Bellarine Veterinary Practice news and updates

Losing the Christmas Kilos – Healthy Weight Loss for Cats
Read MoreIs your cat a couch potato with a belly that sags? It’s not just humans that suffer post-Christmas weight gain! Did you know that Bellarine Veterinary Practice in Geelong offers tailored weight loss programs for your cat? Obesity in cats is a growing concern, with over 60% of domestic cats classified...

Understanding Separation Anxiety in Dogs
Read MoreAs the families of Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula return to school and work after a long summer break, many dogs struggle when they find themselves left alone. If you notice your dog’s behaviour changes as soon as you try to leave the house, they may be suffering from separation...

Grovedale clinic closed – Fri 23rd Jan to Tues 27th Jan 2026
Read MoreDue to maintenance works our Grovedale clinic will be closed from: Friday the 23rd of January 2026 and will reopen on: Tuesday the 27th of January 2026 For emergencies: Please contact our Ocean Grove Clinic on (03) 525 62400 or...

GapOnly® for pet insurance
Read MoreOnly pay the gap, on the spot Did you know we offer GapOnly® at Bellarine Veterinary Practice GapOnly® is an innovative payment service that works with selected pet insurance brands, so you can access your pet insurance benefit right away...

Royal Canin Recycling Program
Read MoreExciting News: You Can Now Recycle pet food packaging at Bellarine Veterinary Practice! We’re proud to announce that all Bellarine Veterinary Practice clinics are now part of the Royal Canin Recycling Program in partnership with TerraCycle®. This is a fantastic step toward...

Heat stroke in pets: essential summer safety tips
Read MoreHot summer months in Australia can be brutal and heat stroke is a serious and potentially fatal condition in pets. At Bellarine Veterinary Practice in Geelong, we’re committed to helping you keep your beloved pets safe, whether you’re walking your dog, transporting your cat, or caring for small animals like...

Managing pets with noise phobias on New Year’s Eve
Read MoreFireworks and summer storms are part of life in Australia, but for many pets, these loud events can be overwhelming. Dogs and cats with noise anxiety or fireworks phobia often experience severe stress during New Year’s Eve celebrations and summer...

Point Lonsdale clinic closed – Friday 19th December 2025
Read MoreDue to Powercor upgrades in the local area our Point Lonsdale clinic will be closed on Friday the 19th of December 2025. Our other clinics are not impacted by these works and remain open to assist you with all your...

Christmas trading hours
Read MoreWe are closed on all public holidays over the Christmas and New Year period. For all emergencies outside of our opening hours: Please proceed directly to Geelong Animal Emergency, 102 Fyans Street, South Geelong. ...

Christmas tree safety for pets
Read MoreThe festive season is full of joy and excitement, but it’s also a time to keep an extra eye on our pets! Christmas trees and their decorations often pose risks to curious cats and dogs. At Bellarine Veterinary Practice, we...


