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Your local small animal veterinary clinic - where your pets are our family.

10/11/2026

🐾💙 HOW OLD IS YOUR DOG IN HUMAN YEARS? 🐶💙

Have you ever wondered how old your furry best friend would be if they were human? 🐕❤️

We all know our dogs grow up much faster than we do, but you might be surprised by just how quickly they age!

From playful puppies to our much-loved senior companions, every stage of your dog's life is special. 🐾

These are general estimates, as dogs age differently depending on their breed, size and individual health.

❤️ NOW IT'S YOUR TURN! ❤️

We would LOVE to see all your beautiful furry family members! 🥰

📸 Drop a photo of your dog in the comments below and tell us:

🐾 Their name

🐾 Their actual age

🐾 Their age in human years using our chart!

Let's fill the comments with all your gorgeous puppies, adults and golden oldies! 🐕💕

Remember, no matter how old your dog is, regular veterinary check-ups, vaccinations, parasite prevention and a healthy lifestyle can help keep them happy and healthy throughout every stage of life. 🩺

📍 Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic

📞 (07) 3297 1005

📧 [email protected]

🌐 www.kantennavet.com.au

💙 Follow us on Facebook & Instagram: Kantenna Park Vet Clinic

🐾 Because they're family! ❤️

09/11/2026

🐾 PUPPY PRESCHOOL – TWO CLASSES AVAILABLE! 🐾

Give your puppy a positive start to a lifetime of learning with our 5-week Puppy Preschool Course at Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic! 💙

Our classes are run by experienced dog trainers Dale Formosa and Margaret Wedgwood, who each have over 50 years of experience in dog training and behaviour.

🐶 ALL BREEDS ARE WELCOMED & ENCOURAGED!

Whether your puppy is small, medium or large, Puppy Preschool is a great opportunity to build confidence, learn important skills and experience positive socialisation.

📅 TWO CLASSES AVAILABLE – BOTH 4PM–5PM

🐾 Tuesday Class

For medium and large breeds

🐾 Thursday Class

Continuing as usual for small breeds

📋 Enrolment Requirements:

✔️ Puppies can attend from 8 weeks of age
✔️ Puppies must be up to date with their vaccinations
✔️ At least their first vaccination must be completed before enrolling
✔️ Proof of vaccination is required

🎓 During our 5-week course, we focus on socialisation, basic obedience skills, building confidence, encouraging positive behaviours and strengthening the bond between you and your puppy.

👤🐶 ONE PUPPY, ONE HANDLER

Training is most effective when each puppy has their own handler. If you are enrolling multiple puppies, please ensure there is an additional person available to work individually with each puppy throughout the class.

💚 Families are welcome to be involved! Puppy Preschool is a wonderful opportunity for the family to learn together and help create consistency for your puppy at home.

⚠️ BOOKINGS ARE REQUIRED & SPACES ARE LIMITED!

For more information or to secure your puppy’s place, please contact:
🏥 Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic
☎️ (07) 3297 1005

🐾 Good dogs, brighter futures — we can’t wait to meet you and your newest family member! 💙

07/11/2026

🐾🛁 THE IMPORTANCE OF REGULAR GROOMING! 🐶💙

Did you know grooming your dog is about more than just keeping them looking adorable? 🥰

Regular grooming plays an important role in maintaining your pet's health, hygiene and comfort. Whether your dog has a short, smooth coat or long, fluffy fur, every breed benefits from a regular grooming routine!

💙 Why is grooming so important?

🐾 Healthy Skin & Coat – Brushing removes dirt, loose hair and dead skin while distributing natural oils to keep your dog's coat healthy and shiny.

🐾 Less Shedding – Regular brushing helps remove loose fur before it ends up all over your furniture, clothing and floors!

🐾 Early Detection of Health Problems – Grooming allows you to check for unusual lumps, bumps, skin irritations, fleas, ticks and other changes that may require veterinary attention.

🐾 Healthy Nails, Ears & Paws – Keeping nails trimmed and regularly checking ears and paws helps prevent discomfort and identify potential problems early.

🐾 Prevents Painful Matting – Long-haired and curly-coated breeds require regular brushing to prevent matting, which can pull tightly against the skin, causing pain, irritation and infections.

🐾 A Happier, More Comfortable Pet – Maintaining a healthy coat helps your dog stay comfortable and supports their overall wellbeing.

✂️ HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU GROOM YOUR DOG?

Every dog is different! Grooming requirements depend on their breed, coat type and lifestyle. Some dogs require daily brushing, while others may only need brushing a few times a week.

