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Animal Emergency Centre

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3456 0500

Address: 36 Balaclava St Woolloongabba 4102 4102 Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Website: http://aecvets.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Congratulations and thank you to all the blood donor angels

25.01.2022 We may not know what the next few months hold, but weve got this no face touching thing sorted. I bet there are many previous patients out there now thinking their time in the cone has finally come

23.01.2022 Did you know that these common household items can be toxic to your pet?

23.01.2022 Due to biosecurity restrictions, all visitors to our hospital will undertake the following Stop, Drop and Wait process.

22.01.2022 Fantastic efforts by the Animal Emergency Centre team volunteering with Adelaide Koala Rescue to help the victims of the Cudlee Creek fires. Nothing shows greater community spirit and team work than banding together and helping in times like this. Congratulations on all of your hard work to all of the staff that were involved from Animal Emergency Centre, you are making a real difference to those that cant defend themselves from these devastating fires.

22.01.2022 OPEN 24 HOURS If your pets long weekend plans include becoming unwell or getting injured, you can visit us at 36 Balaclava Street, Woolloongabba anytime. We are open 24 hours Saturday, Sunday and Monday

21.01.2022 Breaking news Veterinary hospitals have been declared an essential service and will not be required to close regardless of future lockdown restrictions. We have been working behind the scenes to receive this recognition and we are so happy to be able to help you and your pet, whatever may happen next.

21.01.2022 Remembering the people and animals that made the ultimate sacrifice to give us the freedom we have today. Thank you to the @Australian War Memorial for allowing us to use these images of service men and women with their amazing companions. Photo top left: At sea after leaving Fremantle, WA, NX6686 Private (Pte) George McCoullough, 1st Recovery Section (left) and NX6802 Pte Archie Holmes, two members of the 6th Division, relax on the deck of the troopship with their mascot. J...anuary 1940. Photo top right: Alice Springs, Australia. 1942-12-01. Miss T. Wheatley (left) and Miss P. Searcy, Members of the voluntary aid detachment serving with 109 Australian General Hospital snapped with their dog mascot, Track. Photo bottom left: Northern Australia. LAC. Arthur Ewings R.A.A.F. of Towsville, QLD, and "Min" the donkey mascot of the R.A.A.F. unit. "Min" has her tin hat and a turtle shell back protector for protection in air raids. She eats everything including newspapers. August 1943 (negative by H. Dick). Photo bottom right: El Daba, Egypt. c. 1943. 405379 Flying Officer T. H. S. James, a pilot of no. 451 squadron R.A.A.F., points out something of interest to Hurry, the squadron's pet dog and mascot. Note the Supermarine spitfire aircraft in behind them.

21.01.2022 Hopefully you dont need us, but were here if you do!

20.01.2022 Today is RU OK? Day, as well as World Suicide Prevention Day. These days go hand in hand, for tackling mental health, smashing stigmas and preventing suicide within our workplaces, families and communities. Apart from stopping and recognising the importance of today with in-clinic discussions and treats, the Animal Emergency Centre also has: - In-house Mental Health First Aid officers in every clinic - 24 hour free professional mental health help through the Employee Assistan...ce Program - Free monthly 'Download' meetings with a trained veterinary psychologist - A zero tolerance approach to abuse from clients - and, membership with veterinary mental health charity Love Your Pet Love Your Vet We hope that every pet owner will help to make our hospitals a better place to come to work too, by being respectful and courteous in every interaction with our team mates, even when things get really stressful. We all come to work to do the best job possible. Strike up a conversation with someone today and ask RU OK?

19.01.2022 Hot cross buns ... chocolate... nuts... caffeine... there are a lot of Easter treats that are toxic to pets (and yes theyre being in sold in shops already!). Looking at our records, these are the pets most likely to sneak a toxic treat! Keep human food out of reach Keep pets away from Easter egg hunt areas and ensure all eggs are found... Get in to your local AEC immediately, as vomiting can be induced before digestion begins in most cases Open 24 hours all Public Holidays

19.01.2022 The Easter Bunny found us, even though were at work today Clever bunny Happy Easter everybody, from the AEC family to yours.

