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4 Tuesday June 28 2016 PEGASUS POST Your Local Views Side-line hecklers McMaster & Heap Veterinary practice BLOOD SAVES LIVES Steve Heap, at McMaster & Heap, has recently performed 2 blood transfusions in 5 days on young dogs at the Practice, both cases in his own time. This procedure isn’t common practice but when you have a patient presented pale, collapsed and bleeding out essentially, you have to be geared up to immediately transfuse. You also need a capable skilled team around you as this isn’t a one person job as you’ll see below. A blood transfused patient needs to be intensively monitored by a nurse to make sure we don’t get transfusion reactions ( ie tremors, vomiting, labored breathing, swelling and skin reactions, seizures, coma or cardiac arrest). The important things are having a team capable of performing the transfusion and closely monitoring the patient for reactions. “Poppy” the Hungarian Visla made a full recovery after her near death experience of ingesting rat bait. “Bella” the Airedale unfortunately wasn’t so lucky. She initially improved, but after a few weeks of intensive care and huge amounts of love, was very sadly put to sleep after complications with her kidneys. This article is specially dedicated to Bella. Obviously both cases required blood fast. A dog can take another dogs blood ONCE without being cross matched to check blood type. We obtained 500mls of blood and 200mls of plasma for Bella from the After Hours clinic on a Sunday and Steve obtained 400mls of blood from Clive, a German Short haired pointer, for Poppy. We have the transfusion bags and filters at work and the blood is delivered slowly via IVF pumps over 2-3 hours. A vet must sit with the patient the entire time and monitor vitals. The blood is delivered via large bore catheter into the cephalic vein. Both dogs accepted the procedure well – admittedly both were very ill. Having blood readily available is helpful. We didn’t but luckily were able to source it fast. In the past I’ve used Lola for obtaining blood from but since she’s had cancer and received chemotherapy, she now isn’t a suitable candidate. Six year old Bella presented initially for unexplained bleeding from her bowel. After a lengthy work up involving blood testing, radiographs, abdominal ultrasound, bladder catheterization and intensive care monitoring, she deteriorated quickly and needed a blood transfusion in the hope it would save her life. She was losing large amounts of blood from her urinary system and large bowel. Her kidneys were failing, she was depressed and inappetant. Despite intravenous fluids and over 10 different medications she was still deteriorating. We still don’t really know what caused the huge blood loss but the transfusion initially helped, providing her with clotting factors, blood and an immune system to fight whatever was going on. Open 7 days Cnr Hoon Hay & Coppell place phone 338 2534, Fax 339 8624 e. mcmasterandheap@yahoo.co.nz www.mcmasterheap.co.nz Poppy, the 14 month old Visla, knibbled on RAT BAIT 3 days before presenting near death. This poison destroys platelets and coagulation factors and causes their victims to bleed to death because they can’t clot blood. Within hours Poppy would have died due to blood loss into her chest, preventing oxygenation and ventilation. She presented collapsed, was as white as a sheet and in total respiratory distress – she couldn’t breathe at all. Our amazing team moved quickly, calling in Steve and Kirsty who worked together over 4 hours – Kirsty draining the blood from her chest ( the blood was around her lungs) and Steve transfusing her with Clive’s blood. She was monitored by two nurses throughout the procedure. Her recovery was instantaneous – after being transfused she basically leapt into the back of the car, totally transformed. She was monitored carefully at the After Hours clinic that evening and returned to us the next day. These two cases highlight to me the need for speed and urgency in seeing these cases ( whether it be late at night or over a weekend), dedication to our patients, commitment to our clients and skilled and passionate professionals prepared to go the extra mile. Our nurse took the call from Poppy’s owner seriously, late on a Thursday night when we were getting ready to close. At that stage we had no idea Poppy had ingested rat bait. She was just quiet and very lethargic. Not the norm for a 14 month old Visla! Our nurse also asked the colour of Poppy’s gums and was