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We take great pride in our ability to care for your beloved pet. Your dogs are our top priority & will receive the best care.
Vets4Pets was founded in 1972 and has grown to provide a wide range of small animal care through its six convenient locations in Adelaide's Northern suburbs. Every Vets4Pets local practice offers professional facilities, modern equipment and highly trained people who love animals. We believe in offering the very best in general veterinary care.

Our Veterinary hospitals and clinic provide: * Minor and major surgery * Orthopaedic surgery * Cancer Treatment * Ultrasound * Radiology * Ophthalmology * Endoscopy * After Hours services 24hours/7days/365 days * Laboratory testing * Dentistry * Canine and feline behaviour advice * Canine and Feline reproductive medicine * Penn Hip Screening * Desexing * Vaccination programs

* Heartworm prevention * Intestinal worming program * Flea prevention * Microchipping * Puppy Preschool * Vets4pets slimmers club * Boarding for all pets * Grooming and clipping and Hydrobath * Pick up and drop off service * AQIS Accreditation * Nutrition advice * Arthritis treatment * Kidney disease treatment * Geriatric treatment * Grie

"A big thanks to Vets4Pets for your skill and care bringing Oscar back to health after his accident. His leg has healed perfectly. Thanks also for your advice about his diet. He's acting like a dog half his age." - Rex E. (Oscar's Owner), Gawler.

ABN
72 359 940 054
Date Established
1972
Trading Alias
Petalia
Duration
Long Term, Monthly, Overnight, Short Term, Weekly
Service
Brushing, Day Care, Diets, Exercise Programs, Grooming, Hydrobaths, Medication, Washing, Worming
Specialty
Puppies, Small Dogs, Special Needs
Hours of Operation
Open Monday - Friday
Payment Method
Cash, Cheques, Direct Debit, EFT, EFTPOS, Mastercard, Money Order, Visa
Concern
Fleas
Feature
Temperature Controlled, Trampoline Beds, Vaccination Required, Veterinary Nurse
Amenity
Music
Assurance
Registered
Offering
Dog Toys
Ownership
Family Owned
Also listed under
Cat Boarding, Dog Training, Veterinary Surgeons

When should I have my dog/cat microchipped?

There is no specific age for this procedure. Some pets get microchipped at 6-8 weeks and some at desexing when under general anaesthetic (less pain). The microchip needle is bigger than an average needle so some pain may be experienced, but every pet is different. A microchip is the only way to prove the ownership of your dog and some financial incentives are provided by your local city council if your pet is microchipped.

When should I have my dog/cat desexed?

At Vets4Pets we recommend desexing at 6 months of age. This is generally a hassle-free one-day procedure. There are many benefits of desexing. For female dogs and cats it will prevent unwanted pregnancies and caesareans, they will not develop an infection of the womb and they are less likely to develop mammary gland tumours (breast cancer). For male dogs, some of the benefits include decreased aggression, territory marking, testicular cancers and problems with the prostate.

Can I feed my dog/cat raw bones to clean its teeth?

This is an outdated method as nowadays there are much better and affordable alternatives. Feeding bones can cause fractures of teeth, gastrointestinal upset, pancreatitis, dog fights, intestinal and oesophageal (food pipe) obstructions and more. Our staff can advise you on superior alternatives.

When can we start puppy preschool?

Most pups will start around 6-8 weeks of age but talk to our nurses for more specific instructions. It is important to get in touch with our staff as soon as possible since places are limited and demand is very high. Also, if your puppy is older than 14 weeks, it cannot be enrolled anymore because it is too large.

Is it necessary to have heartworm prevention in South Australia?

When we recommend something it is because there is a good reason. Most of our vets have seen or treated a case of heartworm. Once contracted, heartworm can be a terminal disease and, if treatable, the cost can be high. There are many different ways of keeping your dog safe from heartworm. Proheart injection is the cheapest option but some clients prefer a product that covers a range of parasites such as Advocate. Whatever your decision is, we can advise you on your options.

Can my ferret be de-scented?

Unfortunately there is no appropriate procedure for this. Ferrets always have a "specific" smell that is normal for their skin. How strongly they smell is up to the owner, as regular bathing with a quality shampoo can be all they need.

Do I have to vaccinate my dog against all the viruses or can I just do parvo?

Nowadays it is almost impossible to get only a Parvo shot, as the majority of vaccines are polivalent (multiple diseases covered). We recommend the C5 vaccine as a "core" vaccine because it covers the most important diseases in Adelaide. Some owners request other vaccines, for example the tetanus vaccine, and we are happy to oblige.

Can I worm against ringworm?

No. Ringworm is misnamed. It is not actually a worm but a fungal disease and as such it has a different type of treatment. Ringworm is a disease of young and debilitated animals and usually presented as a bald, non-itchy spot. Ringworm is contagious to humans so it must be diagnosed accurately and promptly.

Which treatment do you recommend for intestinal parasites & why?

There are many products available on the market but we recommend Drontal as one of the best around, especially for young animals. Humans can contract intestinal worms, and children are particularly susceptible. It is not enough to give a tablet every now and then - your pet needs regular worming to break up the parasite life cycle and keep it intestinal worm free. For more information please talk to our staff.

How often do I need to have my dog vaccinated?

Vaccinations are usually a once a year affair unless you have a young puppy or kitten. Puppies need one injection EVERY 3 WEEKS starting from 6 weeks of age (C3, C3 and then C5) and kittens need two F3 vaccines at 8 and 12 weeks of age. If your cat is an outdoor cat we strongly recommend the FIV vaccine (Feline AIDS) as well. For more details please check our Article Library.