East Coast Veterinary Clinic in Saint Helens, Tasmania, Australia | Veterinary surgeon

East Coast Veterinary Clinic

Locality: Saint Helens, Tasmania, Australia

Phone: +61 3 6376 1577

Address: 67 Quail Street 7216 Saint Helens, TAS, Australia

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

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23.01.2022 Poor 'Moose' ate a blue bottle jellyfish at the beach and was rushed in by his quick thinking parents! He suffered a nasty reaction as he was being stung in the mouth and further internally, so after some much needed medication and tlc he was able to go home. We are happy to report he's okay and hopefully won't be munching on any jellies again!

23.01.2022 Wishing all of our wonderful clients, patients and supporters a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2021! It's been a crazy year and we just want to say THANK YOU for the support over the past 6 months! We look forward to what the next year brings and appreciate the opportunity. A big shout out to our wonderful nurses Jenna, Helen, Tracey and Helena for your help and ongoing support, you're all AMAZING! ... Much love, Dr Andrew, Anna and Alexis + all the furry ones

23.01.2022 Batten down the hatches, we are in for a wild one tomorrow. If it's unsafe for you to attend a routine appointment please give us a call and we'll reschedule for you! Take care everyone and make sure your animals have shelter and are safe from floods etc. *** Post courtesy of ABC Northern Tasmania... DAMAGING WINDS, HEAVY RAINFALL AND DAMAGING SURF - TASMANIA The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for HEAVY RAINFALL, which may lead to FLASH FLOODING, DAMAGING EAST to SOUTHEASTERLY WINDS and VERY HEAVY SURF. Locations which may be affected include Hobart, Whitemark, St Helens, Swansea, Bicheno and Orford during Wednesday afternoon to Thursday morning. FOR THE LATEST: https://bit.ly/3reHZ1s The Tasmania SES advises that people should: Supervise children closely. Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings. Manage pets and livestock. Secure outdoor items including furniture and play equipment. Be prepared in case of power outages and report any outages to TasNetworks on 132 004. Beware of damaged trees and power lines and take care when driving. Clear drains and gutters on premises prior to severe weather arriving. Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters. Surf Life Saving Tasmania advises no swimming in areas exposed to large surf. Listen to the ABC radio or check https://bit.ly/3rd2zPK for further advice. For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500.

23.01.2022 Beautiful Maggie the Springer Spaniel was rushed to us last week, as she was having trouble delivering her last two puppies. After successfully delivering a few herself, we needed to intervene with a c-section, so Dr Andrew, with the help of nurses Helen and Anna and Mum Bek, Maggie ended up with 5 healthy pups! We are pleased to hear shes a great mother and we know she has a wonderful family supporting her on this journey.

22.01.2022 Did you know female cats can reproduce from 4 months of age and male cats can get multiple females pregnant, from around 6 months of age? Here is Dr Andrew talking about the importance of kitten and cat desexing!

22.01.2022 Please be aware of the dog blitz starting next week in the Break O'Day area. Beaches will be heavily restricted for our canine friends to help protect shore birds on the beach. Parks and Wildlife will be monitoring the situation, so check out the zoning map below for more information.

21.01.2022 Tonight coming through Beaumaris we've spotted a Wallaby with an arrow lodged through it's head. It's still very mobile and we were unable to get a photo or assess it. It's not safe to catch it, so please don't attempt this. If anyone happens to see the Wallaby, please report ASAP to the DPIPWE Wildlife Management Branch 03 6165 4305 and the local police. Crossbow hunting is illegal and a serious act of animal cruelty, so if you know who is responsible please report them to the above authorities.

21.01.2022 Welcome to the new look East Coast Veterinary Clinic page! As many of you would know after more than 30 years of service to the East Coast of Tasmania, Dr Jeff is handing over the reins to Dr Andrew Byrne. We would like to sincerely thank Jeff for all of his help with the transition into the clinic, especially during the tricky Covid-19 emergency period. We wish him, Deb and Savanna all the best with their future plans.... Some handy information- our location, phone number and business hours all remain the same, with a 24/7 on call service. We have kept the same website and it is soon to undergo an upgrade. Our new email address is [email protected] We will introduce you to the team in the coming weeks, so feel free to pop in and say hello and please give us a like and share! - The ECVC team

