Animal Emergency Service in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Veterinary surgeon

Animal Emergency Service

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3423 1888

Address: 1 Lexington Road 4119 Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Website: https://www.animalemergencyservice.com.au/

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25.01.2022 With the warmer weather, we are most definitely spending more time outdoors with our pooches, possibly even spending the afternoons at the local dog park. Unfortunately, dog bite wounds are one of the most common emergencies we see in our hospitals after what was meant to be a fun time turns into a dog fight. If you are a dog owner, getting to know dog park etiquette may save your dog from a nasty fight.

25.01.2022 What do weight loss, limping and lethargy have in common? They are all common signs of cancer in pets. With 1 in 3 pets being diagnosed with cancer, knowing the signs can help identify it early and give them the best chance for treatment. Learn more > https://hubs.la/H0F_vHT0 #WorldCancerDay

24.01.2022 Today is #NationalWildlifeDay. And what better place to celebrate than right here in Australia, home to some of the worlds most beautiful wildlife! Were also celebrating and giving thanks to our wildlife rescuers and carers. Would you know what to do if you found an orphaned joey, an injured possum or a lonely baby bird? To find out what to do if you find injured wildlife, visit > https://hubs.ly/H0vlN9x0

24.01.2022 Its #NationalCheckTheChipDay! Is your furry friends contact details up-to-date? For more information about microchips and how to update your details, visit > https://hubs.ly/H0tr1py0

24.01.2022 Are you interested in having a Q&A Facebook Live Session with one of our vets? If yes, what kind of questions would you like answered? Pop them in the comments below.

24.01.2022 Its Tongue Out Tuesday! Is your pet sticking their tongue out today? Share a pic with us!

23.01.2022 Todays Tuesday, so you know what that means its #TongueOutTuesday! Share a pic of your pet with their tongue out!

23.01.2022 There’s only 1 hour to go until we go live with Dr Alex and Dr Gerardo. We can’t wait to talk about all things ticks and toads with you! Don’t forget, there’s also NexGard Spectra protection packs for your pooch to be won! See you soon

22.01.2022 Join us for our first ever Facebook Live! Dr Gerardo and Dr Alex will be live tonight, Thursday 19 November 7.30pm AEST, to talk all about ticks and toads, and answer all your burning questions. Make sure to join in to ask your questions, or post your question below.... Want to win NexGard Spectra protection for your pooch? Tune in at 7.30pm AEST to find out how! We can't wait to see you! Thanks to our sponsor NexGard Spectra.

21.01.2022 Amity's Christmas miracle and happy ending! Team members from Animal Emergency Service Tanawha (nurse Amanda and Client Care Representative Ali) were lucky enough to see a turtle they treated in conjunction with Sealife be returned back to sea on Tuesday morning. It's not often we get to see these stunning creatures, and when we do see them in our emergency hospitals they are usually suffering from floating syndrome. This happens when the turtle ingests marine debris causing... gas to build up in their stomach, eventually triggering them to float. Unable to dive for food, they must be seen by a vet professional to receive life-saving treatment. https://fb.watch/2ypPvztdie/

20.01.2022 You know its not Tuesday unless someone has their tongue out! #TongueOutTuesday

20.01.2022 Its peak tick season. The paralysis tick is a silent but deadly killer, and unfortunately, Queenslands environment is the perfect home for them. Watch as Dr Brooke explains what tick paralysis is, what ticks look like and where they are commonly found, and the signs and symptoms to be aware of.... To find out more about tick paralysis, including symptoms, treatment, and prevention, visit > https://hubs.ly/H0vrJy50

19.01.2022 Sometimes you just need a cuddle.

19.01.2022 With new positive cases of COVID-19 being identified just minutes from our hospital, we are making some changes to our safety measures to ensure we can still stay open and be there for you and your pet. We know having an ill or injured pet is stressful, and were here to help. Call us and our Client Care Team will discuss your pets medical emergency with you. Theyll give you instructions on what to do when you come down to us, and well guide you through every step of the ...way. Thank you for your patience, understanding and support during this difficult time. Your Animal Emergency Service Team

