Gold City Veterinary Clinic 0747874949 in Charters Towers, Queensland | Veterinary surgeon

Gold City Veterinary Clinic 0747874949

Locality: Charters Towers, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4787 4949

Address: 119-121 Towers st 4820 Charters Towers, QLD, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 We have been very busy this year providing all services for cats going to Cat Rescue. This includes major discounts on vaccinations, micro-chipping, worming, parasite control and desexing both males and females. These cats/kittens have been found or rescued from our community and given a second chance at life. Without the ongoing support from many community members this would not be possible. If you are struggling to find a Christmas present for someone who has everything, a donation to Cat Rescue might be the answer. Every single dollar goes directly towards providing these services, so we can continue helping the community reduce the number of unwanted cats. Donations can be made by direct debit, Cash or Card

25.01.2022 Finally Friday and this puppy looks like he is waiting at the bar for a beer or two My owners are struggling to find the perfect name and I would love your help. Please comment some name ideas. Here is a bit about my personality. I am a little sooky and cheeky but when i have the attention i will cuddle forever. I love playing with my Greyhound friend and I try to play with my cat but she just growls at me.

24.01.2022 A massive THANK YOU to our wonderful clients!!! We've felt so spoiled the last few days

24.01.2022 Finally Friday Who's keen for the weekend? We know these three amigos are!!!

24.01.2022 These dogs is the best dramatic I've ever seen

23.01.2022 NEXGARD SPECIAL For a limited time only - Buy a 3 pack of our Nexgard range and receive a 1 pack FREE! Nexgard protects against Fleas & Ticks... Nexgard Spectra controls mange and mites, and protects against Fleas, Ticks, Heartworm and intestinal worms (excl. tapeworm). Both are a monthly treatment and beef-flavoured chewable tablets. The nexgard range can be used on dogs and puppies from 8 weeks old, and will begin to kill fleas in just 6-8 hours! Call us or come in to grab a bargain!

23.01.2022 Hi guys, it is getting to the silly season time of year so just a first reminder about getting stocked up on medications, prescription food and regular food to last until at least the first week of January. We are doing our best to call all clients that get regular ongoing medications and prescription foods in the next few weeks as a personalised reminder. We will be closing over the Holidays (on call for emergencies only) and with courier and supplier closures + Covid manufacturer issues, items may not be available if you do not get in early.

23.01.2022 Christmas is 11 days away! This means next Tuesday is our final order for the year! Anyone who requires prescription medication or food for their animals, we urge you to get your order is ASAP as our suppliers are closed during the Christmas and New Year period. ORDERS MUST BE IN BY MONDAY THE 21st.

23.01.2022 We are taking names for our next Puppy School!! Start date is Monday 31st August $60 for 3 classes (3 consecutive Monday's) at 5:30pm. For puppies between 6 - 16 weeks of age. ... Call the clinic today to book your spot!!

22.01.2022 A reminder that tomorrow, Friday 14th, is our unofficial Show Public Holiday and so we will be closed! We hope everyone enjoys their day off - we know we will!! If you have an emergency, call 4787 4949. For all other enquiries (booking appointments, etc) please call us during open hours.... We will be open as usual on Saturday 9am - 12pm.

22.01.2022 Welcoming to the world, Alice Tui Batt, born Friday 16th April Dr Jess will be taking some time off work to spend it with her family. Both mum and the little one are doing very well

22.01.2022 HOOKWORM ALERT Hookworm infections can be very serious but easily prevented. Puppies get infected either via the mothers milk, by ingesting the eggs from the ground or the larvae penetrate their skin (or even human skin!) Hookworms live in the small intestine and suck a lot of blood. This causes a severe anemia so the puppy will loose energy and may pass bloody poo. When severe, they can die rapidly without a blood transfusion and worming. We have to collect blood from a...nother dog, then slowly drip it into the anaemic dog, hoping they don't have a reaction. The anaemic dog responds very quickly to the transfusion, with the gum colour improving from white to pink in a short time. Molly saved the life of a 6 wk old, 1.7kg puppy over the Christmas weekend. She had to be sedated so we could take blood from her jugular vein into a special bag before slowly giving it to the puppy. All went very well and it wasn't long before the puppy was bouncing around and ready to go home. Remember to worm your pregnant bitch on the day of whelping then 2 weeks later. Worm your puppies at 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 & 12 weeks of age, monthly until 6 months, then every 3 months for life.

