Plaza Circle Veterinary Surgery

30/09/2026

29/09/2026

🛡️ Protect your pets all year round 🐾

Keeping your pet protected from parasites is an important part of their ongoing health care. At Plaza Circle Veterinary Surgery, we offer a range of preventative options to help protect your pets from fleas, ticks, intestinal worms and other preventable health risks. ❤️

Our team can help you choose the right preventative plan to suit your pet’s needs and lifestyle.

📍 Plaza Circle Veterinary Surgery – Highfields
🐶🐱 Prevention is always better than cure!

28/09/2026

🦷 Did you know that by age three, over 80% of dogs and cats show signs of dental disease?
Just like us, our four-legged family members need clean teeth and healthy gums to feel their absolute best! Beyond keeping their breath fresh for extra snuggles, good oral hygiene plays a huge role in your pet’s overall well-being.
Here is why dental care matters so much for your pets:
* Saves Them from Hidden Pain: Pets are experts at hiding discomfort. Dental issues like broken teeth, inflamed gums (gingivitis), or abscesses can cause severe pain that makes chewing difficult.
* Protects Major Organs: Bacteria from untreated gum disease don't stay in the mouth—they can enter the bloodstream and potentially damage the heart, liver, and kidneys over time.
* Prevents Tooth Loss: Chronic infection weakens the structures supporting the teeth, leading to bone loss, loose teeth, and uncomfortable extractions.
* Keeps the Bad Breath Away: "Dog breath" isn't just a normal pet trait! Persistent bad breath is often one of the first warning signs of bacterial buildup and periodontal disease.
Signs your pet might need a dental check-up:
* Bad breath
* Yellow or brown tartar build-up along the gum line
* Red, swollen, or bleeding gums
* Pawing at the mouth or dropping food while eating
* Loss of appetite or unusual fussiness with kibble/treats
How you can help at home:
Daily toothbrushing with pet-safe toothpaste is the gold standard! Specially designed dental chews, diets, and water additives can also help slow down plaque build-up between routine professional cleanings.
Have questions about your pet’s teeth, or not sure if it’s time for a check-up? Drop a comment below or give our team a call to schedule a dental check! 🐾👇
Plaza Circle Veterinary Surgery
☎️ (07) 4630 8633
🏡 2 Littleton Drive Highfields QLD 4352

25/09/2026

Gorgeous Harlow came into the clinic today for a check up with Dr Maddy.

As you can see we have plenty of space for floats and a great grassed area for horses to have their consultation.

We are happy to see your horse at the clinic or we can come to you with our house call visits 🐎🐴

House calls also available for all your small animals 🐕🐶🐈‍⬛🐈

25/09/2026

🐾 Protecting Your Best Friend: Why Desexing Saves Lives! 🐶🐱

Thinking about desexing your pet? Spaying (females) and neutering (males) is one of the most responsible choices you can make for your furry family member’s long-term health and happiness.
While desexing prevents unwanted litters and reduces roaming or aggressive behaviors in both males and females, the health benefits for female pets are especially critical.

Why Desexing Female Pets is Essential
* Eliminates Pyometra Risk: Pyometra is a severe, life-threatening infection of the uterus that affects unspayed females. It requires emergency, costly surgery to treat—and can often be fatal if not caught immediately. Desexing completely removes this risk.
* Reduces Cancer Risk: Spaying before your pet's first or second heat cycle drastically lowers the risk of developing malignant mammary (breast) tumors and eliminates ovarian/uterine cancers.
* Prevents Heat Cycles & Stress: No dealing with bloody discharge, mood swings, or attracting stray male animals to your home.
* Longer, Healthier Life: Spayed females statistically live longer, happier lives free from complex reproductive health issues.

What is Pyometra?
Pyometra occurs when hormonal changes during a heat cycle cause the uterine lining to thicken, creating an environment where bacteria thrive. The uterus quickly fills with pus, releasing toxins into the bloodstream.
Watch for these warning signs in unspayed females:
* Lethargy and weakness
* Drinking significantly more water & increased urination
* Loss of appetite or vomiting
* Abnormal discharge from the v***a (though "closed" pyometra may show no discharge at all)
Preventative healthcare is the best care! Give your pet the gift of a healthier, longer life.

📞 Have questions or ready to book an appointment?
Contact our friendly team at Plaza Circle Veterinary Surgery today!
📍 Address: 2 Littleton Drive, Highfields QLD 4352
☎️ Phone: (07) 4630 8633

23/09/2026

🚨 HEARTWORM ALERT: PROTECT YOUR PETS TODAY! 🚨
With mosquitoes active in and around Highfields, heartworm disease remains a serious threat to our local pets. Heartworms are transmitted through mosquito bites and can cause severe, life-threatening damage to your pet’s heart and lungs before symptoms even show.
The good news? Heartworm disease is 100% preventable! 🛡️
To help keep our community's pets safe, we are offering 10% OFF on all essential heartworm prevention and testing services:
🎉 SPECIAL HEARTWORM PREVENTION PROMOTION 🎉
* 🐶🐱 10% OFF Nexgard Spectra (Comprehensive monthly protection for dogs & cats against heartworm, fleas, ticks, and intestinal worms)
* 💉 10% OFF the Annual Heartworm Injection (A convenient, year-long protection option for dogs)
* 🧪 10% OFF Heartworm Testing (Quick and simple blood test to ensure your pet is clear and safe to start or continue prevention)
Is your pet due for a check-up or prevention update?
Don't wait until it's too late—prevention is much safer and easier than treatment! Give our friendly team a call or pop into the clinic today.
📞 Call us: (07) 4630 8633
📍 Visit us: 2 Littleton Drive, Highfields QLD 4352
🏥 Plaza Circle Veterinary Surgery

23/09/2026

Expecting Puppies? Take the Guesswork Out of Labour Day! 🐶🍼
Did you know that progesterone testing can help accurately predict when your pregnant dog will go into labour, or help us safely schedule a elective caesarean section?
Understanding your dog’s progesterone levels throughout pregnancy takes away the uncertainty and gives you peace of mind as delivery approaches.
Why Is Progesterone Testing So Important?
* Accurate Timing: Progesterone levels drop significantly right before labour begins. Testing helps pin down the ideal window for whelping.
* Safe C-Section Planning: Operating too early can be dangerous for puppies, while waiting too long can endanger the mum. Progesterone testing ensures a C-section is scheduled at the exact right moment when puppies are fully mature.
* Monitoring High-Risk Breeds or Deliveries: Essential for breeds prone to whelping complications or dogs with a history of difficult births.
Fully Equipped for Your Dog's Delivery
At Plaza Circle Veterinary Surgery, our team is fully equipped and prepared for caesarean sections should the need arise. From pre-pregnancy planning right through to post-birth care, we’re here to support you and your growing pup family every step of the way! ❤️
Get in Touch
Have questions about progesterone testing or expecting a litter soon? Give our friendly team a call!
📍 Address: 2 Littleton Drive, Highfields QLD 4352
📞 Phone: (07) 4630 8633
🏥 Plaza Circle Veterinary Surgery

23/09/2026

🏡 HOUSE CALLS — SMALL & LARGE ANIMALS 🐾

We bring veterinary care to you!

Our house call service is available for both small and large animals, making it easier to access veterinary care from the comfort of your own property.

🐶 Dogs & cats
🐴 Horses
🐑 Livestock & more

House calls can be a great option for routine consultations, vaccinations, health checks and other veterinary needs — particularly for animals that find travelling stressful.

📞 To book a house call, contact our team on (07) 4630 8633.

Please contact the clinic to discuss your animal’s needs and whether a house call is suitable.

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