Forrestfield Vet Hospital in Wattle Grove | Veterinary surgeon

Forrestfield Vet Hospital

Locality: Wattle Grove

Phone: +61 8 9453 1290

Address: 313 Hale Road 6107 Wattle Grove, WA, Australia

Website: http://forrestfieldvet.com.au

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25.01.2022 Cooper, Millie and Leo are our first patients to take part of Sterilisation Month! Book your dog or cat in for up to 50% of sterilisations and 40% off microchipping at the same time!

25.01.2022 HOSPITAL CASE: Lexi's Fungal Frustrations! Lexi the Border Collie X is shown here with a catheter that has been surgically inserted by a specialist veterinarian at PVS. This catheter has been placed through her skull and into her frontal sinus where the infection was present. This allows the medication to flow directly into the area where it was needed. The first infusions were carried out at PVS, then at High Wycombe Vet and Forrestfield Vet Hospital with specific medical i...nstructions from the specialist veterinarian. Lexi had eye drops (to prevent irritation) prior to each dose of medication. Her medication was syringed via her catheter twice daily for 2 weeks. Lexi and her parents handled this ordeal incredibly! Mum and Dad did not miss a beat dropping her off for her infusions each morning and evening as required. Lexi was a complete superdog when it came to her treatment! She was calm, patient and was very well behaved even though she was uncomfortable (and had a sneezing fit most days after her treatment). She always came in with a smile on her face and a wag in her tail! She is all clear now and is enjoying life **See comments to view Lexi being a great patient!

25.01.2022 Another little collection of fluffers and floofs who took part of Sterilisation Month!

24.01.2022 INFORMATION FRIDAYS- Puppies: There are many things to know and prepare when a new member joins the family. With puppies, new owners must make sure that their health checks, vaccinations, socialisation and training are all part of their doggie schedule. One major life component that is often overlooked is interaction with children. Families with young children (or who have young children who visit) should teach both kids and puppy to treat each other with respect. This redu...ces any instances of confrontation or altercation and helps pup grow up to be a well behaved dog. The following info pics are great to show children and help them learn how to play with the new pupper. If you have any puppy questions please contact us and speak to one of our friendly nurses.

24.01.2022 Going for a vet visit can be fun! Just ask Asha the Irish Terrier!

24.01.2022 Are your pets ready to receive their Christmas gifts? Have a look at this little pupper who decided to sneak INTO their present. https://www.facebook.com/kmbc9/videos/743942579535470/

23.01.2022 Naughty Koko got to the chocolate stash and we had to induce vomiting to expel the toxins. Activated charcoal is often given after emesis to assist in absorbing remaining toxins in the stomach. What do you do when you need your patient to eat charcoal after ingesting chocolate? Put some chicken in it, of course!

23.01.2022 Sally the little Dachshund pup has been visiting us many times in the last few months... She has come in to see us for her routine puppy vaccines, troubles with spicy flies (bees!), a bout of gastrointestinal upset, an allergic reaction, a tail injury AND sterilisation! Shes been a great patient and was well looked after by our vet and nursing team. Her mum sent us a cute snuggly photo when they got home form one of her earlier visits as she was exhausted and went straight to bed...

22.01.2022 TWO WEEKS TO GO For Sterilisation Month! Did you know? Sterilisation of dogs can reduce behavioural issues such as roaming, marking and aggression. Please call us today to take advantage of REDUCED STERILISATION PRICES!

22.01.2022 INFORMATION FRIDAYS: Did you know the BEST way to keep your dog and cats teeth beautifully healthy is just like us humans? Thats right... BRUSHING!!! Its always good to start teeth brushing as a puppy or kitten so they get used to it. But DONT WORRY, we know this cant happen with every dog and cat, so theres also dental biscuits, dental treats and additives for their food or water that help with dental hygiene.... If you have any questions regarding dental health, please give us a call on 9453 1290. In the mean time, please watch this adorable dog getting his chompers brushed (with special pet toothpaste of course!) https://www.facebook.com/WoofWoofTV/videos/3058952650886181/ See more

22.01.2022 HAPPY FRIDAYS! The kids are back to school. You get a call from the principal, what did your non-human child do???HAPPY FRIDAYS! The kids are back to school. You get a call from the principal, what did your non-human child do???

