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Nelson Bay Vet We are a progressive and compassionate small animal veterinary clinic in the heart of Nelson Bay.

12/10/2026

Simba describes his new treatment modality as being like a cross between remedial massage and acupuncture that hurts ๐Ÿ˜…

๐ŸŽฅ info: Simba paws at nurse Alisha's hair and scalp; it's like a massage ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ

On Vet Nurse Day, we celebrate the contribution and commitment of our wonderful team of vet nurses. Thank you, Jess, Chl...
09/10/2026

On Vet Nurse Day, we celebrate the contribution and commitment of our wonderful team of vet nurses.

Thank you, Jess, Chloe, Chelsea, Mandy, Alisha, and Sonya for being the heart of our clinic and embodying our values.

Your love and care shine through in everything you do, and it's clear that our patients love you as much as you love them!

Our staff pets are way more willing to pose for pictures than some of our human staff ๐Ÿ˜‰What treat would induce you to po...
05/10/2026

Our staff pets are way more willing to pose for pictures than some of our human staff ๐Ÿ˜‰

What treat would induce you to pose for a photo? Asking for a friend ๐Ÿ˜…

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๐Ÿ–ผ info: Nurse Chelsea's dogs, Cal the border collie x kelpie and Bandit the cattle dog, pose with Dr. Tara's instafamous

Labour Day, a day for Simba to adjust to getting his breakfast an hour earlier... ๐Ÿ˜ผThe nearest emergency centre is Anima...
02/10/2026

Labour Day, a day for Simba to adjust to getting his breakfast an hour earlier... ๐Ÿ˜ผ

The nearest emergency centre is Animal Referral & Emergency Centre. VetChat Plus members please contact the vets at VetChat.

Enjoy the long weekend and stay safe everyone!

Sometimes, dogs will eat things that they shouldn't, and it's too late to stop them...Miss Daisy's owner suddenly turned...
30/09/2026

Sometimes, dogs will eat things that they shouldn't, and it's too late to stop them...

Miss Daisy's owner suddenly turned around to find fishing line hanging from her mouth ๐Ÿ˜ฃ She was brought straight to the clinic, and sure enough, the x-ray image showed there was a fish hook hanging out in her stomach, amongst a significant amount of bone, which had been part of her lunch.

Situations like this can be challenging. We can try to retrieve the fish hook using an endoscope, but risk the hook lacerating the stomach or oesophagus. Similarly, when the stomach is full, of bone in this case, it can be difficult to isolate the hook from the stomach contents. So, if endoscopy fails, the backup plan is to go to surgery and retrieve the hook by cutting into the stomach.

Daisy's owner decided to take her to Animal Referral & Emergency Centre on our recommendation. She received overnight care and they were, thankfully, able to retrieve the fish hook endoscopically. Daisy recovered well, and was discharged the following morning ๐Ÿฅณ



๐Ÿ–ผ info: 1. A radiograph shows a fish hook in Daisy's stomach. 2. Fishing line attached to the hook in our nurse's hand. It was securely fastened prior to Daisy's transfer to AREC.

Last week we welcomed Maggie Burley from iM3 Australia for training on dental radiography, home care, and instrument mai...
28/09/2026

Last week we welcomed Maggie Burley from iM3 Australia for training on dental radiography, home care, and instrument maintenance and tips and tricks.

Thank you for your time and expertise, Maggie! The team are inspired to educate clients on the benefits of oral care for every stage of life.



๐Ÿ–ผ info: Maggie gave a talk on dental x-rays, and then we moved into the surgery for hands-on training in dental radiology. Chelsea and Alisha wear lead-lined gowns as personal protective equipment against radiation, although the risk of exposure from a dental x-ray machine is markedly lower than that of a standard x-ray machine.

25/09/2026

Poor Indie had a bad bout of gastro that required admission to hospital. Anxious about being at the vet at the best of times, we were grateful to have built up enough trust for her to allow us to do what we needed to do to look after her. She recovered very well! Go Indie!

๐ŸŽฅ info: Indie, a black and white border collie, is getting a chin rub from nurse Chelsea during her stay in hospital

Do you know the signs of allergies in dogs? Do you have a dog with allergies and want some tips on how to reduce allerge...
24/09/2026

Do you know the signs of allergies in dogs? Do you have a dog with allergies and want some tips on how to reduce allergen exposure?

Dr. Kathryn's latest article provides simple steps for improving the comfort for pets with allergies.
Pick up your free copy from retailers and shopping centres!

๐Ÿ–ผ info: A screenshot from the latest edition of Port Stephens News of the Area, of an article written by Dr. Kathryn Stalder. The screenshot includes the first paragraph of the article, which reads: Spring brings warmer weather and longer walks - but for many dogs, it also brings itchy skin and ear infections.
Surrounding the screenshot are photos of some of our beloved allergy patients. Clockwise from top left: Ruby the labrador, Frida the Havanese, Lucy the spoodle, Fox the Airedale terrier, Millie the border collie, Ollie the cavoodle, Harvee the spoodle, and Zara the cocker spaniel.

Koda has had a rough year, and has had to put up with a lot of poking and prodding. He's made it through with a lot of d...
23/09/2026

Koda has had a rough year, and has had to put up with a lot of poking and prodding. He's made it through with a lot of distraction - chicken liver Kong paste smeared on a lickimat has been a clear winner!

He's been such a trooper through it all, and we're happy to see that he's now stable and doing well.

Good job, Koda!



๐Ÿ–ผ info: Background: Koda, a white Swiss shepherd, is sleeping off sedation in a comfy bed. Inset: Koda in our consultation room, looking directly at the camera.

A Day in the Life of Our Team ๐Ÿ—“๏ธWhen you visit us, you usually see our vets and nurses in the consulting room. But what ...
21/09/2026

A Day in the Life of Our Team ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ

When you visit us, you usually see our vets and nurses in the consulting room. But what happens once they walk through those back doors?

On any given day, our team might be:
๐Ÿพ In the operating theatre - Sterile surgeries are performed first, followed by procedures like dental treatments (as shown here with Dr. Kathryn and our Practice Manager, Jess!).
๐Ÿพ Running diagnostics - Analysing lab work, taking X-rays, performing ultrasounds, and consulting with specialists.
๐Ÿพ Managing patient care - Creating treatment plans, dispensing medications, and calling owners with test updates and treatment plans.
๐Ÿพ Behind-the-scenes admin - Writing referrals, updating medical records, and keeping the clinic running smoothly!

Veterinary care is always a team effort, and no two days are ever the same.

What have you always wondered about what happens behind the scenes at the clinic? Drop your questions in the comments below, and we'll answer them!



๐Ÿ–ผ info: Dr. Kathryn and Jess in dental surgery. In this procedure, they have: anaesthetised the patient, performed dental x-rays, cleaned and polished the teeth, removed diseased teeth, surgically closed the dental sockets, and maintained the patient's oxygenation, blood pressure, heart rate, breathing rate, temperature and anaesthetic depth during the procedure.

Address

13 Yacaaba Street
Nelson Bay, NSW
2315

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61249811033

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