Maraboon Vet Surgery Blackwater

16/10/2026

🐱 FELIWAY… now in snack form!

You may already know FELIWAY for their sprays and diffusers, but now there’s another way to bring a little calm into your cat’s day – FELIWAY Happy Snacks!

These tasty calming treats are designed to help your cat feel calm, relaxed and content, making them a great option for:
- Vet visits & travel
- Changes around the home
- New people or pets
- Fireworks & loud noises
- Or simply as a tasty everyday treat!

Available in Chicken & Salmon flavours. 😻

Want to know more?
Visit www.feliway.com.au/products/happy-snack or contact our friendly team at Maraboon Vet Surgery on 4987 6800.

12/10/2026

🦟 ONE MOSQUITO BITE IS ALL IT TAKES!

Heartworm is a serious and potentially life-threatening disease and here in Central Queensland, mosquitoes are certainly no strangers!

The good news? Heartworm is preventable. Keeping your dog’s protection up to date is much easier and safer than treating an established infection.

Our latest blog covers:
- How dogs get heartworm
- Signs to watch for
- Prevention options
- When heartworm testing is recommended
- What happens if a dog tests positive

⭐ HEARTWORM MONTH SPECIAL! ⭐
This month, we're offering a COMPLIMENTARY HEARTWORM TEST for dogs receiving their Proheart SR-12 injection on the same day as their test!

📖 Read the full blog to learn more:
www.maraboonvet.com.au/blog/heartworm-why-prevention-matters

📞 To book or check if your dog’s heartworm prevention is up to date, contact Maraboon Vet Surgery on 07 4987 6800.

09/10/2026

🎓 Congratulations to our Puppy Preschool Graduates! 🎓

A huge congratulations to Ziggy, Sunnie, Lady, Western & Gracie on graduating from Puppy Preschool! You’ve all done such a fantastic job learning, socialising and building those all-important puppy skills. Well done to these clever pups!

🐶 Have a puppy ready to join the fun?
Our next Puppy Preschool class starts Tuesday, 13th October and spaces are filling quickly!

Puppy Preschool is a great way to help your pup build confidence, learn good manners and develop positive social skills in a fun, supportive environment.

Call Maraboon Vet on 07 4987 6800 to secure your puppy’s spot!

09/10/2026

🐾🩺HAPPY VET NURSE DAY 🐾🩺

Today we are celebrating the incredible vet nurses who are the heart and soul of Maraboon Vet Surgery!

Our patients are lucky to receive your comfort, love, and kindness (and big cuddles).

So THANK YOU to our amazing nurse team for all you do for our patients, clients, and each other.

Your dedication, hard work, and love do not go unnoticed. We couldn’t do this without you! ❤️❤️

04/10/2026

👑 Kings Holiday Closure Notice

Please note that all Maraboon Vet clinics will be closed on Monday, 5 October 2026 for the Kings Holiday.

Our 24/7 Emergency Vet Service will remain available throughout the public holiday. If you require urgent veterinary care, please call 07 4987 6800.

We hope you and your pets enjoy a safe and happy long weekend! 🐾💙

28/09/2026

🦟 HEARTWORM MONTH 🦟

Prevention is easier than treatment!

Did you know heartworm is spread by mosquitoes and can cause serious, potentially life-threatening disease in dogs? It only takes one mozzie bite, which is why year-round prevention is so important.

Throughout October, we’re offering a complimentary heartworm test for dogs receiving their yearly heartworm injection on the SAME day as the heartworm test.

This offer is perfect if your dog:
🦟 Is starting yearly heartworm prevention
🦟 Is overdue for their heartworm injection and requires testing

One injection provides 12 months of heartworm protection, making it an easy way to keep your best mate covered all year round.

Available throughout October at Maraboon Vet Surgery Emerald, Blackwater and on our rural run days!

📞 Call 4987 6800 to book your dog’s appointment.

Don’t give heartworm a chance, prevention is the best protection.

25/09/2026

❤️ CALLING ALL DOGGY HEROES! ❤️

We’re on the lookout for more amazing dogs to join our blood donor program and help us save the lives of dogs in need.

Just like people, dogs can require lifesaving blood transfusions following trauma, surgery or serious illness. Having our wonderful donor dogs ready to help can make all the difference when an emergency walks through our doors.

Your dog could be a hero if they are:
🩸 Healthy with a friendly temperament
🩸 Between 1–7 years old
🩸 25kg or over
🩸 Fully vaccinated
🩸 On regular heartworm prevention
🩸 Have never previously received a blood transfusion

And because our heroes deserve to be spoilt, each donor receives a Blood Donor Hero bandanna, certificate of recognition, $50 credit on their account, a yummy meal after donating and LOTS of cuddles from our nurses! 🥰

Think your dog has what it takes to be one of our Doggy Heroes? We’d love to hear from you!