21.01.2022 Bess learnt the hard way not to pick a fight with other dogs She had surgery and stayed in our care for a few days. Here she is enjoying her daily outings into the sunshine!

21.01.2022 LAST WEEK For Sterilisation Month! Is your unsterilised dog or cat not micro-chipped? If not, book them in for de-sexing AND 40% off micro-chipping AT THE SAME TIME!

20.01.2022 COVID-19 Update: POST Lock Down Status 01/05/21 from 12:01 SATURDAY To comply with the Australian Government Department of Health requirements during POST Lock Down, our hospitals have implemented rules and regulations regarding Social Distancing and Hygiene: - MASKS are now MANDATORY and MUST be worn when entering the hospital.... -Upon entry into the hospital, please use the hand sanitiser supplied before a approaching the reception desk and stand behind the blue lines marked. - Use the SAFE WA app and Check In or sign our paper contact register on the front desk. - We can only allow FIVE clients in the Waiting Room at Forrestfield Vet Hospital at one time and FOUR clients in the Waiting Room at High Wycombe Vet Hospital at one time. You will simply be required to wait outside if the waiting room is at maximum capacity according to regulations. - We can only have ONE client in the Consulting Room with the Vet at one time. - Cashless payments are preferred to help minimise the spread. - If possible, please phone ahead if you require food, medication or preventative health and we will have them ready for you to minimise waiting times. IMPORTANT NOTICE: -If you have been traveling in the last 14 days; -If you are experiencing symptoms of fever, coughing or sore throat; -If you are required to self-isolate or quarantine; -If you have been in contact with a confirmed POSITIVE case of COVID-19; PLEASE DO NOT ENTER the hospital. Instead, please phone us for advice and we can make a plan for you and your pet to be seen to. We are working hard to ensure we can continue to provide complete veterinary care for our patients and clients. Thank you for your understanding and your co-operation. As this situation is rapidly evolving, we will provide updates as required.

20.01.2022 Dear Clients, As the Australian Government Department of Health have relaxed COVID 19 restrictions, Forrestfield Vet Hospital have altered our protocols to meet the changes. Again, we would like to thank all our clients in this difficult time for being patient and continuing to to comply with social distancing and hygiene practises.

19.01.2022 REMINDER: The Forrestfield Vet Hospital will be ON CALL from 9am-6pm for the Boxing Day public holiday. For veterinary assistance, please call the Forrestfield Vet on 9453 1290.

19.01.2022 JULY IS STERILISATION MONTH! Please give us a call on 9453 1290 if you dog or cat needs to be speyed or neutered and speak to one of our friendly nurses about our offer!

18.01.2022 REMINDER: The Forrestfield Vet Hospital will be ON CALL from 9am-6pm for the Boxing Day public holiday. For veterinary assistance, please call the Forrestfield Vet on 9453 1290.

18.01.2022 Coco and Chevy came in for their sterilisations together. They kept each other company and were very well behaved during their hospital stay. We are sure they will behave themselves at home during their recovery (we hope)!

17.01.2022 REMINDER: Christmas Day is the ONLY day of the year we are CLOSED. If you need veterinary assistance, please contact the fantastic staff at WAVES on 9412 5700. DONT FORGET to keep all the fatty, raisiny and chocolately treats away from your pets these holidays!

17.01.2022 Thank you to all our clients for co-operating with us during COVID19. As some restrictions are still in place, we ask you to still abide by the rules and regulations set by the Australian Government Department of Health.

16.01.2022 HAPPY TAILS! Sheppie had to stay our care for a few days after having a major surgery. Needless to say he was VERY HAPPY to see his mum when he was able to go home. Sheppie is all healed up now and still waggin that tail!

