Brisbane Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Service in Albany Creek, Queensland, Australia | Hospital

Brisbane Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Service

Locality: Albany Creek, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3264 9400

Address: 53 Old Northern Rd 4035 Albany Creek, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.bveccs.com.au/

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25.01.2022 SOCK-CESS! Charlie thought he deserved a gift this Valentines Day...he ate an ankle sock whole! This is the type of thing that can result in surgery, so everyone was relieved when it was sock-cessfully brought up by making Charlie vomit. Have a wonderful day everyone

25.01.2022 Reminder to treat your pet with a tick preventative! Ticks have started. There are some excellent, reliable products that have come out in the past couple of years to keep these nasty creatures off your pets. Cats now also have products registered to cover for paralysis ticks. Ask your regular vet about the best product in your area!

25.01.2022 Snakes still around! Surprising to see snakes when the weather is so cold. This happened on a sunny weekend morning - family went out for a horse ride with their little jack russell terrier when they realised hed had a run in with a snake. Turned out to be a very large red belly black snake taking advantage of the winter sun (deceased when found and brought in to confirm ID). The little dog received multiple vials of antivenom and was discharged the next day. An amazi...ng recovery! Terriers are the most common breed we treat for snake envenomations. It was not this little guys first treatment either (previously treated for brown snake bite). In this situation, keep calm and seek immediate veterinary attention. Contact a reputable snake catcher if the snake is still alive.

25.01.2022 While the rain has been amazing, it has brought out some creepy crawlies! Weve seen an increase in tick paralysis cases again. Reminder to check your pets. Regularly reapply tick prevention - no product is 100% so we still recommend walking your fingers through their coat daily. Signs of tick paralysis include;... * change in bark/meow * wobbly gait or weakness * retching or vomiting * effort with breathing If you are worried about anything, give us a call on 3264 9400.

25.01.2022 Oh Macey, what a big tongue you have ....all the better to lick you with! Anyone want to guess what brought Macey in to the emergency clinic?... Note: Macey came to us through Bull Arab Rescue Australia Ltd. Please head over to their page to keep up with news or help out any of her friends!

24.01.2022 OPEN CHRISTMAS Dont stress, BVECCS is open the entire Christmas and New Year period, should you run into any problems with your furry family. Keep everyone cool and be sensible with any human food treats.... We wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season

22.01.2022 Here at BVECCS we understand many people are feeling unsure during this challenging time. We want to reassure you that we are still open to treat your furry family. We have updated our protocols to keep everyone safe. If you should have any questions or your pet requires treatment, please do not hesitate to call us.

21.01.2022 R U OK? Its national R U OK? day. This is extremely important in the veterinary industry, where we are 3.5 times more likely to die by suicide. This is a multifactorial problem, but you can help from the other side of the desk. Be kind, be understanding, help us to help you. ... If you or someone you know may be contemplating suicide, seek out a mental health professional or call Lifeline 24/7 crisis line on 13 11 14.

20.01.2022 Its a cuddle puddle of puppies Willow is doing a great job for a young first time mum. She had 7 pups at home before running into trouble. There was one stuck in her birth canal and he wasnt going anywhere. She went in for emergency Caesarian and had 8 more puppies in there! Unfortunately one didnt make it, but shes doing an amazing job feeding and caring for her 14 new babies. One of the biggest litters weve seen in a while!

20.01.2022 If you or anyone in your household is unwell with flu-like symptoms OR have tested positive to Covid-19, we will still see your pet. We have protocols in place for these situations. Please be aware, in order to keep everyone safe during this time, its imperative you disclose this information to us. ... We hope youre all enjoying the quality time at home with your pets . #bveccs #emergencyvet #emergencyandcriticalcare #ecc #vets #allcreaturesgreatandsmall

19.01.2022 Spike bit off more than he could chew! Hed been trying to swallow his last insect meal for a couple of hours, but remained really uncomfortable. He had to have the enormous grasshopper removed from his oesophagus at emergency. He went home feeling much better! Isnt he stunning?

