University Avenue Vet Hospital

12/05/2026

STRAY RABBIT FOUND IN GUNN
We have had a stray female rabbit dropped into the clinic today, if the rabbit belongs to you please contact the clinic on 8931 0455 and proof of ownership is required.

30/04/2026

🤩Patient highlight🤩

🐾 Meet Chance 🐾
Chance is a 7-year-old dog who has been on a long journey managing elbow and hip dysplasia. He first came to see us after being adopted from the RSPCA as a puppy, when his owners noticed limping and discomfort in his hind legs. A few months later, he also began showing lameness in his front legs.

With the help of X-rays, we diagnosed Chance with both elbow and hip dysplasia, and over time he also developed osteoarthritis in his lumbar spine.

💊 How we’re helping Chance stay comfortable:
• Short-term anti-inflammatory medication for pain relief
• 6-monthly Synovan injections to support joint health and cartilage repair
• Daily joint supplements (4Cyte)
• Occasional use of anti-inflammatories during flare-ups

🏡 At-home care makes a big difference too:
• Maintaining a healthy weight to reduce joint strain
• Low-impact exercise to keep him moving safely
• Supportive bedding for comfort
• Non-slip mats and mobility aids around the home

Thanks to a combination of veterinary care and dedicated home management, Chance is able to stay active and as pain-free as possible 💙

If you have concerns about your pet’s mobility, feel free to reach out—we’re here to help!

29/04/2026

🐾 Supporting Your Pet’s Mobility Health 🐾

As our dogs and cats age (or even in their younger years!), maintaining good mobility is essential for a happy, active life. Here are some simple ways you can support your pet’s joint and muscle health from home:

✨ Maintain a Healthy Weight
Excess weight puts extra strain on joints. Keeping your pet at an ideal body condition can significantly reduce the risk of mobility issues.

🏃 Regular, Gentle Exercise
Consistent low-impact exercise like walking or controlled play helps keep joints flexible and muscles strong. Avoid sudden intense activity, especially in older pets.

🛏️ Comfortable Resting Areas
Provide soft, supportive bedding to reduce pressure on joints—especially important for senior pets.

🌿 Home Modifications
Simple changes like ramps, non-slip mats, and raised food bowls can make a big difference for pets with reduced mobility.

💛 Watch for Signs of Pain
Limping, stiffness, reluctance to jump, or changes in behaviour may indicate discomfort—don’t ignore these signs.

If you’re concerned about your pet’s mobility, we’re here to help—early intervention can make all the difference!

Healthy pets are happy pets!!

15/04/2026

🎉 Mobility Month is Here! 🎉

We’re celebrating all things mobility this April and May — and you could WIN! 🐾

Purchase any mobility-related product or service during the promotion period, and you’ll automatically go into the draw to win one of our fantastic Mobility Hampers.

🐶 One lucky dog winner
- Large dog bed
- Doggy sleeping bad from team at CEVA
- 3kg Bag of mobility food from Delicate care
- 50ml bottle of 4CYTE
- Prime 100 treats
- PAW osteosupport supplements
- 3x hydrotherapy session with Roz Natural Vet Nurse
- Jar of lollies (for owners)

🐱 One lucky cat winner
- Soft self warming cat bed
- PAW osteosupport supplements
- 50ml bottle of 4CYTE
- Large jar of creamy sachet treats
- Prime dried treats
- Jar of lollies (for owners)

📅 Winners will be drawn on May 29th

Whether you’re helping your pet stay active, comfortable, or moving with ease, now’s the perfect time to treat them — with a bonus chance to take home something extra special!

10/04/2026

For any of our clients in the Northern suburbs.
City of Darwin are offering free cat desexings whilst spots last, jump on their website to find out more!

