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North Nowra

205 Illaroo Rd, North Nowra NSW 2541
Phone: (02) 4423 1688
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Jervis Bay

233 The Wool Rd, Old Erowal Bay NSW 2540
Phone: (02) 4443 9019
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North Nowra Veterinary Hospital

Our purpose built North Nowra Veterinary hospital located on the NSW Shoalhaven and South Coast, with its state of the art equipment and dedicated team of professionals, was established in 1990.

Their desire to provide the best possible veterinary treatment and technology for the region became a reality in 2007 when they opened the hospital you find today. Every aspect of its design was to ensure quality patient care and to allow procedures in specially designated areas to run smoothly and efficiently.

We also have the Jervis Bay Veterinary Clinic located in Old Erowal Bay for those who live further south of Nowra. 

Pet Health Library

Useful information on all kinds of topics relating to your pet’s health, from prevention and training to common conditions and more serious medical problems. 

Brachycephalic Syndrome

Brachycephalic Syndrome

Joint problems mainly occur in dogs, but some large breads of cats may also suffer. This article explores the causes, diagnosis and treatment of osteoarthritis, cruciate ligament rupture, hip dysplasia and medial luxating patella in pets.

read more
Laparoscopic Desexing

Laparoscopic Desexing

Laparoscopic desexing offers an alternative method of desexing female dogs and cats from the traditional ovariohysterectomy. It is increasing in popularity amongst both veterinarians and pet owners as it can offer a number of significant benefits.

read more
Laparoscopic Desexing

Laparoscopic Desexing

Laparoscopic desexing offers an alternative method of desexing female dogs and cats from the traditional ovariohysterectomy. It is increasing in popularity amongst both veterinarians and pet owners as it can offer a number of significant benefits.

read more
Ear Infections

Ear Infections

What is Otitis Externa and structure of the ear Otitis externa is inflammation of the external ear canal. The ear is divided into the outer, middle and inner ear. The outer ear includes the region from the ear flap (pinna) to the eardrum. The middle ear contains a...

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Toxins, Poisons & Venoms

Toxins, Poisons & Venoms

All animals and pets are at risk from poisons, toxins and venoms in and around our homes. Some of these substances may be naturally occurring, and may be non toxic to humans. Find out which plants, foods and other substances put our pets at risk.

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Neurological Disorders

Neurological Disorders

Here you will find information about some of the neurological disorders that can occur in both dogs and cats. Read more about wobbler syndrome and seizures.

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Arthritis Supplements

Arthritis Supplements

As our companion animals become older, you may start to notice the negative effects of osteoarthritis. Arthritis is a common condition causing inflammation, swelling, pain and discomfort in joints. There are many treatment options available to help control arthritis in our pets. If you think your pet may have osteoarthritis, please speak to your veterinarian. They can examine your animal, discuss your concerns, and work with you to put together a plan to help improve and manage the problems you are seeing.

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Reminder: Be prepared for the fireworks and parties 💫

New Year's Eve can be a fun and exciting time for people, but it can be stressful for pets due to the loud noises from fireworks and parties. Here are some tips to help keep your furry friends safe and calm during the celebrations:

⭐️ Create a Safe Space: Set up a quiet, comfortable area where your pet can retreat if they feel scared. This could be a room with soft bedding, their favourite toys, and some soothing music to mask the sounds from outside.

⭐️ Keep Them Indoors: If possible, keep your pets inside during the festivities to avoid them running off or getting into dangerous situations due to the noise and chaos.

⭐️ Provide Comfort: Some pets find comfort in being near their owners, so if your pet is nervous, sit with them in their safe space. You could also use calming products like pheromone diffusers (e.g., Adaptil for dogs) or calming music designed for pets.

⭐️ Distract Them: Offer treats, chews, or toys that will keep them engaged and distracted from the noise. Puzzle feeders or interactive toys are great for keeping their attention.

⭐️ Exercise Earlier in the Day: Give your pet plenty of exercise earlier in the day to help them burn off excess energy, which can make them less likely to be anxious at night.

⭐️ Watch the Doors: With guests coming and going, be sure to keep an eye on any open doors so your pets don’t escape in the excitement.

By being proactive and setting up a calm environment, you'll help ensure your pet stays safe and comfortable as you ring in the new year!

#newyearsevepets #newyearsevepetsafety #newyearsevepetsafetytips
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Reminder: Be prepared for the fireworks and parties 💫

New Years Eve can be a fun and exciting time for people, but it can be stressful for pets due to the loud noises from fireworks and parties. Here are some tips to help keep your furry friends safe and calm during the celebrations:

⭐️ Create a Safe Space: Set up a quiet, comfortable area where your pet can retreat if they feel scared. This could be a room with soft bedding, their favourite toys, and some soothing music to mask the sounds from outside.

