Farm Focus – Spring 2025
Part 1: CIDRs & Non-Cycling Cows Why Use CIDRs? In an ideal world, every cow would cycle strongly before mating. But in reality, 20–25% of New Zealand cows don’t show a heat before mating begins. That’s where CIDRs come in.…
Joint Supplements
Joint Supplements for PetsSupport for every step – because mobility matters. At New Plymouth Vet Group, we understand that joint health is key to your pet’s quality of life. Whether they’re recovering from injury, entering their senior years, or simply…
Health Warning for pets and owners – Toxic Cyanbacteria – South Taranaki
Take extra caution if you are taking your dogs to swim in our local rivers. We have had some reports of owners having to seek veterinary treatment for their pets after swimming in the rivers in South Taranaki. Large amounts…
Pet Loss Support – Why is it harder to move forward after losing a pet compared to losing a human?
Hi, I’m Paula and I am a Veterinary Nurse at the clinic. One of my special interests is helping support owners through the loss of their beloved pets and that’s why a few years ago I undertook further study around…
Summer Tips
WHAT TO AVOID DURING SUMMER 1. Walking your pets during the day! During the day, it is too hot to take your pets for a walk, even a short one. Try early in the mornings or later in the evenings.…
Small Animal Newsletter – April 2021
We now offer Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT also known as Photobiomodulation) Recently, we started offering Laser Therapy treatments at both Vet Group and St Aubyn Vet Clinic. Lasers produce intense beams of light at specific wavelengths. When the right wavelength…
Parvo Warning – New Plymouth Dog Owners 29.03.2023
WARNING New Plymouth Dog Owners - 29th March 2023 New Plymouth Vet Group has had many Parvo cases in the last few weeks. Making sure your dog or puppy is FULLY vaccinated (meaning the vaccination course has been completed) is…