Animal Referral Hospital Brisbane in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Medical centre

Animal Referral Hospital Brisbane

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3172 0593

Address: 532 Seventeen Mile Rocks Rd Sinnamon Park 4073 Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Website: http://arhvets.com.au/brisbane

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25.01.2022 Do you know the best way to treat your pet´s burn in an emergency? Read on for our advice... https://arhvets.com.au/brisbane/first-aid-for-burns

21.01.2022 This gorgeous little 13 week old kitten was accidentally stepped on by a family friend. Because of his age and size, he sustained a fracture of his growth plate and tore some ligaments in his knee. Our specialist surgeon, Dr Lance, repaired his fracture with tiny little wires, a screw and a washer, and stitched his ligaments back together. If you are going to sustain an injury like this, the younger the better since the healing is so much quicker. Zuko is doing really well and shouldn´t have any long term effects from his injuries.

21.01.2022 Sometimes it´s the little changes that give the biggest medical clues For Coke, it was coughing and wheezing on and off over many months, which increased in frequency to twice weekly for two months, twice a week. Although Coke´s appetite had been normal and she would still run around and play, her owners had a hunch something was up. X-rays from Coke´s local vet showed a suspicious area in her lungs and there was concern that there was either a cancer originating in the lu...ng or some walled off foreign material, such as a grass seed, in one of her lung lobes. Our internal medicine specialist, Dr Elizabeth, took a CT of Coke´s chest to assess the mass and its suitability for surgery. This confirmed the mass seemed localised to the lung fields and we recommended a lung lobectomy surgery. Our specialist oncologist, Dr Maurine, operated to remove Coke´s affected lung lobe with Dr Brenda coming in to help with the anaesthesia of this elderly patient. Coke coped very well with the surgery and was able to go home two days later. The pathology showed that the resected lung lobe contained a bronchogenic carcinoma, a cancer that had originated from the bronchi. Although this cancer commonly spreads within the lung and to regional lymph nodes, in Coke´s case the entire carcinoma seems to have been removed. Coke did well and here she is back for her recheck two weeks after surgery doing well and no longer coughing.

19.01.2022 Can dogs eat nuts? In general, we advise against giving your dogs nuts they are high in fat, which can cause gastrointestinal upset. Nuts in shells can also damage the gastrointestinal tract when swallowed. However, there is one nut that is a definite NO, and that is the macadamia nut. This nut it highly toxic to dogs, even in small amounts. Dogs are the only animal known to be affected by macadamia nut toxicosis and as little as one nut per kilogram of a dog’s body weight ...is enough to cause problems. Scientists don’t yet know why macadamia nuts are toxic to some dogs and not others. They can also be toxic to a dog who has previously eaten macadamia nuts and been fine. The advice therefore is to keep your dogs well away from these tasty little morsels. Signs to look out for include weakness, sedative effects, vomiting, wobbly gait, tremors or elevated body temperature. Symptoms typically develop on the day of the nut ingestion. There is no antidote to the nuts but the good news is that, with appropriate treatment, dogs will typically recover in 1-2 days.

19.01.2022 Chippy came to ARH eight weeks ago when she was struggling to walk and lethargic... her owner knew things were serious when she wasn’t rushing to her dinner! Dr Jarrod diagnosed her with IVDD and performed surgery. Chippy had her first physio session with our resident physiotherapist, Sally, while she was in hospital. Taking home a dog recovering from surgery can be a stressful time for owners, so Sally set Chippy up with a home program.... Chippy then attended physiotherapy regularly during her recovery and has done very well. Sally is available for physiotherapy appointments at ARH on Tuesdays and Fridays.

