Family Vet Centre in Albury, New South Wales, Australia | Veterinary surgeon

Family Vet Centre

Locality: Albury, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 6041 2522

Address: 243 Borella Rd 2640 Albury, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS BOARDING We have limited runs available for Small Dogs & Cats for the main days of Christmas. However, we have plenty of spots available for Large Dogs, Small Dog & Cats from the 28th December on wards. Give our kennels a call on (02) 6024 1723 - Option 1, to secure your pets spot for the busy season!

25.01.2022 Veterinary Receptionist Family Vet Centre About us... At Family Vet Centre our purpose is - To build relationships with families that enhance their pets lives through professional, quality and caring healthcare.To be the voice for all pets.To have supportive relationships with staff to provide personal and professional development within a harmonious team dedicated to excellent customer service and a prosperous business. Qualifications & experience Reception experience > 12 months Customer service experience > 12 months Working in a busy team environment Tasks & responsibilities An understanding of the important role pets play in their families is vital to this position. Working as part of our team to deliver outstanding customer service. Facilitating excellent communication between our veterinary team and clients. Awareness and management of workflow. Welcoming pets and their families,managing bookings, processing payments, answering phones and emails. Assisting with general administrative tasks such as admissions, discharges & daily banking. Keeping reception clean and tidy. Please send your resume to [email protected]

25.01.2022 The endangered Mountain Pygmy Possums need our help! https://www.facebook.com/zoosvictoria/videos/743063639574826

23.01.2022 Remember expecting parents, Lola and Dash? Proud mum, Lola, and her four, adorable pups visited Dr Emma for their first official check up today. Both mum and pups received a clean bill of health (and lots of cuddles)

23.01.2022 The video below is an excellent explanation of why we, as well as other clinics, have been even busier than normal during the pandemic. We can’t thank our staff enough for their continued efforts that have allowed us to provide the same level of care that you are accustomed to over the last few months. Their hard work and dedication day in and day out has allowed us to continue to serve you in the best way that we can. We also appreciate your patience as we have done our be...st to work through the challenges that the pandemic has created. Thank you for your continued support, from all of us at Family Vet Centre. https://www.facebook.com/vin.VINx/videos/609690629672175

20.01.2022 Phone outage-PHONES ARE BACK! Sorry for any inconvenience.

20.01.2022 These times are trying for many people and pets all over the world- but there are good news stories too

18.01.2022 Update on Boarding over Christmas & New Years We have limited large dog runs available over the New Year period. However, we have quite a few still available for small dogs & cats. The main Christmas period is fairly solidly booked out, with the odd spot available up until the 25th December.... For any queries, contact the kennels on (02) 6024 1723 - Option 1.

17.01.2022 Spring is finally here and the beautiful days are certainly upon us! These nice sunny days always make play time that bit more fun and the dogs are loving every minute of it If you are interested in leaving your fur-babies with us for daycare or for a sleepover, give us a call on (02) 6024 1723 - Option 1.

13.01.2022 We can't bear it! Cuteness overload https://www.facebook.com/WoofWoofTV/videos/404331674273167

12.01.2022 Chloe is one very lucky girl! Whilst giving birth to these super cute kittens, she lost a lot of blood and afterwards, prolapsed her uterus, requiring emergency surgery. Thanks to Dr Taylah and nurses, Danielle and Belinda, first time mum, Chloe, and kittens are doing well (and Chloe won't have to worry about anymore unplanned and potentially life-threatening pregnancies).

11.01.2022 Happy Father’s Day!!!

10.01.2022 Inside every cuddly kitty, lies the potential for a ferocious, territorial tiger! While we know cats live longer, healthier lives when kept indoors, many people still allow their cats to roam. We see a lot of cat fight injuries this time of year. They are often the result of a neighbourhood bully (commonly an un-desexed male cat) who is trying to expand their territory by enroaching on other cat's territories. Visible signs of injury include bites, scratches, lameness and/...or abscesses in the zones outlined below. But did you know life-long debilitating diseases, such as Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (cat AIDS), can be spread via bite wounds? If your cat has been in a cat fight please seek medical treatment for their wounds immediately. We also strongly recommend a blood test 3-6 months after a known fight to determine whether your cat has contracted FIV. This disease is prevalent in our local community and is prevented by vaccination. For kittens or cats who are FIV negative and are going to have unrestricted outdoor access, we recommend vaccination against FIV, in addition to their annual F3 vaccination, to keep them safe.

09.01.2022 Bentley was all smiles when he came in for his post-dental check up last week The week prior, Bentley had had a major dental requiring several extractions. Since his return home, his mum advised that he had been bouncing around like a pup! It makes our day when we hear how our patients have a new lease on life after dental procedures. Keep on bouncing Bentley!

