Kowhai Vet

04/09/2026

👀 Watch for the pause...

That tiny hesitation before jumping on the couch, going downstairs, getting into the car or getting up can be easy to overlook.

It doesn’t automatically mean your pet is in pain, but if that pause is new, getting longer, or happening more often, it’s worth noticing.

Sometimes, pain starts with a 3-second pause.

02/09/2026

Meet Sid, our patient of the week!

Sid came in for a puppy vaccination booster and implantation of a microchip, and we're so proud of how brave he was!

Because every pet is unique, we tailored Sid's visit to make it (and his future visits) as stress-free as possible:

🍪 Treat of choice: Alfapet beef and flaxseed semi-soft cubes

🚪 Favourite exam spot: On the consult table

🐾 Fear free win: Sid was so distracted by his treats he hardly noticed his vaccination and microchip!

We love taking the time to get to know what makes each pet special, so we can create visits that feel positive, comfortable, and something they look forward to.

01/09/2026

What if your pet’s 'bad behaviour' is actually a sign they’re in pain?

Pain doesn’t always look like pain. Sometimes, it shows up as a change in mood, habits or behaviour... and those subtle clues can be easy to miss.

This Animal Pain Awareness Month, we’re helping you spot the signs. 💛

30/08/2026

28/08/2026

Meet Poppy and Rosie, our patient's of the week!

Poppy and Rosie both came in for dental procedures and we're so proud of how brave they were!

Because every pet family is unique, we tailored Poppy and Rosie's visit to make it as stress-free as possible:

🍪 Treat of choice: Royal Canin gastrointestinal wet food during their recovery

🐾 Fear free win: The girls arrived for their dental procedures and we kept them together as much as we could during their admission and recovery.
Rosie was sedated first, with her owner and Poppy supporting her, together in our tranquil forest room. It's so important to us to keep families together as much as we can.

We love taking the time to get to know what makes each pet special, so we can create visits that feel positive, comfortable, and something they look forward to.

27/08/2026

Behind the scenes in surgery 🩺

There’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes to keep our patients safe and comfortable during surgery.

From careful preparation and monitoring, to gentle handling and attention to every little detail, our vets and nursing team work together to give each patient the best possible care. 💛

Here's a little glimpse at our vets doing what they do so well.

26/08/2026

The New Zealand Veterinary Association has provided this detailed information about Bird Flu to help you get up to speed on the current risk and the best ways to avoid it.

25/08/2026

🌟 A fresh smile for Sammy! 🦷

Sammy was in for a dental scale and polish to remove plaque and tartar and help keep those pearly whites healthy.
Nurses Bri and Brennah also took dental X-rays, which let them, and Sammy's Vet, look beneath the gumline and check the parts of each tooth we can’t see during a routine examination.

Regular dental care is an important part of keeping your pets happy and comfortable 💛

24/08/2026

Can you guess Yuki's breed?
Add your guess to the comments...

21/08/2026

Meet Mango, our patient of the week!

Mango came in for her final puppy vaccination and we're so proud of how brave she was!

Because every pet is unique, we tailored Mango's visit to make it as stress-free as possible:

🍪 Treat of choice: Ziwi Peak Liver Tripe
(Mango wasn't a fan of a peanut butter!)
💛 Favourite exam spot: On the consult table
🐾 Fear free win: Mango has been doing lots of training at home, which gave her plenty of confidence during her final vaccination appointment.

We love taking the time to get to know what makes each pet special, so we can create visits that feel positive, comfortable, and something they look forward to.