Holistic Vets Newcastle in Newcastle, New South Wales | Alternative & holistic health service

Holistic Vets Newcastle

Locality: Newcastle, New South Wales

Phone: +61 421 501 977

Address: The Pet Shop Boyz 5 Channel Road Mayfield West 2304 Newcastle, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 ++ Pet allergies on the rise ++ There was an interesting article in the guardian last week about allergies being on the rise in dogs and cats. That is certainly our experience on the frontlines. There are a lot more animals with allergies these days and it is interesting to speculate why. Allergies can be worse at this time of year with the plants all bursting to life. One thing for sure if your four-legged family member has allergies or suspected allergies, a holsitic approa...ch to their care will yield the best results in the long term. Please book in a consultation to discuss what is best for your pooch or puss: [email protected] For the full article https://cutt.ly/Pet_Allergies Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

24.01.2022 ++ Swans Swimming ++ Spring has sprung! ABC Newcastle sends this lovely vision from the pond alongside Cormorant Road on Newcastle's Kooragang Island. Be sure you have your sound turned on, and perhaps you can guess which Tchaikovsky piece accompanies their paddle? Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

23.01.2022 ++ Hoppy International Rabbit Day ++ DID YOU KNOW....? September 26th was International Day? ... Rabbits have long ears, short fluffy tails and soft fur making them an ideal 'cute' pet. Unfortunately though they are misunderstood in many ways. They can be killed for meat or for their fur, used as bait in sports as well as being seen as pests in various countries. They are often viewed as the 'cheaper' alternative to people/families wanting a pet other than your typical companion cat or dog. However don't be fooled...Rabbit's are very intelligent mammal blooded animals whose characteristic's show that they can be just as terrific and lovable in nature just like any cat or dog when brought up in a loving home environment and given the attention they deserve. Rabbits are sociable animals and love your attention or that of a companion bunny friend. Just because they are small and not as common household pets as cats or dogs, does not warrant them to have any less attention from their owners or mean that they need to receive minimal veterinary care. Rabbits are by no means a 'cheaper' pet to have. They can suffer many different illnesses which can be costly due to requiring specialised veterinary personal, equipment, research and often trial and error treatments. This day is dedicated for the rabbits (or bunnies) to achieve mindfulness the plight they are confronting as well as educate the public on rabbit pet ownership. Pictured Dr Kathy and "junior vet" Poppy getting ready to take some blood from Gipsy to run a 'Geriatric Health Profile' to check Gipsy's overall health and well being now that she is in her senior years. Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

22.01.2022 ++ Its spring so lets talk rabbits! ++ Rabbit Myths By Meghan Poynter As part of our recent Facebook post acknowledging International Rabbit Day, over the coming weeks we would like to educate people about rabbits and crush some common 'myths'! Pictured is Gipsy getting check up and blood tests with Dr Kathy, who is ably assisted by Poppy.... MYTH #1: Rabbits require less maintenance compared to cats or dogs as pets I have come across people asking me if they should get a rabbit as the family pet instead of a dog or cat as they may wish to travel, be working families, be time poor or consider financial circumstances when deciding what pet to bring into their family life. By all means rabbits are not the "cheaper" option. Rabbits require daily socialising with their owners (especially single rabbits), their housing, food and water need to be cleaned, restocked multiple times a day. Fresh food and sourcing the right food is a must for bunnies and due to their complex nature of their digestive systems maintaining a healthy well balanced diet is an essential role to all bunny parents. FINALLY....I highly recommend adopting a pet rabbit. I have adopted from the Rabbit Sanctuary twice and have had a pleasant experience. There are also other adoption organisations out there. If you have a rabbit question or need guidance on your pet rabbit or how to obtain a pet rabbit please feel free to email Meghan at [email protected] https://cutt.ly/rabbitsanctuary Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

20.01.2022 https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1343212966028437

17.01.2022 Happy Mother’s Day to all the pet mums out there! Our babies come in all shapes, sizes and species

16.01.2022 ++ Relax, unwind at Body & Face Thyme ++ We are proud to help support local businesses. We would like to get the word out there for Lee King-Smith's Beauty, Massage and Nutritional services. Lee does a range of wonderful therapies such as Indian Head Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Facials etc. Lee is very well equipped with her nutritional and beauty knowledge and she puts in hard effort and research to make her own facial toners for example, to use on her clients havin...g facials. Her toners are made from natural substances and foods - some from her very own homegrown garden. Not only do they work wonders and feel great on your skin they are deliciously yummy smelling! So next time you feel like some pampering without all the toxic chemicals contact Lee (see above for her details). Lee will be happy to guide you through a relaxing beauty/massage routine. She is located in peaceful East Maitland/Louth Park area. Also check out her Facebook page and Instagram (below) for more info. https://bit.ly/BodyNFaceThymeFB https://bit.ly/BodyNFaceThymeInstagram Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

15.01.2022 ++ New arrival to our team ++ Meghan welcomes Bub number 2! Welcome to the world little Saylor Roni! Back on the 22nd June 2020 Meghan, husband Shayne and Big Sister Poppy welcomed the newest addition to their family. An unexpected, but quick and quite exciting home birth for all, Saylor was in a hurry to meet everyone and was born at 4.36am weighing 2.82kg. She was safely and swiftly delivered on Meghan's lounge room floor with the help of four Paramedics. Certainly a stor...y to tell at Saylor's 21st. All family members (including feathered and furry) are well and are enjoying having Saylor in their company and Poppy is thriving as a very loving big sister. Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

