Rangiora Vet Centre - Farming

17/09/2025

Please help Craig find a gardener to keep our grounds looking great!

🌱 We’re Looking for a Gardener! 🌱
Our amazing gardener is moving on to a new role, so we’re on the lookout for someone to take over caring for our grounds in Rangiora and Woodend.
This contractor role involves general garden maintenance, including:
🌿 Weeding
✂️ Pruning
🌱 Spraying
🗑️ Removing green waste
…and keeping our grounds looking great!
DETAILS:
• Seasonal work with peak periods in Spring, on average across the years approx. 8–9 hours per week
• Must supply your own tools and equipment
• A Health & Safety plan is required

If you, or someone you know, might be interested, please get in touch with Craig Perriman, Practice Manager.
Call the Rangiora branch: 03 313 7438 or email: [email protected]

Thanks so much for your help.

11/09/2025

10/09/2025

Spring Dairy News is OUT NOW! 🐮 Download now or get in touch with Matt if you would like a hard copy 🗞

Check out what's in this issue 👇

Plus get your nominations in for Calf Rearer of the Year 🏆
Nominations close 03/10/2025!

https://www.rangioravetcentre.co.nz/dairy-newsletter

04/08/2025

The cutest best friends💞🐮🐶
Play time together ✅
Sharing food ❌

A FRIENDLY REMINDER TO KEEP OTHER ANIMALS ON YOUR FARM SAFE from your calf milk replacer.

Coccidiostats are found in some calf milk replacers, calf meal and chick crumb – when used in the intended species, they are safe to use, at the appropriate manufacturer’s dose, which will have been calculated by nutritionists.

🆘 What we do know about these compounds which contain Coccidiostats, is that they are HIGHLY TOXIC and often fatal if drunk or eaten by
❌ dogs
❌ cats
❌ horses
❌ sheep
❌ goats
❌ other unintended species

🚩There is no known antidote – only supportive care, and reducing absorption if any has been consumed, using appropriate veterinary medicines and treatment.

☑️Always check the packing to see what additives are in the products you are using, and only use in the species for which it is intended. Residues can remain in containers, washing them may not remove contamination, so it is recommended to keep separate equipment for products containing coccidiostats.

If you help out a mate, share some with a friend or family member, please ensure they know this is HIGHLY TOXIC FOR other animals.❤️‍🩹

⚠️ In the event of accidental ingestion for an animal other than a calf, please contact your vet immediately for advice and treatment.

30/07/2025

We’re on the lookout for a passionate and proactive Customer Service team member who thrives on delivering outstanding client experiences. You’ll be the friendly face that greets our clients, helps solve problems, and keeps things running smoothly at the front line of our business.

This is a permanent position, averaging 30 hours per week. 📲 Find out more or apply now https://www.trademe.co.nz/5446506323

26/07/2025

CALF REARER OF THE YEAR! 🏆🐮Nominations now open!

NOMINATION GUIDELINES:
• Nominate AND give an explanation as to why the calf rearer is so awesome. Self-nominations are allowed and welcomed! 👏
• FPT (passive transfer) bloods must be done on at least two batches of calves. (Early + Mid Season) Bloods are taken from 12 calves between 12 hours to 7 days old. We recommend this be done at debudding by our tech team.
• Calf shed setup & hygiene practices will be informally judged by the RVC tech team when they’re on farm for debudding visits (or at an arranged time).

📢We’ll announce the winner towards the end of the year.
We hope everyone has a smooth and successful calf rearing season.
We know sometimes things don’t quite go to plan and that’s okay, we are here to help. Do not hesitate to contact us with any concerns you have. 📞

Let Kellie know your nomination by 3/10/25 via 📲 text: 021 338 717 or 📧 email: [email protected]

24/07/2025

The Vet team is excited to let you know their Calving Cup Competition 2025 "Barnyard Edition" is now underway! If you need a vet during this period, you may see one of these familiar faces on your farm.
The team hope it's all smooth sailing on your farm this calving season. Do not hesitate to call us if you need us. We're here for you!

24/07/2025

Dairy News - Raising Calves - Special Edition! 🐮

▪️Pick-up (paddock to trailer)
▪️Arrival at the calf shed
▪️Sick calves
▪️De-budding
🏆 Calf Rearer of the Year - Nominations open NOW!

Download now or get in touch with Matt if you would like a hard copy 🗞
https://www.rangioravetcentre.co.nz/dairy-newsletter

15/07/2025

Good to see everyone is being sun-smart on farm this season ☀ 😎 🧢 🕶

12/07/2025

Exciting news, teat scoring is now a part of Welfarm!

Why Teat Scoring?
✔️ Reduces mastitis & lowers somatic cell counts
✔️ Improves milking routines & machine performance
✔️ Detects early signs of damage like cracks & swelling
✔️ Another set of eyes on your cows during a busy period

If you have any more questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with one of the team!

10/07/2025

If you enjoy developing strong relationships with clients, working in a team environment and have a desire to see your clients succeed in their farming businesses through training and advisory work, then this is the job for you!

In this exciting position we want you to grow and find your own 'niche' of services that you want to excel in. We are seeking applications from all levels of experience.

📲For more information and application details follow the link https://www.rangioravetcentre.co.nz/careers-dairy-large-animal-veterinarian