19.01.2022 Thank you for your feedback Belinda We would love to hear how you and your pet liked your last visit. Please take a moment to tell us (and others) what you think - we always strive to improve our service. By writing a quick review you could help other pet owners find us in the face of an emergency.... Review us on Facebook: https://hubs.ly/H0v36vh0 Review us on Google: https://hubs.ly/H0v36Rg0

19.01.2022 Meet Jethro a 4-month-old Tonkinese who survived a snake attack! While outside exploring with supervision from his hoomans, Jethro was grabbed on the head by a 2-metre carpet python which then started to constrict around Jethros little body! Jethros fast-acting and fast-thinking hoomans managed to pry the python off Jethro and rushed him a near-by local vet for initial treatment before being transferred to our Carrara hospital for further care. Jethro was one lucky kitten ...whose only injuries were a humeral fracture (a fracture to his upper arm bone in his front leg) and some bite marks on his head. Usually, in cases where a snake has constricted, injuries include fractures to the ribs as well as bruising and damage to the lungs. Along with close monitoring from our team and fluid therapy to aid in hydration and blood delivery, Jethros fur around the puncture marks was clipped and the wounds cleaned to prevent infection. Jethro also underwent surgery to mend the fracture in his leg from the team at Veterinary Specialist Services. See more

18.01.2022 Last year The Project shared figures revealing veterinarians are four times more likely than members of the general population to take their own lives. Watch as Jackie & Peter tell their heartbreaking story of son and Vet, Flynn, who took his own life. Dr Gerardo from our Underwood hospital was fortunate enough to be a part of The Projects show highlighting these sobering statistics. Lets show our support and share the love... Tag and tell us about your amazing vets and vet nurses in the comments below to show you #loveyourpetloveyourvet . #RUOK #RUOKDay

18.01.2022 It's National Golden Retriever Day! Is your fur baby a Golden Retriever? Show us your fave pic of your furry friend below! Here are just a few of our favourite facts about these beautiful doggos: They are a popular choice to star in movies and television shows because they are easy to train. Did you know that they make great watchdogs, but not-so-great security dogs? They'll bark loudly at strangers, but once they physically interact with a person they become more friendl...y. They are often used on search and rescue teams because of their keen sense of smell and tracking abilities. They instinctively love to swim. They're always up for a game of fetch in the water. Last, but not least, they are known to take care of other animals, even cats. See more

17.01.2022 Did you know Christmas and Boxing Day are our busiest days of the year for pet emergencies? Here are some common dangers and tips for keeping your furry family members during the festive season and all year round. Read more > https://hubs.ly/H0zXQdH0... Video: Dr Alex Hynes Dr Gerardo Poli

17.01.2022 What a silly sausage! In our hospitals we are used to seeing pets who have eaten unusual items, from socks, underwear, toys and even towels! But this little 2-year-old Dachshund found his way into a cupboard and ate a tampon of all things! After inducing emesis to remove it, this little cutie pie was feeling much better.

16.01.2022 Whats your pups favourite sleeping position? Show us a pic!

16.01.2022 Do you let your fur baby sleep on your bed?

15.01.2022 Lets play a game! Weve got our thinking hats on and are ready to start guessing your GIFs!

15.01.2022 One year ago today we celebrated Henrys recovery and reunion her with her hoomans. Henry, a 4-year-old kelpie cross, survived a house fire which left her battling severe smoke inhalation. After almost a week in intensive care, Henry beat all odds and returned home to her family. Today, were looking back on her journey to recovery.