21.01.2022 Dr Andrew had a great time meeting the crew at the Serpentarium Wildlife Park today! They are opening up again to the public on Saturday the 27th of June, check out their page for details https://www.facebook.com/664930327196117/posts/1133934336962378/

21.01.2022 Axel has found a home, thank you everyone for the shares! Urgent assisted rehoming Axel is still looking for a new home, if you think you can help please phone 63761577 or email [email protected].... Thank you See more

20.01.2022 Heres Patch and Polly enjoying puppy school at the clinic this morning! Puppy school is a fabulous training and socialization experience for these cuties and their owners. Lessons are every Saturday from 10-11am, (each puppy must have had at least their first vaccination and a worm treatment to participate) ... $15 per lesson or a discount for 7 lessons at $75 For any enquiries please phone the clinic on 63761577

20.01.2022 Little Maple came in for her vaccination today, what a cutie pie!

20.01.2022 Update, we are back up and running as of 3pm. Thanks for your patience everyone Hi all, We are currently experiencing a power outage due to the planned works on Quail St. This has also affected our phone lines and internet, if you have an EMERGENCY please phone 63761577 and follow the prompts to be diverted to a veterinarian.... If you have a routine phone enquiry or need to buy any of our retail products it's probably best to try later this afternoon, as we aren't sure how long we'll be affected. Thanks for your understanding

19.01.2022 Today we said an emotional goodbye to Bebe kitten, he's had his vet work and has gone off to a lovely new home! Thanks so much for taking him Candy, you two are the perfect match

19.01.2022 We are excited to now be selling Oh Crap dog poo bags! They are made from cornstarch, so are plastic free and 100% compostable and a much safer alternative to use at the beach etc. $9.99 for a recyclable pack of 60 bags #earthfriendly #compostable #plasticfree #doglife

18.01.2022 We have a couple of feline friends to introduce you to here at the clinic! On the left we have little Maximus (or Max for short). Hes a cheeky and rambunctious rescue kitten who just loves to know what is happening all the time! And on the right we have Brutus, whos a big smooth dude with cauliflower ears.... Brutus is a little shy but youll often find him sunning himself in various areas of the clinic! Hes also a rescue cat and is probably around 8 years of age. Dont be afraid to say hello to the boys when you pop by (they are masters at getting out of the way of dogs)

18.01.2022 SALE TIME! So we can order some fresh stock we are having a spring clean. If you purchase any retail item pictured, youll get a second for free!!! Bargain

17.01.2022 Today Mr and Mrs Rabbit, both Giant X, visited us for a health check and vaccination. They weigh more than 12kg combined! How gorgeous are they? Rabbit owners, please be aware that calici virus (rabbit hemorrhagic disease) has again recently been released in Tasmania, and while the vaccination (Cylap) does not cover the current virus (RHDV2), there are still ways to protect your buns! These include but are not limited to the following:... - It is still strongly recommended to have your rabbits vaccinated with Cylap against the RHDV1 & RHDV1- K5 type, at least every 6 months. - As parasites, insects and rodents can be vectors its best to flea treat your rabbits regularly and have insect and vermin proof mesh or netting on housing. - Limit any contact with wild rabbits - Keep hay stored away safely for 12months prior to use - Regular cleaning and decontamination of housing is important. There is a lot of info online about this, but check out the local welfare organizations, like the RSPCA for help with this. If you have sudden loss of rabbits for no apparent reason OR if they have symptoms such as lethargy, vocalization, appetite loss, convulsions and bleeding from the nose and/or elsewhere please contact us or your regular vet ASAP. For more information, see the DPIPWE website dpipwe.tas.gov.au/invasive-species

17.01.2022 Here's some adorable photos of Nurse Jenna's boys, Hunter and Lincoln helping with our orphan lamb 'Sarah'.

17.01.2022 Such a beautiful place to be, how lucky we are

16.01.2022 For our valued horse owners, Cornerstone Pet Crematorium will soon have a horse cremation service, on top of the already available small animal service. Watch this space

16.01.2022 Heres Nurse Anna getting to know Jack the Ostrich at Wackys Farm. Wackys are based in St Helens and are planning to open in the coming months. They have fantastic, spacious facilities and quite the array of amazing animals, so hopefully you can all visit soon! Ps. Anna is very camera shy, but youll see her around the place sometimes when shes up from town

15.01.2022 Well done to the Serpentarium Wildlife Park on taking out gold! These guys are well worth a visit if you're in the St Helen's area, they have fantastic facilities and very knowledgeable, providing a friendly education on snakes and more. Congratulations Also a big shout out to our friends at Saffire Freycinet and East Coast Natureworld for placing in the top 10, your work with wildlife is incredible and how lucky are we all to have these wonderful places to visit!

