Bird Flu in New Zealand: Understanding the Risk to Your Cat
Recent detections of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI H5N1), commonly known as bird flu, in wild birds in New Zealand have raised concerns for animal health. In July 2026, the H5N1 strain was confirmed in a brown skua and a kāhu (swamp harrier hawk),...
🐴 ATTENTION HORSE OWNERS: STRANGLES OUTBREAK ALERT 🐴
With a recent Strangles outbreak reported in the North Island (June / July 2026), we are urging all our equine clients in the Wairarapa area to be vigilant. Is your horse at risk? The risk of exposure is significantly higher if you plan on travelling for competitions...
BIAH Clinical Excellence Award
We are proud to announce Aoife Everton as the recipient of the 2026 Clinical Excellence Award, in partnership with Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health. Nominated by Louisa Broughton, Aoife’s impact is evident from the very beginning! being the first person called upon...
Horse and Cat Vet Achieves International Cat Friendly Clinic Accreditation
We are thrilled to announce that Horse and Cat Vet has been officially accredited as a Cat Friendly Clinic by the global charity International Cat Care. This recognition is a significant milestone in our ongoing mission to provide the best possible veterinary...