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Specialist and emergency vet hospitals in 2 Auckland locations - (Schnapper Rock and Freemans Bay).

28/10/2026

Thank you, Emma, for looking out for this precious penguin 🐧 For calling DOC and making the journey to pass the wee guy over into the care of our ARC North team

The world, and it's precious wildlife, needs more people like you! 😍

How privileged are our staff to get to care for such gorgeous wee vulnerable creatures?! 😍

⭐ A reminder that with Avian influenza found in NZ, we ask the public to call ahead before bringing sick or injured birds into our clinics. This is so that we can provide advice over the phone, prepare our team and adhere to national protocols to prevent the spread of HPAI. Thanks!

26/10/2026

🎉 FIRST PUBLICATION ALERT! A huge congratulations to Dr Shania Mishra! 🩺📚🐾

We're incredibly proud to celebrate the first scientific publication by our wonderful veterinary intern, Dr Shania Mishra, alongside co-author veterinary cardiologist Dr Joon Seo! 👏

Their published case report explores the management of a complex heart rhythm disorder in a four-year-old Dobermann Pinscher diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AF) and suspected early dilated cardiomyopathy.

❤️ A fascinating cardiac case!

The report provides valuable insights into the management of challenging cardiac arrhythmias in dogs and highlights a potential treatment approach for certain patients with recurrent atrial fibrillation.

🔬 Contributing to veterinary knowledge

At ARC Vets, our team is passionate about advancing veterinary medicine, not only through the care we provide our patients every day, but also through clinical research, case reports and scientific publications.

Our vets are continually investigating interesting cases, sharing their findings and contributing to the growing body of veterinary literature. It's something we're immensely proud of, and we particularly love seeing our interns and early-career veterinarians getting involved in research and publishing their work!

💜 A little more about Shania...

Shania first joined the ARC family as a rotating veterinary intern, where she worked exceptionally hard, embraced every learning opportunity and quickly became a much-loved member of our team.

After completing her rotating internship, she spent some time gaining valuable experience in general practice before recently returning to ARC to undertake a Dermatology internship.

Now she gets to indulge her love of all things skin! 🐶🐱🔬

Congratulations, Shania!

If you're interested, you can have a read here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1760273426001189

25/10/2026

How cute is this review we received, written from the point of view of Ziggy the puppy?! 🐕

Such a sweet and thoughtful way of sharing thanks for the care our team gave 🥰

All the feels!

25/10/2026

ARC Vets delivered a very special educational event last weekend! We will look forward to sharing more about it down the track, but for now here's a snippet shared by co-hosts The New Zealand Veterinary Association 😍

22/10/2026

🐾 Long Weekend Plans? We've Got Your Pets Covered! 🐾

☀️ Labour Weekend is almost here! Whether you're heading away for a few days, enjoying some outdoor adventures, or relaxing at home with your furry family members, we hope you have a wonderful and safe long weekend!

🚨 But remember, pet emergencies don't take public holidays!

Our dedicated emergency veterinary teams are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including Labour Day, at BOTH of our Auckland hospitals.

🏥 ARC North – Albany

🏥 ARC Central – Freemans Bay

From unexpected injuries and illnesses to those worrying moments when something just isn't right, our experienced emergency vets and nurses are here to help, day or night.

📞 If possible, please give us a call before bringing your pet in, so our team can prepare for your arrival and advise you on the best location for care.

💙 Hopefully you won't need us, but it's reassuring to know we're here if you do!

Happy Labour Weekend from all of us at ARC Vets! 🐶🐱🐰

20/10/2026

Tiny seed, big problems- The dangers of grass seeds 🌱

At this time of year, we wanted to provide a reminder of the dangers of grass seeds for pets. These small, seemingly harmless objects have an incredible ability to work their way into fur and pierce the skin of pets and travel around the body, wreaking havoc.

The wonderful team at Southern Cross Pet Insurance have shared a wee write-up about a few experiences pet owners have had to claim on, related to grass seeds. Have a read here: https://www.southerncrosspet.co.nz/pet-hub/tips-and-tricks/grass-seed-danger?utm_campaign=47734106-Quote%20Nurture&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_TMdiHqa7Ik73MxshqV9lsxITtIRs4LWBSxfCkVsRwGnrp3BqWbAisLMyQDYI63Wd1wfhFf7xNI219YfBzwZmAowh14o7ajqUDvwvUDAmq_A_8644&_hsmi=439196807&utm_content=439196807&utm_source=hs_email

And our team have published removing a grass seed from the brain of a young dog! Honestly, these little beasites can get everywhere! Have a read of that extraordinary case here: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/vru.13307

👉The advice:

Grass seed injuries- what to look for:

Long-haired dog breeds are more susceptible to picking up grass seed barbs on their fur. But all dogs – and even cats – can get grass seed injuries.

