As we bask in the summer sun, it’s important to remember that August to March marks peak paralysis tick season in Australia. Paralysis ticks are one of the most dangerous parasites in Australia, with cats and dogs at risk of paralysis and even death from just one adult tick bite. The good news is that …
🎉Happy National Cats at Day!
These are some of our wonderful staff pets! 🥰 #catsofinstgram #yourpetsarepartofourfamilytoo #thelakeveterinaryhospital
Beware: Spring is here and the snakes will start to appear!
We most commonly see snakes around the Hunter region, especially near waterways such as creeks and dams. All pet owners are advised to check their yards regularly regardless of your location and always be mindful of any dangers that may present themselves to you and your pets. If you find a snake in your yard, …
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R U Ok Day
We are proudly supporting R U Ok Day. It is an opportunity to place more emphasis on having regular and meaningful conversations with those around us. Thus, making a difference to help lend an ear to listen or support those that need a shoulder to lean on. We all got together at work today for …
Canine Blood Donors Needed
Canine blood donors help ensure we have enough emergency blood supply.
Easter Hours 2023
CLOSED 7th April Good Friday8th April Easter SaturdayBelmont ONLY Open 8am-12noon. Public Holiday Surcharge will apply.CLOSED 9th April Easter SundayCLOSED 10th April Easter MondayTuesday 11th April OPEN 8am For all emergencies please contactNewcastle Animal Emergency Centre4957 7106
Chocolate Toxicity
Easter is a time that most of us look forward to, allowing us guilt free consumption of lots of CHOCOLATE. Our pets, particularly dogs also have a sweet tooth for chocolate. Unfortunately for them, Ingestion of chocolate can be life-threatening. Clinical signs of chocolate toxicity include: :hyperactivity :anxiousness :vomiting :diarrhoea :abnormal heart rhythms. These cases …
Introducing our new puppy school trainer Bec
Bec is a dedicated and caring veterinary nurse, receptionist and Delta Trainer who joined our team in 2020. Bec has completed a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (2016) and Certificate IV in Animal Behavior and Training (2023). Bec loves behavior and puppy training and now runs our puppy training classes at Belmont and Charlestown. Bec …
To all our loyal clients and furry friends:
We will be CLOSED on Saturday 11th February Please make sure to organise any medication or food collection prior to 4pm Friday 10th February afternoon. We apologise for any inconvenience. For any out of hours emergencies contact Newcastle Animal Emergency Centre 49577106. We will reopen on Monday 13th February at 8am. Wishing everyone a beautiful …
Watch out for Mushrooms in your yard?
Have you seen mushrooms popping up in your yards after the recent wet and humid weather? 🍄Did you know Mushrooms can be very toxic to our pets if they eat them!Mushrooms can pop up anywhere in your yard, parks, walkways, and garden beds. Please regularly check your yards and surrounds for mushrooms especially if your …