If your pet needs veterinary care (including vaccinations and routine checks) AND: You have not been overseas within the past 14 days You have not been in contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case You are NOT experiencing symptoms of fever and respiratory disease AND you don’t need or wish to self-isolate Then it is business as … Continue reading A practical guide to visiting VetLove
For those of you who haven’t met me yet, my name is Kyleen and I am the Practice Manager of VetLove Flagstone. I am a local ‘Flagstonian.’ Supporting our community is what VetLove is all about. There is a quote that “there is more happiness in giving than there is in receiving” and we are … Continue reading Team Member Spotlight: Kyleen
Meet Bella, an adorable 12-year-old Staffordshire bull terrier, who got a sudden fright and decided to jump off her owner’s two-storey balcony. Unfortunately, it was not a soft landing and she fell straight onto concrete, where the impact caused a broken canine tooth, bruised liver and torn ligaments in her wrists (carpal hyperextension). Bella had … Continue reading Not all superheroes can fly
Working in a veterinary clinic brings the brightest of smiles to our faces, even on the toughest days. And it is always a joy to treat Australia’s amazing wildlife! This beautiful little echidna was recently brought in for an examination. The kind person who found him had noted he was very slow moving around, not … Continue reading Echidna you not!
For those of you who haven’t met me yet, my name is Lynette and I am the Practice Manager of VetLove Jimboomba. Supporting our community is what VetLove is all about. We practice our five core values: love and compassion, excellence, integrity, community and teamwork. Our team is here to help our community as much … Continue reading Team Member Spotlight: Lynette
Cute couple Greta and Gustav, a pair of Pekin ducks, visited Dr Chris at our Ashgrove clinic recently. Their human parents had noticed some terrible lesions on the bottom of their feet, so they came into the clinic to see Dr Chris straight away. Dr Chris examined them both, although Greta got very worried about … Continue reading Meet Greta and Gustav
Need pet supplies? We’ve got you covered. Our VetLove team is working hard to ensure we keep providing you with the service you know and love, so you can continue shopping without having to worry about your pet missing out on essential foods, prescription diets, parasite prevention, worming, shampoos and treats. Know anyone who needs … Continue reading Need pet supplies?
Many pet parents will be celebrating Easter this weekend and spending time at home in isolation with loved ones, hunting for Easter eggs, camping in the backyard and enjoying lots of candy and special meals. Unfortunately, our pets will be hovering around the table along with our children, hoping to pick up an extra treat … Continue reading Easter Dangers
Its grape season now and what many pet owners don’t realise is grapes, sultanas and raisins can be toxic to our pets, as well as chocolate, artificial sweeteners (found is specific foods), onions and garlic. If your pet has ingested these items its best to contact your vet immediately. Lack of awareness, plus the fact … Continue reading Grape toxicity
Does your animal get super nervous during a storm? Storm phobia or anxiety is a very common problem, particularly in dogs. Phobias are an exaggerated irrational response to something that is often not dangerous. Storm phobias are often initially triggered by loud thunder. Affected animals become sensitised and start reacting to earlier signs that predict … Continue reading Storm season is here