13.01.2022 Today’s Tuesday, so you know what that means it’s #TongueOutTuesday!

13.01.2022 One very stylish pooch! Does your pet have a favourite accessory?

13.01.2022 About the size of a grain of rice, a microchip is your pets best chance of being returned safely home if they do go missing. However, sadly, 40% of microchips have inaccurate data or arent registered. Remember, should you ever move house or even change your phone number to also update your furry friends microchip details. Keep reading to learn more about microchips and how to update your details > https://hubs.ly/H0sx4Tq0... #NationalLostPetPreventionMonth

13.01.2022 Meet Hayley, a 2-year-old English Staffordshire Bull Terrier, who came to us after being bitten by a brown snake. When Hayley arrived, she was already showing signs of being affected by the snakes venom her pupils were dilated, she was experiencing facial twitching, and her respiratory muscles were being affected by paralysis making it difficult for her to breathe. There was also a concern as Hayley had previously been diagnosed with coagulopathy (when the bloods clot-forming ability is impaired) since snake venom can cause bleeding disorders. Our Pet ICU team administered two vials of anti-venom, pain relief, and monitored Hayleys breathing and blood clotting. After five days, with intensive care from the team, Hayleys paralysis resolved and with physio she gained the strength to stand and was able to go home to her family.

12.01.2022 September is #AnimalPainAwarenessMonth. Do you know what signs to look for? Our pets may not be able to tell us with words but here is a handy checklist of physical symptoms that can alert us so you can turn into

11.01.2022 A reminder to take any rubbish with you when visiting our beautiful waterways. We recently had a 13.3kg sea turtle come into our Tanawha hospital, after it was found by kayakers floating in the Maroochy River and unable to swim, submerge or dive. The turtle was very weak and puffy and is believed to most likely to have swallowed some plastic. On arrival Dr Bree, Nurse Kay and Nurse Amanda performed an examination to ensure there were no external injuries. The team continued care until the turtle could be transported to Sea Life Mooloolaba for on-going care.

10.01.2022 What has Animal Emergency Services and Bondi Vet Dr Gerardo found in this pups ear? Could it be a spider?!

09.01.2022 Is your fur baby a water baby?

09.01.2022 "Nothing to see here, just grooming myself before my procedure!" Happy #InternationalCatDay to all our feline friends

09.01.2022 Thank you for your feedback Jennifer We would love to hear how you and your pet liked your last visit. Please take a moment to tell us (and others) what you think - we always strive to improve our service. By writing a quick review you could help other pet owners find us in the face of an emergency.... Review us on Facebook: https://hubs.ly/H0t7W-l0 Review us on Google: https://hubs.ly/H0t81st0

08.01.2022 #NationalWildlifeDay Thank you to all the kind and caring people who stop for our injured wildlife and bring them to us so we can help. Thank you! Look how amazing little Scotty is doing now! Scotty came into our hospital after a good samaritan found him cold and wet on the ground in local bushland, most likely having fallen out of his mums pouch.

08.01.2022 Whos ready for a long weekend? We sure are! Our Underwood hospital will be open 24 hours over the Ekka long weekend.

08.01.2022 Do you know how to read your pup’s body language? Here is our basic guide. Keep reading to learn more about dogs' body language and how to approach dogs safely > https://hubs.la/H0B7M390

07.01.2022 Meet little Scotty, the tiny koala joey who was found on the ground in local bushland freezing cold and was rushed to us by a good samaritan. We're happy to report that almost 6 months later Scotty has well and truly recovered and is getting up to mischief with a few other orphan koala friends.

07.01.2022 Its World Emoji Day! We meet many personalities in our hospital Tell us, which emoji are you today?

06.01.2022 #NationalLostPetPreventionMonth It is a very traumatic and heartbreaking experience to find your furry friend has gone missing, and its hard to know where to start in finding them. Here are our top tips to help in finding your pet. For further information, including more tips and important contact details for microchip companies and animal shelters, visit > https://hubs.ly/H0sSR8n0 Start searching immediately and call on family and friends to help... Make sure your pets microchip has up-to-date contact details Reach out to councils, shelters and vet clinics to see if your pet has found their way there Make lost posters and add them to community noticeboards and do a letterbox drop Use social media, post on your own Facebook page and on lost pet groups found on Facebook Keep searching, pets have been known to turn up months after going missing See more

