CVS Vets Australia

🌟 Supporting Our Community 🌟 The amazing team at McDowall Veterinary Practice recently joined the Share the Dignity fundraiser, "It's In The Bag." Led by the inspiring Dr. Maria, the team donated essential items to support vulnerable women and children in need. 👜💖 A big thank you to the McDowall team for participating in this meaningful initiative—your generosity truly makes a difference! 💕 #ShareTheDignity #ItsInTheBag #McDowallVets 

Largest Veterinary Workplace Injury Study Reveals Key Challenges The University of Liverpool and CVS have conducted the largest-ever study on veterinary workplace injuries, uncovering critical insights into injury perceptions, reporting barriers, and prevention strategies. Key findings highlight the normalization of injuries, varying definitions across roles, and underreporting due to complex systems or cultural attitudes. This groundbreaking research aims to drive cultural change, improve safety measures, and develop open-access tools to promote injury prevention. Read the full article to explore the findings and future initiatives. https://lnkd.in/eN7dRgNr

A Warm Welcome to Ripley Veterinary Hospital! We are excited to welcome Ripley Veterinary Hospital to the CVS Australia family our ninth practice in Queensland. Located in one of South East Queensland’s fastest-growing corridors, Ripley Veterinary Hospital, led by the talented Dr. Andrew Hemming and his dedicated team of veterinarians, nurses, and support staff, is committed to providing exceptional full-service small animal care. As an AVA-accredited Hospital of Excellence and an AVA Employer of Choice, Ripley Veterinary Hospital sets the standard for high-quality care and a positive work environment. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Dr. Andrew and the Ripley team. We’re thrilled to have them join CVS Vets Australia!

Join the Expert Help Forum for Neurology Case Discussions Veterinary professionals are invited to participate in the new Expert Help Forum by Improve Veterinary Practice, a collaborative learning platform designed for the entire veterinary team. This week’s focus is an intriguing neurology case led by Nicolas Granger, DVM, PhD, DipECVN, FRCVS, head of neurology/neurosurgery at Bristol Veterinary Specialists (CVS referrals). The case involves an eight-year-old Pointer with gait abnormalities. Over the week, new details will be revealed, leading to the final diagnosis and treatment plan. Engage with videos, insights, and discussions, and test your diagnostic skills alongside your peers. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of neurology. Join the discussion today! https://lnkd.in/ecQsEbjh

Exciting news to share before the week wraps up! We’re thrilled to welcome Cessnock Veterinary Hospital to the CVS Australia family, located in the beautiful Hunter Valley. Led by Dr. Damian Burke, Dr. Andy Robins, and Dr. Rob Boyd, Cessnock Veterinary Hospital is supported by a fantastic team of veterinarians, nurses, and support staff across three locations – Cessnock, Kurri Kurri, and Aberglasslyn. With over 30 years of service, Cessnock Veterinary Hospital is an Accredited Hospital of Excellence, and their addition further strengthens our presence in the Newcastle/Hunter Valley area, alongside Brunker Road and Mayfield Veterinary Hospitals.

We are excited to warmly welcome Northcote Animal Hospital in Melbourne to the CVS Australia family. Under the leadership of Dr. Kristina Hulme, Northcote Animal Hospital (nOah) is a trusted small animal practice, supported by an amazing team of veterinarians, nurses, and dedicated support staff, all focused on providing exceptional care for cats, dogs, and other pets. Dr. Kristina shares, "At nOah, we strive to offer the perfect blend of compassion, expertise, and experience, all within a state-of-the-art facility that features the latest veterinary technology."

Important Update: Protect Your Pets from Parvo and Panleukopenia We want to alert all pet owners about a recent increase in cases of Parvovirus in dogs and Feline Panleukopenia in cats in South East Queensland and Northern NSW. These highly contagious diseases pose a significant risk, particularly to unvaccinated pets, and can spread rapidly through direct contact, shared environments, and even contaminated objects. Parvovirus primarily affects dogs, causing severe symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea (often with blood), lethargy, and loss of appetite. Without prompt treatment, this condition can become life-threatening. Similarly, Panleukopenia in cats leads to symptoms like fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and a dangerous drop in white blood cell counts, leaving cats vulnerable to secondary infections. The best way to protect your pets is through vaccination. Puppies, kittens, and pets with overdue vaccinations are especially at risk, so we strongly encourage owners to ensure their pets are up to date. Regular boosters are essential to maintain immunity. If your pet shows any signs of illness or if you’re unsure about their vaccination status, please contact your vet immediately. Early intervention can save lives. Additionally, avoid taking unvaccinated pets to public areas or allowing them to interact with other animals until they are fully protected. We understand how much you care about your furry family members, and we are here to support you during this time. Together, we can minimize the spread of these preventable diseases and keep our pets safe and healthy. #parvovirus #ProtectYourPet #dogs #cats #kittens #dogs

🔬 New Insights into Blood Pressure Monitoring for Dogs Recent CVS-supported research reveals that visually observing a sphygmomanometer needle oscillation (SNO) during Doppler ultrasound may offer more accurate blood pressure readings than the traditional audible pulse method (ARPF). The study, conducted on anaesthetised dogs, found that while SNO showed better agreement with invasive methods, both techniques underestimated true blood pressure. Doppler remains useful for monitoring trends, but validated methods like oscillometric devices or invasive measures are recommended for critical accuracy. This research provides valuable guidance for improving patient care during anaesthesia. Read the full study in Animals journal:https://lnkd.in/edWscR7H

🌍 Reducing Medical Waste at CVS Group 🌱 We're proud to share our 13.9% reduction in medical waste and a 34.7% decrease in incinerated waste over the past year! Key efforts included introducing reusable sharps bins, saving 21,000 single-use bins annually and cutting CO2 emissions by 30 tonnes. We also enhanced waste segregation, boosting recycling rates to 34.9%, and empowered 312 environmental champions to drive sustainability initiatives across our practices. We’re committed to delivering exceptional care while reducing our environmental footprint. To read more on this article follow this link: https://lnkd.in/eH86DNwN

Our latest leadership meeting in Melbourne brought together our passionate operational and veterinary teams across the globe for an inspiring discussion on collaboration, growth and innovation in animal healthcare. 🐾 We explored strategies to enhance our people, self-development, clinical care and knowledge. By sharing insights and further aligning our goals, we're more united than ever in our mission to provide the best care possible for every patient. 🐶 🐱 We would like to thank our colleagues who travelled far and wide to attend this event and we are looking forward to our next event in April 2025. 🌍 ✈️ #Veterinarynetworking #collaboration