West Queanbeyan Veterinary Hospital in Queanbeyan, New South Wales | Veterinary surgeon

West Queanbeyan Veterinary Hospital

Locality: Queanbeyan, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6297 5542

Address: 158 Uriarra Road 2620 Queanbeyan, NSW, Australia

Website: http://westqueanbeyanvet.com.au

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17.01.2022 Happy Birthday Nurse Brittany! WQVH celebrated Nurse Brittany’s Birthday this morning with an amazing cheesecake shared by all including naughty Nurse Norma who happened to find an unguarded piece awaiting Dr Philo! We hope you enjoy your special day Brittany

08.01.2022 Heatstroke Heatstroke is an emergency always see a vet. Even if your pet looks like they may be recovering. Cats and dogs cannot respond to heat in the same way that us humans do. We have sweat glands all over our bodies that help us regulate our temperature, but dogs and cats only have a few in their feet and around their noses. Many animals rely on panting and external cooling to lose heat. ... As the weather heats up, we must be extra careful to provide them with a cool, well-ventilated, and shaded environment with access to clean, cool, fresh drinking water. Consider changing your pets exercise schedule to cooler times of the day, taking shorter/ less intense walks or taking your dog for a swim instead! Brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs, Boxers), overweight and elderly pets are very prone to heatstroke as they are not able to pant (and cool down) as effectively. Heat stroke is a life-threatening condition, and it can happen a lot faster than you may think as little as 5 minutes! If you are considering taking your pet away on holiday over the Summer months remember that it takes at least 10 days for your pet to acclimate to its surrounding climate. So even if your pet regularly goes for long walks, they might not cope in a more hot or humid climate! You can provide them initial Emergency First Aid at home until you can get to a Vet! Top 5 signs of Heatstroke 1 Heavy, open mouth panting 2 Drooling- thick, stringy saliva 3 Bright red gums 4 Weakness, distress, collapse 5 Vomiting & diarrhoea If you think your pet has heatstroke or showing signs: Stop activity and remove your pet from the hot environment immediately. Apply or spray tepid water onto the animal’s fur and skin. (Do not use ice-cold water or ice as this causes the superficial blood vessels to constrict and PREVENT heat loss) Wetting down the area around your pet can also help. Turn on the fan/ air conditioner/ open windows in your car. Take your pet to the nearest Veterinarian immediately. Call WQVH (6297 5542) on your way and our team will be READY and waiting when you arrive. PREP - DON’T FORGET TO CHECK: * Water Bowls are FULL! * Provide shade * Cool them off - lightly mist your pets with water or wipe with a wet towel * Bring them inside (if possible) out of the heat

04.01.2022 Best weekend plan ever!!

02.01.2022 IT’s HOT Help your furry family members BEAT THE HEAT! It’s VERY important during hot weather to ensure your pets water bowls are FULL to stay HYDRATED during the long hot days and as something special just for them you can also help your pet COOL OFF by offering them Frozen Treats! ... Dogs Half-fill an ice cream container with water and Freeze, then You can place some: liver-treats, Schmackos or other favoured treats in a layer, then fill to the top with water and freeze again. This will make a giant flavoured ice-block to provide hours of icy enjoyment for your dog while you are out. Cats Fill ice cube trays or cups and toss in tiny pieces of tuna or kibble. Rabbits You can try giving them cool things like ice cubes, your bunny will surely enjoy playing with ice cubes. They may even chew on them. Your bunny will enjoy a frozen water bottle (lid secure) laying in the floor of their cage to sit next too! If you have any concerns about your pet during the summer heat call WQVH on 6297 5542 and speak with one of our team!