17.01.2022 Dogs and cats use their sniffers to investigate their surroundings, so bee and wasp stings are common in the summer months. In most cases, a sting causes a mild reaction with swelling localised to the site of the sting. You might also see your pet pawing at the sting site as it can get quite sore and itchy. In some cases, however, a pet can have a severe reaction to a sting which can cause its airways to close and your pet to be deprived of air. In these severe cases the st...ing doesn’t have to be near the face for this to happen. Signs your pet might be having a severe reaction to a sting include: Swelling at the site of the sting Drooling Vomiting Pain at the site of the sting Itchiness at the site of the bite or over the whole body Pawing at the mouth Difficulty breathing Collapse First aid If you can find the stinger remove it by scraping a piece of cardboard across the site of the bite. This will help stop the spread of the toxin into your pet’s blood stream. It’s important not to use a pair of tweezers as this can cause more venom to spread by pushing the stinger further in. Apply a cool face washer or wash the area with cool water. Alternatively, a cold pack to the site can help reduce the swelling if the animal tolerates this. Keep your pet quiet to prevent further spreading of the toxins around its body. If your pet is scratching and pawing at the site and you have a head cone at home, use it until the irritation settles. Keep an eye on your pet for worsening symptoms. If your pet collapses or there is any swelling around the face or throat, trouble breathing, pale gums or pain, we advise you see a vet immediately as severe cases can worsen quickly. Bees are a vital part of our environment and as such we would never encourage you to rid your yard of bees. You may however choose to section off any areas with flowers to try and prevent your pet from coming in contact with bees. If you are taking them for a walk also steer clear of areas with flowers.

17.01.2022 If you live in SE Queensland, you are probably seeing a snake or two around at the moment. The most common snake bite we see in pets is from the eastern brown snake. These snakes are poisonous, and pets often have limited time for effective treatment after a bite. It is common for pets to collapse immediately after being bitten by a snake and then improve and start moving around. This doesn’t mean they are ok and their condition will usually deteriorate 1 to 48 hours after ...the bite. Bites are usually inflicted on or around the head, neck and front legs and it is often difficult to find the bite mark. Symptoms can include dilated pupils, weakness in limbs, collapse, trembling, drooling, pale gums, pacing anxiously, vomiting, panting and paralysis. First aid A snake bite is an emergency situation and the sooner your pet receives medical treatment the better. If you suspect your pet may have been bitten by a snake these steps should be followed: Don’t try to catch the snake. Snakes can still bite you hours after dying. Take a photo (from a safe distance) or remember the markings on the snake as this will assist with treatment. Keep your pet calm and quiet. Carry your pet to the car. Do not allow your pet to walk if you can help it. Don’t offer them any water or food. Transport your pet to your vet immediately, or if it is after hours, to an emergency vet hospital. If you have any other pets who may have come in contact with the snake, bring them in for checking, even if they appear normal. Being inquisitive creatures dogs and cats often receive snake bites due to their hunting and chasing instincts. We advise avoiding walks in long grassy areas and not allowing your pets to explore holes or dig under rocks.

16.01.2022 10 signs your pet is NOT into Christmas It´s the silly season. There are parties, catch-ups, holidays, more work, less work and often a big change to the status quo at home. It can be hard to keep an eye on our pets during this time, which means they often get into things they shouldn´t, end up in fights, overheat or suffer from anxiety. Then add in that it´s snake, tick and toad season and we are seeing a lot of visits to our emergency hospital.... It´s important to check-in with your pet regularly over this period, and when you do, look out for these signs that they are getting anxious or not feeling well: Hiding or escaping Vomiting and diarrhoea Increased vocalisation Trembling or pacing Panting or drooling Loss of appetite, or increased appetite Excessive drinking or urination Clingy behavior Increased lethargy Noticeable pain Like we always say, you know your pet best. If you notice anything different in their behavior, get in touch with your regular vet, or an emergency hospital outside of vet hours. This is not an exhaustive list, so if you are concerned it´s best to get checked out.

16.01.2022 This is not really something we wanted to know about, but interesting nonetheless. Researchers have found that dog brains show similar levels of activity when shown the back of a dog or person’s head compared to a dog or human face...meaning their brains aren´t designed to read emotions and identify from faces. https://www.smithsonianmag.com//dog-brains-dont-appear-pa/

15.01.2022 So much love for our partners and their wonderful sense of humor...this was our first try at recording a Christmas message. We´ll try again next week!

14.01.2022 Who knows what our visiting anaesthetist is holding? And what's it's used for? We love it when Brenda comes to visit. This week she was helping out with an older dog who was at a greater risk from a much needed anaesthetic.

