Orana Veterinary Service

15/11/2023

By desexing your furry friend you are:

🐾Preventing Unwanted Litters: Desexing is an effective way to prevent unwanted pregnancies. Dogs can become pregnant as early as 6 months of age, and cats by 4 months of age, so it is important to desex them before this time.

🐾Preventing Roaming: Desexing commonly reduces behavioural problems such as roaming, aggression, and urine marking in males. In females, it prevents mating behaviour.

🐾Helping Your Pets Stay Healthy: Desexed animals are generally less likely to suffer from conditions such mammary and ovarian cancer & pyometras in females and prostate problems in males.

🐾Keep Your Pets Around Longer: Desexing reduces the risk of pets developing numerous health concerns, including certain cancers. Research also shows that desexed animals can actually live longer.

If you're looking to have your pet desexed or if you want to know more about desexing, call our friendly staff on (02) 6800 1722 or email us at [email protected]

🐰P.S We can desex Rabbits, Ferrets and Guinea Pigs! 🐰

14/11/2023

🐾Happy hump day!🐾.

Post a picture of your pet down below to brighten our day& help get us through the rest of the week! 🐸🐹🐭🐱🐶🐴

14/11/2023

🐾Walking your pooch provides mental stimulation, physical exercise, chances for socialization, and opportunities for behavioral training. Moreover, it gets both of you out and about while helping to grow the bond you have with pup.🐾

13/11/2023

⏰BUSINESS HOURS⏰

Anything out of these hours is classified as ‘Afterhours’ and incurs and Afterhours fee. 🐾

09/11/2023

🏠☎️📧 Have you updated your address, phone number or email recently? 🏠☎️📧

Please let us know if you have as you may miss important vaccination reminders or pet & clinic updates!

Call us on 6800 1722 or email [email protected] to update these!

07/11/2023

Edit: We are back up and running!

🚨IMPORTANT NOTICE🚨

Our phone lines are currently down due to technical issues.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Our team is working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

If your calls are unsuccessful, please email: [email protected]

Thank you for your patience and understanding. 🐾🐶🐱

29/10/2023

🦸‍♂️HERO FOR THE DAY🦸‍♀️

This brave greyhound generously donated her blood to a patient that was in great need of a blood transfusion today 🩸.The team at Orana are very grateful to have clients like this to help us when we are in need.

We hope everyone has had a great weekend! 😁⭐️

25/10/2023

🐱💉F3 VACCINE SHORTAGE 💉🐱

Unfortunately our suppliers have advised us today that there is a nationwide shortage of all feline vaccines, with severely limited stock until next year. This means that our ability to provide cat vaccinations will be limited until January. If your cat urgently needs vaccinating, eg, for boarding, please contact us on 02 6800 1722 and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We thank all our clients for their understanding in these frustrating circumstances.

08/10/2023

🐶 MISSING DOG 🐶

This handsome boy was handed in by a member of the public today. He was found bravely crossing the golden hwy out near Boothenba Road. 🐕

He is NOT microchipped so unfortunately we cannot get onto his owners directly. ❌📞

Very friendly and not desexed.

We will be ringing the pound for collection as we cannot hold him here for too long.

If this is your dog ring the clinic on 1800 672 628
and provide proof of ownership. 😄🐾❤️

23/09/2023

⚠️EMERGENCY PHONE NOW WORKING⚠️

We are pleased to advise our emergency contact number is now back up and running.

Please call us on 0499 972 628 for any after hour emergencies.

🐾❤️

21/09/2023

ORANA BOARDING KENNELS AND CATTERY 🐾

If anybody is interested in working with animals, the Orana Boarding Kennels are looking for someone new to join their team as an attendant.

See photo below for details and contact Sam on her email provided. ⭐️

26/08/2023

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL DOG DAY!

Did you know that today is international dog day!? 🐶
The team at Orana Vet would love to see all of our wonderful patients to celebrate. 🎊🎉
Pop a photo of your fury friend into the comments for us to see! 👀

31/07/2023

🐾MASSIVE THANKS FROM OUR TEAM🐾

The team at Orana Veterinary Services are all smiles after this generous gift we received from an anonymous member of the public.

Gestures like this make everything we do worth while and we are made to feel even more special than before.

Thank you to the person that organised the delivery of our sweet fix for the afternoon, you definitely have made our day brighter.

There may or may not be some missing already…
❤️

04/07/2023

🥲LOST BUNNY🥲

This handsome man was handed in by a member of the public this afternoon. He was found around Wahroonga Park and then was dropped to us. 😁
If this is your rabbit please ring the team on 📞6800 1722 to organise a time to come down and pick him up.

