Manukau After Hours Veterinary Clinic

19/06/2026

🐾🌟 Celebrating the Incredible Work of Guide Dogs 🌟🐾

At Manukau After Hours Veterinary Clinic, we understand that guide dogs are so much more than pets – they are trusted companions, lifelines, and highly trained partners who provide independence and confidence to the people they support every day.

We are proud to care for these remarkable dogs when they need veterinary attention, and we are committed to making their visits as stress-free and positive as possible.

Recently, some of our nursing team were lucky enough to visit Blind Low Vision NZ, where we learned more about the vital role guide dogs play in the lives of New Zealanders who are blind or have low vision. It was an inspiring experience that gave us an even greater appreciation for the dedication, training, and partnership behind every guide dog team.

A huge thank you to Blind Low Vision NZ for welcoming us and sharing your knowledge. We look forward to continuing to support these amazing dogs and the people who rely on them.

To all guide dogs and their handlers – thank you for the incredible work you do every day.

06/06/2026

Every superhero wears a cape… 🩸🐾
some just happen to have four legs.

When a critically ill patient needs a blood transfusion in the middle of the night, there isn’t always time to wait for blood products to arrive. That’s where our incredible donor dogs come in.

Many of our nurses have generously volunteered their own dogs to help save the lives of patients in need. At a moment’s notice, these furry heroes can be brought into the clinic to donate blood and give another pet a fighting chance.

We’re so grateful to our dedicated team and their amazing dogs who help make life-saving transfusions possible when every minute counts.

29/05/2026

🐾 We’re Open All Weekend! 🐾

Manukau After Hours Veterinary Clinic is here for your pets all weekend long — including nights and public holidays.

If your furry family member needs urgent care, our team is ready to help when your regular vet is closed ❤️

📍 Open overnight & weekends📞 Please call ahead where possible

Stay safe and enjoy the long weekend! 🐶🐱

21/05/2026

Meet Bond 💙

This lovely boy recently came into see us needing urgent surgery after suffering from a twisted stomach (GDV) — a life-threatening condition that requires immediate treatment.

Despite feeling very unwell, Bond was the definition of a gentle giant throughout his stay with us. The nurses completely fell in love with him, and it’s easy to see why 🐾

Thanks to the quick actions of his family and our dedicated veterinary team, Bond underwent emergency surgery and is now on the road to recovery.

We’re so glad you’re feeling better, Bond, and can soon get back to playing with your beloved tennis balls 🎾💙

We only want to see you back here for cuddles and pats — and we’ll happily trade tennis balls for the delicious rocky road you brought the team 🍫🐶

28/04/2026

Locum Veterinary Nurse – Emergency & After Hours
Manukau After Hours Veterinary Clinic | South Auckland

We are currently looking for an experienced Locum Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team on a casual/locum basis.

Based in Manukau, Auckland, we are a busy emergency and after-hours clinic providing overnight and weekend care to pets when their regular vet clinics are closed.

We are specifically looking for someone who is available to assist with:
• Weekend shifts
• Night shifts
• Potential additional cover shifts when required
Our clinic is fully equipped with:
• Digital radiography
• In-house laboratory equipment
• Ultrasound
• Endoscopy
• Dedicated surgery facilities
• Experienced emergency veterinarians and nursing team

We’re incredibly proud of the team culture we’ve built at MAHVC. We have a genuinely supportive group of vets, nurses and admin staff who work hard, support each other, and maintain a great sense of humour — because we all know after-hours can be unpredictable at times!
We would love to hear from nurses who:

• Have previous veterinary nursing experience
• Are confident working in a fast-paced environment
• Can remain calm under pressure
• Enjoy emergency/critical care nursing
• Are reliable, flexible and team-focused

Previous emergency nursing experience is beneficial, but not essential for the right person with strong general nursing skills and a great attitude.

If you’re looking for flexible locum work with a fantastic team and a well-equipped clinic, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a little bit about yourself to:
[email protected]

24/04/2026

Today we are open, and we pause to remember.

This ANZAC Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who have served our country—past and present. Their dedication allows us the freedoms we are grateful for every day.

At Manukau After Hours we’re also reminded of the important role animals have played alongside our servicemen and women—offering companionship, courage, and support in times of need.

Lest we forget. 🌺

11/04/2026

With severe weather on the way, now is the time to think ahead and make a plan - for both you and your animals 🐾

Cyclone Vaianu is expected to impact the North Island on Sunday, bringing damaging winds, heavy rain, and the potential for coastal inundation.

Animals are part of the whānau - and emergencies can be incredibly stressful if you’re not prepared. A little planning now can make a big difference when it matters most.

PREPARE WITH THESE STEPS:
🚨 Prepare them for possible evacuation - have food, medication, leads, carriers, and any essentials ready to go
🚨Make sure their identification details (like microchip information on the New Zealand Companion Animal Register) are up to date
🚨Have a plan for where they will go if you need to leave quickly
🚨If you have livestock or horses in paddocks near waterways that have the potential to flood (streams, rivers etc.), move them to
higher ground.
🚨Ask for help early if needed.

Remember, keep animals away from flood water. It may be contaminated with biological waste and chemicals.

More information on preparing companion animals:
https://www.companionanimals.nz/animals-in-emergency

More information for livestock, lifestyle block, horses etc: https://www.mpi.govt.nz/dmsdocument/26527-Animals-affected-by-flood-Advice-for-livestock-lifestyle-block-horse-and-pet-owners

A number of Severe Weather Watches have already been issued, and these may be upgraded as the situation develops. Stay up to date with the latest information here: https://www.metservice.com/warnings/severe-weather-outlook

Taking steps now helps protect the animals who rely on us 💛

10/04/2026

Happy National Pet Day! 🐾

Today we celebrate the furry, feathered, and scaly companions who make our lives brighter every single day 💛

From wagging tails to gentle purrs, our pets bring unconditional love, comfort, and plenty of laughs. We’re so lucky to be part of their care and to see the special bond they share with you.

Give your pet an extra cuddle today, spoil them with their favourite treat, or take a moment to appreciate just how much they mean to you 🐶🐱

Drop a photo of your beloved pet in the comments – we’d LOVE to see them! 📸👇

05/04/2026