Adelaide Plains Veterinary Surgery

16/10/2025

15/10/2025

The warmer weather means the snakes are coming out of hibernation & are on the move.

The signs of snakebite will vary depending on factors such as the type of venom, location of the bite and amount of venom injected. Generally, the closer the bite is to the heart, the quicker the venom spreads to the rest of the body.
Dogs, being inquisitive, usually try to chase or kill snakes and are more commonly bitten on the face or jaw.

Cats, being hunters and more agile, commonly receive bites on their paws.

Signs in dogs may include:
Trembling, salivation, vomiting and depression
Unsteadiness, hindleg weakness, dilated pupils and worsening paralysis.
Respiratory distress, red-brown urine, complete paralysis and coma

Some dogs may collapse suddenly then appear to recover before showing the above signs up to an hour later

Death can occur within 2 hours of snakebite, even within 30 minutes

Signs in cats may include:
Dilated pupils, progressive weakness - first your cat may look like it is bunny hopping because its hindlegs are becoming paralysed

Flaccid paralysis - weakness progresses to your cat becoming totally floppy, unable to stand and lying flat out, even unable to lift its head up.

If you think that your dog or cat has been bitten by a snake do not hesitate to call the clinic 85203600.

09/10/2025

HAPPY VET NURSE DAY
Behind every healthy pet and every successful
surgery, there's a superhero, our incredible Vet
Nurses!
To our amazing Vet Nurses, thank you for your
unwavering commitment to the well-being of our furry friends.

04/10/2025

Australians in several states are set to enjoy a long weekend on Monday, October 6, 2025. Fun fact, The Labour Day holiday marks the establishment of the eight-hour working day in the 1850s.

We will be closed for business on this day. We will reopen on Tuesday 7th October.

25/09/2025

Initially, encountering a baby bird may appear charming, but it is vital to recognize the anxiety its parent will face following their separation. If you are uncertain about the best approach, a detailed guide is provided below to aid in your decision-making process.

10/09/2025

Ask R U OK? Any Day because life happens every day.

Today is R U OK? Day but we know that whether it’s a friend, family member, partner, or colleague , the people around us go through life’s ups and downs every day. That’s why we want everyone to feel confident to check in with the people they care about and Ask R U OK? Any Day.

06/09/2025

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing pet dads out there.

Thank you for all the cuddles, walks and care you give your furry family members.
Today we celebrate you and the special bond you share with your pets. 🥰

Let's see our pets dads with their fur kids, post your pic in the comments.