24/06/2023

⭐️⭐️ WE ARE LOOKING FOR ANOTHER RECEPTIONIST TO JOIN OUR TEAM ⭐️⭐️

About the Role

•Answering phone calls and making appointments for veterinary services
•Greeting all visitors and customers to the hospital
•Daily banking, point of sales and retail stock management
•Recommending retail and preventative products to pet parents
•Carrying out general administration and invoicing duties


About You

•Previous experience in a Reception and Customer Service setting
•Ability to build outstanding rapport with a variety of clients
•A love of animals and passion for helping people and their pets
•Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Attention to detail, punctuality and reliability
•The ability to empathise and remain compassionate in a busy and varied role
•Strong time management and organisational skills

If this sounds like you, please forward a resume to [email protected]

🐶

09/06/2023

LOST GINGER CAT 🐾

Are you missing your cat?
Ginger cat has been handed in by a member of the public and needs medical attention please give us a call on 1800 672 628 🐾

29/05/2023

Did you know we stock a range of Hills Prescription Diet for cats and dogs?
If we don’t have your usual in stock we can order it in for you!

To check stock or to place an order please call our friendly staff on 02 6800 1722. 🐶

25/05/2023

Are you a bulldog owner? Does your dog snore, have exercise intolerance, loud breathing noises, regurgitate or vomit regularly, or have interrupted sleep? 😴

Your dog may be suffering from Brachycephalic Obstructional Airway Syndrome, also known as BOAS!

This affects breeds such as French, English, British and Aussie bulldogs, pugs, boston terriers, cavaliers, mastiffs, shih-tzu’s, pekingese, and shar pei’s (and a few others!!).

BOAS refers to the obstruction of a brachycephalic dogs airways, that would otherwise not usually occur in other breeds. These obstructions are caused by:

1️⃣ Stenotic nares - these are very narrow or small nostril openings
2️⃣ Overlong soft palate - this interferes with airflow causing noisy breathing and/or snoring
3️⃣ Overly thick soft palate - this makes breathing tougher, and can get worse with age
4️⃣ Everted laryngeal saccules - pr*****ed part of the larynx, increasing airway obstruction
5️⃣ Swollen and everted tonsils - causes inflammation, further restricting airways.

Here at Orana Vets, we offer 5/5 BOAS corrective surgery for your dogs to help them not only breathe easier, but have an increased quality of life!

Please give us a call today, and book in an appointment with our BOAS Surgeon, Dr Mervin Pajate, for more information and to assess your pets need for corrective surgery! 🐶

For more information on all things Bulldogs & BOAS, follow the below link from Melbourne Bulldog Clinic

https://melbournebulldogclinic.com.au/bulldog-health/airways/

24/05/2023

ARE YOU MISSING A FUR BABY?

This handsome little chap was handed in by a member of the public tonight.

He is not microchipped unfortunately so we are unable to get in contact with his owners 😔
He was found around Carnegie Avenue/Delroy Park Area at around 5:30pm.

Please let us know if he is yours 🫶🏼
We are currently closed but our doors will be open at 9am tomorrow.

20/05/2023

🎆FIREWORKS START AT 8PM TONIGHT! 🎇

Here are some tips to help keep your babies comfortable, as well as ensuring all pets microchips and ID tags are up to date so that if they do escape you then have the best chance of being contacted!

We hope you all have a happy and safe weekend.

- Orana Veterinary Service team 🐶

14/05/2023

🐩 HAPPY MOTHERS DAY TO ALL OUR BEAUTIFUL MUMS OUT THERE 💕

🍼 Pictured are just a few of our happy mums and bubs 🐶🥰

Post your own photos below, we’d love to see them!

17/04/2023

🕊️ We have received another lost bird!
If you’ve lost your budgie, please send through a photo or tell us the band number (ANBC) so we can confirm ownership and get this cutie home! 🦜

14/04/2023

🦜 Is anyone missing a cute little bird?
We have had one brought in to the clinic today,
Please send through a photo so we can verify if it’s yours! 🕊️

14/04/2023

🦮 Is your pet due for a vaccination? Give us a call today on 02 6800 1722 to book in, or to find out when your furbaby is due! 🐕‍🦺

05/04/2023

The team at Orana Vets would like to wish our clients a safe and fun Easter break! 🐣🐰

We wish to advise of our opening hours over the Easter break:

❌ FRIDAY 7th April - EMERGENCIES ONLY*🚨

✅ SATURDAY 8th April - OPEN AS NORMAL

❌ SUNDAY 9th April - EMERGENCIES ONLY*🚨

❌ MONDAY 10th April - EMERGENCIES ONLY*🚨

🚑 Should you require emergency veterinary care for your pet over the Easter break, the On Call team at Orana Vets are happy to answer your call by phoning our clinic number on (02) 6800 1722 between 6am - 11:30pm. If your calling outside the outlined hours, please hold the line and follow the prompts to reach out after hours mobile.

