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Ikhala Vet Clinic is a multi-species clinic that provides advanced and innovative veterinary care. Veterinarian

11/11/2026

Not your average impala! 😍

Did you know impala come in more than one colour?

This handsome chap is a *saddle-backed impala* - characterised by that distinct darker “saddle” marking across his back.

Other colour variants you might spot include:
🖤 Black impala
🤍 White impala
🤎 White-flanked, Dapple or Royal impala

These are caused by naturally occuring recessive genetic mutations which can effect melanin production and distribution throughout the hair follicles - though in some areas they are selectively bred for.

Have you ever seen one in the field?

10/11/2026

🚨 HELP, MY DOG’S FACE IS SWOLLEN! 🚨

It’s that time of year again. As we head into summer in the Eastern Cape, we’re seeing a spike in dogs coming in with sudden facial swelling.

Most common culprits? 👇
🐍 Snake bites
🐝 Bee / wasp stings
🤧 Allergic reactions
🦷 Abscesses, thorns & grass seeds

Why it’s an emergency:
Swelling around the muzzle, eyes and throat can quickly affect breathing. Even if your dog seems bright, it needs to be checked ASAP. Time really is critical.What to check before you get to us:Breathing - noisy or laboured?Inside the mouth - any puncture wounds or stings?Hives, vomiting or collapse? What were they doing? Digging in bushes / long grass?

What helps us:
✅ Keep them calm & quiet
✅ If you SAW the snake - a photo from a SAFE distance helps us with ID. Please don’t try to catch it.
✅ Call us on the way❌ Please don’t cut the bite, suck venom, apply a tourniquet, or give medication unless advised by your vet.If you notice ANY swelling - don’t wait and see. Give us a call.

📍 Ikhala Vet Clinic - 087 701 9501
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09/11/2026

Meet Oreo! 🖤🤍

Oreo came in to see Dr Meg this weekend after developing a limp. On examination, she discovered a cat bite abscess that needed some attention.

The wound was cleaned, and Oreo was sent home with pain relief and antibiotics to help him recover. ❤️‍🩹

Cat bite wounds can sometimes be easy to miss, especially under all that fur, but they can develop into painful abscesses that need veterinary treatment.

Feel better soon, Oreo! 🐾

06/11/2026

What a day in Alexandria! 🐾💙

The Ikhala team alongside guests from and volunteers with held another full community outreach day for the dogs and cats of the Kwanonqubela community.

SUCCESSFUL STATS:
💉 92 Rabies Vaccinations
🐾 10 Sterilisations
🪲 333 Flea / Tick & Dewormer treatments
🩺 6 Sick & Injured Patients treated

Ikhala is proudly partnered with Medivet & Wilderness Foundation, who made this day possible donating the medical supplies, vaccines, and food packs for each pet, and stood with our team all day to make sure every dog was seen, cared for, and sent home a little healthier.

As always, a BIG thank you to and your volunteers for your hard work and helping coordinate the day, and to for the collars and surgical supplies, we could not do these events without either of you, and are extremely grateful. 🩵

A special shoutout to the students! Thank you for always helping us prepare for the big day, you guys are the best! 🫶🏻

NEXT UP: Ikhala will be holding a blanket drive for our next
community day on Nov 25th. Please bring new or used blankets to the clinic so we can hand out to those in need. 🧣🐾

03/11/2026

🐾 PUPPY CUTENESS OVERLOAD! 🐾

It’s been a very good week for puppy cuddles at Ikhala, including meeting Maverick, Cooper, Winston and Eva! 🥰

But those first puppy visits are about more than just being cute…

💉 VACCINATIONS & BOOSTERS: Mum’s antibodies give puppies early protection, but they gradually wear off. A series of vaccinations helps their own immune systems build protection against serious infectious diseases. That’s why completing the full puppy vaccine course matters!

🐛 DEWORMING: Puppies can pick up worms from their mother, through her milk, or from their environment. Roundworms and hookworms are particularly common and can cause poor growth, diarrhoea and even anaemia. Regular, age-appropriate deworming helps control these parasites as your puppy grows.

