Redgum Vet & Pet Boarding

10/07/2025

****Announcement****

Dr Roger Absalom starts his final two weeks working at Redgum Vet & Pet Boarding this coming Monday 14th July 2025.

If you would like to bring your precious pet to come and see him please call the clinic.

He will also be available to do horse work during the two weeks he is here so please call the clinic as this might be the last time he will be at Redgum

Call the clinic today on 08 8642 3308

06/07/2025

***Announcement - Horse Vet Wednesday 9th July to Friday 11th of July***

Next week we have Dr Tanya here who loves horses and guess what she would be really happy to see your horse if you need your horse seen by a Vet
She is available on Wednesday 9th July to Friday 11th of July please call the clinic to book in to see her
0886423308

13/06/2025

***Pet of the Week***

Hi, my name is Harlow, I came up to Redgum this week because I was rubbing my ears on the carpet. It made it hard to watch my favourite movie, The Lion King. Although I hide when I hear Scars voice. I'll be back in 7 days to see Dr Tayla again to make sure the infection in my ears has gone, everyone have your paws crossed for me!!

13/06/2025

***UPDATE ADOPTED***

Hi this little man is Choc Chip he is 13weeks old, desexed, microchipped and has had his first vaccination.

He would love to become your new bundle of fun and make your home his furever home if you would like to adopt him he will be ready to go to his new home on Monday

Call the clinic today on 0886423308

12/06/2025

On Wednesday the 11th June Redgum Vet in conjunction with the Port Augusta Coty Council conducted a Cat Desexing Day.

A total of 25 cats were desexed with that being 15 females and 10 males

A big thank you to Dr Roger and Dr Tayla as well as all the Nurses and support staff for working hard and staying back to make all this happen

02/06/2025

UPDATE ADOPTED

Hi this lovely 13 month old is Mumma Mia.

She arrived at Redgum Vet Clinic with kittens (when there are ready to desex they will then be up for adoption)

She is now desexed, microchipped and ready to go to her furever home.

She is the sweetest girl and absolutely loves cuddles

Call the clinic today to adopt her 0886423308

30/05/2025

🐾✨ Keep Tails Wagging All Year Long with PetPA's Thriving Pets Wellness Plans! ✨🐾

Hey fur-families! 🐶🐱
We all want our pets to live their happiest, healthiest lives—and that’s where the Thriving Pets Wellness Plans from PetPA come in!

These plans are designed to make proactive care simple, affordable, and stress-free. No surprises. Just quality vet care and peace of mind. 🙌

🩺 What’s included?
✅ Regular vet check-ups
✅ Vaccinations
✅ Wellness blood testing
✅ Flea, tick & worming prevention
✅ Discounts on services & products
✅ And more, depending on the plan you choose!

Whether you’ve got a bouncing puppy, a chill senior kitty, or anything in between, there’s a plan to suit their stage of life—and your budget.

💙 Because prevention is always better than cure. And every pet deserves to thrive, not just survive.

👉 Talk to your local PetPA team today and find the perfect plan for your pet’s needs.
Let’s keep them healthy, happy, and by your side for as many adventures as possible!

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30/05/2025

🐾🐶🐱 Winter Wisdom from Your Favourite Senior Duo ❄️🏡

DOG:
Hey friends! It’s me, Max the senior lab. The air’s getting chilly, and my morning zoomies have turned into... slow stretches and careful steps. 🐾

CAT:
Ugh, tell me about it. I’m Misty, the classy senior feline of this house. These cold floors are NOT kind to my royal joints. And don’t get me started on the draft by the window... 😾

DOG:
Luckily, our human is on top of things! We went to the vet last week for my arthritis injection—game changer. I’m feeling so much better already! Less creaky, more tail-waggy.