18.01.2022 Caption these two cuties.... #bveccs #emergencyvet #emergencyandcriticalcare #ecc #vets #vetnurse #vettech #albanycreek #dogsofinstagram #puppylove

18.01.2022 Little Sophie got herself in a sticky situation this morning. She presented with a shoe almost as big as herself stuck to her face! The laces had become tangled and wound tight around her lower jaw. It was so tight that the laces were not easily cut and her jaw was swollen. She required a brief sedation to detach her and some pain relief. She looks pretty pleased to be rid of it!

17.01.2022 Tonsillitis is not just in humans! Paddington has had recurrent episodes of ptyalism (drooling) and difficulty swallowing. On examination under anaesthetic both of his tonsils were large and inflamed. There was no obvious dental changes, wounds or foreign bodies (he chews sticks). He has responded to antibiotics in the past, so he has started a course of antibiotics again. A swab of his tonsils has been sent for microbial culture. ... Tonsillitis is not common in our canine companions. It is most commonly caused by local infection. We will see what the swab grows and in the meantime hope that Paddington is feeling much better!

17.01.2022 One of these things does not belong. Can you spot it on the x-ray? What do you think this puppy might have swallowed? Edit: Answer in next post!

15.01.2022 Excellent advice from Sunshine Coast Snake Catchers 24/7 during a busy snake season

15.01.2022 Some great guesses yesterday! Peter was brought in because he had chewed a hearing aid. Radiographs confirmed that he had swallowed the battery. Batteries can be extremely dangerous because they leak caustic chemicals and can perforated the stomach or intestines. He managed to vomit the hearing aid battery up, undamaged, along with the top of a safety pin. No one is sure when or where he ate the safety pin! The rest of the safety pin is not in his body as it is also metal a...nd would show up on radiographs. Peter did very well and went home afterwards.

14.01.2022 Pet Toy Dangers Jolie loves chewing her ball all day long! One Saturday morning, while she was enjoying a good chew, her ball became well and truly wedged on her bottom jaw, trapping her tongue behind the ball. Jolie soon became distressed. As she was unable to pant properly, her temperature started to rise, adding to her distress. Luckily her owners were around and lived close by to us.... With a little sedation to help, we were able to manuever the ball out of Jolies mouth. She was cooled down and within the hour it was as if nothing had happened! This ball in particular, was made up of a few layers, which is how it became lodged in Jolies jaw. Had her owners not been present, she would have been in serious trouble. These types of balls are best suited for dogs when supervised. If you do need to go out, we recommend you do not leave your dog with this type of toy. . . . . . #bveccs #emergencyvet #emergencyandcriticalcare #ecc #vets #vetnurse #vettech #albanycreek #dogsofinstagram #dog #cattledog #cattledogsofinstagram #petsofinstagram #allcreaturesgreatandsmall @ Brisbane Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Service

13.01.2022 Macey was stung by a bee! We are seeing many cases of allergic reactions now that it is spring Such an unusual presentation, with her enormous swollen tongue that was affecting her ability to breathe and swallow. On examination of Macey's mouth, the stinger was still present in her tongue! She responded really well to removal of stinger, anti-histamines and corticosteroids. ... Not all cases of bee sting are treated so easily. Anaphylaxis is a severe generalised allergic response, often to stinging insects. We see it in both dogs and cats. It is life threatening. Signs include; * sudden collapse * pale gums * vomiting * diarrhoea If you think your pet has been stung, or is showing unusual signs like those listed above, then have them seen immediately. Anaphylaxis causes a cascade of changes in the body that include poor blood pressure, clotting disorders and biochemical changes that require emergency care and hospitalisation. Macey was lucky. She did very well and her tongue fit back in her mouth by the time she went home (though she was very happy to share a lick to say thank you ). Note: Macey came to us through Bull Arab Rescue Australia Ltd. Please head over to their page to keep up with news or help out any of her friends