18.01.2022 We'd love for you to leave a comment here, to thank a special vet in your life!

17.01.2022 + IMPORTANT + There will be some changes to travel routes and access around the Woolloongabba clinic this weekend for the AFL Grand Final at the Gabba. Our carpark will still be operational as normal, but road closures may require you to use an alternate route. Please use the linked information page to help you plan your trip to us: https://www.thegabba.com.au/about-us/gabba-locals.aspx... *Information provided by a third party website, and we have no control over the accuracy or frequency of updated information on it.

16.01.2022 Yes! We offer Zip Pay and Zip Money at AEC Woolloongabba. Apply while you wait in the clinic, or jump on to www.zippay.com.au before you head on in.

16.01.2022 Information on the regulations around mask wearing at AEC, and your options for service.

16.01.2022 We hope you have a relaxing Australia Day!

15.01.2022 Our partners at the Petbarn Foundation are providing over $1.2m to animal welfare organisations via a combination of funds, food and supplies to evacuation centres in emergency sites and our vets volunteering their time to help Australias pets and native animals affected by the bushfires. This will help organisations like the RSPCA, Vets Beyond Borders, WIRES, The Rescue Collective, Sydney Dingo Rescue and many more to continue the work that is so desperately needed. For details on organisations we are supporting, click on the link below. We are thankful to our incredible pet community who have reached out to us and asked how they can support. You can help by pledging your support and donating online or by visiting one of our centres. Donate here: http://bit.ly/2QWyxjn

15.01.2022 Yes! We are still operating as normal, just observing a few new measures for everyones safety. You will be guided by our clinic teams regarding the most appropraite waiting areas, sanitisation and any new developments around the hospital. Animal Emergency Centres: 1300 232 838

14.01.2022 Feeling helpless with the bushfires raging down south? Us too. Thats why weve weve teamed up with our colleagues down at Animal Referral Hospital Canberra to donate pet food for all species. This will be distributed by the ARH crew directly to the folks that need it. Our AEC team has lead the way with donations already and we invite you to bring dry and tinned food for dogs, cats, birds and pocket pets (dont forget rabbits are legal down there ) into our Kedron... and Woolloongabba hospitals for distribution to evacuated pets. As we cannot guarantee cold transportation, we are not able to accept raw or frozen foods sorry. We have also organised in excess of $4000 worth of veterinary supplies to be donated and shipped to where its needed most too. Thank you to everyone who has already donated - we have been moved by your generosity and passion to help the animals.

14.01.2022 Happy Mothers Day to parents across the species spectrum.

14.01.2022 Need a vet this Easter? Were open 24 hours for all your pet emergencies! 1300 232 838... Remember: sultanas, raisins and chocolate are toxic for pets!

14.01.2022 This message has absolutely made our week. Yes, were open and diagnosing and nursing and caring. No, we dont get the same coverage as the human doctors. But thats not why we do what we do. Nonetheless, we feel very seen by this beautiful message and it means so much to us. Thank YOU to Lisa and Ziggy

13.01.2022 Hopefully you don't need us, but we're here if you do!

13.01.2022 Does your pet have access to, or showing any symptoms associated with any of these common pet toxins? Call 1300 232 838 to locate your closest AEC.

12.01.2022 Tuesday update: We’ve had a huge response and will be making our way through the submissions ASAP. We are so grateful for the community support to get our blood stocks to adequate levels to service this busy time of year + URGENT HELP NEEDED + After an especially horrific weekend in our ICU, we are down to our very last bag of blood and desperately need to obtain more from donor dogs. Can your dog save a life this week?... Donor dogs need to be: + Over 25kg + Between 2 and 8 years of age + Up to date on Vaccines and Heartworm prevention and in good health, including a healthy weight. In return, your dog receives a thorough physical examination, comprehensive blood testing, and an $80 Petbarn voucher. If your dog isn't eligible to donate, we'd still really appreciate if you'd share this with your friends or community group in the hope that we can get adequate stocks to last over the busy Christmas period. To register your dog to give the most important gift this Christmas, please contact Cat Edgar on [email protected] or by calling 3456 0500.