16.01.2022 INFORMATION FRIDAYS! Pet owners: PLEASE make sure your dog or cat is MICRO-CHIPPED and get it scanned every year to make sure its STILL WORKING! People who take in stray animals: PLEASE bring them in to us to SCAN for a microchip BEFORE you decide to keep it!... Little "Wumpuss" came to us as a stray for castration and micro-chipping. His new owner was looking after him for a couple of months and was doing the right thing for his welfare however, it was discovered that kitty was already micro-chipped! We reached out to his registered owners and discovered he had been missing for 10 MONTHS from ANOTHER SUBURB! The gentleman who found Wumpuss was sad to see him go but understood that he had a family, and needed to go home. Nike (as the cat is originally named, happily went home to be with his mother who has missed him dearly!

16.01.2022 HAPPY FRIDAY! This clip has been going around for a while now, but for those of you who need a laugh who haven't seen it (or those of you who have and can't get sick of watching it...)https://www.facebook.com/DailyMail/videos/463814374169977/

16.01.2022 INFORMATION FRIDAYS: Spicy Flies (Bees!) Many dogs (and some cats) will chase these delicious sky jalapenos for fun/curiosity...... Sometimes, there are zero repercussions. Other times, there may be swelling, redness, vomiting and diarrhea. Rarely (it CAN happen), dogs can go into anaphylactic shock, become pale in the gums, have weakness or collapse. If you notice your dog or cat has been stung by a bee, KEEP A CLOSE WATCH on them for any abnormalities. PLEASE call us if you are unsure what to do and in the event of an emergency, come straight to the hospital. If you have any questions, call us on 9453 1290 and speak to one of our nurses :) In the mean time, have a look at some of these pets who had a small tiff with one of those buzzy fun bugs! https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=3795456013828034&id=159756350731370

15.01.2022 INFORMATION FRIDAYS: Dog fights happen more and more now a days. Dont ask us why, but we have noticed a rise in the last few years. Heres some Dog Etiquette that every owner should know:... Some dogs may be friendly and very sociable, others, although maybe just as friendly (or not at all, but still enjoy an isolated on leash walk), may also have many factors that will contribute to an unwanted encounter. This can be stressful for owners AND dogs. PLEASE always ask if your dog can say "Hello" to another dog BEFORE approaching and if you are on a LEAD ONLY area, unless you have good recall, DO NOT let your dog run up to another dog. Have a squiz at this info pic for more information.

12.01.2022 Is your dog or cat sterilised? If not, why not let them join these puppers and kitty in taking part of De-sexing Month! Mum and Dad will also save some money :) Give us a call today!

12.01.2022 INFORMATION FRIDAYS: SEPARATION ANXIETY AND COVID19! As we are beginning to see a light at the end of the tunnel with COVID19 (we are not out of the woods yet!), we are (or are discussing) returning to work away from home. This can prove quite difficult for our furry friends as many have become accustom to their humans spending most of their time in their company. As some pets are already predisposed to separation anxiety, there will be increased cases and issues in the upco...ming months as this is a situation most of us have not experienced previously. What is Separation Anxiety? Separation Anxiety is distress of a pet as a result of being isolated from those they share a bond with. This can be evident in many ways such as vocalisation, pacing, panting, excess drooling, destruction, inappropriate toileting, vomiting and diarrhoea to name a few. This may be even more of an issue with a newly adopted pet! So what can pet owners do to help? If you have not started doing so already, you must start the desensitisation process NOW. Here are some ways to help with separation anxiety: - As we have mentioned before, start this process NOW! The longer you have to aid in this situation, the better it will be for you little friends. - Build this tolerance slowly. Start with leaving the room or putting them outside by themselves for short periods of time (5-10mins) and increase the time gradually. - Give them plenty of enrichment when they are on their own. Puzzle toys, Kongs filled with peanut butter, scattered kibbles in the garden or area of stay to keep them active are great ways to provide healthy stimulation. NOTE: Always test toys prior to leaving them with your pet to prevent complications with ingestion. - Make entrances and exits NON EVENTFUL! The more you hype of coming home or leaving, the more that anxiety will fabricate. - If actions such as picking up your keys/ putting on your shoes/ picking up your bag trigger anxiety, do these things more often when you are NOT leaving the house to reduce association. - When you DO start work, take them for a nice walk before work to keep them happy and (hopefully) tired. For some pets, additional behaviour training or medication may be needed to cope with separation anxiety. If you require any assistance with your pet with this issue, please call us at Forrestfield Vet on 9453 1290. Please SHARE this with your fellow pet owners to help reduce the separation anxiety in pets!