CAT:
Same here. The vet did my wellness bloods to keep an eye on my kidneys and liver (apparently it’s a “senior thing”?). Everything looks good—and now I’m on some pain relief that helps me move without the grumps. Even got a heated bed out of it. Royal treatment! 👑

DOG:
Winter is no time to tough it out, pals. If you’ve noticed your senior pet slowing down, limping, or just not acting like their usual fluffy self—it might be joint pain. Your vet can help us feel young again! 🐕

CAT:
Speak for yourself—I’ve always been sophisticated and slow-moving. But yes, vet visits in winter = smart hoomaning. We may be old, but we’ve still got lots of love (and sass) to give 💖

Stay warm, stay well, and tell your humans to book that check-up!
Love,
🐾 Max & Misty – your favourite silver-whiskered housemates

23/05/2025

🎩🐾 A Frosty Feline Warning from Felix the Cat! 🐾🎩

Hey folks! It’s me — Felix the Cat, your classic cartoon charmer with a magical bag of tricks and a VERY important winter message for all the hoomans out there. ❄️🐱

As the temps drop and you cozy up with your hot cocoa and fuzzy socks, let’s not forget about us fabulous felines and a sneaky little winter villain: urinary blockages 😿

Yep, that’s right. Us male cats, especially, can get into serious trouble during the colder months. You see:

💧 We drink less water when it’s cold
💎 That means our p*e can get thick and crystal-y (yikes!)
🚫 That can lead to blockages — and I’m not talking about your driveway
💥 And trust me, it’s not just “ouch,” it’s emergency vet time, fast!

But don’t panic! With your help (and maybe a little magic from my trusty bag of tricks), we can dodge this winter woe:

✨ Serve more wet food — it's like soup for cats, and we’re here for it
💦 Keep our water fresh and fancy — think fountains, not that old bowl from 2014
👀 Watch for weird bathroom habits — if I’m straining, crying, or p*eing in odd spots, that’s your cue

Let’s keep winter full of purrs, play, and maybe a few heroic cartoon adventures — not vet visits. Deal?

😺💦❄️

Now if you’ll excuse me, I have a snowman to chase and a nap to get back to. Stay frosty — but not too frosty, okay? 😸

23/05/2025

🐾 A Message from Your Favorite Furry Friend 🐾

Hey hooman! 🐶🐱 It’s me – your snuggle buddy, treat enthusiast, and professional napper. I wanted to have a little heart-to-heart (or paw-to-heart?) about something super important… desexing!

Now, before you freak out and clutch your pearls — hear me out. Getting me desexed isn’t just about preventing mini-mes running wild (as adorable as that sounds 🐾😅). It’s actually a huge WIN for me:

✨ I’m less likely to get certain cancers (yes, even us furballs worry about that stuff!)
✨ I won’t go all Romeo-and-Juliet over the neighbor’s poodle every time I go outside
✨ No more embarrassing “mounting incidents” in front of your guests 🙈
✨ I get to live a longer, healthier, and calmer life with YOU — my favorite hooman in the world

Plus, let’s be real: the world already has so many homeless pets who need loving homes. You're helping make the world a better place for all of us 🐾🌍💖

So give me extra belly rubs, book that vet appointment, and let’s do this! I promise I’ll still love you just as much after… maybe even more (especially if there are post-surgery treats involved 😋).

🐾✂️💕

Love,
Your fur-ever friend 🐶🐾

23/05/2025

***Meet our new Veterinarian***

Please welcome our new Veterinarian Dr Tayla Smith.

Tayla is a local Port Pirie girl who before coming to Redgum was a Vet in Tasmania mainly working on cattle.

She loves fluffy puppies and kittens but also is trained on Cattle, Sheep & Goats which is a great asset for Redgum

We are looking forward to having Dr Tayla with us at Redgum

13/05/2025

***Announcement***

Next week we have Dr Tanya here who loves horses and guess what she would be really happy to see your horse if you need your horse seen by a Vet
She is available on Monday 19th May to Wednesday 21st of May please call the clinic to book in to see her
0886423308