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West Coast Vets work closely with the local Department of Conservation to treat wildlife that have been involved in an accident or who require emergency care. Some kiwi may require fluids prior to being flown to Massey or the Wildlife Centre in Dunedin for ongoing care.

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Latest news

Why dogs should not be fed bones

August 28th 2024Floyd is a 7-year-old labrador retriever and, like most in his breed, will eat anything, anytime, anywhere. While his owners do not feed him bones, he managed to find something ‘delicious’ whileRead more

What should I feed my pet?

August 28th 2024Just like us, our pets need good quality nutrition to remain healthy and active. High-quality foods give them the balance of nutrients their bodies need and help them to have healthy skin and coats aRead more

Gastroenteritis in your pet

August 9th 2024Gastroenteritis is inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract (stomach and the intestines) and is a common condition in cats and dogs. There are many factors that can lead to the condition,Read more

Is your cat a Fat Cat? Avoiding feline obesity.

July 11th 2024A trend of increasing numbers of obese cats has been seen worldwide, and New Zealand is no exception, with one in four cats here classified as overweight or obese. This extra weight has an impactRead more

Is pet insurance worthwhile?

July 11th 2024We were recently asked about the value of pet insurance, so here are a few thoughts. As we all know, having a pet in the family is one of life’s greatest pleasures, and a privilege that comesRead more

Meet Marvin

July 10th 2024Hi! I’m Marvin, and I’ve just arrived with my family of three from Paraguay, the heart of South America, where I was born and raised. After gaining a degree in veterinary medicine from the StateRead more

Multimin magic!

July 10th 2024It’s well known that a newborn calf is the most susceptible animal to disease on the farm, and that trace elements are essential for cattle production and immunity. So, it makes sense to ensureRead more

Calf nutrition

July 10th 2024As another calving season approaches and the calf sheds are getting prepared, it's time to think about nutrition for calves. It isn't as simple as ‘just feeding milk’. The target for rearingRead more

Calf shed prep

July 10th 2024Before we know it, the first calves will be dropping. Ensure you set aside a couple of days to get the calf shed prepared, so it isn’t a last-minute scramble. Make sure all team members on-farmRead more

Wrapping up repro results

July 10th 2024Back in May, we had our Repro Round-up evening. Thank you to all those that attended - it was great to see the numbers growing and the discussion flowing. Here is a short summary of our results forRead more

A crash course in calving

July 10th 2024Calving time is round the corner and, while we hope most cows will successfully calve unassisted, it pays to be prepared to step in when necessary. Here are some top tips to help you navigate calvingRead more

Calving kit checklist

July 10th 2024Now is the time to ensure everything is in order for spring time. One thing to sort is your calving kit, so when that first one arrives that needs pulling you are ready to go. Some things weRead more

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