⭐️ Keep Them Indoors: If possible, keep your pets inside during the festivities to avoid them running off or getting into dangerous situations due to the noise and chaos.

⭐️ Provide Comfort: Some pets find comfort in being near their owners, so if your pet is nervous, sit with them in their safe space. You could also use calming products like pheromone diffusers (e.g., Adaptil for dogs) or calming music designed for pets.

⭐️ Distract Them: Offer treats, chews, or toys that will keep them engaged and distracted from the noise. Puzzle feeders or interactive toys are great for keeping their attention.

⭐️ Exercise Earlier in the Day: Give your pet plenty of exercise earlier in the day to help them burn off excess energy, which can make them less likely to be anxious at night.

⭐️ Watch the Doors: With guests coming and going, be sure to keep an eye on any open doors so your pets don’t escape in the excitement.

By being proactive and setting up a calm environment, youll help ensure your pet stays safe and comfortable as you ring in the new year!

 #newyearsevepets #newyearsevepetsafety #newyearsevepetsafetytips

💚 Pet Of The Week 💚

This handsome young man is Diesel, who is a 4 year old kelpie cross, adopted by Nurse Kate. Diesel was originally just being fostered temporarily whilst trying to find the right home, but as so often happens with beautiful boys like him, he had already snuck his way into Kate's heart and found his forever family, so decided to stay put!

Nicknames: Deez, D-Man

Personality described in three (or five) words:quirky, smart, athletic, loveable & loyal

Favourite Activities: I am an active boy living my best life, and I love swimming, beach trips, chasing balls and growing emotional attachments to giant sticks (that Mum sadly won't let me bring home to keep).

Best animal friends: Sootie the kelpie, Zim the cattle dog (my brother), Elsie the golden retriever and Basil the moodle.

Things I do not enjoy: Needles!! 😞

Favourite sleeping position: I make a very neat pretzel shape when I nap.

Favourite food: I love getting to 'clean up' the leftover treats from when Mum runs puppy school! I am a very good helper 🙂

Things I enjoy doing that I am not allowed to: I am all about looking out for my own comfort (#selfcare) so sometimes at night I like to sneak off my bed and sleep on the couch..

Something I am always complimented about: My commitment to chasing the ball and/or stick of the day. My working dog ancestors would be proud of my razor-sharp focus!

Best physical feature: obviously everything. I am an all-round handsome boy 🙂

Biggest achievement: Convincing my mum to adopt me (not that this was a difficult task!)

If I could be any other animal, I'd be: A human!

Something quirky about me: I will always find the biggest stick to carry on a walk. If I could carry a tree, I probably would.. I am very dedicated!

Medical procedure I have been brave about: I had to have one of my tiny front incisor teeth extracted, because I fractured it whilst in hot pursuit of a ball! It was a wild moment- I caught the ball and have no regrets.. Ball is life!!

A quote to define me: 'Chasing dreams, one ball at a time."
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💚 Pet Of The Week 💚

This handsome young man is Diesel, who is a 4 year old kelpie cross, adopted by Nurse Kate. Diesel was originally just being fostered temporarily whilst trying to find the right home, but as so often happens with beautiful boys like him, he had already snuck his way into Kates heart and found his forever family, so decided to stay put! 

Nicknames: Deez, D-Man

Personality described in three (or five) words:quirky, smart, athletic, loveable & loyal

Favourite Activities: I am an active boy living my best life, and I love swimming, beach trips, chasing balls and growing emotional attachments to giant sticks (that Mum sadly wont let me bring home to keep).

Best animal friends: Sootie the kelpie, Zim the cattle dog (my brother), Elsie the golden retriever and Basil the moodle.

Things I do not enjoy: Needles!! 😞

Favourite sleeping position: I make a very neat pretzel shape when I nap.

Favourite food: I love getting to clean up the leftover treats from when Mum runs puppy school! I am a very good helper 🙂

Things I enjoy doing that I am not allowed to: I am all about looking out for my own comfort (#selfcare) so sometimes at night I like to sneak off my bed and sleep on the couch..

Something I am always complimented about: My commitment to chasing the ball and/or stick of the day. My working dog ancestors would be proud of my razor-sharp focus!

Best physical feature: obviously everything. I am an all-round handsome boy 🙂

Biggest achievement: Convincing my mum to adopt me (not that this was a difficult task!)

If I could be any other animal, Id be: A human! 

Something quirky about me: I will always find the biggest stick to carry on a walk. If I could carry a tree, I probably would.. I am very dedicated!

Medical procedure I have been brave about: I had to have one of my tiny front incisor teeth extracted, because I fractured it whilst in hot pursuit of a ball! It was a wild moment- I caught the ball and have no regrets.. Ball is life!!