12.01.2022 Hands up if your pet has a grandparent It's World Grandparent day today. While some countries celebrate this beautiful day of appreciation on other days of the week, today is the day we celebrate in Australia. A big thank you to our parents who are the grandparents to our 4 legged children.

12.01.2022 International Friendship Day! Our pets are many things; family members, companions, sometimes colleagues, but what they always remain are our friends. Make sure you acknowledge your friends today and let them know how important their friendship is to you.

11.01.2022 Indi the Dachshund gave birth to 4 beautiful puppies over the weekend at our Moorabbin AEC centre and we managed to capture one of those births for you to watch. Congratulations Indi, you are a wonderful mumma.

10.01.2022 Today is World Animal Day. The mission is to raise the status of animals in order to improve welfare standards around the globe. Building the celebration of World Animal Day unites the animal welfare movement, mobilising it into a global force to make the world a better place for all animals. It's celebrated in different ways in every country, irrespective of nationality, religion, faith or political ideology. Through increased awareness and education we can create a world where animals are always recognised as sentient beings and full regard is always paid to their welfare.

10.01.2022 Today it's Dog Appreciation Day. Dogs enrich our lives in so many ways. They make us laugh, they make us cry, they keep us active and keep us company. Dogs live for the moment, something we should all learn from them. Let your dog know they are loved and appreciated by you today and every day.

10.01.2022 Do your pets have access to these common objects?

10.01.2022 You might be surprised to learn that one of the most common cases we see is cats that have fallen or jumped off high rise balconies. Apart from the obvious external injuries to limbs that you might expect, this type of accident can cause major problems internally as well. Known as High Rise Syndrome, the force of the fall can move internal organs around and cause herniations, long term damage, and fatal conditions.... We recommend a catio setup with fine mesh to fully enclose any exit points off the balcony to avoid these accidents. As much as common sense tells us that leaping off tall buildings is a terrible idea, a cats curiosity often gets the better of them, with disastrous consequences. If your cat has a fall off a balcony, always have them assessed at your local or AEC vet, to ensure any hidden injuries are explored too.

09.01.2022 Whether they have 2 legs, 4 or even more, happy birthday to all fathers out there.

09.01.2022 We want to wish you all a safe and happy New Year for yourself, your family and friends and of course, your gorgeous pets. Our skilled vet team will be here, working around the clock to care for your pet in the event of an emergency. If you do need to visit our centres, please remember:... We care for your pet and will tend to them as quickly as possible We know that pet emergencies are an emotional and uncertain time for you and we are here to support you Please be patient and treat our team with respect We will continue to update you as soon as we know more about your pet’s condition We want them back home and well with you as much as you do We are doing everything we can to help Working in the vet industry is an incredibly rewarding career and our team are so grateful to be the amazing hero’s that they are. Take it easy on your vet team this New Year and love your emergency team as much as you do your pet. #aecvet #vetsareheros #animalemergencycentre #open24hrs #happynewyear #2021

09.01.2022 With many families on the move with their pets this Christmas, its essential to know where your closest Animal Emergency Centre is, wherever you may be. If youre heading interstate you can find our other locations at www.aecvets.com.au or simply call 1300 232 838.

09.01.2022 One of our team members had a visit from an Eastern Brown snake today. She grabbed the closest box to keep it safe, which just happened to house the AEC Common Pet Toxins brochures. If you’d like to join the snake in some light reading about this topic, you can find the online brochure here: https://www.aecvets.com.au///09/Common-Pet-Toxins-2016.pdf... (Our slithery friend was relocated by a licensed snake catcher)

08.01.2022 Here are some of the many things animals have presented to us having eaten. What are we missing from the list? Has your pet eaten (and then had retrieved) anything interesting?

08.01.2022 Today its Dog Appreciation Day. Dogs enrich our lives in so many ways. They make us laugh, they make us cry, they keep us active and keep us company. Dogs live for the moment, something we should all learn from them. Let your dog know they are loved and appreciated by you today and every day.

