Cornerstone Veterinary Services

18/09/2024

17/09/2024

Dear Friends, supporters, and clients
Did you know that September is su***de awareness month?
If you are linked to a person on social media who works in veterinary medicine, you may have noticed them changing their profile picture to include "NOMV" with the Rod of Asclepius. Some of you may know, but if you don't, NOMV stands for Not One More Vet. Veterinarians have one of the highest su***de rates of any profession. When you see your friend or social media acquaintance change their profile, it's usually because they have learned of another colleague that succumbed to su***de. The emotional toll of caring for animals and their families can be immense, and it’s important to recognize and address the stress and burnout that can come with this deeply rewarding yet demanding profession. Be kind to your veterinary staff. From the front desk staff, technicians, kennel attendants and doctors. We are literally dying trying to help you.” To all the dedicated veterinarians and veterinary staff: Your compassion and hard work do not go unnoticed.

17/09/2024

15% discount on ALL over the counter cat products, including food, toys, & tick and flea preventative care products. Special is valid at both our Robertson and Montagu branches.
Bravecto South Africa
Ultra Pet
Hill’s Pet Nutrition

Royal Canin
NexGard South Africa
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17/09/2024

Cat sterilization special valid until 30th September 2024. Male cat R450 and female cat R800. To book your appointment please call us on 023 6261652.

16/09/2024

𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗣𝗘𝗧 𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗦 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗬 - 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗪𝗘 𝗪𝗢𝗡𝗧 𝗝𝗨𝗗𝗚𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨!

The best way the relationship between you and your vet can work is if you communicate effectively.

𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 🙏🏻

Don't worry, you won't be judged if you waited a little too long to bring your dog in for itchy ears, or if you miss some doses of medication.

What's important is that you give your vet the facts:
🔹 How many doses of medication were actually
missed?
🔹 How many days has the problem really been
going on?
🔹 When did you first notice the tumor?
The vet knows it didn't get that big overnight.
🔹 What are you truly feeding your pet and
how much?

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝘃𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗷𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 - 𝘄𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗹, 𝘄𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 - 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸!

❓Please ask questions

Tell your vet if you don't understand something so they can better explain it. Tell us if you think you can't follow through on the instructions.

🔹Make your expectations clear.
🔹Tell your vet what you need.
🔹If you have time constraints or
financial restrictions,
your vet will do her best to work with you.

If something happens that makes you unhappy, please let the vet or staff know right away so they can try to fix it - running half a story on social media is truly so disheartening for veterinarians who due to professional conduct can not reply.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘃𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆.

15/09/2024

The DEADLY CORN COB!!

Although you might think this is a delicious treat for your four-legged buddy, corn cobs could be the cause of you losing your best friend.
Corn cobs are one of the most common yet dangerous foods you can give your pet.
The corn cob does not break down in the acid of your dog’s gastrointestinal tract, instead they swell up and block the entire path, resulting in complete mayhem within your dog's intestinal system.
Once in and blocked up there is only one way out, an emergency exploratory laparotomy done by your veterinarian. This Is a high-risk procedure as the corn cob can cause severe internal damage.
You might think to yourself "its fine, I’ll just cut it up into smaller pieces" NO!! Regardless of if the corn is large or small, it will still swell internally and still block your pets intestinal system. So, let's protect our loved ones and put that corn cob in the bin, make sure during your braai that none of your friends or family sneak a corn cob treat to your pet, it could mean life or death to your beloved buddy.

13/09/2024

What is a "Sniffari"? 🐶
It's a good "sniffing" session at your dogs own pace and is extremely beneficial and essential for their well-being 🌳🪴🌿
A Sniffari has been proven to reduce stress, calm your dog and reduce anxiety 🌸🌼
It's stimulating too – experts tell us that 20 minutes of sniffing is equivalent to an hour of walking in terms of enrichment for your dog!
🐶

13/09/2024

12/09/2024

Today at our Montagu clinic we had a different patient to what we usually see.

A sheep that came from a local farm seemed to have lost her lamb. Her udder was extremely swollen and becoming painful and she was at risk of developing mastitis due to not having a lamb to suckle.

Dr Keri performed a vaginal exam to make sure that there was no twin still to be born, and gave her some antibiotics and anti-inflammatories to prevent mastitis.

There is a chance that her lamb is still alive and hiding in the veld so we recommended that the sheep would go back to her camp and hopefully, if her lamb is still alive, she will find it.