14.01.2022 ++ Bestie Balancers - Superfood for Cats ++ As you know we are passionate about healthy, natural diets. We are excited to stock a healthy supplement to easily balance cooked and raw food diets for cats. Cats thrive on a fresh, high-meat diet, but meat alone doesn't give cats all they need. Bestie's superfood blend of 22 all-natural ingredients adds what's missing to make complete and balanced fresh meals, plus extras for joint, gut and immune system health. This great prod...uct was developed here in Newcastle. Bestie is: - 100% human grade - made in Australia - at least 87% Australian ingredients Call 0421 501 977 or shop Bestie at http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

13.01.2022 ++ DID YOU KNOW..? ++ Today is celebrate WORLD BEE DAY! Let's celebrate the importance of Bees, as without Bees there would be no me or no you! Bees are essential to keeping us healthy and our earth sustainable by spending their lives working to provide us with an abundance of food and flowers. Bees have been declared as the most important species on our planet. Bees are beautiful, collaborative, hard working creatures and without them we wouldn’t survive.... Bee involved: - wear yellow - plant Bee friendly herbs, flowers or trees - place a Beehive in your garden - buy chemical free fruits and veggies - organise a garden lunch with honey - celebrate Bee day with your community .and remember every day is Bee Day! For more info https://bit.ly/World_Bee_Day_AUS Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

10.01.2022 ++ Bereavement Support Day July 2020 ++ We are proud to announce we have another day coming up soon in July. See the flyer above. Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

06.01.2022 ++ Tick Season has started ++ Whilst the spring rains were welcome they have signalled the start of the paralysis tick season for the year. Ticks are a real risk for animals who live near or walk through bushland areas, as the natural host is the bandicoot. For primarily indoor animals there should be little risk. Check them daily, especially around the head, neck and bottom. Add a small amount of garlic to the food ): max 1 clove per 20 kg bodyweight daily). This will act as... a natural flea and tick deterrent. If you live in a tick prone area then chemical prevention may be needed. I suggest the spot on type rather than the type that are taken internally. If we get a wet spring they will stay active. If it dries out, the risk will reduce. For any specific guidance please text or email for a consultation and to discuss what is most appropriate for your situation. Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

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06.01.2022 ++ Bereavement Support Day ++ .Don't forget to SAVE the Date! See you there ... Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

05.01.2022 ++ Kids at loose ends this school holidays? ++ Have you seen the Newcastle Art Gallery's Draw Your Pet with Michael Bell Zoom sessions on 6-8 October? It's sure to book out (it's free!), so click through now and check it out https://cutt.ly/DrawYourPet... Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

04.01.2022 ++ Donations for Wildlife affected by NSW Bushfires ++ In December Holistic Vets Newcastle donated $400's worth of food and medical supplies to local wildlife rescue groups to help carers continue to care for and treat wildlife affected by the NSW Bushfire crisis. This just goes to show how much products you can purchase for $400 and to think that there has been so many wildlife species affected no wonder wildlife carers are very stressed with how to keep up with the ongoing ...costs with providing crucial care. They receive no real Government Funding and we believe it is vital to support those who are volunteering their time to help keep our species afloat. We met Hayley (pictured right) through a Facebook post where she had very kindly given her time to help local wildlife rescue organisations, as like many of us, she too was deeply saddened by such loss and suffering of our wildlife amongst these devastating bushfires. We supported the following rescue groups: Hunter Wildlife, Upper Hunter Wildlife, Port Stephens Koalas, Taree Showgrounds RSPCA with our donations. We have also contacted pharmacies to see if they can aid with donating Flamazine (cream to treat burns). A big shout out to Alan and the team at Visionary Pharmacy in Hamilton for their generous donation of many tubs of their own special formulation burn cream which were distributed to local groups in need. Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME

02.01.2022 Watch for separation distress as we move back to the office Things appearing to be moderating for now with regards the coronavirus pandemic and it’s impacts on our daily lives. As I speak to clients it seems many are returning to their usual work habits and patterns, spending longer away from home that has been the case the past three months. As you go about preparing to return to the office, and the gym and go out to dinner again, spare a thought for your animals, especia...Continue reading

01.01.2022 ++ Holistic Vets now sponsors cow herd ++ We are pleased to announce that we now sponsor a group of around 75 cattle who live on a Hare Krishna farm near Cessnock. Cattle are some of Dr Kathy’s favourite animals so we are pleased to help these gentle giants. The cattle live peacefully on the farm until they die of natural causes, usually of old age. This is a rare thing in Australia where most cattle die young: male dairy calves are killed when just babies, meat animals are... killed at around 2 years of age, and cows are killed when their milk production or fertility reduce. It is rare to see old cows anywhere but here. We are honoured to provide our services free. However we will be looking to fundraise to help with the cost of medical supplies and also to buy basic equipment needed for their care. Watch this space for more news. Find out more about the cows here: https://bit.ly/we_love_cows Call 0421 501 977 or check out http://bit.ly/HolisticVetsHOME