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Southern Highlands Veterinary Centre

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Southern Highlands Veterinary Centre

Southern Highlands Veterinary Centre provides a comprehensive range of veterinary services for both

Our clinic is truly a mixed practice with 50% of our work involving large animals such as beef and dairy cattle, horses, alpacas, sheep and goats whilst the remaining 50% of work involving small animals
• Small animal consultations by appointment including cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds and other exotic species.
• Large animal consultations including beef and dairy cattle, horses, alpacas

, sheep and goats.
• On site facilities for examination of large animals
• Ultrasound pregnancy testing for cattle, horse and alpacas
• Orthopaedic surgery such as cruciate surgery including tibial tuberosity advancement (TTA) surgery for large breed dogs and also conventional extracapsular repairs, fracture repairs and luxating patella surgery
• Full range of soft tissue surgery
• Diagnostic imaging using Xray and ultrasound machines
• In house blood testing with IDEXX machine
• Dentistry
• Behavioural consultations
• Puppy preschool
• Dog and cat grooming
• Cat boarding

05/08/2026

At Southern Highlands Veterinary Centre, mixed practice means every day is different. From caring for beloved family pets in the clinic to travelling across the region to assist livestock and horses, our veterinarians work wherever they are needed, regardless of the weather or the hour.

Winter mornings may begin with frost-covered paddocks and end with spectacular sunsets like this, but the work continues through every season. Whether it’s a routine herd health visit, an emergency call-out, or supporting our farming community through challenging conditions, our team is proud to be there when it matters most.

With spring just around the corner, calving season is fast approaching. Over the coming months, our veterinarians will be working alongside local producers, assisting with calvings, caring for newborn calves, supporting cows experiencing difficult births, and helping ensure the best possible outcomes for both livestock and farmers.

It’s one of the busiest and most rewarding times of the year, and we’re looking forward to supporting our farming community through another calving season.

Here’s to longer days, changing seasons, and the privilege of caring for animals—large and small—across the Southern Highlands.

29/07/2026

🦉 A second chance for this beautiful Australian Boobook Owl.

This little Boobook was found in a backyard in Penrose unable to fly, extremely weak and with one eye closed. On arrival, it weighed just 300 grams and was suffering from severe regenerative anaemia, making us highly suspicious of anticoagulant rodenticide (rat bait) poisoning.

Rodenticide doesn’t just affect rats and mice. Predators such as owls, tawny frogmouths, kookaburras, eagles and even our pets can be poisoned after eating rodents that have consumed bait. This is known as secondary poisoning, and it can be life-threatening.

After beginning treatment with Vitamin K and receiving weeks of supportive care, this little owl slowly regained its strength. Over the next seven weeks, it gained 70 grams, its blood tests returned to normal, and it became bright, active and flying well.

🌙 Last Friday night, this resilient little Boobook was successfully released back into the wild where it belongs. Seeing patients like this return to their natural environment is one of the most rewarding parts of wildlife rehabilitation. We are incredibly fortunate to have local carers dedicated to this and we thank WIRES for looking after this beautiful bird during her recovery.

💚 How you can help protect our native wildlife:
• Avoid using second-generation rodenticides wherever possible.
• If rodent control is necessary, consider wildlife-friendly alternatives such as enclosed traps.
• Never leave poisoned rodents where native wildlife or pets can access them.
• If you find an injured or unwell native animal, contact your local wildlife rescue organisation as soon as possible.

Every small choice we make can have a big impact on our native wildlife. 🦉🌿

28/07/2026

🐾 A couple of weeks ago, you met the wonderful team who welcome you through our front doors. Today, we’d love you to meet the incredible nurses who care for your pets every step of the way. 💙

🐾 Jodie, Sarah, Matilda, Josie, Alice, Alex, Claudia, Olivia, Madelynne, Gabriella & Hannah 🐾

When most people think of a veterinary nurse, they picture someone cuddling a puppy or assisting during surgery. But their role is so much more.

Our nurses are the reassuring voice when you’re worried, the gentle hands comforting a nervous patient, and the skilled professionals working tirelessly behind the scenes. They monitor anaesthetics, run blood tests, take X-rays, care for hospital patients, assist in surgery, prepare medications, perform dental procedures and help manage emergencies—often all in the same day.

Above all, they’re compassionate. They’re the ones who stay with a frightened patient, celebrate new puppies and kittens, and support families through both joyful moments and heartbreaking goodbyes.

At Southern Highlands Veterinary Centre, exceptional care is a true team effort, and our nurses are at the heart of everything we do.

We are incredibly proud of our nursing team. Their kindness, dedication and professionalism are at the heart of everything we do, and we feel so fortunate to have such an exceptional group caring for the Southern Highlands community and the pets we all love.

