East Port Veterinary Hospital

01/10/2026

As the weather warms up, parasites do too, and getting ahead of them is simpler than you might think.

Introducing our $50 parasite control offer. Book your next vaccination or 6-month health check and add six months of parasite protection for just $50. Wellness Plan members pay $45.

Book an appointment online or call us on (02) 6583 5677
https://www.eastportvet.com/

T&Cs apply.

22/09/2026

‼️ IMPORTANT ‼️ Please don't be complacent with your pets tick prevention ‼️

We've already seen an alarming number of tick paralysis cases over the past few weeks in Port Macquarie.

Please ensure your pets are protected by one of the many options now available. These include, but aren't limited to, Simparica/Simparica Trio, Bravecto chewables and spot-on, Bravecto Quantum (12 month injection - dog only), Nexgard/Nexgard Spectra.

Early symptoms of tick paralysis can be mild and may include:

🐶 Lethargy, loss of appetite & occasional vomiting

As the condition worsens, you may notice:

🐶 A change in the sound of their bark or meow
🐱 Difficulty blinking
🐶 Wobbly or unsteady movement, often beginning in the back legs
🐱 Reluctance or inability to stand, walk, or jump
🐶 Excessive drooling or difficulty swallowing
🐱 Changes in breathing, including rapid, noisy, or laboured breathing
🐶 Severe or complete paralysis

Please consult your veterinarian immediately if you're concerned that your pet may be suffering from tick paralysis.

20/09/2026

18/09/2026

🦅 BIRD FLU UPDATE - BONNY HILLS & THE NSW COAST

There has been some concern locally following the confirmation of H5 bird flu in birds at Bonny Hills.

The NSW Government has confirmed five new H5 bird flu events along the NSW coast, including samples taken from terns at Bonny Hills, Jetty Beach and Boomerang Beach.

Importantly, the virus has not been detected in commercial poultry flocks or captive birds in NSW, and NSW Health says the current risk to human health remains low.

If you see a sick or dead bird:

❌ Don't touch it or pick it up.

🐕 Keep dogs away and don't allow them to eat carcasses or chase birds.

🐈 Keep cats indoors or contained where possible.

📍 Note the location and, if safe to do so, take a photo from a distance.

📞 Report it to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline: 1800 675 888.

If planning to bring a sick bird to the hospital, please call reception from the carpark, and wait for instructions.

19/08/2026

How cool is this dude 💙 Dustin won us all over with all that cuteness!

16/08/2026

Happy Monday 🥳
Soph's sidekick Patrick says "make the most of your week"!
With a face like that, how could you not take his advice 😍

16/08/2026

Take advantage of this great offer when you join the Best For Pets Wellness program!
Non Best for Pet members can save $100 off a dental procedure up until the 13th September.
Give us a call in 65835677 to book in your free dental health assessment!

14/08/2026

Sweet little Bonnie visited us a few weeks ago for her vaccinations! She was so brave 🫶 hopefully she's just as brave for her upcoming booster!

03/08/2026

✨ Celebrating 10 Years! ✨

Today we're celebrating a very special milestone 10 years of service from one of the absolute heartbeats of our clinic ❤️

For the past decade, she's been the warm smile that welcomes you through our doors, the calm voice on the other end of the phone, and the reassuring presence that makes both our clients and their pets feel at ease.

Her kindness, compassion, patience, and genuine care for every person and every furry family member who walks through our doors are what make her so incredibly special. She has an amazing ability to brighten someone's day, even during the most difficult moments.

We are so grateful to have her as part of our East Port Vet family! She loves a hug and gives good ones, can't pass up a sweet treat and is always good for a laugh! We love her 🫶

Please join us in congratulating Catherine on her 10 amazing years! 🎉🐾

26/06/2026

*** ALERT ***

Please read! A third confirmed case has now been reported in South Australia.

With the recent detection of H5 avian influenza (bird flu) confirmed in a migratory seabird in Western Australia, the following advice to the public is:

* If you notice sick or dead birds or other animals, you should not touch them. Keep children and pets away.

* If there are multiple dead birds or other animals, take photos or a video.

* Record your location and report it to the 24-hour Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.