Turtle’s lucky break Posted 26/01/2017 8358 This little Turtle was brought into WellPet Vets Nepean when a member of the public found it with a damaged shell. Dr Alexandra Swan examined the turtle. The turtle was ok despite a depression fracture to the carapace. This type of fracture would involve a surgical procedure. During the procedure Dr Swan would place stabilisation wires on
WHISKEY THE POMERANIAN SURVIVES HOUSE FIRE Posted 08/01/2017 5762 This is the story of Whiskey the Pomeranian. Whiskey was pulled from a severe house fire that engulfed an apartment in Jamisontown. Whiskey, his mate Tina, and owner Mr Wiggins were found inside when Fire and Rescue NSW arrived. Whiskey’s owner Mr Wiggins was unconscious, Tina had sadly perished and Whiskey was found burnt, covered
WellPet Vets Christmas Holiday Consultation Hours Posted 27/12/2016 3227 WELLPET VETS NEPEAN IS OPEN 24 HOURS OVER THE CHRISTMAS PERIOD – CALL 1300 WELLPET or 02 4733 3456 🌙☀🎅🏥🌟 As always our Nepean Animal Hospital will be open 24/7 over the Christmas period*. Hopefully you won’t need us but rest assured we will be there for you and your pet if you do. WellPet Vets
WILDLIFE CARE AT WELLPET VETS – Lace Monitor’s dog attack recovery Posted 15/12/2016 6060 This large wild lace monitor was presented to Nepean Animal Hospital after hours during our Western Sydney Veterinary Emergency Service by a WIRES carer after being rescued from a multiple dog attack. The monitor was promptly and carefully assessed by our emergency Vet, Dr. Alexandra Swan. Dr. Alexandra has a passion for reptiles and has
HOW TO HELP YOUR PET BEAT THE HEAT Posted 07/12/2016 3902 Summer is upon us again! It looks like we are in for a long and very hot summer ahead of us. We would like to take a moment to discuss the implications the hot weather can have on your pets. All pets can suffer from the heat, not only dogs and cats but also birds,
Santa Paws Helping Orphaned Pets This Christmas Posted 24/11/2016 3154 Santa Paws is back at WellPet Vets! This year is fast disappearing and it’s that jolly time again where Santa and the Christmas Spirit is in the air. Sadly, it’s not always a happy time for some animals who find themselves alone and without homes. Each year in conjunction with the wonderful Franklin from Franklin
BEWARE OF SNAKES! Posted 10/11/2016 5546 It’s that time of year again, and you may have noticed the many warnings appearing in the media in relation to snakes. These warnings are not exaggerating the risk. The Western Sydney Emergency Service, operating from Nepean Animal Hospital, treated more than 10 cases of snake bite in October alone. Sia the Dachshund is one
4 STEPS TO KEEP YOUR PET SAFE THIS HALLOWEEN Posted 29/10/2016 3026 Halloween can be a scary and sometimes dangerous time for pets….here are 4 tips to ensure your pet stays safe this Halloween period…. 1. Keep your halloween chocolates and treats out of your pets reach, chocolates and some other lollies can be toxic to pets! If your pet happens to get hold of them contact
THE FACTS ABOUT DESEXING YOUR PET Posted 18/10/2016 2516 THE FACTS ABOUT DESEXING YOUR PET Why should I desex my pet? WellPet Vets offer desexing services to most small domestic animals. These include; Cats, Dogs, Rabbits, Ferrets, Rats and Guinea Pigs. Desexing your pet prior to them reaching puberty (this is approximately 4-6months of age) greatly reduces the incidence of; unwanted pregnancies, hormone related,
Lalor’s Recovery Posted 26/09/2016 2991 Remember Lalor? 6 weeks ago, Lalor was rescued from a drain by Blacktown Fire Brigade. She had severe Demodex (skin condition), a broken leg and was on deaths door. But look at her now! I think you will agree that she has made a remarkable transformation. She currently continues her recovery journey at WellPet Vets
Creating a positive stress free vet visit for your pet Posted 08/09/2016 2683 Vet visits are commonly a stressful time for most pets as generally they only visit the vet for their annual vaccinations, or when they are injured or unwell. When you sit back and reflect on it; being removed from home, restrained in a car, taken to a clinic that smells and sounds like other animals,
How scary is ringworm? Posted 25/08/2016 4666 Over the last month WellPet Vets has seen an increase in cases of Ringworm and we find the condition is often misunderstood and met with fear and confusion. Truth be known, ringworm is not that scary at all, just a nuisance. Despite its name, ringworm is NOT a worm, it’s not even caused by a