06.01.2022 Meet beautiful Ollie, a 12-week-old Boxer. Ollie was enjoying an afternoon of fun, playing with his neighbours kids and being fed treats when he started to choke on one of the treats. Ollies hoomans quickly tried to dislodge the treat, however, Ollie continued to choke. Jumping in the car to go to our Tanawha hospital, Ollies breathing became laboured and his hoomans had to start performing CPR. When Ollie arrived at our hospital he was in severe respiratory distress and r...equired immediate intubation. Upon examination, Ollie had developed an obstructive pulmonary oedema a complication with chocking where Ollies lungs had filled with fluid. Obstructive pulmonary oedema is an acute medical emergency which requires intensive care but can be resolved. Ollie needed to be placed on mechanical ventilation to keep his lungs open. After just under 24 hours Ollie had improved immensely and was able to be gradually weaned from the ventilator and onto nasal oxygen support. Ollie continued to improve in leaps and bounds, and after 36 hours with us, he had improved enough to go home to his very relieved hoomans.

06.01.2022 Do you know the signs and symptoms of tick paralysis? To find out everything you need to know about tick paralysis, including signs and symptoms, treatment, and prevention, visit > https://hubs.ly/H0vlVSm0

05.01.2022 Break out the treats and puppy pampering, its #SpoilYourDogDay! How will you spoil your dog today? What is the most extravagant thing youve done for your pooch?

05.01.2022 Are you prepared for an emergency over this Christmas? How to prepare: Know the phone numbers of your primary vet, closest vet clinic, closest emergency hospital, and pet ambulance Know the addresses of your primary vet, closest vet clinic, and closest emergency hospital... Not all vet clinics have an attending vet at the time they open find out the starting time for your primary vet Download our ‘Vital Signs Observation List’ of what to monitor for when your pet becomes unwell: https://hubs.la/H0Bl_rK0 See more

04.01.2022 While there are a number of reasons why dogs may attack other dogs or humans, the more common reasons why are from their natural instincts, including: Territorial behaviour towards objects, spaces, people, and/or food Fear of other humans, objects, spaces, people The presence of trauma leading to anxiety and fear in dogs Noise and unusual human/animal activity within the household... An animal who is in pain from injury, illness, or disease Keep reading to learn more about why dogs may attack > https://hubs.ly/H0BgK5F0

04.01.2022 Its been said laughter is the best medicine, so on #NationalTellAJokeDay were sharing our favourite pet jokes. Do you know a good pet joke? Share it below.

04.01.2022 While its tick season all year round, our clinics are starting to see an increase in cases. Is your furry friends tick prevention up-to-date? Tick paralysis is the largest killer of pets in South-East Queensland and is the most preventable death in dogs and cats. Find out everything you need to know about ticks: what they are, signs and symptoms to look out for, and how to treat tick paralysis, plus download the Tick Paralysis chapter of our First Aid Book > https://hubs.ly/H0tnBvJ0

04.01.2022 Meet the adventurous Duke. Duke was bought into our Tanawha hospital by a lovely family who thought he might be lost. We scanned Duke for his microchip and luckily we were able to contact his owners as their details were up to date. His worried family were excited to hear from us as he had been missing for eight weeks. It turned out Duke went on an adventure, traveling quite a distance through the bush and couldnt find his way home! Duke was super happy to go home with his h...oomans, plus he had a new furry puppy brother to meet. Is your pets microchip details up to date? Also, next time you visit the vet its a good idea to ask them to scan the microchip to ensure its working correctly. For more info on microchips > https://hubs.ly/H0sDRtL0 #NationalLostPetPreventionMonth

04.01.2022 Pet owners are being warned its peak season for paralysis ticks. Dr Rob spoke to 7NEWS Brisbane about how you can keep your pet safe from this small but deadly parasite, with daily coat checks being a must but prevention is key.

