. Each day you will be supported and mentored through an interesting mix of consulting, treatment, and surgical responsibilities.
This is a permanent position with approximately 1:6 afterhours roster
(CA only) with days off after a weekend worked. Full or part-time applicants will be considered.
We value CPD and will support attendance at CPD that is relevant to the needs of the practice.
Northland:
Northland is a great place to live and raise children. We have high sunshine hours and quick access to many beautiful beaches. There are many outstanding fishing and diving activities. Whangarei (NZ) is a rapidly growing area where you can enjoy the café, art and culture scene. We have an extensive and beautiful coastline with easy access providing year round, hiking and horseback riding etc. Whangarei is only 2 hours from Auckland, and our houses are still affordable.
Its time to apply:
If we sound like a good fit we would love to hear from you. Please send your cv through to [email protected]

17/04/2024

About us:
Northland Vet Group is a busy, mixed-animal practice servicing the Whangarei district from our three, well equipped and best practice accredited clinics.
Our friendly and valued team of Veterinarians and Nurses contribute a variety of skill sets, experience and a ‘can do’ attitude and bring a variety of expertise to our table. As a team our motivation is to ensure the absolute best in patient care and gold standard practice. We are excited to welcome on board an experienced Veterinary Nurse with similar attributes.
The role offers many opportunities and will open doors into areas of your personal, and nursing skills that you may have never considered before these include;
- A consulting Nurse programme
- Large animal technician work
- Working alongside excellent in-house diagnostic equipment (IDEXX)
- In-house ultrasonography
- Gold standard dental X-ray, with our nurses actively involved in dental prophylaxis.
- An active role in clinical areas such as; blood draws, catheter placement, radiography, intubation, scrubbing in for surgical procedures, Orthopaedic surgical nursing.
At Northland Vet Group we are proud to support our clinical members within their individual interests and encourage CPD, personal development and advancement into areas of expertise. We will happily assist the successful candidate into developing their own skill set into a niche they can be proud of.
About the role:
We are seeking a qualified (Diploma level or higher) veterinary nurse with at least 12 months of clinical experience post-graduation to fulfil a part time position, approximately 3 days. This role offers some flexibility around hours of work, and we therefore welcome any suitable candidates apply for a discussion. Please note, you will need to be willing and able to work weekends and on call within our rotating roster.
Remuneration is competitive and will be reflected by the successful candidates experience and skill set.
Skills and experience:
This role requires the successful candidate to be competent in patient restraint and animal behaviour, alongside proven experience (minimum 12 months) within clinical nursing such as; anaesthesia monitoring, blood sampling/handling, assisting with x-rays and general nursing duties.
The successful candidate will;
- Be reliable and punctual
- Have willingness to work
- Have a positive input and perspective of team work
- Exert excellent professional etiquette
- Be passionate about excellent patient care
We are excited to hear from all suitable applicants who would like to be welcomed into a dedicated team.
If this sounds like something you would love to apply for then please send cv through to [email protected]

07/04/2024

**UPDATE - OWNER FOUND **

Found Doggy - this little fluffy has turned up at a client's house in Union Street, Hikurangi. No collar. Unknown if microchipped, as unable to bring to a clinic today. If you recognize this dog or believe it to be yours, please give our clinic a ring on 094701060.

04/04/2024

Found dog - critical condition.
Labrador mix, black, entire male, Found in Hikurangi this morning.
Contact NVG 094701060 ASAP

28/02/2024

Northland Veterinary Group is a multi-clinic environment that services the whole of the greater Whangarei district. We have a team of experienced veterinarians who are passionate about giving the best animal care and outstanding service to clients. An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Large Animal/Mixed Veterinarian to join our well established, BEST Practice Accredited, 7 day/week practice. You must be motivated and enthusiastic with a desire to develop dairy skills and be able to build great relationships with our farm clients and our team members. We will consider a new graduate with strong dairy interests. This is a full-time position offering a varied and interesting case load, with approximately 1:4 afterhours roster (production animal only) with days off after a weekend worked. The practice is well equipped including digital x-ray, IDDEX and scanners. We value CPD and will support attendance at CPD that is relevant to the needs of the practice. The position involves predominantly dairy, with some beef, lifestyle, alpaca and basic equine work.

Salary to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Northland (“The Winterless North”) is a great place to live; we have quick access to many beautiful beaches as well as outstanding fishing and diving activities close-by. Our extensive and beautiful coastline provides year-round fishing and diving opportunities plus lots of hiking and horseback riding to name a few activities! Check us out at www.northvets.co.nz and find us on Facebook. If you would like to become part of our supportive and caring team at Northland Vet Group please submit your CV stating why you think this is the job for you to HR & Practice Manager [email protected]

25/02/2024

*** Searching for Owner ***

We have had a member of public bring in this very friendly cat into our Maunu clinic to be scanned for a microchip. Unfortunately there isn’t one.

