by Kasey Coeland VN, Lower Plenty Veterinary Clinic, VIC The Genoray Port X2 is our first dental X-ray machine and we’ve only been using it for a few months. It’s very helpful in deciding whether a tooth needs to be […]
Tools of the trade
Tools of the trade: Treat Pouch (regular)
by Laura Townsley VN, Blakes Crossing Veterinary Surgery, Blakeview, SA I use this treat pouch when training at puppy school, during behaviour consults or when undertaking obedience classes. I fill it with liver treats or some chicken and use it […]
Tools of the trade: Laryngoscope
by Dr Abbie Stott, Montrose Vet Centre, TAS I use a laryngoscope every time I anaesthetise an animal. It enables me to clearly see the back of the throat and the larynx when I need to put in an endotracheal […]
Tools of the trade: Flexineb C1
by Dr Sasha Miles, Brisbane Bird & Exotics Veterinary Services, QLD The Flexineb C1 is a complete nebuliser system for small animals. It is used with saline or with medications, antibiotics, anti-inflammatories and steroids. What’s good about it We mainly […]
Tools of the trade: SunTech Vet20 BP Monitor
by Dr Evan Kosack, Lennox Head Vet Clinic, NSW This is a portable blood pressure monitor that can be run off mains power or batteries. It has an easy-to-read screen and is simple to use. What’s good about it The […]
Tools of the trade: iRecall
by Georgie McCarthy VN, Mona Vale Veterinary Hospital, NSW iRecall is an automated reminder system that uses SMS, email or post to connect with our clients. It’s a very efficient system and a great time saver. What’s good about it In the […]
Tools of the trade: Multi Saw
by Dr David Larratt, Wallsend Vet, NSW This is a versatile, multi-functional oscillating saw. Not only is it useful for removing fibreglass casts and cutting goat horns but by adding a blade attachment, it can be used for orthopaedic surgery. […]
Tools of the trade: Schiotz Tonometer
by Dr Jeremy Jones, The Berwick Village Vet, VIC I don’t use a tonometer regularly enough to justify the cost of one of the newer models. Instead, I decided to go with a traditional Schiotz tonometer. What’s good about it […]
Tools of the trade: Mobile Vet Crush Trailer
by Dr Nadine Allan, Gilgandra Veterinary Clinic, NSW This is a modified box trailer that is attached to the back of a car or truck so it can be taken wherever it is needed. We do quite a lot of […]
Tools of the trade: Ossability Stifle System
by Dr Andres Townsend, Fitzroy Veterinary Hospital, VIC Cruciate ligament disease is one of the most common causes of hind limb lameness in dogs. There are over 10 different types of surgical procedures to address this problem including those that […]