12.01.2022 This sweet Daxie is an icon in Dalby, ´working´ at the town library alongside his Mum, Janette. He´s so special, he even has a book written about him. Trevor does outreach work with Janette, visiting schools, encouraging reading with special needs children and in December he is scheduled to visit Tara and Chinchilla for story park walks in which his book will be featured. So when Trevor was hit by a car, it was all hands on deck to make sure this special little guy got bac...k on his feet as quickly as possible. Trevor´s regular vet made sure his condition was stable, then transferred him to ARH to see our specialist surgeon, Dr Jarrod. Jarrod performed a femoral fracture repair, using two paired sets of Kirschner wires. Trevor was with us for three days, and then able to return home to recover with his people. He was in last week and his post op x-rays show he has healed nicely.and we hear he is back playing ´Chief welcomer´ at the Dalby Town Library again!

11.01.2022 Gesundheit Deevo! Deevo had been sneezing for three weeks, and developed nasal discharge, when he came to see our internal medicine specialist, Dr Liz. There are many reasons a pet can start sneezing, including allergic rhinitis, dental disease, foreign material lodged in the nasal passages, fungal infections and cancer in the nose. If they develop a bacterial infection as well, this can complicate matters as the infection will respond to antibioctics, but then recur soon a...fter if there is an underlying problem. Under anaesthesia, Deevo had a CT of his head and a small flexible rhinoscope was used to examine his nasopharynx and both nasal passages. Saline was used to flush both nasal passages to dislodge any foreign material that may have triggered his sneezing and discharge and biopsies were taken for pathology. The CT showed changes consistent with mild inflammation in both nasal passages and the biopsies confirmed the inflammatory changes. Deevo was started on a long course of anti-inflammatory drugs and we´re happy to say has had no more sneezing!

11.01.2022 Pet First Aid Kit Whether you are travelling five minutes or two hours from home, it is worthwhile having a well stocked pet first aid kit at hand for any emergency treatment required. In most cases, you should still contact your vet to see if you need to make an emergency visit, however, your vet may ask you to perform some immediate first aid before your visit.... Items useful in a first aid kit include: Leash and muzzle/cotton cloth to prevent your pet from biting Disposable gloves Antiseptic wipes Cotton balls or swabs A range of gauze items: absorbent pads, sterile pads and rolls (bandages) Self-cling bandage that won´t stick to your pet´s fur Splint Adhesive tape Blanket (ideally a shock blanket) Instant ice pack Scissors and tweezers Towels Thermometer and lubricant Saline solution Antibiotic ointment Water and treats If you are going on an extended holiday, make sure you take any back-up medications for your pet and make a note of your local vet/emergency hospital details in case you need help.

11.01.2022 Look at what Dr Jarrod removed from Charlie's mouth! Charlie came to ARH for investigation into his seizures. We did a MRI, and incidentally found a stick wedged between his jaw and skull. This wasn´t the cause of his seizures, however needed to be removed quickly as it was located quite close to the skull. ... Here is our specialist surgeon, Dr Jarrod, performing the task. His owners could remember him playing with a stick recently and he had seemed reluctant to open his mouth and play since. Charlie is doing really well since having the stick removed and he´s also started treatment for his seizures.

08.01.2022 Two little pups, too little for surgery... Both Olaf and Venice came to ARH with fractures to their tiny limbs. Weighing in at 840g and 1.4kg respectively, surgical stabilisation was out of the question due to the unavailability of implants to fit their tiny bones. Both dogs had been playing a little roughly at home and had fractured all of the metacarpal bones in one of their front legs. Dr Lance anaesthetised Olaf and Venice and manually reduced the fractures into normal ...alignment and put on a splint and bandage to immobilise the fractures. They were advised to rest at home and we checked their bandages weekly until they were able to be removed. Given their young age, Olaf and Venice healed perfectly and both are back to being happy, cheeky pups.

07.01.2022 Fergus cuddles while working...#BestJobInTheWorld

02.01.2022 It´s that time of year again...BBQs, soirees and a trip to the emergency vet! Here´s a list of some of the worst culprits when it comes to food and pet toxin ingestions. We hope you and your pets all stay safe this festive season.