09.01.2022 Please ensure all medications, human and pet, are safely locked away out of "paws" reach and avoid leaving pill bottles or blister packs unattended on counter tops or in bags your pet can access. Both Human Prescription Medications and Over the Counter Medications have topped the list of Top 10 Pet Toxins reported to the Animal Poison Control Centre in the US for the last 7 years. Sadly, we regularly see pets who have accidentally ingested human medications. This f...requently occurs when pets quickly gobble up dropped or briefly unattended pills. Early signs of poisoning can include: Vomiting Diarrhoea Drooling Depression Agitation Seizures Lethargy Loss of appetite Inability to urinate Nosebleeds Bleeding gums Black or bloody stools If you are concerned your pet has ingested your medication, please call your veterinarian immediately.

08.01.2022 Sorry to all who have tried to contact us today, we are having phone problems. If your pet has an emergency please take your pet to the clinic. All other enquiries we will do our best or use or emailing system [email protected] or [email protected] thanks for your understanding

06.01.2022 We were very excited to welcome a few new furry faces to Family Vet Centre Boarding this past week. Trying to get some action shots of all the -oodles playing certainly was a challenge, but we got there in the end! Contact our Kennels on (02) 6024 1723 - Option 1.

05.01.2022 The spring rains will see grasses flower and a rise in grass seeds in our patients. The hard case that surrounds the seed is known as an awn. It is sharp, spikey and arrow shaped, lending itself perfectly to burrow into tissue, whilst the backward pointing bristles ensure it does not come out. Medical issues range from a mild swelling to life-threatening illness. ... Sites we frequently find grass seeds include: Between the toes Up the nose In the ears (47% dogs coming to see the vet have them stuck in their ears) In the eyes However, if grass seeds manage to burrow and enter the body, they can travel large distances ending up in organs such as the bladder, lungs, spinal cord, and even the brain, causing life-threatening illness. If you suspect your dog or cat has a grass seed, please seek veterinary attention immediately. In most instances the seeds require removal, often surgical, very rarely do they come out on their own. Avoiding walking or running through seeded grasses is the best way to prevent grass seeds, however if this is impossible, make sure you check paws for seeds and groom your pet thoroughly afterwards.

05.01.2022 Beth is a gorgeous 6 year old Staffy who loves playing with squeaky toys. One night, a few months ago, she jumped off the couch with a squeaker in her mouth and accidentally swallowed it. Beth's mum made an after hours dash to see Dr Sarah for help. As Beth was unable to bring the squeaker back up due to its large size, the following morning she returned for endoscopy. The endoscope revealed Beth had at least 4 squeakers stuck in her stomach which were unfortunately too slippery to be retrieved with the forceps endoscopically. So, Dr Sarah, with nurses, Phoebe and Rachael, took Beth to surgery and removed a total of 7 squeakers from her stomach. Beth has since made a full recovery and continues to dazzle us with her beautiful smile

04.01.2022 The divine Miss Ruby came to visit a month ago for x-rays to determine how many pups she was carrying. Can you count how many in the X-ray below? 4 weeks later, Ruby, and her pups returned for their first health check. We are happy to report Ruby is doing an excellent job as a first-time mum, and her pups are thriving!

04.01.2022 This little squirrel glider was found caught in barbed wire and subsequently sustained a nasty tear to the special skin membrane, which allows gliders to "glide" through the air. Lucky for this little guy, Dr Sarah had read about a successful surgical procedure to repair the membrane, giving gliders a chance to rehabilitate and return to the wild. So, our little friend, after two delicate surgeries with Dr Sarah, and an amazing effort by our wildlife carers, was rehabilitated in a purpose-built enclosure to build up his strength and was returned to the wild!

04.01.2022 Great news, our lost bunny, Ruby , has found her forever home Yesterday her family were cleaning her hutch and found Ruby had been busy overnight (photo below). Do you know what it is???? That's right, its a nest! Instead of one-bun, they now have 5-buns! Rabbits are renowned for their ability to breed, with pregnancies lasting an average 31 days and litter sizes ranging from an average of 4-12 kits. Does can produce large numbers of kits a year, hence the term "breed like a rabbit". Once the babies are weaned, Ruby will be in to visit Dr Nadine for desexing.

03.01.2022 Dexter, a handsome young Labrador, recently visited Family Vet for vomiting. During his visit, Dr Chris had a strong suspicion Dexter had eaten something he shouldn't, so took x-rays of his tummy. As you can see below, Dexter had swallowed a sharp metallic object which had become lodged in his intestine causing a blockage. Dexter was rushed to surgery and the metallic object causing the blockage, removed. Dexter has since made a full recovery, but if you notice your healthy pup or kitten suddenly starts vomiting, we strongly recommend having them checked, as all too often, our inquisitive young pets swallow potentially harmful objects requiring prompt veterinary intervention.

02.01.2022 Memo to all Echidnas: please be advised that when choosing a cosy place to take a nap, parked ute wheels may be snug, but are certainly NOT safe! Our spiky little friend here was brought in to Family Vet after a close shave with a ute. With a little sedation and pain relief, Dr Nadine was able to take x-rays to ensure there were no bone fractures, clean his wounds and remove his resident bush ticks. He has since been handed to wildlife carer, Jo, until his wounds have healed and he can be released