A quote to define me: Chasing dreams, one ball at a time.Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

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OUR CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR OPENING HOURS 🐹🐶

🎀 Pet Of The Week 🎀

Everyone say hello to our pet of the week, Martini!
Also known as 'Tini', "Tini- Wini' and 'Chunk', this handsome little man is 2 years old and was adopted from the Animal Welfare League as a kitten, and is now living his best life with Nurse Dominique and her family.

Here are some fun facts Martini wanted to share with everyone:

How I got my name: When I was a kitten my chest looked like a martini glass

Personality described in three words: Cuddly, Sweet, Crazy!

Favourite activities: Sleeping in ridiculously adorable positions, Playing with my sister, Fudge, and I am also partial to a good midnight zoomie sesh, much to everyone's delight!

Best animal friend: my kitty sister, Fudge

Things I do not enjoy: I am shy around people I don't know (#intorvert), loud noises spook me, but I especially do not like waiting for dinner time.

Favourite sleeping position: Well crazy sleeping positions are my specialty, as you will see in my photos! My favourite would have to be lying on my back with all four of my adorable paws in the air.

Favourite position: Roasted chicen, and CHEESE!!!

Things I enjoy doing that I am not allowed to do: I am quite clever and have learned how to open all the kitchen and laundry cupboards, as part of my official duties as Household Snack Inspector. For some reason the humans try to prevent me from doing this, when really, they should be offering praise for my commitment to the snack-searchiing!

Something I am always complimented about: My cute little nose and my soft little toebeans

Biggest Achievements: As said before, I am extremely smart, and I have proudly learned how to train the humans to reward me when I sit, stand and shake paws.

Best Physical Feature: (besides everything), my big beautiful eyes

If I could be any other type of animal, I would be a: Red panda

Something quirky about me: I am a water cat! I love playing with water. I spend a lot of time sitting in sinks, and I always like to soak my cute little paws in my water bowl. It's just another way to keep hydrated, right?

A quote to define me: 'Life is hard, but can be even harder when you don't have snacks.'
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🎀 Pet Of The Week 🎀

Everyone say hello to our pet of the week, Martini!
Also known as Tini, Tini- Wini and Chunk, this handsome little man is 2 years old and was adopted from the Animal Welfare League as a kitten, and is now living his best life with Nurse Dominique and her family.

Here are some fun facts Martini wanted to share with everyone:

How I got my name: When I was a kitten my chest looked like a martini glass

Personality described in three words: Cuddly, Sweet, Crazy!

Favourite activities: Sleeping in ridiculously adorable positions, Playing with my sister, Fudge, and I am also partial to a good midnight zoomie sesh, much to everyones delight!

Best animal friend: my kitty sister, Fudge

Things I do not enjoy: I am shy around people I dont know (#intorvert), loud noises spook me, but I especially do not like waiting for dinner time.

Favourite sleeping position: Well crazy sleeping positions are my specialty, as you will see in my photos! My favourite would have to be lying on my back with all four of my adorable paws in the air.

Favourite position: Roasted chicen, and CHEESE!!!

Things I enjoy doing that I am not allowed to do: I am quite clever and have learned how to open all the kitchen and laundry cupboards, as part of my official duties as Household Snack Inspector. For some reason the humans try to prevent me from doing this, when really, they should be offering praise for my commitment to the snack-searchiing!

Something I am always complimented about: My cute little nose and my soft little toebeans

Biggest Achievements: As said before, I am extremely smart, and I have proudly learned how to train the humans to reward me when I sit, stand and shake paws. 

Best Physical Feature: (besides everything), my big beautiful eyes

If I could be any other type of animal, I would be a: Red panda

Something quirky about me: I am a water cat! I love playing with water. I spend a lot of time sitting in sinks, and I always like to soak my cute little paws in my water bowl. Its just another way to keep hydrated, right?

A quote to define me: Life is hard, but can be even harder when you dont have snacks.Image attachmentImage attachment+7Image attachment
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Brachycephalic Syndrome

Brachycephalic Syndrome

Joint problems mainly occur in dogs, but some large breads of cats may also suffer. This article explores the causes, diagnosis and treatment of osteoarthritis, cruciate ligament rupture, hip dysplasia and medial luxating patella in pets.

read more
Laparoscopic Desexing

Laparoscopic Desexing

Laparoscopic desexing offers an alternative method of desexing female dogs and cats from the traditional ovariohysterectomy. It is increasing in popularity amongst both veterinarians and pet owners as it can offer a number of significant benefits.

read more
Laparoscopic Assisted Gastropexy in Dogs

Laparoscopic Assisted Gastropexy in Dogs

What is GDV? GDV (gastric dilatation and volvulus) is a very sudden and serious condition seen in dogs where, due to range of factors, the stomach first dilates (bloats), and subsequently rotates (twists) on itself. This leads to the entrapment of fluid and gas in the...