15.01.2022 Hi all, Just a little announcement to say we are now extending our regular Saturday hours! We will now be open 9am until 2pm. Our weekday hours remain the same 8:30am-5pm, with our 24/7 on call service

14.01.2022 Yesterday we had 13 of these gorgeous American Bully puppies in for vaccination and health checks! So much cuteness!

14.01.2022 August is Dental Month! Below are some tips for identifying a dental issue with your pet. Its important that our animals have regular dental checks and follow up procedures may be required. Give us a call or come in and chat about your pets dental health! We have a small range of dental treats and food, with much more on its way, stay tuned

14.01.2022 Hi East Coasters, We are wondering where we can buy some small bales of hay locally, suitable for Guinea Pigs and Rabbits? Thanks in advance

14.01.2022 Tonight we are reintroducing you all to Nurse Helen Helen grew up in a small north London suburb. Animal mad from the moment she could identify anything small and furry, by the age of four Helen managed to persuade her parents to buy her a pet hamster. The annual Christmas wish for a horse never materialised but over the years she was owned by an abundance of rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, a goldfish, a tortoise and two lively Springer Spaniels. Helen began her career a...s Junior Secretary in the commercial department of a North London football club and progressed through the ranks to become Office Manager. After 13 years, she got a free transfer and began a seven year stint in a similar role at Newmarket Racecourse. The next five years were spent working within the Capital Projects Team at Addenbrookes Hospital in Cambridge, providing admin support for several multi-million pound capital works projects. Helen and husband Ron moved to Tasmania in September 2013, settling in Rons home town of St Helens. Helen is an active member of the community and enjoys volunteering roles with StarFM, Medea Park, St Helens Neighbourhood House, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and St Helens District High School. In her spare time Helen enjoys walking, yoga, pilates, gardening and art. In 2012 Helen started a pet-sitting and dog-walking service called All Creatures Great and Small. She is known as Auntie Helen to many dogs and cats in and around the Break ODay area See more

14.01.2022 We hope you all have a safe and enjoyable long weekend! We will be closed this coming Monday the 2nd of November for the public holiday, but as always we will have a 24/7 on call service for emergencies. Take care and look after yourselves

13.01.2022 Dr Andrew came across a squadron of pelicans tonight and captured this stunning picture!

12.01.2022 We are proud to be participating in National Desexing Month, which has been moved to September 2020! We are offering the special prices for cats, rabbits and guinea pigs ONLY for this month. We encourage early age desexing, for cats especially and we welcome felines from 8 weeks of age.... We look forward to hearing from you, we have exciting giveaways and a competition coming soon! Also, keep an eye out for some short videos, featuring Dr Andrew talking about why we are passionate desexing advocates.

12.01.2022 Happy Father's Day to our valued clients, we hope today is wonderful

11.01.2022 Dr Andrew had a chat to the crew at Star FM on Monday, making the first of hopefully many contributions. Thanks for having us on the radio team, was great to meet you!

11.01.2022 Marine Conservation Program staff have received a report about an entangled humpback whale calf off Tasmania's east coast. The calf and its mother were seen ne...ar Schouten Island yesterday afternoon and were travelling south at the time. The calf appears to be trailing rope and buoys. Marine conservation experts conducted an extensive aerial survey this morning to try to locate the whale to better assess the entanglement but did not spot the whale. Members of the public are asked to keep an eye out for this whale and report any sightings to the whale hotline on 0427 WHALES. Anyone who spots the whale is asked to accurately record its location and the direction it is heading and phone the hotline for further advice. Whales are powerful animals capable of causing injury or death and the public should not attempt any rescue.

11.01.2022 We are here at the Fingal Valley Neighbourhood House, helping the RSPCA Tasmania with microchipping. We'll be here until 2pm, $20 chips and we can set you up for Centrepay cat desexing, which provides a big discount!