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01/04/2026

🐣🐰EASTER TRADING HOURS🐰🐣

27/03/2026

🐾 Exciting News for Pet Lovers in Darwin! 🐾

We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Iñaki Prado Checa, a highly experienced Veterinary Cardiologist and former Head of Cardiology at SASH North Ryde and VSOS (two of Sydney’s largest veterinary hospitals), will be visiting University Avenue Veterinary Hospital for a special consult day on Monday, April 13th! 🩺💙

This is a rare opportunity to have your pet’s heart health assessed by one of the best in the field.
On the day, Dr. Iñaki will be performing:
❤️ Heart ultrasounds (echocardiography) & ECGs
❤️ Investigations of heart murmurs and abnormal rhythms
❤️ Pre-anaesthetic heart checks
❤️ Assessments for fainting episodes or suspected heart disease
❤️ Breeder heart certificates

📅 Date: April 13th and potentially 14th
📍 Location: University Avenue Veterinary Hospital, 66 University Avenue, Durack
📞 Phone: 08 8931 0455
📧 Email: [email protected]

Appointments are essential and must include full medical histories prior to consultation — spots are limited, so book early!

✨ Give your pet’s heart the care it deserves — contact us today for more information or to secure your booking!

27/02/2026

Today we say goodbye to a very special part of our team — Nurse Hannah 😭🩷
Hannah first joined our practice back in 2017 as a school-based work experience student, and over the years we’ve had the absolute privilege of watching her grow into the incredible Senior Nurse she is today. Her dedication, compassion, and hard work have shaped her into not only an outstanding nurse, but a truly valued member of our clinic family.

We are going to miss you terribly, Hannah. The clinic simply won’t be the same without you, and the care you give so effortlessly to every patient who walks through our doors.
We know our clients have come to love and trust Hannah just as much as we do, and we’re sure they’ll feel her absence around the clinic too.

Thank you for everything you’ve given to our team over the years. We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what this next adventure brings. Have the best time in QLD — but just remember, we expect you back one day! 💕

07/02/2026

February is the last chance to take advantage of our amazing promotion $100 off any and all desexing procedures 💸🐾
Spots are very limited and running out fast!
Week days only at both University Avenue Vet Hospital and Darwin My Vet Services - Wulagi
Give us a call on 8931 0455 or send us an email [email protected]

28/01/2026

📣Ivermectin Toxicity Awareness 📣
Ivermectin is a medication commonly used to treat parasites in animals, but it can be extremely dangerous for dogs if given at the wrong dose/off label that hasn't been prescribed by your veterinarian or any dog that carries the MDR1 gene mutation (commonly found in Collies, Australian Shepherds and Old English Sheepdogs but can be found in any breed.

🚨 Signs of ivermectin toxicity may include:
- Lethargy or weakness
- Excessive drooling or hypersalivation
- Vomiting and/ or diarrhoea
- Tremors, seizures, muscle twitches
- Dilated pupils
- Disorientation or blindness (Can be permanent)
- Unsteadiness or collapse
- Trouble breathing
- Coma

⚠️ Important reminder:
Never give your dog parasite treatments or livestock products unless they are specifically prescribed by your veterinarian. Products made for horses, cattle, or sheep can be life-threatening to dogs.
Please also ignore any advice to give ivermectin for any other health conditions.

Meet Whiskey: 9month old Pitbull x
Last week Whiskey had consumed a whole syringe of Ivermectin that was designed to dose a 300kg horse! This was approximately 70x the dose of a dog his size.
Whiskey presented with disorientation, blindness, drooling and trouble standing/walking, he was at a very high chance of becoming comatose or even dying.
The team here then started treatment for the overdose and supportive care for Whiskey and it was a miracle to see him wagging his tail in the morning, over the next coming days we started to see slight improvements in Whiskey's movement but he was still blind, he was discharged to his owners to spend his time recovering at home. One week on we are glad to see that Whiskey has gained most of his sight back and is back being his friendly happy self as it could of been very different outcome for him 🥰
Pictured is Whiskey today and his revisit appointment.

23/01/2026

📣 WE ARE HIRING! - Veterinary nurses 📣
If you are interested please read the information below and we look forward to hearing from you!!
and if you know any veterinary nurses that would love to join an amazing and supportive team please send this to them 🩵💚