We couldn’t do it without you all 🐾

22/07/2026

Little Milo, this adorable Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, has already wrapped his tiny paws around the hearts of his new family.
After recently saying goodbye to their and our much-loved Cavalier, opening their hearts again wasn’t easy—but Milo has brought so much love, joy and hope back into their home.

We have a feeling this little man is going to have everyone wrapped around his paw… if he hasn’t already! 🥹

Now it’s time for Milo to begin his next big adventure, Puppy Pre-School with Shona Reactive Dog Specialist

Puppy school is about so much more than learning to sit and stay. It’s an opportunity for puppies to:
🐶 Build confidence
🐶 Learn positive social skills
🐶 Develop good manners
🐶 Strengthen the bond with their family
🐶 Set the foundations for a lifetime of happy learning

The first few months of a puppy’s life are such an important time, and we’re so lucky to have Shona helping our newest patients get off to the very best start.

We can’t wait to watch you grow, learn and thrive, Milo. Have the best time at puppy school—we know you’re going to be the star of the class

21/07/2026

🦙 This week, our final-year veterinary student Chini, from the University of Adelaide, joined us on a farm visit as part of one of her final-year clinical placements.

The patients for the day? The very handsome Shelby, Popcorn and Leonardo! ❤️

These friendly llamas were due for their annual health care, which included:
💉 Ultravac 5-in-1 vaccination
💉 Vitamin A, D & E injection
💉 Injectable ivermectin for parasite control

A great preventative health program doesn’t stop there! Their dedicated owners also perform faecal egg counts every three months to monitor parasite burdens. Their most recent results showed it was the perfect time for a drench, helping ensure treatments are only given when needed and remain effective.

Preventative health care, regular parasite monitoring and routine vaccinations all play an important role in keeping livestock healthy and thriving.

We’d like to thank Shelby, Popcorn and Leonardo for being such wonderful patients—and wish Chini all the very best as she completes her final year of veterinary school! 🎓🐾

16/07/2026

This is Alf, a very bold 4-year-old working ferret who came in to see Dr Charlie for his annual health check and vaccination.

It didn’t take long for Alf to decide he was in charge, making it his mission to show Dr Charlie exactly who was boss!

Working ferrets are incredibly intelligent, agile and fearless. Traditionally used to flush rabbits from their burrows, they’re known for their curiosity, determination and ability to squeeze into the smallest spaces.

While they might be tough on the job, ferrets are extremely susceptible to canine distemper, a disease that is almost always fatal in unvaccinated ferrets. That’s why Alf received his annual canine DHP vaccination, which provides protection against the distemper virus and helps keep him healthy for many more adventures.

Alf certainly kept us entertained, and we have a feeling he left convinced he’d won the battle with Dr Charlie!
🐾

06/07/2026

At just four weeks old, Gilly, this adorable Highland calf, recently visited Southern Highlands Veterinary Centre to see Dr Ella, after becoming lethargic, going off his milk and developing scours.

Gilly is a poddy calf, lovingly hand-raised by his dedicated owners after his mum was unfortunately unable to care for him. Their commitment and attentive care meant they recognised early that something wasn’t right and sought veterinary treatment promptly.

Scours (diarrhoea) is one of the most common illnesses seen in young calves and can quickly become serious due to dehydration, electrolyte imbalances and low blood sugar. Young calves can deteriorate quickly, so early veterinary assessment and treatment can significantly improve their chances of a full recovery.

After a couple of days in hospital receiving fluids, nutritional support and close monitoring from our veterinary and nursing team, Gilly was feeling much brighter and was ready to head home.

We’re incredibly grateful to Minard Cows , whose passion for Highland cattle is evident in everything they do. Their beautiful Highlands are raised with a focus on temperament and handling, allowing them to become much-loved pets, attend weddings and special events and be adopted by families looking for something truly unique.

If you’d like to learn more about these incredible cattle and the dedication that goes into raising them, be sure to catch Dr Harry’s recent visit to Minard Cows on 7plus Catch Up, where he chats with the farmers about their breeding program and their love for this remarkable breed.

We’re so pleased to see Gilly back where he belongs, continuing to grow into a happy, healthy little Highland. 🤎🐮

03/07/2026

⚠️ Important Information: Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) & Protecting Your Pets

With recent detections of H5 avian influenza (bird flu) in Australia, we want to remind our community of the importance of protecting both our domestic animals and native wildlife.

While the risk to the general public remains low, avian influenza is a highly contagious disease of birds and strict biosecurity measures are essential to help prevent its spread.

🦜 For our pet birds or backyard poultry owners:

We strongly recommend:
• Keeping pet birds indoors wherever possible.
• If birds are housed outdoors, minimise contact with wild birds by ensuring aviaries and enclosures are fully enclosed or fitted with a solid roof or cover to prevent wild birds from entering or contaminating food and water.
• Feed and water birds in sheltered areas where wild birds cannot access.
• Avoid introducing new birds.
• Monitor your birds closely for any signs of illness and contact your veterinarian if you have concerns.

