Connells Point Veterinary Surgery

Connells Point Veterinary Surgery 🐾 30+ years experience
Honest, affordable care for your pets 🐶🐱
📍 1/65 Connells Point Rd, South Hurstville NSW please call for appointments

A little extra padding in winter feels harmless. For your pet's joints, it isn't.As the weather cools, dogs get shorter ...
01/06/2026

A little extra padding in winter feels harmless. For your pet's joints, it isn't.

As the weather cools, dogs get shorter walks and cats barely move from their warm spots. Appetite doesn't drop to match... if anything, pets tend to eat just as enthusiastically as ever. The result is a gradual weight gain that's easy to miss because it happens slowly and you see your pet every day.

Extra weight puts direct pressure on joints that are already being aggravated by the cold. For a pet already showing signs of stiffness or arthritis, even half a kilogram too many can make a noticeable difference to their comfort and mobility. It's one of the most manageable factors in joint health... and one of the most overlooked.

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🐾 Old School Vet Tip:
You should be able to feel your pet's ribs without pressing hard, but not see them. That's a simple at-home check that tells you a lot. If you can't feel the ribs at all, it's worth adjusting. Come in for a weight check, it takes five minutes and costs nothing. We'll give you a straight assessment and a practical plan if needed.

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Your pets deserve care that's simple, affordable, and effective. Book a visit today.

📞 02 95465600
🌐 www.connellspointvet.com.au

After 30+ years, I still love seeing happy pets walk out my door.

I'll keep this simple. Dogs weren't designed to eat biscuits. They were designed to eat meat, organs, bone, and vegetabl...
29/05/2026

I'll keep this simple. Dogs weren't designed to eat biscuits.

They were designed to eat meat, organs, bone, and vegetables. That's it.

No numbers, no additives, no ingredients you need a science degree to pronounce.

The Vet's Pets frozen raw meals are exactly that — real food, made with human-grade ingredients, frozen fresh so nothing needs to be added to keep it "stable." Chunky kangaroo, beef organs, crushed bone, seasonal vegetables. That's the ingredient list. The whole ingredient list.

Your dog knows the difference. Their bowl will be clean in about four seconds.

Pick some up next time you're in. 🦘🐾

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1/65 Connells Point Rd, South Hurstville

pets

Introducing raw food to a kitten is one of the easiest things in the world. They haven't decided what food is supposed t...
25/05/2026

Introducing raw food to a kitten is one of the easiest things in the world.

They haven't decided what food is supposed to taste like yet. They just eat it. With great enthusiasm. Possibly while walking through it.

The Vet's Pets frozen raw cat food is suitable for both kittens and adult cats, which means you can start them young and simply never stop.

Chunky kangaroo meat, kangaroo organ brawn, human-grade ingredients, nothing added. Defrost in the fridge overnight, portion it out, done.

Getting a kitten started on real food from the beginning is one of the best investments you can make in their long-term health. And honestly? It's just very satisfying to watch. 🐱🦘

Come in and grab a pack. Kittens in particular are very persuasive once they know you stock it.

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📍 1/65 Connells Point Rd, South Hurstville

Your pet's breath shouldn't clear a room.Bad breath in dogs and cats isn't just unpleasant, it's usually the first visib...
25/05/2026

Your pet's breath shouldn't clear a room.

Bad breath in dogs and cats isn't just unpleasant, it's usually the first visible sign of dental disease that's already been developing for a while.
By the time you can smell it, there's often a build-up of tartar, inflamed gums, or early infection already present. And because pets don't complain about tooth pain the way we do, dental problems can progress a long way before owners realise something is wrong.

Signs worth paying attention to include bad breath that's gotten noticeably worse, pawing at the mouth or face, reluctance to chew on one side, dropping food, or a sudden disinterest in toys or chews they used to love. In cats, watch for drooling, reduced grooming, or going off food.

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🐾 Old School Vet Tip:
The cooler months are actually a good time to address dental health... pets are less active, owners are more present, and it's easier to establish a new routine. Even wiping the teeth with a damp cloth a few times a week makes a difference.

⚠️ If the mouth looks red, smells bad, or your pet flinches when you touch their jaw, come in. We can take a look and advise from there.

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Your pets deserve care that's simple, affordable, and effective. Book a visit today.

📞 02 95465600
🌐 www.connellspointvet.com.au

After 30+ years, I still love seeing happy pets walk out my door.

Most dogs don’t care what’s in their treats, but we do. 🐾That’s why Dr Pete’s Treats is made the old-fashioned way:100 %...
22/05/2026

Most dogs don’t care what’s in their treats, but we do. 🐾

That’s why Dr Pete’s Treats is made the old-fashioned way:
100 % kangaroo, air-dried, and nothing artificial.

No colours, no preservatives, no mystery ingredients - just lean protein your dog will love and you can feel good about.