Thabang kept the ewe calm during her examination by holding her gently and whistling calming tunes to her. 😉

12/09/2024

Betty is a bull mastiff that travelled to Montagu from Wellington in the hope of being covered by our beautiful local boy Max.

After a day of trying very hard, Max was unable to do the deed on his own and so Dr Keri came out to give him a hand.

She collected semen and performed artificial insemination on Betty twice, and we were very lucky to get Betty pregnant!

On Thursday 5 September Betty gave birth to 8 strong puppies. Unfortunately she had to go in for an emergency C-section, but all went well and Betty and her puppies are thriving.

12/09/2024

12/09/2024

JOHN MOORE ANIMAL WELFARE FUNDRAISER APPEAL FOR BAKKIE Our main goal for this campaign is to raise enough money to purchase a bakkie for our fi...

12/09/2024

As Spring is on our doorstep, it's essential to protect your pets from fleas and ticks, which can not only cause discomfort and allergies but also transmit diseases!
Some popular flea and tick treatment products include:
- Bravecto Chews and Spot-On’s
- Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra Chews
- Revolution for Dogs and Cats
- Frontline Plus Spot-On
- Broadline Cats Spot-On
Remember to always follow the product instructions and consult with your vet if you're unsure about any treatment.
Keep your beloved fur babies as well as your homes pest free this Spring by treating now!

11/09/2024

Look NO further.

We have the PURRRRFECT VetsBrand for Your furry friend available at our Montagu practice.

🍽️🐶 Made with high-quality ingredients and backed by veterinary expertise, VetsBrands Dog Food is the perfect choice for pet parents who want nothing but the best for their canine companions.

From zooming around in puppyhood to chilling in their golden years, our range of dog food ensures optimal health, vitality, and taste satisfaction.

Visit us today at our Montagu practice and let us help you find the food thay will suit Their Needs.

Contact us on 023 6261652.

11/09/2024

Who remembers Kitinki? Kintinki was rescued by Dr. Nelma earlier this year. Here she is, living her best life after receiving care and being sterilized.

11/09/2024

Vetsbrands Pet Food Special at our Montagu practice. Buy 1 get 1 free or 50% off.
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10/09/2024

BREED OF THE WEEK!

The Border Collie is a medium-sized herding breed first developed to gather and control sheep in the hilly border country between Scotland and England.

They’re known for their intense stare, or “eye,” with which they control their flock. They’re dogs with unlimited energy, stamina, and working drive, all of which make them a premier herding dog. Today, farmers and ranchers still use Border Collies today to herd sheep around the world.

The highly trainable and intelligent, the Border Collie excel in various canine sports. This includes obedience, flyball, agility, tracking, and flying disc competitions. They can make for great family companions and aren’t extremely high maintenance, so long as they get a lot — a lot! — of physical and mental exercise. You’ll also have to be comfortable with a dog who can outsmart you from time to time. It’s important to be aware of the requirements for a happy, fulfilled pet if you’re thinking of adding a Border Collie puppy to your home.

If you want a loving, Collie dog who will keep you active and on your toes, this may be the breed for you!

10/09/2024

Join in the fun.... Pawsome prizes up for grabs
Do you think your dog looks like you? Do you think your dog just has the best smile? Or is your Senior dog a sassy senior? Or is your puppy a Pawsome pup? Or is your dog just plain weird?
Introducing our FUN DOG COMPETITION
Categories:
1. Owner/dog look-a-like
2. Sassy Senior (dog 9 years or older)
3. Best doggy smile
4. Precious puppy (dogs under a year of age)
5. The Weirdo (think funny facial expressions, dogs acting “weird or funny’)

Entries are R50 each. Entries are unlimited. Once payment has been made via Snapscan
https://pos.snapscan.io/qr/Egfc4V-R
or via EFT
John Moore Animal Welfare trust
Standard Bank 051001
Account 10160176172 (use your surname and photo competition as reference)
or at Cornerstone Vet, you can WhatsApp your photo/photos to 060946 4943 along with proof of payment and state which category you wish to enter, and we will post them to our page. The photo with the most likes in each category will win a pet hamper and 2 bottles of wine sponsored by Springfield Wine Estate.
Closing date for entries is 31st October. Winners will be announced on 4th November 2024.

