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A vet clinic is a pretty hectic place really – fully booked with vaccines, sore ears, itchy pets, a whole day of routine...
29/04/2026

A vet clinic is a pretty hectic place really – fully booked with vaccines, sore ears, itchy pets, a whole day of routine surgeries on the schedule, then BAM, 9.01am and the call comes in for a heifer struggling to calve! This isn’t unusual, and if it isn’t a calving, it’s a dog hit by a car, or a snake bite or tick paralysis.

In vet clinics, we must always expect the unexpected! In this case, we reshuffled the schedule, Dr Hannah took on all of the consults, some surgeries were delayed by a few hours – and Dr Sin went out to help the mum-in-need.

The calf was quite large and coming backwards, but with some good drugs and a bit of skill, Dr Sin delivered a live calf. Mum and bub (and the farmer) were very pleased with this result!

So, while we always do our very best to stick to our schedule, we always prioritise emergencies. We do our best to communicate this if we have to shuffle our schedule, and we appreciate your understanding and patience, one day it might be your pet in the emergency we are prioritising!

“But Doc… why does my pet need dental X-rays? I can SEE their teeth!”Great question - and here’s the wild part:In dogs a...
29/04/2026

“But Doc… why does my pet need dental X-rays? I can SEE their teeth!”

Great question - and here’s the wild part:

In dogs and cats, about 60–70% of each tooth is hiding under the gumline. Yep, you’re only seeing the tip of the iceberg.

What looks like a “pretty normal tooth” on the outside can be hiding all kinds of drama underneath…

This gorgeous patient, a young cat, had a slight bit of redness at his gum line which you can see in the photo below. Doesn’t look too bad right? WRONG! Check out the xray of this tooth. It is literally dissolving from the inside out – in cats this is known as FORL (Feline Odontoclastic Resorptive Lesions). This is not an uncommon condition, and it can be incredibly painful. This tooth was removed and this patient is much happier now!

02/04/2026

Wishing everyone a very Happy Easter! The Team at The Vet & Co. will be back 9am Tuesday morning.

Don't forget to hide the Easter choccies from the fur kids. 🍫

The Vet and Co are hiring!!We are looking to employ a casual Receptionist/ Vet nurse in our mixed Veterinary clinic in O...
23/03/2026

The Vet and Co are hiring!!

We are looking to employ a casual Receptionist/ Vet nurse in our mixed Veterinary clinic in Orbost.

The role:
- Liaising with clients on the phone and in person
- Cash/ money handling
- Animal handling, care and supporting our Vets
- Basic computer processing

Experience preferred, but no qualifications required, we will provide all training on the job.

If this interests you, please forward your resume and a brief cover letter via email to [email protected] by 29/03/2026.

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12/03/2026

!!! We have had TWO animals admitted thismorning with tick paralysis. PLEASE ensure your dogs and cats are up to date with prevention. And don't forget our 12 month flea and tick injection for dogs!
Common tick myths:
- indoor animals are safe from ticks
- ticks are only around in spring and summer
- my animal is immune
- my dog is safe because they don't go in the bush
- my animal has already had tick paralysis and can't get it again

PLEASE! This is a life threatening issue and yet it is so easily prevented!

Did you know you can get 12 months protection against fleas and ticks for your dog in one easy injection?? AND for a lim...
02/03/2026

Did you know you can get 12 months protection against fleas and ticks for your dog in one easy injection?? AND for a limited time, when you book in for Bravecto Quantum, we will also give 12 months of heartworm protection for FREE!!

Call us today for more information. Offer is for a limited time only.

19/02/2026

UNKNOWN TOXICITY IN BRUTHEN
There have been a small number of cases of an unknown toxicity in Bruthen. Dogs are showing neurological signs and have been walked on the Bruthen Walking Trails. Please monitor dogs closely/keep on lead if walking in the area.

🐾 Clinic Update 🐾We may be a little short-staffed right now, but we’re still seeing patients! From dogs and cats to cows...
04/02/2026

🐾 Clinic Update 🐾
We may be a little short-staffed right now, but we’re still seeing patients! From dogs and cats to cows, horses, birds, and other large animals - we’ve got you covered. 🐶🐱🐮🐴🐦

Thanks for your patience and for supporting your local rural vet clinic! 💙

09/01/2026

The Vet & Co. Orbost will be closing today at 2pm.
For emergencies please call Main St Vets on 51526666.
Thank You.

As the holidays draw nearer, we would like to wish all our clients and their animal families a very Merry Christmas. We ...
16/12/2025

As the holidays draw nearer, we would like to wish all our clients and their animal families a very Merry Christmas. We would also like to take this opportunity to help prepare you for the festive season.

The Vet & Co. will be closed from Wednesday 24th and reopening on Monday 29th December to allow our staff some much deserved time with their families.

Please ensure if your animal requires repeat medications that you order these no later than Friday 19th of December to ensure we can dispense them before the Christmas closure.

It is important to ensure your pets’ flea and tick treatment is up to date! We recommend Nexgard Spectra or Bravecto. Tick paralysis is a life threatening emergency, however is very preventable!
Below are some tips on things to avoid sharing with your fluffy companions this Christmas!

Many festive foods are toxic to dogs:
• ❌ Chocolate
• ❌ Grapes & raisins (including mince pies, Christmas pudding)
• ❌ Onions, garlic, leeks
• ❌ Alcohol
• ❌ Xylitol (in sugar-free sweets and gum)
• ❌ Cooked bones (any, but especially turkey and chicken)
• ❌ Fatty foods, especially meats

Tip: Ask guests not to feed your dog scraps, even if they beg.

If you do have an emergency during our closure, you will need to contact Main Street Vets in Bairnsdale on 5152 6666.

Have a safe and happy Christmas, from all the Team at The Vet & Co. Orbost.

There is Only 4 Spots remaining - Get in Quick to book you pets for their Santa Paws Photos this Saturday 6th December. ...
03/12/2025

There is Only 4 Spots remaining - Get in Quick to book you pets for their Santa Paws Photos this Saturday 6th December.
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32 Salisbury Street
Orbost, VIC
3888

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