Kulnura Veterinary Clinic

27/07/2026

Don’t forget Tom is doing a clinic day at KVC next Monday. Perfect to get your overdue vaccines sorted. By appointment only.

08/07/2026

The weather gods stopped us from getting the gardens back in shape for Dr Tom’s first clinic day at KULNURA but that didn’t stop the clients from having a great time. Final year Veg Student Darcy was Dr Tom’s offsides for the day. happy that all our 4 legged friends, big and small can still be looked after now that DrAnna is no longer working. Having Vet on the Road use the old Kulnura Clinic once a month means locals don’t need to travel long distances to get the same great care they were used to. Dr Tom does farm calls to all around the district. Thanks Dr Tom!

22/06/2026

Dr Sandra is our leading goat vet here in Australia. If you own goats her blogs and info sheets are a must have and read.

Do you subscribe to my blog ? Many goat owners do - see https://goatvetoz.com.au/blog I have just written a blog post about Australian goat breeders responsibilities for their goats' welfare.

19/06/2026

Fantastic news. You should see some new signs going up on the road soon - Vet on the Road will be runnings consults from the Kulnura Vet Clinic on the first Monday of every month! Tom is still doing house calls all over the coast for all creatures big and small on other days.

This is such a win for not only KVC clients who can't be seen due to Dr Anna's injury and ill health, but for new residents to the area as well. If you don't need a house call for your dog and cat Tom is initially doing consults at the clinic on the first Monday of each month, and is happy for larger animals to pop in as well.

Consultations are by appointment only.

KVC clients who are on the Bravecto Rewards program or ordering food or preventatives through KVC can still do so. Sonya is still taking orders which will be available to pick up at the clinic on that first Monday or by arrangement with Sonya. Just message here or email [email protected].

To organise bookings with Dr Tom
Call: 0490 877 553
E: [email protected]

Or fill in an online booking form on their website

Contact Vet On The Road for stress-free home vet visits across the Central Coast. We're here to help with all your animal care needs. Get in touch today!

05/06/2026

Listen up good people - pardon the pun. Please note Monday 27th of July, 2pm AEST in your diary.

Aus alert goes live later this year - and they are testing it on 27/7/26. If it's anything like the one in the USA when it goes off, I have been there a few times when we have been in catastrophic weather events, it is VERY LOUD. Animals don't like it. I wouldn't want to be on a horse when it goes off (Or leading one for that matter), or have my anxious staffy have conniptions as every phone and device in the house goes off around it.
The Govt website explains how it works and what to do to silence it.

At the time of the test, a single Critical AusAlert test will be sent to every mobile device in Australia. Everyone with a compatible phone or other device in Australia can expect to receive the alert.

20/04/2026

16/04/2026

What a great free education opportunity. There is a lot of misinformation about looking after goats and sheep - if you own some of these lovely animals see if you can make it along to this LLS event.
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1364203975743569&set=a.154392563391389

Are you a small producer, hobby farmer, or proud owner of pet sheep and goats? 🐑 🐐

Join us for our free workshop for simple, practical tips to keep them thriving – covering identification, worm control, and more!

📅 2 May | Tuggerah

Register for this NSW Government workshop 👉 https://bit.ly/4rP0Z6d

03/04/2026

***Dr Tom is her on Tuesday morning 14/4. Contact vet on the road direct for bookings *****.

Great news!!! Dr Tom from Vet on the Road will be seeing my old clients at Kulnura Vet Clinic for vaccinations and non hospital cases.
This saves you the time and hassle of heading down to the flat lands. He is doing limited days/times but trying to co-ordinate it for when Sonya is here so you can get your preventative meds and food at the same time.
Please get in touch with Dr Tom if you are interested.

02/04/2026

Beware of Pasture-Associated Stringhalt in Horses 🐴

Recent dry conditions across southern Australia have triggered a spike in cases of pasture-associated stringhalt (PAS) in horses. This seasonal neurological condition, caused by ingestion of flatweed (Hypochaeris radicata), poses significant risks to equine health. Early detection and immediate pasture management are critical for recovery.
Pasture-associated stringhalt is a debilitating neuromuscular disorder in horses, characterized by abnormal hindlimb movement. Outbreaks are most commonly observed during periods of drought when forage is scarce, leading horses to consume normally unpalatable weeds like flatweed.

Flatweed, which survives dry conditions due to its deep taproot, contains a neurotoxin that targets the peripheral nervous system—especially the long sciatic nerves of the hind limbs in horses. This toxin is not a mycotoxin, nor is it associated with dandelions (Taraxacum officinale), which have been mistakenly implicated due to their similar appearance. Drought and frost conditions appear to amplify the concentration or potency of this neurotoxin in the flatweed plants.
Symptoms of Stringhalt typically develop within 7–21 days of ingestion. Early signs include difficulty walking backward and mild incoordination. Without intervention, the condition can rapidly worsen. Routine checks are recommended for early detection, we recommend a twice weekly check that your horse can walk a few steps backwards during ‘flatweed season’. Diagnosis by your veterinarian is supported by dietary history and pasture inspection.

Immediate removal from affected pasture is crucial. Horses should be provided with hay (2% of body weight/day), ideally with a mix of lucerne and grass hay. We find that quick recovery is often linked to keeping a horse calm and steady during the recovery period, which reduces the misfiring of the nervous system and the incoordination of the legs, which would normally agitate a horse and lead to further nerve aggravation or even injury.

We have had many successful outcomes after pasture-associated Stringhalt with Kohnke’s Own Mag-E, as a daily supplement to provide essential nutrients required by the nervous system for proper nerve and muscle function. Mag-E® provides a special source of highly absorbable organic magnesium chelate and high potency antioxidant vitamin E. A higher initial dose of double or triple the normal dose for the first 7-10 days has found to be helpful in many cases.

Kohnke’s Own Tox Target can also be helpful for horses during recovery. Tox Target is a broad-spectrum mycotoxin binder, with multiple binders that facilitate the binding of mycotoxins, especially those that originate from pasture and hay. Tox Target does not bind flatweed’s specific toxin (it’s not a mycotoxin), but it can bind many environmental mycotoxins that may otherwise exacerbate nerve damage and prolong recovery time.

Recovery ranges from 6 weeks to 18 months, influenced by the original amount of toxin intake, timing of intervention, and management. Cold weather can slow healing, thus stabling and rugging during winter is advised.

Eradicating flatweed from paddocks remains the only sure prevention. Horse owners should act immediately upon noticing symptoms and consult veterinarians for diagnosis and management. Nutritional advice is available through Kohnke’s Own support channels.

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