💙 Remember: Grooming is also a wonderful opportunity to bond with your pet and help them become comfortable with being handled!

If you notice unusual lumps, skin changes, irritation or discomfort while grooming, our veterinary team is here to help! 🩺

📍 Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic

📞 (07) 3297 1005
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.kantennavet.com.au

🐾 Follow us on Facebook & Instagram: Kantenna Park Vet Clinic

💙 Because they're family, and their comfort matters!

06/11/2026

🐶❤️ GORGEOUS AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG PUPPIES LOOKING FOR THEIR FOREVER HOMES! ❤️🐶

Are you looking for a loyal, intelligent and energetic new family member? 🥹🐾

These absolutely gorgeous purebred Australian Cattle Dog puppies are searching for their perfect forever homes! 🏡💕

With their adorable little faces and beautiful markings, how could you not fall in love? 🥰

🐾 MEET THE PUPPIES!

🐶 Breed: Purebred Australian Cattle Dog
💗 Females: 2 available
💙 Males: 4 available
📜 Pedigree Papers: Puppies will be sold without pedigree papers.
🏡 Ready to leave: From 14th November 2026!

🩺 VETERINARY CARE COMPLETED!

These beautiful puppies have received important veterinary care to prepare them for their new families!

✅ Health checked
✅ Vaccinated
✅ Microchipped

❤️ IS AN AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG RIGHT FOR YOU?

Australian Cattle Dogs are known for their intelligence, loyalty and strong working instincts!

They thrive in homes that can provide:

🐾 Regular exercise and mental stimulation.
🐾 Consistent training and positive reinforcement.
🐾 Early socialisation and new experiences.
🐾 Plenty of love, attention and companionship.

These active little puppies will grow into dogs that need dedicated owners who understand their energy and exercise requirements! ❤️

📍 IMPORTANT INFORMATION!

🏡 Homes in Queensland and Northern NSW only!
🚗 PICK-UP ONLY – No transport available.
📅 Ready for their new homes from 14th November!

📞 INTERESTED IN ONE OF THESE BEAUTIFUL PUPPIES?

Please contact Greg directly for further information!

📱 0407 028 199
📧 [email protected]

❤️ PLEASE SHARE! ❤️

Let's help these gorgeous Australian Cattle Dog puppies find the loving families they deserve! 🥹🏡🐾

06/11/2026

🐶💙 4 GORGEOUS GROODLE BOYS LOOKING FOR THEIR FOREVER HOMES! 💙🐶

Are you looking for a new furry family member? 🥹❤️

These 4 absolutely adorable male Groodle puppies are still searching for their perfect forever homes, and they're READY TO GO NOW! 🏡🐾

With their gorgeous little faces and fluffy coats, how could you not fall in love? 🥰🐶

🐾 MEET THE BOYS!

🐶 Breed: Groodle (Golden Retriever × Poodle)
💙 S*x: 4 males available
🎂 Date of Birth: 27th August 2026
🏡 Availability: Ready for their forever homes NOW!

🩺 VETERINARY CARE COMPLETED!

These beautiful boys have already received important veterinary care to help prepare them for their new families!

✅ Vet checked
✅ Microchipped
✅ Vaccinated

Remember, puppies still require ongoing vaccinations, parasite prevention and regular veterinary care as they grow! ❤️

🏡 COULD ONE OF THESE BOYS BE YOUR PERFECT MATCH?

Groodles are often affectionate, intelligent and playful companions, but like all puppies, they need patience, positive reinforcement training, socialisation, exercise and regular grooming.

Welcoming a puppy is a lifelong commitment, so finding the right match for your family and lifestyle is important! 🐾💕

📸 WANT TO SEE THE INDIVIDUAL PUPPIES?

You can view the available boys and find further information through RightPaw – Alex's Groodles!

🔗 https://rightpaw.com.au/l/alexs-groodles/f524e902-87e6-4e0f-b72f-b9e14fc6a353

📞 INTERESTED IN ONE OF THESE GORGEOUS BOYS?

For enquiries or further information, please contact:

📱 0433 737 955

❤️ PLEASE SHARE! ❤️

Let's help these 4 handsome Groodles find the loving families they've been waiting for! 🥹🏡

🏥 Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic
📞 (07) 3297 1005
📧 [email protected]

🐾 We can't wait to see these beautiful boys find their forever homes! 💙🐶

06/11/2026

🚨🕷️ WARNING TO ALL PET OWNERS – TICK SEASON IS HERE! 🕷️🚨

⚠️ Since July 2026, Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic has already removed 25 ticks off pets!