11.01.2022 HAPPY FRIDAY! Dancing dogs anyone? https://www.facebook.com/animalsdoingthings/videos/855462981480619/

11.01.2022 And thats a wrap for another year of Sterilisation month!

10.01.2022 Keisha is demonstrating how to be a "lady" when you are in hospital. She lays calmly, with her legs crossed, watching the day go by...

10.01.2022 HAPPY FRIDAY! You know how everyone says Labradors are food orientated? Have a look at this Pomeranian!... https://www.facebook.com/LADbible/videos/4797199486993870/ See more

09.01.2022 HOSPITAL CASE: Peppers Pesky Pinna Problems! This beautiful little pupper is Pepper and she has had chronic ear issues ever since she had been in the rescue facility. She has been in and out of other vets for years due to her recurrent ear infections, which were often very painful, as well as very itchy and inflamed, Peppers mum just wanted her to be comfortable.... Pepper had had many ear cleans, had been on various medications and often needed to have a cone on her head constantly to stop her from self traumatising her ears. A Lateral Resection surgery (a surgical procedure that involves removing the outside cartilage wall of the ear to shorten the ear canal which makes it easier to clean and control infection) was performed on BOTH ears in 2011 at another vet to help alleviate her frequent, yeasty, infected ears. Although this helped the situation, it didnt eliminate the problem completely. So over the years, Pepper continued to have her ears treated medically without real success. When Pepper came to see us, the issues with her pinnas (the flappy part of the ears) were so severe and horrifically damaged that she needed to be anaesthetised to even appropriately examine and clean her ears once more. Peppers mum asked if the removal of the pinnas would be an option. With the problem essentially involving the pinnas itself, the vets concluded that this was definitely an option. (She would still be able to hear as her ear canals would be retained). Peppers mum understood that cosmetically, it may be a little confronting for Pepper to have no ears, but as long as it improved her little girls quality of life, the decision was easily made. So after much discussion, Pepper underwent surgery with Dr Neville to remove her ear flaps and take the chronic damaged ear flap tissue away. Were happy to report that her surgery went extremely well and her recovery was smooth (just like her new head look!!) Both our vets and her mum are very pleased with Peppers surgical result and it has greatly improved the quality of her life. She now looks like a little seal pup and has a new lease on life without constant painful, itchy ears!

07.01.2022 Bella has her blep out! Miss Bella came in to have a dental done. She had some nasty teeth removed and a scale and polish. She was smelling MUCH fresher when she went home with Mum. No body likes yucky puppy kisses!

07.01.2022 HAPPY FRIDAY: We hope you are all keeping clean, safe and healthy! Hang in there everyone! https://www.facebook.com/tinatrading/videos/10219069228979419/

07.01.2022 COVID 19 Update November 2020: As the borders are opening up within some states, we must still abide by the rules and regulations set by the Australian Government Department of Health. At the moment, nothing has been changed, but we will keep our clients updated. Thank you for your co operation.

06.01.2022 HAPPY FRIDAY! If your pet could eat one thing without consequence, what would it be?HAPPY FRIDAY! If your pet could eat one thing without consequence, what would it be?

06.01.2022 LAST WEEK to take part of De-sexing Month! These cuties are sterilised and ready to take on the world! Spots are filling fast!