06.01.2022 The Queensland Government has today implemented new restrictions, which apply to our hospital operations. First and foremost, we are still open our normal hours and have a full team on site ready to treat any pet emergency. You can be assured that your pet will receive the same high level of care and expertise during this exceptional time. From 6pm Friday night 08/01/21, until 6pm Monday night 11/01/21, we will be operating with a closed waiting room. This means that when you... arrive at the clinic, you simply call us on 3456 0500 to alert us to your arrival. A receptionist will take your details, including where to find you, and a triage team member will come outside of the clinic to retrieve your pet for initial assessment. As per the government regulations, all clients and staff are required to wear a mask, even while sitting in the car, or handing over a pet. You will receive digital copies of any paperwork to be completed, and your veterinary consultation will take place via telephone while the pet is with us in the treatment area. All payments will be processed via telephone as well. We appreciate that this lockdown will be challenging, and we are committed to working through any issues with you and your pet. We remind all visitors that abuse and violence is never tolerated at AEC, and that abusive behaviour may result in removal from the premises, non-treatment of your pet, and police intervention. Please call us on 3456 0500 if you're at all unsure of what to do next - we'll get through it together.

06.01.2022 It's Halloween today and who better a symbol of Halloween than the black cat? Did you know.... There are 22 cat breeds that can come with a solid black coat. Black cats are omens of both good and bad luck, depending on where you are and the situation. Black cats are less likely to be adopted from shelters.... Regardless of superstitions, we think black cats are absolutely adorable. Have a happy Halloween friends.

06.01.2022 + Pet Health Warning + We have seen an increase in Guinea Pigs suffering from heat stroke this summer. All rodents are susceptible to even small changes in temperature, but the typical thick coat of the Cavy or Guinea Pig makes it difficult to disperse heat. Cavys should be kept inside in air conditioning or in front of fans, which ice bricks wrapped in tea towels as an option for them to lie on. Cold vegetables can also provide cooling from the inside. ... Guinea Pigs can deteriorate quickly and any changes to behaviour in hot weather should be taken seriously. See more

06.01.2022 Wed love for you to leave a comment here, to thank a special vet in your life!

05.01.2022 Today is World Kindness Day; a day to highlight good deeds in the community. We ask you to recognise an act of kindness and in turn, display an act of kindness yourself. If you can do anything today - do it with kindness

05.01.2022 With many families on the move with their pets this Christmas, it's essential to know where your closest Animal Emergency Centre is, wherever you may be. If you're heading interstate you can find our other locations at www.aecvets.com.au or simply call 1300 232 838.

04.01.2022 Yes! We are still operating as normal, just observing a few new measures for everyone's safety. You will be guided by our clinic teams regarding the most appropraite waiting areas, sanitisation and any new developments around the hospital. Animal Emergency Centres: 1300 232 838

03.01.2022 An update from the Brisbane City Council regarding dog parks. Take care, and stay home

03.01.2022 It’s a public holiday in some states tomorrow but rest assured all AEC hospitals are open 24 hours, and are ready to help your pet. Call 1300 232 838 to be connected to your closest Animal Emergency Centre

02.01.2022 Meet Brax the Labrador and the brilliant, steady-handed Dr Kerri Pimm of Animal Emergency Centre. Dr Kerri surgically removed a whole tennis ball from Braxs stomach on the weekend.

01.01.2022 Metric measuring of social distancing proving a bit tricky to imagine? Its simple*... 3 Great Danes OR 4 Dalmatians (with whipping, wagging tails)... OR 12 chihuahuas (or a bakers dozen for extra safety ) Youre welcome *May or may not be terribly inaccurate.

01.01.2022 Did you know that today is World Reptile Awareness Day? Reptiles are everywhere and serve an important role in our ecosystem, for example, common snakes help keep down bugs and rodents that would love to make a nest in your home! While you may not want to snuggle a reptile (or maybe you do - we won't judge you), it's nice to remember to appreciate them.... See more

01.01.2022 Vets and carers are being inundated with birds who were simply just trying to learn how to fly. Sometimes they can appear to be abandoned but at this time of year, it is likely its all just part of the learning process. Please familiarise yourself with this information to avoid separating a cherished fledgling from their family.