Awanui Veterinary launched the Fast Worm ID – Gastrointestinal Nematode (GIN) PCR in early 2025. We developed this new diagnostic test in partnership with, and with funding from, Beef + Lamb New Zealand. It provides veterinarians with earlier species-level insight into parasite infections in sheep and cattle. How does GIN PCR work? This DNA-based test […]
In 2025 Awanui Veterinary completed the design, development and validation of a duplex qPCR assay to detect the canine BRAF mutation responsible for canine urinary tract transitional cell carcinoma (TCC). We are very excited to be the first New Zealand laboratory to offer a BRAF mutation test locally. This mutation can be detected in a free-catch […]
Our Christchurch laboratory and Fond Farewells will be closed on Friday 13 November for the regional anniversary day public holiday. The laboratory will however be open normal business hours on Saturday 14 November. Please avoid sending samples via overnight courier on Thursday 12 November as they will not be delivered until Saturday 14 November and […]
For four decades, Fond Farewells has had the privilege of caring for much-loved family pets and supporting their owners through some of life’s most difficult goodbyes. As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we reflect with pride and gratitude on the relationships that have shaped our journey. To our veterinary partners, thank you. Your trust and […]
All of our laboratories will be closed on Monday 26 October for Labour Day. We will however be open normal hours on Saturday 24 October. Enjoy your long weekend!
It’s warm weather season, so please remember to keep samples cool after collection. Traditionally as summer heats up, we notice a deterioration in the quality of some samples received at our laboratories. Some even arrive in an unsuitable condition for testing. We recommend you include an ice-pack of some description with your samples if you […]
Last month Dr Cathy Harvey started her new position as Veterinary Clinical Director at Awanui Veterinary. Alongside her extensive diagnostic expertise across necropsy, histopathology and cytology in multiple species, Cathy brings a strong commitment to team leadership, collaboration and professional development. We are excited to take this next step as we continue to strengthen our […]
Expand your in-house capabilities with 10 veterinary-specific biomarkers Complete your clinical chemistry profile with the veterinary analyser EUROLyser CUBE-VET to determine the parameters – Thyroxine (T4)– Fructosamine– Lipase (pancreas-specific)– C-reactive protein– Serum amyloid A (equine and feline)– Fibrinogen (equine only)– GLDH– Canine/equine progesterone– Cortisol– Phenobarbital and SDMA. The EUROLyser CUBE-VET measures the parameters in a […]
Sandra Bulla A 6-year-old female spayed golden retriever dog presented with a history of focal crusty lesions over the body, ongoing for around 4-6 weeks. The lesions were non pruritic and were present in the face, ears, front limb, lateral body wall, and dorsum. Samples were collected for cytology and histopathology. Pictures of gross lesions […]
Calf screening in dairy herds aims to identify and remove persistently infected (PI) animals before they can infect any pregnant cows. An ideal time to sample calves is during tagging or disbudding. The antigen ELISA is a suitable test to use on ear notch samples for animals in this age group. PCR is a suitable […]