12.01.2022 Like all puppies, Myrtle got up to mischief while mum and dad were out. She is only 9 weeks old, so she was safely crated while she was alone...or so they thought. Unfortunately she managed to reach the end of a set of headphones resting nearby and chewed the plug off the end! Radiographs confirmed that she had swallowed the metal component. We tried making her vomit, and despite bringing up all of her dinner the plug stubbornly refused to come up. It eventually had to be re...trieved surgically. Myrtle recovered incredibly quickly. She was up and eating within a few hours. After lots and lots of cuddles she was discharged home. Were hoping shes learned not to chew things...positive thinking!

12.01.2022 Hugs are all part of the job #bveccs #emergencyvet #emergencyandcriticalcare #ecc #vets #vetnurse #vettech

11.01.2022 With the social distancing rules currently in place, we thought it might be timely to give some advice for managing the early signs of toad toxicity at home. The earlier you can start this first aid, the better the outcome. Dr Nik and star patient Ruff discuss how to wash the gums safely at home. If signs progress while you are doing this first aid then head in to your closest emergency clinic.

10.01.2022 Thank you so much to Steven for coming out so quickly, and for taking care of this little guy. Whether you need an ID or a relocation, thoroughly recommend Brisbane North Snake Catchers and Relocation!

10.01.2022 The world is a big place when you are only 2kg! Little Princess (Prinny) fell off a chair. She was rushed to emergency unconscious and barely breathing. She had suffered head trauma. Prinny had emergency stabilisation aimed at reducing swelling in her brain. Fortunately she responded well. Prinny was incredibly lucky to be discharged home the next day, feeling more herself.

09.01.2022 Oreo is a cheeky kitten who visited us this week and won our hearts He is only 6 months old and lives strictly indoors. You wouldnt think he could get into much trouble. He was brought in because hed started vomiting. He was found to have abdominal pain and a large firm stomach. In young curious animals we start to wonder what theyve eaten. After radiographs confirmed foreign material in Oreos stomach, he had a late night exploratory surgery. It turned out to be a case... of what HADNT Oreo eaten - there was pieces of fake plant, tags from clothes, string, hair and other miscellaneous pieces of plastic. Individually, the items were not a problem, but they became tangled into a ball that filled his tiny stomach. Were not sure where hed been fitting his food! Oreo recovered incredibly well from surgery. He was rolling on his back for smooches and chewing on his IV line by morning, so he went home to his very relieved family. The fake plant is gone and Oreo is being watched very closely!

08.01.2022 Pearl came to visit us last night. She chewed a nearly full bottle of garlic tablets - we dont know how many she actually ate but could have been up to 80! Garlic, particularly in powdered concentrated form, causes anaemia. Pearl presented within 15 minutes, so we made her vomit and then gave activated charcoal. She ate the activated charcoal so well! Usually we have to syringe it in and it makes an enormous mess. Pearl eagerly ate the entire amount (see video in comments). Pearl will be rechecked over the next couple of days for any anaemia developing but we hope she has a smooth recovery.

08.01.2022 Double Trouble! This is a breed we dont see very often. Then 2 siblings turn up on the same night, for completely unrelated issues. Do you know what breed Spooks and Orla are??

