First Vets Whanganui

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About First Vets Whanganui

A locally owned vet practice at 170 Glasgow Street in Whanganui, which describes itself as Whanganui's small and companion animal veterinarians. Vets are on site for health checks, vaccinations, surgical and dental services, and annual wellness checks for all pets. The practice has a purpose-built cattery and offers boarding, and it runs separate dog and cat clinics for pet emergency care. The website says each pet gets a personalised health care plan and that the team advises on nutrition. It stocks Hills Science Diet, Hills Prescription Diet and Royal Canin foods, including diets for pets with conditions such as urinary tract problems.

Phone numbers are 0800 738 363 on weekdays and (06) 324 0812 on weekends and public holidays. After-hours emergencies go to Massey University's Pet Emergency Centre in Palmerston North on weekdays, and to the Regional Emergency Clinic in Fielding on weekends and public holidays. Appointments can be booked through the website. The website also says H5N1 bird flu has been detected in New Zealand, and asks people to phone before bringing in any sick or dead bird or wildlife.