Holistic Health Veterinary Care

Holistic Health Veterinary Care Veterinary clinic providing alternative and natural medicine

Some days veterinary medicine is busy.Some days emotional.Some days challenging.Most days are a mixture of all three.Beh...
11/06/2026

Some days veterinary medicine is busy.

Some days emotional.

Some days challenging.

Most days are a mixture of all three.

Behind every consultation is a family doing their best for a pet they love deeply.

It’s a privilege to be trusted with those conversations, those decisions, and those moments.

Whether we’re discussing prevention, managing a chronic condition, or simply answering questions, the goal is always the same:

To help pets live healthier, happier lives.

And that’s something I’ll never take for granted. 🤍

— Dr Brooke Steenstra

When we think about our dogs’ health, it’s easy to focus only on illness.But some of the most important clues are found ...
09/06/2026

When we think about our dogs’ health, it’s easy to focus only on illness.

But some of the most important clues are found in the everyday moments.

How they eat.
How they play.
How they rest.
How they interact with the people and animals around them.

These small observations can tell us a lot about how our dogs are really feeling.

Every dog is different, and there is no such thing as a “perfect” dog.

The goal isn’t perfection.

It’s noticing change, understanding what’s normal for your dog, and seeking advice when something doesn’t feel quite right.

What’s one thing your dog does that tells you they’re feeling happy and comfortable? 🤍

What’s something your pet has taught you? 🤍Patience.Presence.Resilience.Finding joy in the simple things.Sometimes our a...
04/06/2026

What’s something your pet has taught you? 🤍

Patience.

Presence.

Resilience.

Finding joy in the simple things.

Sometimes our animals end up teaching us just as much as we teach them.

I’d love to hear your answer below. 🐾

For those who are new here, I’m Dr Brooke Steenstra.I’m currently consulting at Vet Happiness Redland Bay, where I enjoy...
02/06/2026

For those who are new here, I’m Dr Brooke Steenstra.

I’m currently consulting at Vet Happiness Redland Bay, where I enjoy helping pets and their families navigate everything from preventative health and nutrition to chronic conditions, behaviour concerns, and long-term wellness support.

One of the things I love most about veterinary medicine is taking the time to understand the individual pet in front of me. Every animal has their own story, and good care should reflect that.

If you’re looking for a thoughtful, personalised approach to your pet’s health, I’d love to meet you.

📍 Vet Happiness
3 Marine St
Redland Bay QLD 4165

📞 07 3206 7911

🤍 Dr Brooke Steenstra

Some of the best moments with our dogs are the smallest ones. 🤍The little routines.The excited greetings.The funny habit...
31/05/2026

Some of the best moments with our dogs are the smallest ones. 🤍

The little routines.
The excited greetings.
The funny habits.
The quiet companionship.

What’s one thing your dog does that always makes you smile? Tell us below 🐾

Digestive health isn’t only about avoiding problems.It can show up in the everyday things too — comfortable stools, stea...
29/05/2026

Digestive health isn’t only about avoiding problems.

It can show up in the everyday things too — comfortable stools, steady energy, calmer skin, a healthy appetite, and a dog that simply feels well.

The gut plays a much bigger role in overall wellbeing than many people realise. 🤍

No two pets are exactly the same.Their lifestyle, stress levels, environment, genetics, nutrition, history, and personal...
27/05/2026

No two pets are exactly the same.

Their lifestyle, stress levels, environment, genetics, nutrition, history, and personalities all shape their health differently.

That’s why good veterinary care starts with listening — and why personalised care matters. 🤍

Some walks aren’t about distance or fitness.They’re about slowing down enough for your dog to sniff, explore, regulate, ...
25/05/2026

Some walks aren’t about distance or fitness.

They’re about slowing down enough for your dog to sniff, explore, regulate, and decompress.

Calm movement, choice, and enrichment can have a bigger impact on wellbeing than we sometimes realise. 🤍

Sometimes the symptoms that keep coming back aren’t isolated issues — they can be signs the body is struggling to find b...
24/05/2026

Sometimes the symptoms that keep coming back aren’t isolated issues — they can be signs the body is struggling to find balance.

Recurring skin flare ups, ear infections, tummy issues, paw licking, a**l gland problems… these are conversations we have every day.

You’re definitely not alone in it.

What’s one issue your dog seems to cycle through repeatedly? 👇

Real health is rarely built overnight.It’s built through the daily walks.The nutrition.The nervous system support.The sl...
22/05/2026

Real health is rarely built overnight.

It’s built through the daily walks.
The nutrition.
The nervous system support.
The sleep.
The movement.
The consistency.
The small choices repeated over time.

Prevention isn’t about perfection.
It’s about building resilience before the body has to ask for help. 🌿

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Thornlands, QLD
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