Yearly Archive: 2015

Christmas & New Years Opening Hours

November 25, 2015Wishing you all a safe and happy Festive Season  Christmas Eve  24th December  5pm close All clinics  Christmas Day  25th December  CLOSED All clinics  Boxing Day  26th December  11am-12pm  Newcomb Emergencies Only  Sunday  27th December  11am-12pm  Newcomb Emergencies Only  Monday  27th December  11am-12pm Newcomb Emergencies Only  New Years Eve  31st December  5pm close All clinics...
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Spring Care for Pets, Geelong

September 14, 2015Spring has arrived and we’re all spending more time outdoors enjoying the warmth. Spring rain will bring new growth, flowers are blooming and spring cleaning is on the calendar. As pet owners there are certain things we have to keep in mind now the weather  is warming up. Here are some Spring safety tips for...
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Relieving cat stress, Geelong

July 21, 2015Here are 10 great tips to help relieve cat stress: Create high places and private spaces – cat’s are natural climbers and like to survey their kingdom! Create a refuge where your cat can feel safe – a hidey hole all of their own is very important. Make sure each litter tray is clean and...
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Pet Dentistry, Geelong

June 22, 2015Yes, we are talking about dental health again…. Sometimes you must wonder why we have so many opportunities for FREE dental checks. Let me explain why we are so passionate about this. Quite simply, the mouth is the gateway to the entire body and if your pet has a mouth full of bacteria and tartar...
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Signs of arthritis in cats, Geelong

June 22, 2015As your cat grows older, you may notice they are less agile than their younger years. Usually, it’s just a normal part or aging, but sometimes it can be a sign of osteoarthritis. 1 in 3 cats suffer from osteoarthritis and this increases with age Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease, which is primarily caused...
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Winter Care for Pets, Geelong

June 22, 2015Winter has drawn in and we are now facing dark evenings and chilly nights. I have noticed that my cats have adapted well – they follow the sun around the house in the mornings and then seek out the beds and couches during the afternoon and evenings. Beyond eating and ducking out for toilet breaks...
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Pet groomers, Geelong

May 6, 2015Have you dismissed cat or dog grooming as a luxury? At Bellarine Veterinary Practice, Geelong, we know from experience that having your dog groomed is much more than a luxury, it’s a necessary part of maintaining their health. Professional pet groomers know exactly which shampoos, treatments, brushes and combs are best suited to your dog’s...
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RSPCA Million Paws Walk 2015

March 23, 2015Team Bellarine is banding together again to support the RSPCA Million Paws Walk and you’re invited! Simply register for the Geelong event to purchase your tickets at Million Paws Walk and then select TEAM BELLARINE when it asks if you would like to join a team. When you join our team we donate a further $5...
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