21.01.2022 COMFORTIS PLUS This is a one-time offer for the first-in best-dressed!! We have a *Comfortis Plus Chewable 9.1-18kg Medium Dog 6 pack for only $120 ... That's a total of 6 months protection against Fleas, Heartworm & Worms. Get in quick! *Exp date: 11/2022

19.01.2022 UPDATE: SOLD COMFORTIS PLUS This is a one-time offer for the first-in best-dressed!!... We have a *Comfortis Plus Chewable 9.1-18kg Medium Dog 6 pack for only $120 That's a total of 6 months protection against Fleas, Heartworm & Worms. Get in quick! *Exp date: 11/2022

19.01.2022 There will be no puppy social group today as the trainer is unwell. We apologise & will be looking to arrange another date soon! We hope everyone has a great weekend!!

19.01.2022 Doesn't this little lady look like a teddy bear? Who else needs a little cuteness overload for their Monday?

18.01.2022 Hi everyone! I am looking for a place to call home, I don't have a name yet but I'm sure my new owners will think of one that matches my bubbly and outgoing personality. I am a female, approximately 6 weeks old who will receive worming, first vaccination, microchipping and at 6 months old I will be desexed. This will all be included in my adoption fee of $100

18.01.2022 We have two adorable male kittens looking for their forever home! They are estimated to be 12 weeks old, both very playful and healthy. Adoption fee will be $120 each that includes their first vaccination, microchip, parasite control, worming and desexing once they reach 6 months old (this is a requirement). Please contact the clinic if you are interested 07 4787 4949.

17.01.2022 C H R I S T M A S H O U R S Please see our opening hours for the Christmas and New Years period. We will be on call for your furry friends in case of emergencies only. We wish everyone a very fun and safe Christmas/New Years!!

16.01.2022 Our Nexgard special is still in full swing!! Don't miss out!

16.01.2022 NUTRITION DURING PREGNANCY With Dr Jess’ pregnancy now being over what better time that to discuss the importance of nutrition during pregnancy. Growing puppies and kittens take a lot of energy from the mum and as such we need to make sure we support her with the right nutrition during this time. ... Inadequate nutrition during and after pregnancy can lead to multiple health issues for you pet including: - Dystocia (or difficulty delivering babies) - Milk fever (an extremely serious condition which can lead to death in severe cases) - An increased risk of developing mastitis or not producing enough milk for the puppies/kittens to thrive. We recommend transitioning your bitch or queen onto puppy or kitten specific food as soon as pregnancy is confirmed and continuing feeding this until the babies are weaned. The reason is because puppy and kitten food has a higher calorie content it takes a lot of energy to grow babies and then make milk. The other important factor is the calcium in puppy food, in the late stages of pregnancy when the babies develop their skeletons, it uses a lot of the mothers' calcium supply (as does producing milk). If she is not able to get enough calcium from her diet she can develop milk fever, particularly 1-2 weeks after birth when milk production is at it’s highest. If you have any questions regarding how to feed your pregnant pet please do not hesitate to give the clinic a call

14.01.2022 Looking for your next furry companion? Angel Paws are having an adoption day this Saturday in Townsville! Angel Paws have been a massive support to the local Cat Rescue and us, taking on many animals and providing them with loving homes. See below for details!

13.01.2022 NEW PRODUCT ALERT We are trialling 'Bell & Bone' for doggy treats and dental sticks! They are healthy and nutritious treats that come in an array of flavours! They're also Australian Made which compliment our Fit 'n' Flash range. Superfood Dog Treats 150g - $15.99... Coconut & Chia Flaxseed & Turmeric Carob & Ginger Freeze Dried Raw Treats 100g - $15.99 Salmon with Carrot & Kale Kangaroo with Spinach & Kelp Chicken with Broccoli & Ginger Dental Sticks (7 pack): 10-25kg - $15.99 // +25kg - $17.99 Kangaroo with Mint & Turmeric Come in today to grab some goodies for your furry friends!