08.01.2022 If theres one emergency that strikes fear into owners and vets alike, its bloat. Gastric Dilatation & Volvulus (GDV), otherwise known as bloat or gastric torsion, is a surgical emergency. The stomach flips on its longitudinal axis and fills with air. The air cannot escape. The massively distended stomach causes cardiovascular instability (high heart rate, low blood pressure, shock), as well as compromising the blood supply to the stomach wall and the spleen. Without int...ervention, the patient will invariably die. The treatment includes emergency surgery to derotate the stomach and permanently attach it to the abdominal wall, in a procedure known as a gastropexy. Sometimes we have to remove portions of the stomach wall that no longer have blood supply, or even remove the spleen. Bloat occurs most frequently in large deep-chested breeds of dog - german shepherds, great danes and standard poodles are highly represented. The image below comes from a very unusual breed though, a dachshund! The signs to watch out for include unproductive retching (trying to vomit) and abdominal distension. Bloat will occur most frequently in the few hours after eating. Certain risk factors beyond breed have been identified; eating one large meal per day, eating excessively quickly and exercising after eating. Dogs with inflammatory bowel disease are also predisposed. If any of these risk factors apply to your pet then be very aware of the signs of bloat, adjust feeding regimes to reduce the risk (e.g. several smaller meals rather than one large one) and consider having a prophylactic gastropexy (preventative surgery) performed in high risk breeds at the time of desexing. This is one emergency that cannot wait!

07.01.2022 Mischievous Luna up to no good LOL. Who can guess what breed she is?

05.01.2022 Keep your furry friends safe this New Years Eve. Fireworks will send many dogs into a panic. Make they are secured somewhere safe and quiet tonight. Also make sure they have identification on them should the worst happen and update your contact details with their microchip registry so you can be contacted if they escape. Have a happy and safe evening, and wishing you a wonderful new year from all of us here at BVECCS!

05.01.2022 Peter is an adventurous big rotti pup, who still likes to explore the world with his mouth. Any guesses what he has eaten? (Edit: answer in next post )

05.01.2022 HOT WEATHER WARNING Dogs cant sweat to cool down. They are at high risk of overheating in hot weather. Its up to us to take extra care of them to keep them safe. * Dont do any unnecessary activity, even walking, when it is hot... * Have plenty of cold fresh water available. Try adding ice cubes to drinking bowls * Go for a swim together * Stay inside, with a fan or air conditioning * Never EVER leave them in a car, even for a few minutes, even with the windows down! * Be especially vigilant if you have a brachycephalic (short-nosed) breed as they are especially prone to overheating. A good indicator is if they snore, their airflow is not 100%. This includes unexpected breeds like Staffies, mastiffs, etc. The signs of heat stroke to watch for include collapse, excessive panting and salivation, red/injected gums. If you see these signs start cooling your dog immediately with cool water and get them veterinary attention ASAP. Heat stroke can kill! Be Safe!

05.01.2022 Pet owners with young children As if parents didnt have enough things to watch out for when it comes to their children and pets! One night, Pepsis owner was trying to figure out why Pepsi was licking his tail so much. She was then subsequently told by her young daughter that she had, in fact, placed a hair tie on Pepsis tail a few days earlier. ... On examination, a black hair tie was removed from the base of the tail. Below where the hair tie had been, was red, inflamed skin. The tail was swollen and tender to touch. Luckily, the hair tie had not cut off blood supply to the tail and only required clipping, cleaning and some soothing cream. Placing any sort of tie on appendages such as the tail, feet or ears for a prolonged period of time can cause the blood supply to be cut off from that area. In some instances, this can lead to the tissue around the area dying. In extreme circumstances, requiring surgical removal of the dead tissue or amputation. Pepsis sister was only bonding with her dog and trying to make him look pretty, but its a good example for Mums and Dads to keep an eye out for these situations. . . . . . #bveccs #emergencyvet #emergencyandcriticalcare #ecc #vets #vetnurse #vettech #albanycreek #dogsofinstagram #dog #petsofinstagram #allcreaturesgreatandsmall @ Brisbane Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Service

04.01.2022 CHECK YOUR PETS It has been a BIG weekend for paralysis ticks at BVECCS. Candy escaped her yard a few days prior and returned home with several uninvited guests. TWENTY ONE (21!) ticks were found in total, demonstrating why we clip even short haired breeds in our searches! ... She was treated with tick antiserum and made a full recovery. Just one tick is enough to cause paralysis, so she is incredibly lucky to have been found in time! The recent sprinkle of rain has escalated tick cases enormously. Check your pets daily and regularly use a reputable tick preventative. PS that is a skin tag on her lip, not another tick :)