told they were white!! This raised alarm bells. Our consulting vet that night was fully booked until 7pm so our nurse called Steve, who immediately responded to the call. A special mention must be made to the dedicated clients who trusted in us and allowed us a chance at saving their dogs by giving blood, which in itself isn’t without risks. When we undertake a transfusion, we have no real idea of outcome but we all do our very best. Our patients all deserve a chance. Dr Michele McMaster This is specially dedicated to “Bella” who was so stoic and fought so hard to make a full recovery. She was a patient I’ll never forget. No matter how sick she felt, she always had a tail wag for me. She was kind, trusting of us all and brave until the end. Not being able to pull her though affected us all. RIP dear Bella. You are never forgotton. McMaster & Heap New Zealand Rugby League general manager Steve Martin says over the top fans can ruin the experience for others at sports matches. Poor side-line behaviour is the scourge of every sport at the moment. From over enthusiastic parents to outright referee abusers, the problem of people going over the top in their reaction to the game they are watching is rife. Rugby league, like all other sports, is taking a stand against this negative behaviour. After all, this is a game. Referees are human, coaches are volunteers, players are there to play, and supporters to support. It is easy to lose sight of these things when passionately becoming involved in being a supporter. While sports has a responsibility to work to stamp out this behaviour and to promote positive behaviour, ultimately the power and the opportunity lies with those who are there at the time incidents of poor behaviour occur. Confronting what is acknowledged as poor side-line behaviour is not an easy task given the intensity with which the perpetrators of such behaviour show. However, if we all make an effort to marginalise the minority who exhibit poor behaviour, it can make a difference and there is strength in numbers. For those of us who forget or are unaware of how we behave, we need to replace our negative actions with positive – praise the players from both teams, applaud good play, make encouraging comments, thank the referees after the game for giving their time to ensure that the game was actually played. And above all, ‘be a sport – support’. BAD FORM: New Zealand rugby league is taking a stand against poor side-line behaviour. Dyers Road Landscape & Garden Supplies • Barks • Peastraw • Composts - we supply the best available • Aggregates - Chip, Round and Basecourse • Pavers & Schist products • Pungas • Decorative Stones & Landscaping Rocks • Trailer Hire first hour free with purchase • Bag & Bulk - pick up or delivered David, Carol & Mike We will deliver! 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PEGASUS POST Tuesday June 28 2016 5 News Popular flying fox LIBRARY • By Fraser Walker-Pearce AFTER A popular flying fox was taken down due to noise complaints, a petition has seen more than 300 signatures to bring it back. The flying fox was installed in the Prestons subdivision in Marshland by Ngai Tahu, only to be removed by the city council after “two or three” complaints from neighbours. A petition was organised by Ian Reid to bring back the flying fox, and was met with huge support. “I rang up the city council and said, well, hold on a minute, who’s complaining about it? And they said they’d received two or three complaints. And I said, well I know at least 100 people who are very keen to keep it,” he said. Mr Reid gathered signatures from local residents, and was overwhelmed by their support. “My family and a few other people went round collecting signatures one weekend, and we got over 300 signatures for the petition, and it’s still going. They’re coming in daily on my email, so well over 300 now,” he said. City councillor Glenn Livingstone tested other flying foxes like the one in Prestons for noise level, SILENT FOX: This flying fox at the Prestons subdivision was taken down after noise complaints from neighbours. to see if the Burwood-Pegasus Community Board can take the same idea as used in other parts of the city, and implement it in the ward. A flying fox in Lincoln was tested in March for noise level, which registered 46 decibels. That is an acceptable level of noise for daytime use, but not during the night when the limit is 41 decibels. Cr Livingstone said after testing other flying foxes, there could be a solution to keep everyone happy. “It