13.01.2022 We have been overwhelmed with the interest in our Puppy Pre-School that we are now full!! But don't fret! Our next class will be kicking off on Monday 3rd August at 5:30pm If you're interested or would like to know more, please give us a call to have a chat

13.01.2022 This is sleepy little Molly she was attacked by an unknown predator on Friday. As a result her wing was amputated by Dr Jess. She is now recovering at home with her wonderful family. Check out her cute little cone

13.01.2022 Today we celebrate our three gorgeous nurses Brit, Caz and Ruby. Thanks for everything you do every single day. It would take me a whole day just to list everything! You make our days better with constant humour, awesome support and all your hard work. We appreciate the blood, sweat and tears you put into your job. Love Jess, Judy and the patients

12.01.2022 NUTRITION: PUPPIES & KITTENS Nutrition for puppies and kittens is vitally important, the food they eat is fuelling their growth and will set them up for the rest of their life. In order to build strong, healthy bone and organ function they need to eat the right thing. It has been shown that good quality nutrition in the first 12months of life can increase your pet’s life expectancy. Feeding puppies and kittens has come a long way from weetbix and milk. Deficiencies in... certain vitamins, mineral and micronutrients can lead to developmental abnormalities and increase risk of things like arthritis in later life. We recommend all puppies should be fed a premium quality puppy-specific dry biscuits for the first 12months of life. Large breed dogs like Mastiffs, German Shepherds and Great Danes grow very rapidly and have a much larger Skeleton than small or medium breeds, and so should be on a specific large or giant breed premium quality dry food. One of the most important factors in a premium formulated puppy food is the Calcium to Phosphorus ratio. There is an ideal ratio between the two which allows for optimum bone and joint development in growing dogs. Too much or too little of either of these can result in joint development issues. As there is much less variation in size in kittens we recommend all kittens be on a premium kitten biscuit. One of the important components in kitten food is Taurine which is essential for the development and health of heart muscles. Kittens also should be on kitten specific food for the first 12months of their life to encourage optimum growth and health. Bernadette & Frank are pictured below and are both on Hills Vet Essentials Puppy food which we sell in-store! If you have any questions about what to feed your new puppy and kitten, don’t hesitate to ask our friendly team!

11.01.2022 Is anyone else overdue for a haircut like little Bentley? He came into the clinic this afternoon for a check up and was a bundle of fun for our Friday!

10.01.2022 Calling all puppies!! Our LAST PUPPY SCHOOL is coming up - starting TUESDAY 3rd NOVEMBER at 5:30pm 3 classes for $60*... For puppies aged 6-16 weeks A fun place for your puppy to socialise, learn the basics, and help stimulate their brains to aid in development. Check out our most recent Puppy School graduate, Ziggy, in his flash hat! Please call the clinic to register your puppy!! * Payment is required prior to the first class to secure your spot.

10.01.2022 Don't forget out next Puppy School is coming up in a matter of weeks - Monday August 3rd!! Give us a call today to secure your spot!

08.01.2022 Please be aware if you are hunting, Lepto is a higher risk due to heavy rainfall, for you and your dogs. We offer vaccinations to protect your dogs.

08.01.2022 Check out the flyer below to see our latest special!

07.01.2022 We hope everyone had an awesome week! Here is a photo of some cute Huskey puppies with nurse Brittany who came to see us for their first vaccination

07.01.2022 Pippa the 6 week old Bull Arab x Wolfhound, came into the clinic today for her first vaccination, she had a wonderful little support person helping her

