Farmfirst & Petfirst Veterinary Riverside

23/10/2026

While you're looking at pasture cover, production, body condition, lameness and more, it can be easy to miss the sneakier challenges. This month, we look at two often-invisible thieves of profitability, Bovine Viral Diarrhoea and Phantom cows.

Read more: https://bit.ly/FarmfirstCant-DairyUpdate-Oct26

23/10/2026

This month, we look ahead to the coming months for high value protection and prevention to maximise animal health, fertility and return on investment.

Farmfirst Veterinary

20/10/2026

All of our clinics will be closed on Monday 26 October for Labour Day. Our Havelock North clinic will also be closed this Friday 23 October for Hawkes Bay Anniversary Day.

For emergency care, please contact your clinic.

01/10/2026

A massive congrats to the Farmfirst Team's for organising and running the Farmfirst Working Dog Workshops at Coleridge Downs and Willesden Farms last week.

We also want to thank Lloyd Smith, BlackHawk, Beef+Lamb NZ, our generous hosts Coleridge Downs and Willesden Farms, our sponsors and Reps that helped to make the day come together, along with everyone who registered and came along to support these very informative workshops.

22/09/2026

We are very fortunate at Farmfirst & Petfirst Veterinary Riverside to have such an awesome Tech Team! Here we have Izzy and Jem looking as cool as cucumbers between BVD bleeding several hundred bulls with Malcolm and Chloe (yes, that's right, a massive welcome back to Chloe!) and heading off to disbud some of our clients very precious replacement calves.
Great stuff Team!

11/09/2026

Commercial Advisor Jo has been out and about this week with our new Darfield Agri Coordinator Katie. What a view from the office window ladies!!😍

11/09/2026

Check out the DWN Long Lunch event with Sacha Coburn.

28/08/2026

Everyone will be happy at home with 20% off Veggiedent dental treats for dogs and Greenies dental treats for cats, until 30/9/26! Specially formulated to help clean teeth and freshen breath, these are a treat for them AND their teeth!

Find yours at your nearest Petfirst Veterinary clinic: https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/our-clinics

28/08/2026

If you're just starting out on a brushing habit with your fur friend, Plaqtiv+ dental wipes are a great start! Specially created with a texture and formulation to gently clean their teeth and freshen breath, wipes help your pet get used to the process - or are a great option when you're out and about!

Ask your Petfirst team for a personalised recommendation: https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/our-clinics

26/08/2026

a super-soft dog bed for your VIP dog this International Dog Day. From best friends, walking buddies and couch companions to some of the hardest-working staff on the farm, our dogs make our lives complete.

To be in to win, show us your good boy or girl in the comments below.

Closes 6/9/26, Social terms apply. Must be able to collect prize from nearest Petfirst clinic.

26/08/2026

Pre-lamb orders heading into the high country 🥰

We have our fingers and toes crossed that this cold snap is over quickly, sets up some good spring growth and we return to blue skies like this again soon!

21/08/2026

Have a great weekend and see you Monday!

17/08/2026

Human toothpastes can be toxic to pets, so pick up a special paste just for them. It's malt flavoured, so they'll love the taste and you'll love 20% off until 30 September 2026.

Ask your local Petfirst team for a recommendation or demonstration: https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/our-clinics

17/08/2026

Join us for a day of practical dog training with one of New Zealand's most respected and consistently successful dog trialists, Lloyd Smith. Bookings essential, two locations to choose from!

Special thanks to our partners Beef + Lamb New Zealand and Black Hawk Pet Care New Zealand!

Find out more and book your spot here:

17/08/2026

What happens at a FREE dental check — and why does it make such a difference? Petfirst Ferrymead Veterinary Nurse Ange explains what your fur friend’s visit includes and shares how to keep your pet smiling.

Watch the video, then book your fur friend’s FREE check here: https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/book-your-fur-friends-free-dental-check

17/08/2026

Not perfect? Not a problem! Latest research has revealed that even brushing your pet's teeth just once a week can make a meaningful difference to their oral and overall health when combined with other homecare options.

Your local Petfirst team can help you get started - or visit
https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/book-your-fur-friends-free-dental-check
to read more of the research and find tips, tricks and videos.

17/08/2026

Lorna and Jo have been out on farm conducting spring consults, talking pre-lamb, pre-calving, animal health plans, RVMs, getting stags set up for button drop, working dog health...and everything in between!

11/08/2026

What happens at a FREE dental check, and why does it make such a difference? Petfirst Veterinary Nurse Ange explains what your fur friend’s visit includes and shares how to keep your pet smiling.

Watch the video, then book your fur friend’s FREE check here: https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/book-your-fur-friends-free-dental-check