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Batteries are Dangerous!

Batteries are Dangerous!

  Sally presented to our Jervis Bay Clinic recently after her owners caught her eating the batteries of a hearing aid! Batteries contain an acidic material that can cause severe ulceration to exposed tissues and necrosis of the gastrointestinal tract.   Radiographs...

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Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation

Dr Sam Singleton provides her expertise in rehabilitation programs that assist dogs and cats during the recovery process from injuries, surgery and musculoskeletal conditions.

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As always, I am very confident that both my fur babies will receive the very best of level of care, kindness and compassion when we visit, from reception staff, to the vet nurses, and the vets, they are all thoroughly fantastic! - Linda

North Nowra Vet Hospital is a very professional, skilled and caring practice. My pets have been attending over the last 10 years now. - Adrienne Mason

I think your practice is brilliant I’ve been with you for about 10 years with various dogs mainly my jack that was put down and you were all beautiful about that made me feel so much better in a very difficult time for us he was 17 years old he was our baby. - Penelope

"Excellent service"

Excellent service from all concerned at Jervis Bay Vet. Reception were very pleasant and kept us informed on our arrival. Anna (our Vet) was so helpful and understanding. One of our dogs is a very difficult customer! And she is so patient and caring! Everything is explained and we leave very happy with our visit. - Julie

"I just love the care I receive for Millie Waterworth even though she hates being there"

- Michelle

"I’m visiting from out of state and my dog got a sore on his face that was weeping badly, after explaining the problem the vet got me in within an hour of contacting them"

- Terry

"We couldn't be happier that our babies are being given the absolute best care"

We have two dogs, one elderly and one a puppy, with unique health needs. We also have three cats, one with a chronic health condition. At Jervis Bay Veterinary Clinic, all our pets get the care they need, and we’re always given detailed, easy-to-understand information regarding their treatment. We couldn't be happier that our babies are being given the absolute best care. Special mention to our usual vet, David, who always looks after our old girl, Brandy, with much patience and gentle care. - Jen

"Couldn’t be happier"

The entire experience was excellent. We saw Dr. Sam- such a professional who has a lovely manner with my dog and with me, too. - Paul

"Highly recommend Jervis Bay Vet the staff at both Vincentia and North Nowra are wonderful"

- Daniella

"My best respect to all who are part of this team"

These vets, Quentin, David and their team, I cannot speak more highly of their knowledge and care, it is wonderful and you never leave you pet for surgery wondering. They all have a true love of animals. My best respect to all who are part of this team. Well done.

"Visits are never rushed and our dog's checkups are very thorough"

We have always found Quentin, David and staff very pleasant and helpful. Visits are never rushed and our dog's checkups are very thorough. The options for treatment are clearly explained so the best choice can be made. Our dog has the intelligence and strong will that his breed is known for but he is always very happy even excited to go to the North Nowra Veterinary Hospital and that surely is a strong a recommendation as any.

"Everyone is so welcoming and friendly!"

From a  client's perspective, or 'owner of your patient', you have many years brought the "whole package" together in relation to you practice. Everyone is so welcoming and friendly which is great for both human and animal. I have for many years been referring friends, neighbours, acquaintances and clients from our own business to you knowing that they will receive professional care and excellent diagnosis.

"It's all about the little things you get right!"

It's not easy to say specifically which one thing makes for your customer service, as it's all about the little things you get right, such as keeping staff for long periods of time, so we see familiar faces and hear familiar voices on the phone. The fact that a number of people want to stay sends a powerful message that it's a good place to work.

"Thanks for providing a hassle free service and a happy place"

I am pretty impresses when whoever is on the counter manages to call up Xena's details as I'm walking through the door so that by the time I reach the counter it's all up on the screen waiting for whatever has to be done. It's great and really efficient!! Thanks for the hassle free service and a happy place to walk into!

"Our girl Freyja has a better doctor than us!"

Every time we visit the vets they always go above and beyond for us. I always feel like they put in so much time for us. They also know how to handle one big wriggly great dane!

"I have never been to such a good vet!"

I am so glad I finally found a vet that really understands my anxious dog! All the nurses and vets are always gentle with my dog! Thank you!

"I couldn't be happier with the service and care for my dog!"

Upon arrival I was very nervous as this was my first time taking my dog to Jervis Bay Vets. I had recently moved away from a hospital I was unhappy with. I could not recommend the Veterinary Clinic enough, the team are like a family and the veterinarian spent quality time with pet addressing the concerns I had. I am very happy.