Found in the Maunu area, if you think this is your cat call us on (09) 4701060

05/01/2024

** Kitten is now with the SPCA **

Urgently seeking the owners of a female grey tabby kitten approx 8 weeks old and has been brought into our Maunu Road clinic. Along Riverside Drive. Near Awaroa River Drive. She has some significant injuries that need urgent treatment. Please call the clinic on (09) 4701060 if you believe this kitten may be yours.

26/12/2023

*** Looking for owners ***

A member of public has handed in a young kitten to our team at our Onerahi clinic. Not microchipped but is reasonably tame so we are hopeful there is a family out there searching for their little pet!

Please if you think this may be your kitten call the clinic and provide details to one of our phone team so we can reunite the little one with their family!

Phone (09) 4701060

22/12/2023

Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 Everyone

20/12/2023

*** Owners have now been reunited ***

Seeking owner!

This little guy has been handed in to our Onerahi clinic. Is microchipped however the chip has not been registered. Have reached out through all appropriate channels to contact owner however still no luck. If this looks like your dog please get in contact with the clinic on (09) 4701060

16/12/2023

Seeking owners urgently!

Sadly we have had a member of public bring in a deceased entire male dog. No microchip or collar. Tan with white chest. Found in the Vinegar Hill - Tikipunga area. Please contact the clinic on (09) 4701060 if you think this may be your animal.

23/11/2023

We are hiring!

About us:
Northland Vet Group is a busy, mixed-animal practice servicing the Whangarei district from our three, well equipped and best practice accredited clinics.
Our friendly and valued team of Veterinarians and Nurses contribute a variety of skill sets, experience and a ‘can do’ attitude and bring a variety of expertise to our table. As a team our motivation is to ensure the absolute best in patient care and gold standard practice. We are excited to welcome on board an experienced Veterinary Nurse with similar attributes.

The role offers many opportunities and will open doors into areas of your personal, and nursing skills that you may have never considered before these include;
- A consulting Nurse programme
- Large animal technician work
- Working alongside excellent in-house diagnostic equipment (IDEXX)
- In-house ultrasonography
- Gold standard dental X-ray, with our nurses actively involved in dental prophylaxis.
- An active role in clinical areas such as; blood draws, catheter placement, radiography, intubation, scrubbing in for surgical procedures, Orthopaedic surgical nursing.
At Northland Vet Group we are proud to support our clinical members within their individual interests and encourage CPD, personal development and advancement into areas of expertise. We will happily assist the successful candidate into developing their own skill set into a niche they can be proud of.

About the role:
We are seeking a qualified (Diploma level or higher) veterinary nurse with at least 12 months of clinical experience post-graduation to fulfil a part time position, approximately 3 days. This role offers some flexibility around hours of work, and we therefore welcome any suitable candidates apply for a discussion. Please note, you will need to be willing and able to work weekends and on call within our rotating roster.
Remuneration is competitive and will be reflected by the successful candidates experience and skill set.

Skills and experience:
This role requires the successful candidate to be competent in patient restraint and animal behaviour, alongside proven experience (minimum 12 months) within clinical nursing such as; anaesthesia monitoring, blood sampling/handling, assisting with x-rays and general nursing duties.
The successful candidate will;
- Be reliable and punctual
- Have willingness to work
- Have a positive input and perspective of team work
- Exert excellent professional etiquette
- Be passionate about excellent patient care
We are excited to hear from all suitable applicants who would like to be welcomed into a dedicated team.

Please email your CV and cover letter to
[email protected]

21/11/2023

OWNER REQUIRED

This lovely dog was hiding out in the Maunu Road clinic car park.
She appears to have been on an adventure, but is now safely housed in the clinic.

She is microchipped but this chip is not registered. If this is your dog please contact the clinic ASAP
094701060

15/11/2023

*SEEKING OWNERS *

A kind member of the public has brought a seriously injured very young, grey kitten to the Maunu Road clinic.
If this may be your kitten please get in touch.
09 470 1060

05/11/2023

🐶🏥Togo’s tale🐶🏥

The lovely Togo came into our Maunu Road branch recently and quickly became a favorite among the staff due to his beautiful temperament and sweet nature. Sadly Togo had broken his back left leg and was feeling pretty sorry for himself. After clinical examination and discussing the best option for Togo, our amazing vet team decided that amputation was required.

Luckily for Togo dogs can life a full, happy life with just 3 legs! We are glad to see Togo back to wagging his tail and adjusting to his new happy life on 3 paws. We wish Togo and his family all the best with his recovery.