11.01.2022 It's almost time for Easter Bunny to visit! Our Easter 2021 hours are below : Good Friday- Closed... Easter Saturday- Open as normal, 9am-2pm Easter Monday- Closed 24/7 emergency service pH 63761577 Back to regular hours on Tuesday

11.01.2022 Here at the East Coast Veterinary Clinic, we have the exciting opportunity for a part time Veterinary Nurse to join our team! We are located within the busy tourist town of St Helens, with the most amazing beaches and scenery within a short distance. We are mainly a small animal practice, with the occasional large animal callout. We also service the surrounding wildlife parks and hobby farms. About you: Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) is preferred. We ...will also consider a candidate commited to completing this certification. Previous experience in a clinic environment is highly desired. Confidence in all aspects of nursing (reception, surgery, and hospital) with a willingness to learn and take direction. Strong time management skills The ability to communicate effectively with people and animals. We are looking for a team player who can work well within our tight knit team and who treats our valued clients with compassion. You must be able to read animal body language and care for our amazing patients with kindness and empathy. Current Australian drivers’ license What next? Immediate start required with onsite training provided. We are offering a rotational roster with three to four weekday shifts 8:30am-2:30pm (subject to change), the successful candidate must be available for some Saturday work 9am-2pm and on occasion be available to be on call for afterhours. An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the right candidate, commensurate with experience. We value a great work life balance and flexibility! If you would like to join our team, please email your resume with a cover letter to [email protected]

10.01.2022 This type of research helps demystify the cat activity around the State

10.01.2022 Just a friendly reminder for our valued clients and customers: - If you're requiring special food orders etc, please give us at least 7 days notice so that we can order in and put it aside for you. (provided we don't already have the product in stock, it's best to phone us and check). - If you're requiring repeat medication please give us at least 24 hrs notice (this will be longer over a weekend) , so the veterinarian can review and approve this.... We may also need to order medication in, which can take a number of days, so it's a good idea to plan ahead and be prepared for this. Please see our notice below, we must see your pet at least every 6 months for ongoing medication, this is a Veterinary Board of Tasmania requirement. Thank you for your understanding, East Coast Veterinary Clinic

10.01.2022 A big congratulations to Nurse Jenna who achieved her bronze medallion over the weekend. Fantastic work!!!

09.01.2022 Axel has found a home! Thank you everyone for the shares Assisted rehoming Axel is a 7 year old staffy x looking for a new home. He still has a lot of energy and can be a bit full on for little children. If you're interested in meeting Axel please phone 63761577 or email [email protected]

09.01.2022 Lets find this gorgeous girls parents!

09.01.2022 We now stock the full range of Delicate Care food and treats! They are an Australian made and owned company and offer everything from dental care through to weight management alternatives.

08.01.2022 Over the long weekend our car park garden bloomed some gorgeous flowers. Can you guess what they are?

08.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to our valued clients, we hope today is wonderful

07.01.2022 Did you know we now offer a huge range of Royal Canin food for both dogs and cats? We have everything from breed specific foods, through to the prescription range and puppy + kitten. We'll be back to regular hours tomorrow, so pop in and see us for all your pets nutritional needs!

07.01.2022 Update at 3:15pm- they are up and running again! Please phone 63761577 and you will be diverted to our after hours service There is a problem with our phone system, Launtel is attempting to fix it. For emergency appointments please phone 0499 921 906 while we rectify the problem, thank you for your understanding

07.01.2022 Heres some adorable photos of Nurse Jennas boys, Hunter and Lincoln helping with our orphan lamb Sarah.

07.01.2022 Dr Andrew has had a lovely time meeting some of his new clients and patients this week. Hes been off to a busy start! Andrew is from Victoria and he has over 30 years experience as a veterinarian, plus extensive passion and knowledge in animal welfare. Hes owned a couple of clinics of his own in Victoria, but he moved to Tassie in 2016 as the Chief Vet and CEO for the RSPCA. He fell in love with the East Coast, decided he needed a sea change and the rest is history!... Just a reminder that our phone number, business hours and location remain the same! - Please phone 63761577 - We are open Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm and Sat 9am-12pm (with a 24/7 on call service) - The clinic is located at 67 Quail Street, St Helens 7216 Our website remains the same but is about to undergo an upgrade, so watch this space! Our new email is [email protected] We look forward to meeting some more friendly faces, human, feathered and furry!

07.01.2022 Gorgeous Bobby and Jess came in for their vaccinations on Monday. They are a fantastic example of a Cardigan and a Pembroke Corgi, can you guess which is which?