Give the Maraboon Vet Surgery team a call on 4987 6800 to register your interest or find out more.

A small donation from them could mean everything to another family.

21/09/2026

Houseplants can brighten your home… but some can be dangerous for your cat 🐱

Did you know that common plants like lilies, sago palms, daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, and autumn crocus can cause serious illness in cats?

If you have a curious feline at home, it's worth taking a few minutes to check which plants they can access, both inside and outside.

⚠️🌿 Signs of plant toxicity may include:
- Drooling
- Vomiting or diarrhoea
- Loss of appetite
- Lethargy
- Tremors or seizures
- Difficulty breathing
- Changes in gum colour
- Collapse

🚨 Lilies deserve a special mention, even small amounts of pollen or water from a vase can cause life-threatening kidney damage in cats.

If you think your cat has chewed or eaten a toxic plant, don't wait for symptoms to appear. Contact us on 4987 6800 or call the Australian Animal Poisons Helpline on 1300 869 738.

A little prevention goes a long way in keeping our feline friends safe.

18/09/2026

🐾 Warmer days are the perfect time to tackle matted coats 🐾

As the warmer months approach, professional grooming can help prevent painful matting, reduce excess fur and keep your cat clean and comfortable. Our experienced veterinary nursing team offers lion clips, full clips, belly and hygiene clips, demoulting, bathing and more, tailored to your cat’s individual needs.

All grooming procedures require sedation to help keep your cat calm and safe. Pre-grooming blood testing is also required for cats aged seven years or older, or those with underlying health conditions.

Learn more about our cat-grooming services and booking requirements here:
https://www.maraboonvet.com.au/pet-grooming

📞 For more information on our grooming services or to book your cat, call our friendly team on 07 4987 6800.

14/09/2026

🌼 The Itch That Won’t Quit! 🌼

Spring has arrived in Central Queensland and unfortunately, for some of our pets, so has allergy season!

If your dog or cat is scratching more than usual, constantly licking their paws, rubbing their face or suffering from recurring ear infections, allergies could be behind the itch. Environmental allergens, fleas, food and even some products that come into contact with the skin can all cause problems.

In this month’s blog, we cover common causes of pet allergies, signs to watch for, simple things you can do at home and the treatment options available to help keep itchy pets comfortable.

Don’t just put up with the itch! Early treatment can help prevent secondary skin and ear infections and make a big difference to your pet’s comfort.

Read our latest blog here:
https://www.maraboonvet.com.au/blog/the-itch-that-wont-quit-recognising-common-pet-allergies

Concerned about your pet’s skin? Give our friendly team a call on 07 4987 6800.

18/08/2026

👀👀We are searching for a new part-time receptionist to join our superstar Blackwater team! Know someone GREAT who will fit the role? Send them our way...👀👀

Check out more details at:
www.maraboonvet.com.au/careers

15/12/2025

If your furry friend requires veterinary services before the Christmas break, there are only 2 trading days left at our Blackwater clinic! Give our friendly team a call (call the Emerald clinic over the next couple days to book in Blackwater - 07 4987 6800) or book online at https://www.maraboonvet.com.au/book-now

From all of our Blackwater team, we wish all of our wonderful clients and patients a very happy and safe Christmas.

13/11/2025

Due to some last minute cancellations, we have available appointments in Blackwater tomorrow! So if your pet needs a vaccination or veterinary care, give us a call to book in.

15/09/2025

📢 Notice for our Blackwater Clients

Our Blackwater Clinic will be closed this Friday, 19th September 2025.

The Emerald Clinic will remain open from 8am–5pm, and an on-call vet will be available for afterhours emergencies.

Thank you for your understanding 💚🐾

09/02/2025

We are experiencing some technical issues with our phones. If you need to call us, please call the Emerald clinic on 0749876800. We are working with our support team to get our system up and running as soon as possible. We apologise for the inconvenience.

07/01/2025

DREAM ADMIN JOB OPENING! We have an exciting position now open for a part-time veterinary receptionist. We'd love a local Blackwater resident to join our team. If you are looking for a fresh change in 2025, come have a chat with us.

Rest assured everyone, the lovely Ruby is still with us - but she will be upskilling and moving into a nursing role out the back with your furbabies.

For more details about the role, please visit
maraboonvet.com.au/careers

20/12/2024

Merry Christmas Blackwater. Thank you for another amazing year. We so love seeing your pets here and really appreciate your overwhelming support. See you in 2025!

Call our Emerald number 49876800 if any concerns for next 2 week. Love Maraboon Vet Blackwater Staff 😍😍

09/12/2024

20/10/2024

Dear clients, we are experiencing issues with our phones today. If you need to contact us, please call the Emerald clinic on 07 4987 6800. Alternatively please email us: [email protected]. We are working with our network provider to get our system up and running as soon as possible and will let you know when it is operational. We apologise for the inconvenience.