🐱 Cat owners:

Cats are at a higher risk of infection than dogs because of their natural hunting behaviour. Outdoor cats may be exposed if they hunt or scavenge infected wild birds.

For their safety, we strongly recommend keeping cats indoors or restricting their outdoor access.

In cats, the infection can be quite severe and spreads very quickly to other cats in the household.

🐶 Dog owners:

Keep dogs on a lead in areas where wild birds are present and prevent them from investigating, catching or eating sick or dead birds.

🐦 If you find a sick or injured wild bird, Please do not bring the bird directly to the clinic.

Avian influenza is a notifiable emergency animal disease, and veterinary clinics must follow strict biosecurity protocols. Unfortunately, this means there will be limitations on our ability to admit and treat wild birds that may be carrying the virus.

If you find a sick or dead wild bird:
• Avoid handling it.
• Keep children and pets away.
• Report it to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline (1800 675 888) or contact your local wildlife rescue organisation for advice before attempting any intervention.

❤️ Why these measures matter:

We understand how difficult it can be to walk past an injured wild animal without wanting to help. Personally we are devastated by the limitations being placed on us to help our wild birds.

However, preventing the spread of avian influenza is critical to protecting Australia’s wildlife, our companion animals, livestock and the wider community.

Our team will continue to follow the latest advice from government animal health authorities, and our recommendations may change as the situation evolves.

Please call the clinic if you have any concerns about your pets. There are some very informative resources in the wider community, including from the AVA above that we recommend.

30/06/2026

When people think about a veterinary clinic, they usually picture the vets.

But every relationship starts long before you walk into a consult room.

It starts with a friendly voice on the phone when you’re worried about your puppy.
It starts with someone finding an appointment when your calf isn’t well.
It starts with a warm welcome when you walk through our front doors.
It starts with someone who remembers your pet’s name and genuinely cares about how they’re doing.

At Southern Highlands Veterinary Centre, our reception team helps create those relationships every single day.

Barb our Office Manager has been part of our clinic family for more than 30 years. Her loyalty, kindness and unwavering support have helped shape who we are today. She’s the person everyone turns to, not only because she’s always willing to help, but because she has an incredible wealth of knowledge that she generously shares with everyone around her.

Michelle brings experience, positivity and compassion to every day. She has a wonderful way of making people feel at ease, and nothing is ever too much trouble. Our clients love her, and so do we.

Donna is the newest member of our reception team and has been such a fantastic addition. As a Clinical Psychologist, she brings a unique level of understanding and empathy, supporting both our clients and our team with genuine care.

Behind the reception desk is also our Practice Manager, Judi. With almost 10 years at SHVC and a background spanning veterinary nursing, medical science, disability support and education, Judi works closely with the whole team to create a workplace where people feel supported, continue to learn, and can provide the very best care for every patient.

We’re incredibly proud to be a privately owned veterinary practice where relationships matter.

With our patients.
With our clients.
With our community.
And with each other.

Because great veterinary care starts with people who genuinely want the best for your pets. 🤎

25/06/2026

A very special visitor recently came through our doors thanks to the dedicated team at Wildcare Queanbeyan Inc.

This beautiful Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo was brought to us after sustaining an injury to its wing. Our hope was to perform an imping procedure to help restore its flight feathers and improve its ability to fly while waiting for new feathers to naturally regrow.

Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoos are one of Australia’s most iconic native birds, recognised by their striking black plumage, bright yellow cheek patches, and distinctive yellow tail panels. These intelligent birds can live for decades and play an important role in our native ecosystems.

So, what is imping?

Imping is a specialised technique used in wildlife rehabilitation where damaged flight feathers are carefully repaired by attaching donor feathers to the bird’s existing feather shafts. When successful, it can help restore flight capability much sooner than waiting for the next moult.

However, imping isn’t suitable for every bird or every injury. Factors such as the location of the damage, feather alignment, healing, behaviour, and ongoing flight conditioning all influence whether the procedure is likely to be successful.

Unfortunately, in this case, the injury was too high up the feather shaft to allow for a safe and effective imping procedure. While we couldn’t proceed with the repair, we were able to perform a thorough health assessment, including radiographs and blood testing, to ensure this beautiful bird was otherwise healthy.

We’re hopeful this cockatoo will continue to recover well while in care and patiently waits for its feathers to naturally moult and regrow.

As with all wildlife cases treated at our clinic, the veterinary time, expertise, and resources involved in this case have been donated by our team. Supporting native wildlife is something we are incredibly passionate about, and we are proud to play a small part in helping these amazing animals return to the wild where they belong 💛🖤

Address

48 Berrima Road
Moss Vale, NSW
2577

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 6pm
Thursday	8:30am - 6pm
Friday	8:30am - 6pm
Saturday	8:30am - 12pm

Telephone

+61248681310

Website

http://www.southernhighlandsvets.com.au/

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