07.01.2022 This Sunday the 15th we will be helping the RSPCA with their microchip day at Fingal. We'll be out of the clinic for a few hours from 10am, but will still have our usual emergency service and Dr Andrew will be contactable by phone 63761577 . Hope to see you there!

07.01.2022 Did you know we retail Aikou products for dogs and cats? We have these fabulous slow feeders to help your pet with weight management, plus they provide an interactive and fun experience at meal times!

06.01.2022 The East Coast Veterinary Clinic will be closed for routine services such as vaccinations and elective surgery, from December 25th 2020 until the 1st of January 2021 inclusive. It's been a big year and it's very important we give our wonderful staff a break and refresh! We will of course be on call 24/7 for any emergency cases that may unexpectedly occur and for any injured or orphaned wildlife. ... Wishing you all a happy and safe Christmas and New Year and we look forward to seeing you all in 2021 for an exciting year ahead! Thank you, Dr Andrew and Anna

06.01.2022 Gorgeous puppy Max gave everyone a fright tonight when he swallowed a fish hook! Dr Andrew, with the help of Nurse Anna performed a successful surgery, this was required as the hook was sitting in his stomach. Many dogs will get into the bait box given half the chance, so if you're fishing make sure there are no baited hooks in reach.

06.01.2022 Assisted rehoming: Are you looking to adopt an adult cat? Are you free of small children and boisterous dogs? Can you provide a safe indoor home? We are assisting to rehome an adult cat, who has had all of his vet work done and just needs the right family to give him love.... If you answered yes to the above questions please enquire on either 63761577 or [email protected] . Ps we should add that this is not Bebe our stray kitten, we have found a home for him already

05.01.2022 Thinking of our friends and colleagues affected by the fires in WA at the moment... stay safe everyone

05.01.2022 Everybody meet Nurse Jenna! How lucky we are here at the ECVC, to have such awesome nurses with diverse passions and interests. Jenna moved to Tasmania, from Canada in 2005. She started working at East Coast Veterinary Clinic in 2007 and has loved being a part of it ever since. She has completed certificate 2 in Animal Studies through Animal Industries Resource Centre (Provet). Jenna, her husband Matt and boys Hunter and Lincoln, enjoy life with the companionship of a menagerie of pets. In her spare time, she enjoys riding the mountain bike trails with her two boys, playing netball and beach time.

05.01.2022 A friend of ours here at ECVC is raising money for Stubby, a 2 year old labrador to have his cruciate repaired by the lovely Dr Chris Allfree at Brighter Futures. Stubbys future was looking bleak and Leah stepped in to help. North East Animal Sanctuary has taken Stubby on, see their page for updates and donation details are in the below post

05.01.2022 We love our nurses here at the ECVC and wed really like to reintroduce them to you all. Tracey, Jenna and Helen have all worked at the clinic for a while and we will be sharing some of their interests and passions! Starting today with Nurse Tracey... Tracey and Robert Brasington came to St Helens in 1993. After a long career in horticulture culminating in working for the largest nursery in England, they had decided to convert their hobby of making and flying kites into a... business. Where better to do that than their home state of Tasmania on the beautiful east coast. They still make and export kites all over the world and can often be seen flying them on local beaches. Tracey started at East Coast Vet Clinic in 2008 as a part time vet nurse and gardener; a perfect combination of fauna and flora. They have a large garden which is also used as a racetrack by Stella(Whippet) and Alice (Scottish deerhound), their current sight hounds. See more

04.01.2022 Weve had reports of some fairly wild weather, with more to come. Stay safe everyone and give us a call to reschedule if its too dangerous for you to get to the clinic!

03.01.2022 For those looking for tips on how to keep your feline friends contained and happy, check out Tassie Cat!

02.01.2022 Emergency bushfire warning for St Helens! For anyone needing to evacuate, please give us a call if you need somewhere safe to house your pets on 63761577, we will do our best to accommodate you. Dr Andrew will be on call for any injured wildlife or domestic animals.... Stay safe everyone!

01.01.2022 We are very pleased to announce that we now stock the full range of Bravecto for both dogs and cats! Come and see us today for all your parasite treatment needs and with any Bravecto purchase receive a free cooler bag.

01.01.2022 A sneak peek at our new business logo from Josh and Ruby at Tarkine Creative. We really love it, thanks so much for capturing our vision and style so perfectly! They are also busy upgrading our website, so watch this space.