06.01.2022 THREE WEEKS TO GO For Sterilisation Month! Did you know? Sterilisation of dogs and cats can reduce the occurrences of mammary and prostate cancers. Give us a call today to book your pet in!

06.01.2022 HAPPY FRIDAY! Tell everyone how many pets you have using only emojis!HAPPY FRIDAY! Tell everyone how many pets you have using only emojis!

05.01.2022 Hospital Case: Maggie's Bountiful Bee Stings! Maggie the Pug has come to us and WAVES Vet 4 times within 3 months for bee stings. She just can't stay away from them! Her most recent episode resulted in anaphylactic shock. Maggie stayed at WAVES for treatment and monitoring for the evening and went home to mum the next day. As future stings could be life threatening, her mum has decided to begin desensitisation at WAVES with venom injections at High Wycombe Vet each month in b...etween progress check ups with WAVES. Here is Maggie posing with her vial of treatment safely packed in her take away cooler bag from WAVES. If your pet has been stung/bitten by an insect, give us a call on 9453 1290 for advice. Signs of anaphylactic shock include vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness, collapse, pale gums and difficulty breathing. If your pet is showing any of these symptoms following an insect sting/bite, please come straight down to the hospital. If it is out of our opening times, please go straight to an emergency vet hospital.

05.01.2022 Dear Clients, Our phones at Forrestfield Vet Hospital are down. We are currently trying to fix the situation. If you have an emergency, please come straight down. If you need to book an appointment, please do so through our website at www.forrestfieldvet.com.au We will notify everyone when they are back online. We apolgise for any inconvenience.

04.01.2022 INFORMATION FRIDAYS! As the weather starts to heat up, DON'T FORGET that your dogs don't wear shoes!!! Please prevent your pooch from burning their paw pads! This includes pavement AND sand! If it's TOO HOT FOR YOU, it's TOO HOT FOR YOUR DOG! ... If you do have any issues with your dogs paw pads due to heat, please give us a call on 9453 1290 for one of our vets to assess.

04.01.2022 Leo, Penny, Mezzo, Nuddy, Hidey, Bruce, Luna and Lacey are just a few pets we have sterilised for the first week of Sterilisation Month! If your dog or cat needs desexing, call us today to ask about our offer!

03.01.2022 We are pretty sure Bella is one of the most patient Chihuahuas in Perth! She sat there, without a care in the world, while we clipped her nails.

03.01.2022 FOUR WEEKS TO GO For Sterilisation Month! Does your pet need to be sterilised? Give us a call today and take advantage of this offer! Up to 50% off sterilisations and 40% off micro-chipping if implanted at the same time!

02.01.2022 HAPPY FRIDAYS! Whether you are venturing out (and keeping safe!) or still hunkering down in your homes, we still need to keep positive! Lets play a game :)

02.01.2022 Derek has a very responsible mother. He has a dental check up and routine scale and polish every year to prevent major dental issues in the future. Here he is, with his best "Ive just woken up from anaesthetic" face.

01.01.2022 HAPPY FRIDAY! What is the strangest/funniest thing that your pet has ever done that has ended in a vet visit?HAPPY FRIDAY! What is the strangest/funniest thing that your pet has ever done that has ended in a vet visit?

01.01.2022 This sweetie pie is Cally. Her mother brought her in to see one of our vets due to some dermatitis. Cally stayed with us to have her skin attended to and patiently waited to be sent home.

01.01.2022 This little cutie patootie is Possum! She came in with her mum for her vaccines and mum excitedly asked if she could be a Facebook dog! She had many photos taken and a few treats to match!

01.01.2022 Have you ever seen a howling Rottweiler? Big boy Kingston came in and stayed in hospital with us to treat his ears. He was missing Mum and Dad but, when the vets and nurses when to talk to him during the day, he seemed much more comfortable. Nurse Maybelline snuck up on him having a howl (and caught him rearranging his cage a little).