⬇️ Be sure to check out the dangers of Easter goodies with our pets below! ⬇️

As we approach Easter, it is important to remind pet owners about the dangers of Easter goodies for our furry friends! 🍫🐣🐰🥚

❌ Chocolate ❌
It is extremely important to remember that chocolate and pets DO NOT mix! Chocolate contains a chemical compound called Theobromine, which in conjunction with caffeine, contributes to the reason chocolate is so toxic to our pets. Chocolates have various concentrations of these compounds, meaning NO chocolate is safe! If you believe your pet has eaten chocolate, or is actively displaying symptoms such as diarrhea or vomiting, call your veterinarian IMMEDIATELY!

❌Hot cross buns❌
Hot cross buns generally contain raisins and sultanas, which are actually toxic to our pets! Consumption of raisins and sultanas can lead to sudden onset kidney failure, which can be deadly! If you believe your pet has ingested raisins and sultanas, or is actively displaying symptoms such as diarrhea or vomiting, call your veterinarian IMMEDIATELY!

*Emergency/afterhours rates apply.

05/03/2023

LOST

Are you missing this little cherub? Found by a member of the public making her way out of Dubbo toward Narromine on the highway! Female, approx 6-10 weeks old, NOT microchipped. If you own her or know who does, please contact us on (02) 6800 1722 and provide proof of ownership to pick her up! 🐾

05/03/2023

LOST

Found on Durraween Lane and brought in by member of public. Approx 3/4 month old Kelpie X pup, male. NO Microchip. If this little cutie is yours, please contact the clinic with proof of ownership! 🐾

24/02/2023

https://www.seek.com.au/job/61466820

This is truly an opportunity to join a fast-paced clinic that no two days are ever the same.

20/02/2023

A quick response required

Just bought one for home.
Should I buy a second for the staff room.

10/02/2023

10/02/2023

Platypus Update!

Many of you will remember the platypus that was brought in to us just before Australia day. We are happy to report she has been returned to the wild. The team at Taronga Western Plains Zoo have done an excellent job of rehabilitating her and capturing her story in this video.

10/02/2023

https://www.seek.com.au/job/60297626

100% Locally Owned and Operated. Once you walk inside you realize that your pets are our passion.

05/02/2023

Position Available

We have one fantastic opportunity for a Receptionist with a minimum of 2+ years’ experience in a client facing role.
The position will be casual but working 3 days a week being Tuesday-Thursday.

We will need you to have:
• Exceptional customer service skills and a welcoming demeanour
• Strong organizational skills
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Good computer skills
• 2+ years previous client facing experience
• Vet industry experience is preferred but not essential

If this position is of interest please email your CV to [email protected]

04/02/2023

Dubbo there is now another option for Large Animal.
Everyone has been asking for alternatives and thanks to Greg & Georgia for answering the call.

02/02/2023

OWNER FOUND

URGENT - LOST DOG HIT BY CAR

Female, not microchipped and injured. Was hit by car just outside the clinic, was running with a cattle dog type dog. Some wonderful motorists stopped to assist. If this is your dog or you know who owns it, please contact us urgently on 02 6800 1722 as this dog needs medical attention.

25/01/2023

💚💛Happy Australia Day! 💚💛

Drs Vikki and Lydia were treated to a truly Australian experience last night when a local member of the public brought in a platypus that had it's foot entangled in a lure. Some quick research was conducted and the platypus was anaesthetised so the lure could be safely removed.

She will receive one last check up this morning before being released where she was found hopefully later today.

A timely reminder that, when using our waterways, it is important to be mindful of the amazing creatures we share them with!

22/01/2023

Entry Level Position

Now we are starting to settle in we are excited about now offering two entry Level positions.

These positions are aimed at people wanting an opportunity to join the team and learn as you study to become one of our future stars in Vet Nursing.

The expectation will be you will start out as an animal attendant and work your way up.

Key Attributes

Flexible with availability as we are a 24/7 facility and work a rotating roster
Keen to study and learn
Be able to follow simple instructions
Reliability is a must
Availability for immediate start

Please forward all enquiries and resumes to [email protected]

20/01/2023

A few happy snaps in the early hours.