06.01.2022 Desexing is a topic us vets tend to bang on about daily. We would like to explain why there are significant benefits for your animals, especially female dogs when they are desexed. A spey is the surgical removal of the uterus and ovaries and has limited complications. Why we spey dogs - Reduces the chance of mammary (breast) cancers developing. In fact, breast cancers are 200 times less likely to develop if a dog is speyed before their first heat (at 6 months old). With ...a small risk of 0.5% of them still developing. If speyed after a single heat the risk increases to 8% then 26% after the second heat. Eliminate the chance of a Pyometra forming. This is an infection in the uterus that fills with pus. ‘Pyo’ is very common in entire females and is a medical emergency that requires immediate veterinary attention to prevent overwhelming infection and death. The most effective treatment is surgery to spey the dog after medical stabilisation. This is a large, significantly higher risk operation than a regular spey (which will cost 3-4 times more than a spey. Eliminates unwanted litter of puppies which involves- monitoring from birth to 8 weeks of age (feeding, worming, vaccinations, microchipping), rehoming multiple puppies, the costs and the time involved. If your dog is pregnant there is a risk of dystocia (birthing difficulties) such as puppies becoming stuck during labour resulting in a caesarean (which will cost 3-4 times more than a spey), the risk of mum rejecting her puppies and possibly getting milk fever. We have seen an increasing number of cases of the above problems in the clinic the past few months and would like to further everyone’s knowledge on the importance of speying your dogs. Please see in comments some photos of a pyometra, caesarean and normal uterus size. See more

06.01.2022 Jax & Sam are our most recent Puppy School graduates! We are excited for our next lot of classes beginning on the 5th of October! To secure your spot, call the clinic today on 4787 4949

05.01.2022 We're halfway to the weekend!! Over the past few days we've had these two little boys stay with us and we can't get enough of them! They will be going on a new adventure to Angel Paws in Townsville this afternoon to soon be adopted into their forever homes

05.01.2022 A reminder that TODAY is your last day to get any medication or food ordered! We will not be doing any more orders until January 5th, so don't miss out!!

04.01.2022 PARVOVIRUS We have been notified that there have been positive cases of Canine Parvovirus in Townsville. It is very likely it will spread to Charters Towers and surrounding areas. Signs to look for:... Lethargic (lack of energy, dull) Vomiting Diarrhoea with blood Off food Infected dogs shed it in their faeces. It is extremely contagious and can stay alive in the environment for years. It can be carried in on car tyres, on your shoes, clothing and during rainfall. The ONLY way to prevent your dog from the virus is to have them fully vaccinated. Puppies are most vulnerable to this virus - they are not protected until 10 days after their last puppy vaccination at 16 weeks of age. DO NOT take your puppy outside your house yard until this time. Last year we had a major outbreak of Parvo here, but also out on stations and properties. Many of these places had never recorded a single case of Parvo, but it had travelled from in town and surrounding areas (Townsville), on car tyres/shoes. We urge you to be pro-active and book an appointment to get your dogs vaccinated. Parvovirus is a traumatic experience for both the dog and their owner. Please call us immediately if your dog is showing signs - DO NOT ENTER THE CLINIC. Ph: 4787 4949

04.01.2022 Happy hump day everyone! Keep an eye out for this weeks Northern Miner to see part of the team from Gold City Vets!

04.01.2022 Thanks to the lovely ladies that donated to Cat Rescue

03.01.2022 Happy Friday everyone! A reminder that our Microchip discount ends next Friday 31st July! All microchips are currently $45 from $59 These guys below took advantage of our awesome sale and got their microchips, along with their first vaccination!

03.01.2022 If the surface is hot on your feet, how do you think your best mate feels? Let's all try to stay cool in this heat!

02.01.2022 MAY: SENIORS MONTH Let's kick off this month with a competition! Any dog over the age of 7 and cat over the age of 10 years are considered senior citizens.... Drop a photo of your senior pet in the comments for your chance to win a brand new Rogz Classic collar! The photo with the most likes by next Tuesday 11th May 5pm will win! If you don't have a senior pet - you can be the judge! Like the photos in the comments to vote for your favourite oldies! Keep an eye on our page in the next week for more senior deals this month! * Photos must be commented on this original post to be eligible in the competition

02.01.2022 Matilda is looking forward to puppy school starting Monday! We have one spot left if your fur-baby would like to attend

02.01.2022 Has your puppy been in isolation for too long and looks as grumpy as Wally below? Well Puppy School is back!! We are kicking off our next class on Monday 6th July at 5:30pm! It's a great opportunity for your puppies to socialise, have fun and learn the basics.... 3 classes for $65! - call the clinic for more information and to book your spot! * Maximum of 6 puppies and 1 owner each pup, per class to maintain Covid-19 restrictions and social distancing rules