03.01.2022 Tell us, if you had to name your pet after the last thing you ate, what would their name be?

03.01.2022 Smile, it's #NationalPetDentalHealthMonth! Show us your pearly whites! We'd love to see a pic of your furry friend smiling! Dental disease is one of the most common health problems our pets face, and left untreated can lead to serious health problems. ... Signs of dental disease in dogs and cats to be on the lookout for are: Teeth covered in tartar Bad breath Loose or discoloured teeth Discomfort when touched in the mouth area Pawing at the mouth Drooling or dropping food Bleeding from the mouth Loss of appetite or weight loss

03.01.2022 It’s the final week of our Pawsome Giveaway! We’re celebrating the festive season by teaming up with our favourite pet brands for a Pawsome Giveaway. There are over $3,000 in prizes to be won this month, with prizes up for grabs each week! This week’s prizes are:... The perfect duo to treat your fur baby from The Base Collective. Their Pet Wellness Wash and Spray Bundle are a naturally derived combination of wellness and tension relief, while restoring shine to your pet’s coat, valued at $33 Your pooch will be one stylish pooch with a $50 voucher to spend on Dizzy Dog Collars' high quality, and completely unique yet practical handmade accessories Make cleaning up after your furry friend easy with Good Scruff's The Pet Essentials Kit uncomplicated pet stain and odour cleaning products that actually work, with no added nasties or other tricky stuff! Includes Stain & Odour Remover 500ml, Urine & Odour Destroyer 500ml, Toy & Bowl Sanitiser 500ml, and Floor Cleaner & Deodoriser 1L Go on a shopping spree with a $100 gift voucher from VetShopAustralia.com.au, choose from toys, accessories, food, grooming products and much, much more Developed by vets and inspired by nature, PAW by Blackmores is giving one lucky pooch a Skin Prize Pack which includes PAW NutriDerm Replenishing Shampoo 200ml, PAW NutriDerm Replenishing Conditioner 200ml, and PAW MediDerm Gentle Medicated Shampoo 200ml, valued at $72.85 Your pooch will look fabulous and will be the envy of all pooches in Lux Pets' Aspen Dog Harness, and a Cloud Blue Plaited Dog Collar and matching Leash, valued at $170 Keep your feline friend protected with 12 months of Bravecto AU, either Bravecto Plus for Cats or Bravecto Spot-on for Cats it’s your choice! Treat your furry friend to a goodie bag from Royal Canin, plus a bag of Royal Canin food for one pet at home, the value is priceless Join Boss and Boo's bright, bold, fun, stylish world with their Beige Waterproof Lead, this will definitely have your pooch ready to go on walkies, valued at $39.95 To enter: To enter, tell us which prize you’d like to win and why via Facebook Messenger before 11am AEST 29/12/20 Only open to Australian residents, 18+ years T&Cs apply: https://bit.ly/PawsomeTCs Don’t forget to follow us and the prize account you want to win. Tag another pet parent as well to spread the joy.

02.01.2022 Keeping your pets away from snakes can be difficult, as you won’t always be home to monitor them. The most important note in protecting your pets from snakes is to attempt to minimise their known habitats Here are our top tips on how to protect your dog from snakes. Keep scrubby and bushy areas cleared and pruned Mow your lawns, as snakes hide in long grasses which can also make them difficult to see Remove potential food sources that bring in rodents, as rodents are to...p food sources for snakes Find out everything you need to know about snakes and snake bites, including signs and symptoms, and treatment - plus download the Snake Bites chapter of our First Aid Book for free > https://hubs.la/H0z1RLg0

02.01.2022 Did you know that sunburn isn’t just a human problem? Does your furry friend like to laze in sunbeams or be out and about in the summer sun? Like us, even they can get sunburned. Their noses, ears and stomachs are the most likely places to become burnt. And pets with thin coats or white fur are also more at risk to the sun’s rays than others. If your furry friend loves time in the sun, to prevent a nasty case of sunburn, as well as limiting the amount of time in the sun and sun-safe clothing, pet sunscreen is a good idea to invest in.

01.01.2022 Does your pet know a great trick? Show us what they can do!

01.01.2022 When you still manage to look regal with a cone!