09/09/2024

As we all know there is nothing more devastating than having a Furry Companion go missing! The agony of not knowing whether or not you'll ever see them again, is absolute torture!
There is a way to help avoid this! Please consider Microchipping your pet!
Identification and traceability are important parts of responsible pet ownership. A microchip provides permanent identification for your pet and gives them the best chance of being reunited with you, should they happen to go missing.
Wish to know more or to make an appointment for your pet, at either our Robertson practice or our Montagu practice, please feel free to contact us on 023 6261652. Show the love and do the right thing...🐕🐈🐾❤️

08/09/2024

With Spring all around us, its a good idea to include our furbabies in our Spring Cleaning chores.
Below is a handy list of things to do to ensure your pets are ready to put a " Spring" in their step 🐾😉.

08/09/2024

We are pleased to announce that as from this coming week, we will be offering a delivery service in Robertson and Montagu.
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07/09/2024

Go Bokke!

05/09/2024

We would like to say a hearty and warm welcome to our newest client at Cornerstone Montagu
Mabel, a Scottish Terrier puppy, and her family have recently settled down in Montagu, all the way from the UK. Welcome to our Cornerstone family, Mabel( and welcome to your human family too). You are a gorgeous girl💗🐕.
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04/09/2024

Becoming a blood donor

Did you know that just like humans, dogs can donate blood every 6 weeks if needed? There are multiple reasons for dogs to receive blood, these include:
* Anaemia (due to surgery, illness, or trauma)
* Anaemia from tick borne diseases
* Clotting problems due to rat poison
We have incredible owners who allow us to collect blood from their pets to help save the life of another. To decrease the number of times we need to use a specific dog per year we need new donors. With a list of 10 dogs that we could collect from, most of them would only need to donate blood maybe once a year. We are in need of donors at both our Robertson as well as our Montagu practice.
To be a suitable blood donor, your pet needs to fulfil the following:
* Weigh more than 25kg
* Between 1 - 6 years old
* Fully vaccinated, dewormed and on tick and flea control
* Healthy with no known recent illnesses
* Friendly and easy to work with
If you think your pet has got what it takes to join our life saving team, please give us a call! Tel 023 6261652.
There will be a lovely reward after each life saved with discount on yearly vaccinations and tick and flea treatments.

03/09/2024

Karoo products
Scientifically formulated, super-premium nutrition and treats for pets of all ages
Home-cooked, country goodness with all the benefits of scientific formulation.
Why choose Karoo for your pet?
Whether you want to give them the strongest possible start in life, sustained energy and maintained health as adults, support for joints and slowing metabolisms as seniors, or just a special treat, Karoo provides satisfying nutrition for pets at every life stage.
Karoo’s scientifically formulated, super-premium, limited ingredient recipes include nutrient-rich proteins, vitamins, minerals and high levels of antioxidants. Karoo dry and wet foods contain a number of beneficial life-stage-specific ingredients, ensuring that every bowl provides pets of all breeds and ages with an optimally balanced diet.
Available from Cornerstone Vet.

03/09/2024

Enter now and stand a chance to win a pet hamper and wine from Springfield Wine Estate..All proceeds to John Moore Animal Welfare Foundation.

Join in the fun.... Pawsome prizes up for grabs
Do you think your dog looks like you? Do you think your dog just has the best smile? Or is your Senior dog a sassy senior? Or is your puppy a Pawsome pup? Or is your dog just plain weird?
Introducing our FUN DOG COMPETITION
Categories:
1. Owner/dog look-a-like
2. Sassy Senior (dog 9 years or older)
3. Best doggy smile
4. Precious puppy (dogs under a year of age)
5. The Weirdo (think funny facial expressions, dogs acting “weird or funny’)

Entries are R50 each. Entries are unlimited. Once payment has been made via Snapscan
https://pos.snapscan.io/qr/Egfc4V-R
or via EFT
John Moore Animal Welfare trust
Standard Bank 051001
Account 10160176172 (use your surname and photo competition as reference)
or at Cornerstone Vet, you can WhatsApp your photo/photos to 060946 4943 along with proof of payment and state which category you wish to enter, and we will post them to our page. The photo with the most likes in each category will win a pet hamper and 2 bottles of wine sponsored by Springfield Wine Estate.
Closing date for entries is 31st October. Winners will be announced on 4th November 2024.

02/09/2024

Male, unneutered dog found this morning in Geelhout Avenue Robertson. No collar or ID. Dog is now at Cornerstone Veterinary Services Robertson. If this is your dog, please call us on 023 6261652.