was quieter, there was a bit of noise going through the poles, but the one especially at the Rolleston Community Park I thought was really good. The actual mechanism was encased where it joins the cable and seemed to be very quiet. If we look at these options, we could find a way to keep everyone happy,” Cr Livingstone said. Mr Reid’s petition will be put forward to the community board next month. Ngai Tahu did not respond to questions from Pegasus Post when asked if the Prestons flying fox had been measured for noise. In Brief UPDATE An investigation into possible locations for a temporary library, to be put in place while repairs to the New Brighton Library are carried out, is nearing completion. City council’s head of libraries and information Carolyn Robertson said locations are being investigated for the temporary library service. “We will be reporting back to the Burwood-Pegasus Community Board on July 4 with an update,” she said. NEW MATHS PROGRAMME Education Minister Hekia Parata has paid tribute to a special partnership between Shirley Primary School, Ngai Tahu, Massey University and the Ministry of Education. Ms Parata said the partnership implemented Hangaia Te Urupounamu Pangarau Mo Tatou, a new maths programme for the school. She said the programme is culturally responsive and “supports students to work together” to solve maths problems. She said the programme at Shirley has been made possible by a generous $182,000 donation by Ngai Tahu kaumatua Laurie Loper. ROAD REPAIRS The Avonside and Linwood areas will see more repair workers over the coming weeks, as the Stronger Christchurch Infrastructure Rebuild Team begins road construction projects. Woodham Rd is closed at the intersection with Worcester St for seven months for major wastewater repairs. Carnarvon St at the intersection with Woodham Rd will be closed from today for eight weeks for wastewater repairs. Access to Woodham Rd, east of Worcester St, will be via Sewell St and Rowcliffe Cres. A no entry sign is in place in Woodham Rd at Kerrs Rd and at Ngarimu St. BURGLED PROPERTIES Properties under construction have continued to be targeted by burglars. On June 16, five homes under construction were reported as being broken into overnight in the Prestons and Marshland subdivisions. Tools appear to have been the target of these burglaries. Police will be increasing their presence in these areas. Preschool, Nursery and Kindergarten Our passion…their future. We offer 20 hours ECE, WINZ subsidies and also our transition to school programme. Wheelie Bin Stocktake Christchurch City Council and Waste Management are starting the Christchurch Wheelie Bin Stocktake in July. Properties will receive a mailbox flyer when the stocktake is taking place in their area. At our pre-schools, children are the leaders of their own curriculum. We intentionally work alongside them to develop and progress their special interests and talents as they start to build lifelong learning skills. Find us on Facebook Lake Terrace | Bottle Lake Preschools Lake Terrace Preschool 30 Lake Terrace Road Burwood, Christchurch 8061 P: 03 383 4757 Michelle Cross (Manager) Open: 7.30am-5.30pm Mon-Fri www.kidsandco.nz Bottle Lake Preschool 1 Pohutukawa Crescent Parklands, Christchurch 8083 P: 03 387 0684 Rachel Allan (Manager) Open: 7.00am-6.00pm Mon-Fri What is the Wheelie Bin Stocktake? After the major earthquakes, many bins have been misplaced, stolen or damaged. The purpose of the Wheelie Bin Stocktake is to save on the cost of the collection, disposal and processing of material which is paid for by rates and to make sure properties are not receiving additional services above their entitlement as this is unfair to other ratepayers. The stocktake will save the Council $9.3 million net by 2029 when its current contract with Waste Management concludes. RED GREEN YELLOW How we are achieving this As part of the stocktake, bins will be allocated a Radio Frequency Identification tag (RFID). RFID tags identify the property a bin is allocated to, allowing for a more efficient service. Waste Management is carrying out this stocktake. This will involve: • Installing an RFID tag to the wheelie bins allocated to your property • The stocktake will take four weeks per collection run • Bins without a RFID tag will be removed or no longer able to be emptied • The stocktake will take approximately three years to complete city-wide For further information, phone 941 8999 or visit loveyourrubbish.co.nz
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