Lorn Veterinary Hospital

24/09/2025

A heads up for pet owners 🐶

We're visiting R.H. Taylor Reserve in Lorn next Wednesday 1 October to help stop the spread of local weeds🍀

Crews will be carrying out a broadleaf spray across the day and during this time, the reserve will be closed to the public.

Please ensure you keep your furry friends away from the area while spraying takes place 🐶

23/08/2025

It makes you question every glass of water left unattended 🤭
Do you have a cat that does this?

20/08/2025

Meet Murphy 🐾

This gorgeous German Shepherd came in Monday to see Dr Brett.
Just look at him, waiting like a champ 😍

20/08/2025

Meet Tamanui 🐾

How majestic he is! This Maine C**n came in Saturday to see Dr Pam Byron.

15/08/2025

Check out these cuties getting quite the surprise 🥲

14/08/2025

Just a heads up for clients!
We will be closing at 6pm tonight instead of 10pm 🐾

31/07/2025

Please be aware of ticks still present during winter months. Keep up to date with tick preventatives but please be mindful that no topical or oral treatment is 100% effective.
Be aware of symptoms, and call and ask us if you have any questions or concerns 🐾

04/07/2025

Please remember, if you find an injured bat do not touch it, and call Wires or Hunter Wildlife. Only those who have received rabies vaccines and are trained, should handle bats 🦇

We are deeply saddened to hear that the man recently diagnosed with Australian Bat Lyssavirus (ABLV) in northern NSW has passed away. Our thoughts are with his loved ones during this tragic time.

Although less than 1% of bats are estimated to carry the lyssavirus WIRES is joining NSW Health in urging the public to not put yourself at any risk by never touching or handling a bat.

Even well-meaning attempts to help can lead to bites or scratches, and while lyssavirus is rare, it is almost always fatal once symptoms appear.
It is really important that anyone receiving a bite or scratch seek medical treatment as soon as possible.
Learn more at ⤵️
https://hubs.la/Q03vSWl60

🦇 Australian bats are a threatened species and protected by law and are vital to maintaining healthy ecosystems.
REMEMBER: NO TOUCH, NO RISK.

Call WIRES on 1300 094 737 or your nearest wildlife rescue group so a trained and vaccinated wildlife volunteer can attend and safely assist the animal.

01/07/2025

Symptoms of arthritis in dogs 🐕

Have you noticed changes in your aging dog? Please give us a call to book a vet consultation to discuss treatment options. See picture below, which highlights common areas where arthritis occurs.
Signs/symptoms of arthritis;

- Difficulty getting up and down
- Walking stiffly
- Lameness in one or more legs
- Crepitus (a creaking or grating sound) in the joint when in motion
- Reluctance to go up and down stairs
- Reluctance to jump (onto or off furniture or into or out of a vehicle)
- Stiff, swollen, or sore joints
- Reluctance to be touched on some parts of the body
- Loss of stamina
- Unexpected aggression towards other dogs or humans
- Decreased appetite
- Loss of muscle mass in the affected limbs

01/07/2025

💊 Changes to ordering medication 💊

New Medication Refill Guidelines

To ensure your pet has uninterrupted access to medications, please follow these refill timelines:

1. Regular Medications:
Call at least 1 week before your pet’s medication runs out to:
• Confirm details with the vet
• Check stock availability
• Process the refill request

2. BOVA Compounded Medications:
Call at least 2 weeks before the medication runs out. This allows time to:
• Get vet approval
• Order from BOVA
• Receive and prepare the medication

Important Note on BOVA:
Due to past issues with uncollected BOVA prescriptions, payment may be required in advance before orders are sent.

To request a refill:
Call 4934 3300. The team will check details, confirm stock, and get necessary approvals.

Reminder: Planning ahead ensures your pet stays on track with treatment and receives the best care possible 🙂

01/07/2025

What foods are dangerous for your dog?

- Avocadoes
- Garlic
- Onions
- Chocolate
- Green potatoes
- Sweetener (Xylitol)
- Macadamia Nuts
- Walnuts
- Seeds from apples, plums, apricots and cherries
- To***co
- Rhubarb leaves
- Alcohol and hops
- Mouldy food
- Uncooked dough
- Caffeine/Coffee
- Cooked bones
- Mushrooms
- Raisins
- Grapes
- Human Medication
- High amounts of salt

If your dog consumes any of these, please call us for advice

19/06/2025

Does your Dog:
1. Drink from or swim in stagnant water sources such as ponds, fountains, puddles or lakes?
2. Have access to or go for walks in farmland or bushy areas?
3. Have access to gardens, dog parks or areas where rats or wildlife such as possums reside?
4. Live in an area that accumulates water after heavy rainfall?
5. Live in or travel to New South Wales, Victoria,
Northern Territory or Queensland?
6. Hunt rodents?

If you answered YES to any of the above, your dog may be at risk of leptospirosis. Contact our veterinary clinic to learn more about protecting your dog with a NEW vaccination.