💠As a precaution you can keep your pet on a lead around long grass.
💠 Check for seeds on returning home from a walk, particularly around the pads of your dog’s feet, ears and armpits. This will help you find those barbs before they can create a problem.
💠To reduce the chance of seeds getting attached to your pet’s fur, it’s a good idea to keep their hair short around their paws and tummy so a bit of summer grooming can help.

19/10/2026

Hooked on fish hooks 🐶🎣

Before reaching ARC Vets, a 14-year-old Labradoodle had managed to swallow something no dog should ever eat... a barbed fish hook while enjoying a trip to the beach. 🎣🐾

After his family noticed straining to toilet and changes in his stools, radiographs at his referring veterinarian confirmed the fish hook was lodged in his large intestine, and he was referred to ARC Vets for further assessment.

Our ARC North Emergency team, led by Dr Anne Wyer, used imaging, including an air colonography, to confirm the hook's location and ensure there was no evidence of intestinal perforation. Rather than proceeding straight to surgery, the dog underwent a lower gastrointestinal endoscopy.

During the procedure, the fish hook was found to be only superficially embedded in the re**al lining. Using the endoscope to visualise the hook, our team was able to carefully free and remove it without surgery. Apart from a small superficial area of irritation where the hook had caught, there was no significant damage to the bowel, and the dog made an excellent recovery before heading home later that day. ❤️

This case is a great reminder that not every foreign body requires an operation. With advanced endoscopic equipment and experienced emergency vets and internal medicine specialists, many objects—including fish hooks and other foreign material—can be safely removed from the upper or lower gastrointestinal tract without the need for invasive surgery. Avoiding an operation often means less discomfort, a faster recovery, and fewer risks for our patients.

A big thank you to this sweet gentle pooch's family and his referring veterinary team for acting quickly when something wasn't right. Colonic perforation can be deadly. Early referral made a difference with this case!

18/10/2026

🐶👀 BIG eyes, little noses… but are those adorable eyes at risk?

We all love the gorgeous, expressive faces of flat-faced breeds like Pugs, French Bulldogs, Shih Tzus and English Bulldogs. ❤️ But did you know that the very features that make these dogs so endearing can also put their eyesight at risk?

Brachycephalic Ocular Syndrome (BOS) is a collection of eye problems commonly affecting short-nosed breeds. Their prominent eyes, shallow eye sockets and sometimes poorly fitting eyelids can leave them particularly vulnerable to irritation, injury and even vision loss.

👁️ Common eye problems include:
🐾 Dry, irritated eyes
🐾 Painful corneal ulcers
🐾 Eyelids that roll inwards and rub against the eye
🐾 Pigmentation and scarring of the cornea
🐾 Cherry eye

The good news? Early recognition and appropriate treatment can make a huge difference! 💙

Treatment can range from lubricating eye drops to corrective eyelid surgery, helping protect the eyes, improve comfort and preserve vision.

📖 Our lovely Ophthalmology Registrar, Dr Fiona McKeever, has written a fantastic new online resource explaining Brachycephalic Ocular Syndrome, what owners should look out for, and the treatment options available.

If you share your home with a squishy-faced companion, this is well worth a read!

👉 Read Dr Fiona's article here:
https://arcvets.co.nz/resources/brachycephalic-ocular-syndrome-bos-in-dogs/

💡 Remember: Redness, squinting, excessive tearing or changes in the appearance of your dog's eyes should never be ignored. Eye conditions can progress quickly, so prompt veterinary assessment is important.

15/10/2026

🐾 Helping pets get back on their feet with Total Hip Replacement 🦴

Hip pain can have a huge impact on a pet's quality of life. Whether it's caused by hip dysplasia, arthritis, developmental abnormalities or trauma, a painful hip joint can make even simple activities like walking, running, climbing stairs or playing difficult.

At ARC Vets, our specialist-led surgical team offers a range of advanced treatment options for hip disease, including Total Hip Replacement—the gold standard procedure for restoring comfort and function in carefully selected patients.

Performed by Specialist Surgeon Dr Phil Hyndman, total hip replacement replaces the diseased joint with a prosthetic implant, allowing dogs to return to an active, pain-free life. For many patients, it can be truly life-changing, restoring mobility, confidence and the ability to enjoy the activities they love most.

💙 No surprises when it comes to cost

We've also taken the guesswork out of specialist care by offering fixed-price Total Hip Replacement surgery. This allows families to plan with confidence, knowing exactly what to expect financially—without compromising on the exceptional specialist care their pet deserves.

If your pet has been diagnosed with hip disease, or you're wondering whether surgery may be an option, Dr Hyndman's online resource explains the causes of hip pain, treatment options and when total hip replacement may be recommended.

📖 Read more about hip disease and treatment options:
https://arcvets.co.nz/resources/the-hip-joint/

💲 View our fixed-price specialist surgery packages:
https://arcvets.co.nz/pricing/

Because every pet deserves the chance to move comfortably, play happily and enjoy life to the fullest. 🐕🐈

Address

224 Albany Highway, Schnapper Rock
Auckland
0632

Telephone

+6492815815

Website

http://www.arcvets.co.nz/

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