If your pet needs to start, or is due for vaccinations, boosters or parasite prevention, get in touch with our team to arrange an appointment. We’re here to help keep your pets healthy and protected at every stage of life. 🐾💙

02/11/2026

EARLY FESTIVE CHEER?? ABSOLUTELY! 🎄✨

For the month of November unwrap 25% off Hill's Pet Nutrition and save up to R1000. No minimum spend required ‼️

Visit www.SaveOnHills.co.za to get your coupon and get saving! 🎁🐾

28/10/2026

🐴 NOW IN: Lionel’s Horse Licks 2kg
Available in Cherry 🍒 | Apple 🍏 | Carrot 🥕

Is your horse getting enough salt? Horses lose large amounts of sodium and chloride through sweat, especially in summer and during training, and a deficiency can lead to poor performance, muscle fatigue and reduced water intake.

Why we recommend salt licks:

🧂 Self-regulation: Horses take what they need, when they need it
💧 Hydration & Electrolytes: Critical for thirst drive, fluid balance and nerve/muscle function
💪 Supports performance & recovery
☀️ Weather resistant & highly palatable for stabled & grazing horses

Ideal as free-choice alongside a balanced diet. If your horse has kidney or metabolic issues, or is on a restricted diet, chat to us first.

Available now in 2kg licks and more flavours to choose from, come visit us!

25/10/2026

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Montego Karoo Venison & Lamb 🦌🐑

Your favourite hypoallergenic recipe, Karoo Venison & Lamb (1.75kg / 8kg / 15kg) is temporarily out of stock everywhere.

Montego has let us know that due to huge demand for this recipe and delays at international shipping ports for some of the imported ingredients, they are struggling to replenish stock. It may take a few weeks. 😩

We know many of your dogs do SO well on this food, so we’re really sorry for the inconvenience! ❤️

GOOD NEWS FOR THE INCONVENIENCE:
To help out, the supplier is offering 5% OFF all alternate Karoo recipes while Venison & Lamb is unavailable.

WHAT CAN YOU FEED IN THE MEANTIME?

1. For sensitive tummies (best swap): Karoo Sensitive Gut Health available in 3kg & 12kg.
2. For dogs without sensitivities: Karoo Collagen Beef & Lamb OR Karoo Chicken, Lamb & Rice

Need help choosing? Message us with your dog’s weight & sensitivities and we’ll find the best match for you. 🐶

REMINDER: When you swap, please do it gradually over 7 days to prevent any tummy upset :
Days 1-2: 75% old food + 25% new food
Days 3-4: 50% old + 50% new
Days 5-6: 25% old + 75% new
Day 7+: 100% new

We’ll let you know as soon as Venison & Lamb is back in store. Thank you so much for your patience and understanding! 🫶🏻

21/10/2026

CARDIAC ULTRASOUND 👀

Dr Robyn performed an echocardiogram (ultrasound of the heart) on one of our patients today. Swipe to see the heart beating in real-time! 👉💓

❤️ The echo allows her to look at the size of each chamber, how strongly the heart is pumping, and whether the valves are working the way they should be. She can also check for any fluid around the heart or in the chest.

🔍 Ultrasound is not only for the heart, but we are able to assess the abdominal organs, confirm pregnancies and pick up any masses on the inside.

It is a great diagnostic tool to have in the clinic, as it doesn’t hurt at all, with most pets lying quietly without needing sedation. We get answers immediately, so if something’s wrong we can pick it up early and start treatment straight away. ❤️‍🩹

This was a happy, healthy heart to report! 🤍

14/10/2026

WE’RE HIRING! 🩺🐾💙

Ikhala Vet Clinic is looking for a qualified Vet Nurse to join our mixed-practice team in Grahamstown.

If you have a SAVC registration, anaesthetic monitoring experience, a positive attitude, and love variety from rabbits to rhinos, this role is for you.

What we offer:
Varied mixed-practice caseload, substantial staff discounts, involvement in NPO & community work, shared rotational on-call, and a CPD allowance.

An AHT with 3+ years small animal clinical experience will also be considered. 🙌

📩 Send your CV to: [email protected]

Please share with anyone who might be a great fit!

Address

3 Strowan Road
Grahamstown
6139

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:30
Thursday	08:00 - 17:30
Friday	08:00 - 17:30
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

Telephone

+27877019501

Website

http://www.ikhalavet.com/

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