A practical guide to visiting VetLove
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
Team Member Spotlight: Kyleen
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
Not all superheroes can fly
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
Echidna you not!
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!
Team Member Spotlight: Lynette
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
Meet Greta and Gustav
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?
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?
Easter Dangers
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
Vetlove COVID-19 Update From Dr Geoff Wilson
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Vetlove Donates To Currumbin Sanctuary Hospital
Our VetLove teams are proud members of our communities. That’s why we believe it’s important to support—and give back to—the community in which we live. Each of our VetLove clinics proudly came together and offered to raise funds for our beloved Australian wildlife during December 2019 & January 2020. We donated 100% of our nail … Continue reading Vetlove Donates To Currumbin Sanctuary Hospital
Grape toxicity
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
Storm season is here
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
Book your heartworm test today
At Vetlove, we recommend all dogs in their local area that have not been on any regular heartworm prevention be tested for heartworm. If your dog has not been on regular prevention, has missed a few months or you are unsure, it is best to have your dog tested before starting or recommencing any heartworm … Continue reading Book your heartworm test today
Introducing Dr Oliver Wilkie – Veterinary Surgeon
Hi, I’m Dr Oliver Wilkie and have recently joined the VetLove veterinary team at Billinudgel. I was born in Adelaide, where I went to school and university. From a young age I was always interested in animals, doing work experience with my next-door neighbour at his clinic and agricultural school. Upon graduating, I started work … Continue reading Introducing Dr Oliver Wilkie – Veterinary Surgeon
Meet the team: Bec
Hi there, my name is Rebecca, but you can call me Bec. I have been nursing for nearly two years and just love it! I have grown up loving animals for as long as I can remember and have always pursued a career in the animal industry or animal welfare. I grew up on the … Continue reading Meet the team: Bec
Introducing Ashgrove’s new practice manager
Nicole Hutchinson has been part of the VetLove family for over five years; she has relocated from VetLove Kuraby to join our Ashgrove team. Nicole’s passion for animals and their welfare has been a huge part of her life since deciding to change her career to become a vet nurse 21 years ago. She has … Continue reading Introducing Ashgrove’s new practice manager
Not so hip for young Ruby
Ruby is a lovely one-year-old Golden Retriever who came to see us at VetLove Ballina a few months ago as she was having trouble with her hind legs when walking. Her wonderful pet parents knew something was not right for her to be having trouble with mobility at such a young age. On examination, she … Continue reading Not so hip for young Ruby
Hot weather brings snakes into suburbs
Meet Cody, a very lucky and a little sad five-year-old Labrador who survived an Eastern brown snake bite. Immediate action by his pet parents, antivenom and three-days hospital care saw Cody fully recover at home and get back to normal life. Australia is home to many venomous snakes, and with the weather warming up these … Continue reading Hot weather brings snakes into suburbs
Do you have a bushfire survival plan for you and your pets?
Our hearts go out to the families and individuals who have been affected by the bushfires in NSW and Queensland. With summer finally here, the hot weather can bring many unpredictable circumstances, and if your home is located near bush, grassland or coastal areas, it is imperative you have a Bushfire Survival Plan that includes your pets. The safest option … Continue reading Do you have a bushfire survival plan for you and your pets?
Pet care tips during hot weather
We know it’s summertime and all you want to do is have fun and play in the sun, but please spare a thought for your pet friends, as heat stress can be fatal. The best way to deal with heat stroke is to prevent it. Keeping your pets cool and comfortable on a hot day … Continue reading Pet care tips during hot weather
‘WE’RE HIRING’
Goonellabah– Part Time Veterinary Surgeon Goonellabah is a beautiful eastern suburb of Lismore 30km away from sunny Ballina. With a small shopping complex near-by for your lunch breaks and of course there’s a traditional Australian Tavern close by offering a great environment for down-time. Goonellabah has everything you need! VetLove Goonellabah are looking for a passionate, self-motivated … Continue reading ‘WE’RE HIRING’
THE SPOOKIEST THINGS COME IN SMALL WRAPPERS!
Dogs and chocolate are a deadly combination, even a small amount of chocolate can be very dangerous. Cats don’t tend to be attracted to chocolate, whereas dogs don’t even unwrap the chocolate before eating it! For dogs, chocolate contains two toxic substances — caffeine and a chemical called theobromine. The amount eaten and the size … Continue reading THE SPOOKIEST THINGS COME IN SMALL WRAPPERS!
Lumps and bumps on your pets should not be ignored
Lumps and bumps are a very common occurrence in pets both young and old, but especially in our ageing animals. It’s a serious matter, because one third of all tumours found in our pets are found on the skin. A simple, regular check of your pet’s body once a week may save his/her life. A tip is to … Continue reading Lumps and bumps on your pets should not be ignored
We are very proud!
Big shout out to our Locum veterinarain Dr Steve, he and a group of very talented vets have trekked all the way over to Borneo to perform life changing surgery on a Sunbear named Hitman and an Orangutan called Ester! Here are some photos of the amazing experience. Well Done Dr Steve, we are very … Continue reading We are very proud!
Team member spotlight, Sharnie
Sharnie – Practice Manager I have been lucky enough to work in the animal industry for a little over 12 years and have been veterinary nursing for 10 years throughout different clinics. I joined the team here in April 2019 as the practice manager after moving from Melbourne. During my time nursing, I have gained … Continue reading Team member spotlight, Sharnie
Dusty – sultana/grape toxicity
Dusty is a gorgeous, energetic, but mischievous five-month-old Kelpie puppy. Dusty is like most puppies her age, constantly exploring her environment and getting into things she shouldn’t. Unfortunately, this time Dusty decided to raid the pantry and managed to eat around 200-300g of sultanas. Although sultanas are a healthy snack for humans, did you know … Continue reading Dusty – sultana/grape toxicity
Congratulations Dr Ashlee
We Just wanted to congratulate Dr Ashlee for recently achieving and obtaining her membership in Small Animal Medicine from The Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists. Dr Ashlee underwent 18 months of intense study and was required to sit two written exams and an oral exam in front of a panel of examiners. … Continue reading Congratulations Dr Ashlee
Springtime Pet Hazards
Here are a few main reasons that pets may itch: Fleas: Its pretty hard to keep your pets from going outside when the weather is nice, but once outside there is no stopping those fleas looking for a quick blood meal on your pet. Pets pick up fleas virtually anywhere. Once your pet has fleas, … Continue reading Springtime Pet Hazards
Tick season is upon us!
IXODES holocyclus, or the paralysis tick, is found along the East Coast of Australia. With the onset of the warmer weather, we are starting to see tick paralysis cases early this year. Their natural hosts are Australian mammals, such as bandicoots, possums and wombats, which are immune to their toxin. Unfortunately, domestic pets are not. … Continue reading Tick season is upon us!
