Cattle Services
Practical veterinary support for productive herds.
At Maleny Veterinary Services, we work alongside primary producers throughout the hinterland and beyond. We understand that herd health decisions affect productivity, genetics and long-term business outcomes so our approach is collaborative, evidence-based and practical.
You know your cattle. We bring veterinary oversight, diagnostics and reproductive expertise to support your system.
Our cattle services
Herd health & production planning
Structured herd health reviews tailored to your enterprise. We assess disease risk, vaccination strategy, parasite management, trace elements, nutrition considerations and biosecurity – always aligned with your production goals.On-farm consultations
Field-ready diagnostics and practical problem solving. From sick individuals to emerging herd trends, we investigate efficiently and recommend treatments that make sense on the ground.Vaccination programs
Strategic vaccination planning based on regional disease risk and property history. We assist with 7-in-1, tick fever and other preventative protocols, ensuring timing and product selection are appropriate for your herd.
Reproductive services
Reproduction drives productivity. We provide:
- Bull breeding soundness evaluations
- Pregnancy testing
- Calving support and advice
Clear results, practical interpretation, and forward planning.
Artificial insemination (AI) programs
We run structured AI programs for producers wanting to improve genetics, manage breeding windows or access superior sires.
AI allows you to:
- Use different bulls across your herd
- Access genetics from anywhere in the world
- Reduce the need to maintain a bull on property
We offer both:
- Natural heat detection AI
- Synchronisation (programmed) mating programs
Our role is to design a program suited to your facilities, labour capacity and expectations — and to manage the technical components safely and efficiently.
For producers wanting a detailed breakdown of AI programs, timing protocols and expected success rates, see our dedicated Artificial Insemination page.
Emergency after-hours care
When urgent issues arise, we provide on-farm emergency veterinary support during business hours.
Subject to availability, Maleny Vet Services also provides an after-hours on-call service primarily for our regular clients, but our rostered vet may also be available to see other animals in the district depending on their case load on any given night.
If you have an animal that requires urgent care, please see our Emergency Care page.
How we work
✔ Respect for your experience and decision-making
✔ Clear, science-based recommendations
✔ Practical solutions suited to your facilities
✔ Transparent communication about expectations and costs
No overcomplication. No unnecessary interventions. Just good veterinary partnership.
Ready to plan?
Whether you’re looking at incremental herd improvements or structured reproductive programs, our team is happy to talk through options.
Or contact us to arrange a property visit.
Cattle Services FAQs
Do you travel to properties?
Yes. Most cattle work is performed on-farm, provided safe and appropriate handling facilities are available. We service the Sunshine Coast hinterland and surrounding regions. Basic travel fees do apply.
What facilities are required for cattle work?
Do you work with beef and dairy herds?
Yes. Our services are tailored to your production system whether breeding, backgrounding, finishing or dairy operations.
Can you help with herd health planning, not just sick animals?
Absolutely. Preventative planning is often where we add the most value – vaccination strategies, parasite management, trace elements, reproductive performance and biosecurity reviews.
Do you offer pregnancy testing?
Yes, primarily via ultrasound with some manual palpation if required. We may also help interpret results in the context of joining periods and future breeding plans.
Do you provide bull fertility testing?
Yes. We offer bull breeding soundness evaluations to assess semen quality, physical soundness and overall suitability prior to joining or sale.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
Yes. We provide emergency on-farm support when required. After-hours fees apply, and we communicate clearly about likely costs and next steps wherever possible. Please see our Emergency Care page for more information.
We are open seven days a week so if you have any questions, please give us a call on 5494 3622 or book online!