It’s the perfect healthy chew for calm moments (and clean teeth).
Pop into the clinic and grab a bag this week - your dog will spot it before you do. 😉

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📍 1/65 Connells Point Rd, South Hurstville









I've been a vet for over 30 years.I've seen a lot of dogs politely tolerate their dinner. Head down, eating because they...
21/05/2026

I've been a vet for over 30 years.

I've seen a lot of dogs politely tolerate their dinner. Head down, eating because they're hungry, not because they're excited.

And then I've seen dogs eat The Vet's Pets frozen raw food for the first time.
Different story entirely.

There's something about putting real food — actual kangaroo meat, organ meat, crushed bone, and fresh vegetables — in front of a dog that switches something on. They know. They always know.

It's made with human-grade ingredients, free of preservatives and fillers, and frozen fresh so it stays exactly as good as the day it was made. It's the kind of food I'd feed my own dog. Which is exactly why we stock it at the clinic.

Come in and grab a pack. Your dog will have thoughts. 🦘😄

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📍 1/65 Connells Point Rd, South Hurstville

pets

Kennel cough sounds dramatic. Most of the time it isn't, but it spreads fast and it's worth knowing about.As the weather...
20/05/2026

Kennel cough sounds dramatic. Most of the time it isn't, but it spreads fast and it's worth knowing about.

As the weather cools and dogs spend more time socialising in closer quarters — dog parks, doggy day care, boarding kennels, even the vet waiting room — kennel cough (infectious tracheobronchitis) moves more freely. It's a respiratory infection that produces a distinctive harsh, honking cough that can sound alarming but is usually manageable in healthy adult dogs.

The cough typically appears three to five days after exposure and can last a couple of weeks. Most dogs remain bright and continue eating normally. However, puppies, elderly dogs, and immunocompromised animals can develop complications, so it's always worth a call if your dog seems lethargic, goes off food, or develops a fever alongside the cough.

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🐾 Old School Vet Tip:
Vaccination is available and recommended for dogs who socialise regularly, attend boarding, or visit grooming facilities. If your dog is due or you're not sure whether they're covered, come in and we'll check. It's a simple thing to stay on top of.

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Your pets deserve care that's simple, affordable, and effective. Book a visit today.

📞 02 95465600
🌐 www.connellspointvet.com.au

After 30+ years, I still love seeing happy pets walk out my door.

Tick prevention doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. But it does have to be consistent.There are several good op...
18/05/2026

Tick prevention doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. But it does have to be consistent.

There are several good options available and the right one depends on your pet's size, age, health status, and lifestyle.

What I always tell people is this: the best tick prevention is the one you actually use regularly. A product sitting in the drawer because it was hard to apply or easy to forget isn't protecting anyone.

For dogs, monthly chewable tablets are popular because there's no fuss and no residue on the coat.
Spot-on treatments are also effective and work well for pets who swim regularly.
Tick collars can be a useful addition, particularly for dogs spending time in bushy or coastal areas.

For cats, the options are more limited — not all dog products are safe for cats, so always check before you use anything. We can help you find the right fit.

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🐾 Old School Vet Tip:
Prevention is always cheaper than treatment. A single tick paralysis case requiring hospitalisation costs significantly more than a year of prevention. Come in and ask us what we recommend — we'll give you a straight answer based on your pet, not the most expensive option on the shelf.

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Your pets deserve care that's simple, affordable, and effective. Book a visit today.

📞 02 95465600
🌐 www.connellspointvet.com.au

After 30+ years, I still love seeing happy pets walk out my door.

Shorter days and wet weather mean shorter walks. For a lot of dogs, that's where the trouble starts. 🐕Dogs don't just ne...
15/05/2026

Shorter days and wet weather mean shorter walks. For a lot of dogs, that's where the trouble starts. 🐕

Dogs don't just need physical exercise... they need mental stimulation. When that drops off in winter, boredom fills the gap. And bored dogs find their own solutions. Chewing, barking, digging, pestering, and general chaos are all symptoms of a dog whose brain isn't getting enough to do.

The good news is that mental enrichment doesn't require much space or money. Puzzle feeders and sniff mats slow down fast eaters and give working breeds an outlet. Training sessions of even ten minutes tire a dog out more effectively than a walk. Hiding treats around the house turns their nose into the entertainment. A long-lasting chew — like a Roo Tail — gives them something to focus on when you need the house to be calm.

🐾 Old School Vet Tip:
A mentally tired dog is a well-behaved dog. If your pet is acting up this winter, ask yourself when they last had to actually think about something. The answer is usually the solution.

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Your pets deserve care that's simple, affordable, and effective. Book a visit today, and grab a roo tail while you're visiting.

📞 02 95465600
🌐 www.connellspointvet.com.au

After 30+ years, I still love seeing happy pets walk out my door.

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1/65 Connells Point Road
Hurstville, NSW
2221

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Monday 9am - 1pm
2pm - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 1pm
2pm - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
2:15pm - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm
2pm - 6pm
Friday 9am - 1pm
2pm - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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