03.01.2022 Another critter enjoying this rain is Cane Toads We are getting LOTS of calls after curious pooches are getting too close to these introduced pests. Toads have... poison glands on their shoulders. Dogs are affected when that poison is absorbed through mucus membranes, usually the mouth but can also be squirted in the eyes. Clinical signs include; * Profuse salivation (even frothing) * Red gums * Vomiting * Flicking eyes (nystagmus) * Altered mentation * Rigid limbs * Progressing to seizures First Aid should be started immediately. Get a bowl of water and a face washer - moisten the cloth then wring out the excess water and wipe the gums repeatedly for at least 10 minutes, regularly rinsing and wringing out your cloth. It is a sticky toxin so needs to be wiped off. NEVER EVER use running water (like a hose or tap) as water will go down into the lungs and result in drowning! If your pet is deteriorating then get to the emergency clinic ASAP. Keep them upright in the car (not in a cradled lying down position), with your passenger continuing to wipe the gums. Prompt decontamination usually has a good prognosis in toad toxicity cases. Sometimes we have to admit patients for seizure management. The most serious cases are ones that have aspirated (breathed in) either vomit or water. We are only a phone call away on 3264 9400 to walk you through the first aid process.

02.01.2022 Sometimes it is all about puppies Well earned rest for tired mum, Missy, and her cutie pies.

02.01.2022 Summer BBQ hazard Oxford could not help herself when she sniffed out the chicken skewers Mum and Dad had prepared. She ran off with one and gobbled it up before it could be taken away from her. Bbq skewers are very pointy and sharp. If they remain in the gastrointestinal tract, there is risk of it perforating the intestines and causing a whole heap of medical issues. ... With the help of an endoscope (camera with a light on the end) we were able to retrieve the skewer from the stomach. Oxford is very lucky. The skewer came up in two large pieces, that would have caused major issues if it was left to proceed through the intestinal tract. Be sure to keep a close eye on tasty kebabs at all times and dispose of the skewers afterwards. . . . . . #bveccs #emergencyvet #emergencyandcriticalcare #ecc #vets #vetnurse #vettech #albanycreek #dogsofinstagram #dog #petsofinstagram #allcreaturesgreatandsmall #italiangreyhound #italiangreyhoundsofinstagram

02.01.2022 Paralysis Ticks While it is commonly thought to be a summer parasite, Paralysis ticks are actually present all year round. They are less common during the cooler months, but, we do still see cases in the middle of winter.... Baxter came in to us on Tuesday night, with mild signs of tick paralysis. He was not the only case that night either. Luckily, his symptoms were caught early and he made a full recovery. We recommend year round tick prevention, because even though paralysis ticks are more common in the warmer months, they can still be around during our dry cooler months. . . . . . #bveccs #emergencyvet #emergencyandcriticalcare #ecc #vets #vetnurse #vettech #albanycreek #dogsofinstagram #dog #petsofinstagram #allcreaturesgreatandsmall

01.01.2022 Update on one of these things does not belong. We had some great guesses yesterday. It was a 20cm roo rib dog treat! Perrie swallowed it whole, and it was so long that it couldnt fit into her stomach - it is half in the stomach and half still in the oesophagus. It had to be retrieved via endoscope under anaesthetic. You wouldnt have known looking at Perrie. She had some retching immediately after it happened, but otherwise she was a bright, bouncy, normal looking puppy. She recovered very well and will no longer be getting bone treats!

01.01.2022 Thank you to the staff at Brisbane Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Service for their call last night for this beautiful male who was brought into them after being hit by a car. Roman is now at the wildlife hospital for treatment

01.01.2022 Who remembers Willow, the super mum with 14 puppies? They are all growing and doing amazingly well! Photo taken at home... We always appreciate updates :)