With tick activity increasing, we urge all pet owners to remain vigilant. Paralysis ticks can be deadly, and unfortunately, not every affected pet makes a full recovery.

❗ REMOVING A TICK DOES NOT MEAN YOUR PET IS SAFE!

Paralysis ticks release a dangerous neurotoxin called Holocyclotoxin, which affects the nerves responsible for movement, swallowing and breathing.

Even after a tick has been removed, toxins already in the body can continue to cause serious complications, and symptoms may continue to progress.

Affected pets can also aspirate (inhale) food, fluids or vomit into their lungs, potentially developing life-threatening aspiration pneumonia.

💉 TICK ANTISERUM DOES NOT GUARANTEE RECOVERY!

Although tick antiserum helps neutralise circulating toxin, it cannot immediately reverse the effects of toxin already bound to nerve endings.

This means your pet may continue to deteriorate despite receiving veterinary treatment.

⏰ THE FIRST 24–48 HOURS CAN BE CRITICAL!

Watch for signs including:

🐾 Weakness, wobbliness or paralysis
🐾 Difficulty standing or walking
🐾 Vomiting or regurgitation
🐾 Difficulty swallowing
🐾 Changes in breathing or respiratory distress
🐾 Collapse or severe deterioration

💔 NOT EVERY TICK CASE HAS A HAPPY ENDING.

Despite antiserum, intensive monitoring and veterinary treatment, some pets sadly do not survive tick paralysis.

🛡️ PROTECT YOUR PETS!

✔️ Keep tick prevention up to date.
✔️ Check your pets thoroughly every day.
✔️ Remember that no preventative is 100% effective.
✔️ Seek veterinary attention immediately if you find a paralysis tick or suspect tick paralysis.

🚨 DO NOT WAIT FOR SYMPTOMS TO DEVELOP!

If you suspect your pet has been exposed to a paralysis tick, contact a veterinarian immediately, even if your pet appears normal.

💙 KANTENNA PARK VETERINARY CLINIC

📞 Phone: (07) 3297 1005

For emergencies, concerns or questions, please contact our team.

🐾 A single tick can be life-threatening. Early intervention could save your pet's life.

05/11/2026

🎄🐾 CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR CLOSURES! 🐾🎄

As the festive season approaches, the team at Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic would like to let all our wonderful clients know about our upcoming Christmas and New Year trading hours! ❤️💚

🎅 CHRISTMAS EVE – CLOSING EARLY
📅 Thursday, 24th December 2026
⏰ Our clinic will be closing early at 3:00 PM.

🎄 CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR CLOSURE
📅 Friday, 25th December 2026 – Sunday, 3rd January 2027

🔒 Our veterinary clinic will be CLOSED during this period.

🐾 RETURNING TO NORMAL TRADING HOURS
📅 Monday, 4th January 2027

💙 Normal trading hours will resume from Monday, 4th January!

💊 DON'T FORGET YOUR PET'S ESSENTIALS!

With the holiday season approaching, we kindly remind all pet owners to plan ahead and ensure their furry family members have everything they need.

💙 Ensure your pet has enough prescription medication to last throughout our closure.

💙 Book any vaccinations, health checks or veterinary appointments before the Christmas break.

💙 Make sure your pet's flea, tick and worming prevention is up to date.

💙 If your pet has ongoing health concerns, please contact us before our closure so we can help you prepare.

🚨 VETERINARY EMERGENCIES

If your pet requires urgent veterinary attention during our closure, please contact your nearest available emergency veterinary hospital.

🎁 FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS!

We would like to wish all our incredible clients, their families and their beautiful pets a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎄❤️

Thank you for your continued support, kindness and trust throughout the year. It has been an absolute pleasure caring for your furry family members, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back in 2027!

May your holidays be filled with love, laughter, happiness and plenty of cuddles with your four-legged companions! 🐶🐱

📍 Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic
📞 Phone: (07) 3297 1005
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: https://www.kantennavet.com.au/

📱 Follow us on Facebook & Instagram: Kantenna Park Vet Clinic — for clinic updates, pet care tips and to follow along with our journey!

🐾💙 Because they're family. 💙🐾

04/11/2026

🐺💙 MEET JASPER! 💙🐺

Meet handsome Jasper, a gorgeous 1-year-and-8-month-old Alaskan Malamute who recently visited Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic for his desexing (castration) procedure! 🐾❤️

Our team had the pleasure of caring for this beautiful boy throughout his hospital visit, making sure he was comfortable and well looked after! 🥰🩺

✂️ WHY IS DESEXING BENEFICIAL FOR MALE DOGS?

