These are some of our wonderful staff pets! 🥰 #catsofinstgram #yourpetsarepartofourfamilytoo #thelakeveterinaryhospital
Happy Vet Nurses Day
We wish all Vet Nurses a very happy Vet Nurse Day today. The dedicated day on its own does not do justice to the day to day contributions of Vet Nurses to the industry, in particular at The Lake Veterinary Hospitals. The vets at The Lake Veterinary Hospitals would like to say ‘ THANKYOU’ to …
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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Long weekend
Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable long weekend. Our Belmont practice will be open Saturday 30th September 2023 8am-12noon. All practices will be closed Monday 2nd October 2023 Public Holiday and Reopen on Tuesday 3rd October 2023 at 8am. For all emergencies please contact Newcastle Animal Emergency Centre 4957 7106 https://arecvet.com.au/ Please book online https://www.lakevet.com.au/book-online-charlestown-vet/ …
Summer is fast approaching.
The temperature is on the rise. Help keep animals safe as the mercury rises. Remember… • Don’t take pets away from home unless absolutely necessary • Ensure animals have ample water and shelter • Try to move pets inside if possible • NEVER leave your pet shut up in a car even for very short …
Spring has sprung, which means all the beautiful flowers and plants are starting to bloom!
Did you know, many of the common plants, springtime flowers and fruit trees that can be found in our backyards and local parks have toxins or seeds that can be harmful to our pets? Some examples include Brulfensia (yesterday today tomorrow plant) , Macadamia trees, Sago palms, Lilies to name a few. Take care to …
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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 …
Ticks
We have already seen a few ticks’ cases in the practices. The paralysis tick may be small but can be deadly to your furry friends. Preventatives should be used all year round. We recommend Bravecto for cats and dogs every 3 months or Nexgard for dogs every month. Tick symptoms can include: : wobbly/weakness in …
Allergies
Allergies are a common cause of recurrent skin and ear problems seen in dogs. They can be caused by fleas, dust and pollen,plants or food. A diagnosis can be determined by a thorough allergy questionnaire, looking at the distribution of skin lesions, and/or running an elimination diet trial. If your pet suffers from ongoing itchiness …
Arthritis
Arthritis is a condition that leads to pain and progressive degeneration of the joint. It can affect many aspects of a dog’s life including causing limited mobility, painful joints and a poor quality of life. It is important to look out for signs like limping, slowing down on walks, being slow to rise or having …