Desexing can offer several benefits for both dogs and their owners!

🐾 Prevents unwanted litters – Eliminates the risk of accidental breeding and unexpected puppies.

🐾 Testicular health – Removes the risk of testicular cancer.

🐾 Prostate health – Reduces the risk of certain prostate conditions, including benign prostatic enlargement.

🐾 Reduces roaming – May decrease the urge to wander in search of female dogs.

🐾 Hormone-related behaviours – May help reduce urine marking, mounting and some hormone-driven behaviours.

🏡 HOW DOES DESEXING BENEFIT OWNERS?

❤️ Helps prevent unexpected litters and the responsibilities associated with breeding.

❤️ May make certain hormone-related behaviours easier to manage.

❤️ Can reduce the risk of some reproductive health problems that may require veterinary treatment.

❤️ Provides peace of mind when managing your dog's reproductive health.

🩺 WHEN IS THE RIGHT TIME TO DESEX?

The ideal timing depends on your dog's breed, size, age and individual health needs.

For large breeds like Alaskan Malamutes, it's important to consider skeletal maturity, joint development and potential orthopaedic risks before making a decision.

Desexing isn't a one-size-fits-all procedure, so discussing the benefits and risks with your veterinarian is always recommended. ❤️

We're wishing Jasper a smooth and comfortable recovery, with plenty of rest, love and cuddles at home! 🥰🐺

Considering desexing your pet? The Kantenna Park Vet Team is always here to help! 🐾❤️

🏥 Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic
📞 (07) 3297 1005
📧 [email protected]

💙 Well done, Jasper! Enjoy your well-deserved rest! 🐺❤️

03/11/2026

⛈️🐾 PUPPY PRESCHOOL CANCELLED! 🐾⛈️

Due to the forecast severe weather and potential storms, today's Puppy Preschool class has been CANCELLED to ensure the safety of all our puppies, families and trainers. ❤️🐶

We apologise for any inconvenience, but everyone's safety is our priority!

Please stay safe, keep your pets indoors and take care during the storm! ⛈️❤️

🏥 Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic
📞 (07) 3297 1005
📧 [email protected]

03/11/2026

🐶💕 MEET SHELBY – A WELL-DESERVED RETIREMENT! 💕🐶

Meet beautiful Shelby, a gorgeous 6-year-and-8-month-old Boxer who recently visited Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic for her spaying (desexing) procedure! 🐾❤️

After spending part of her life as a breeding girl and bringing beautiful Boxer puppies into the world, Shelby has officially retired from her breeding duties! 🥹💕

Now it's time for this lovely girl to enjoy her retirement, with plenty of love, cuddles and relaxation! 🐶❤️

✂️ WHY IS DESEXING BENEFICIAL AFTER RETIRING FROM BREEDING?

Desexing can offer several important health benefits for retired breeding females!

🐾 Prevents pyometra – A potentially life-threatening uterine infection that becomes more common as undesexed females age.

🐾 Prevents unwanted pregnancies – Ensures retired breeding females cannot have accidental litters.

🐾 Eliminates heat cycles – No more seasons, bleeding or unwanted attention from male dogs.

🐾 Reproductive health – Removes the risk of ovarian and uterine diseases when these organs are removed.

🐾 Mammary health – Early desexing offers the greatest protection against mammary tumours. This benefit is less significant in older females who have already experienced multiple heat cycles.

🏡 WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT FOR RETIRED BREEDING DOGS?

After completing their breeding careers, desexing can help prevent future reproductive complications and make managing their health easier.

However, every dog is different! Your veterinarian should consider their age, medical history, previous litters and overall health before surgery. 🩺❤️

💕 A NEW CHAPTER FOR SHELBY!

Shelby has done her part raising the next generation of beautiful Boxers, and now it's her turn to be spoiled! 🥰🐾

We're wishing this gorgeous girl a smooth and comfortable recovery and many happy years enjoying her well-earned retirement! ❤️

🏥 Kantenna Park Veterinary Clinic
📞 P: (07) 3297 1005
📧 E: [email protected]

💕 Happy retirement, Shelby! You've earned every cuddle! 🐶❤️

Address

3688 Mount Lindesay Highway
Park Ridge, QLD
4125

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8am - 5:30pm
Friday	8am - 5:30pm
Saturday	8:30am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+61732971005

Website

http://www.kantennavet.com.au/

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