Bellarine Veterinary Practice News

Australian Small Animal Veterinary Group (ASAV) Accreditation

Bellarine Veterinary Practice Newcomb – Geelong’s only ASAV Accredited Hospital For 35 years! 

December 3, 2025The Australian Small Animal Veterinarians (ASAV) Accredited Veterinary Hospital Scheme recognises companion animal practices across Australia that meet the highest standards in healthcare and hospital management. We are proud that our Newcomb veterinary hospital has held this prestigious accreditation since 1990 by consistently delivering exceptional care and professionalism.   What Sets ASAV Accredited Hospitals Apart?  Accredited...
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The Daisy Project supporting diabetic pets, Bellarine Veterinary Practice Geelong

World Diabetes Day! 14th November

November 13, 2025Did you know that diabetes doesn’t only affect humans? Dogs and cats can also suffer from this disease, and World Diabetes Day is marked on the 14th of November to raise awareness internationally.    With the right care, dogs and cats with diabetes can live long, happy lives, and the team from Bellarine Veterinary Practice in...
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Puppy school is back at Newcomb! Enrol today

August 11, 2025Puppy school is back for the warmer months, and we’re excited to announce that classes will recommence on Saturday, 6th September 2025 at our dedicated training facility in Newcomb. This is the perfect opportunity to give your new pup the best possible start in life through structured, positive and fun learning sessions. This service will...
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Laser Therapy & Rehabilitation for cats and dogs

July 7, 2025Is your canine or feline companion starting to slow down? Sleeping more during the day? Struggling to get up easily? Not wanting to go for those long walks on the daily? Not wanting to get up to their favorite spot on the cat tower? Or maybe they’ve recently undergone major surgery or been diagnosed with...
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Retirement Announcement – Dr John Quinane

June 24, 2025We would like to thank Dr John Quinane for over 40 years of service at Bellarine Veterinary Practice and wish him a very happy retirement at the end of this month. John joined Bellarine Veterinary Practice in 1983 and has been a much-loved foundation member of the practice with a very loyal client following. John...
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Senior wellness checks for cats and dogs

May 29, 2025Did you know our pets age much faster than we do? Winter is the perfect time to book a wellness check for your senior dog or cat. It’s a simple way to stay ahead of age-related health issues and keep them feeling their best.  As a bonus, when you complete your pet’s senior wellness check,...
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Kings Birthday Public Holiday – Monday 9th June

May 29, 2025All Bellarine Veterinary Practice clinics will be closed Monday 9th June 2025. For all urgent matters please proceed directly to GEELONG ANIMAL EMERGENCY 102 FYANS STREET, SOUTH GEELONG   All clinics reopening for normal trading hours, Tuesday 10th June 2025

Grapes, Sultanas, Currants and Raisins toxicity in dogs

April 7, 2025Hot cross buns are popular at the moment and bring a higher risk of exposure to grapes, raisins, sultanas and currants which are all potentially poisonous to dogs. Christmas cake, christmas puddings, fruit toast and chocolate are also high-risk foods containing these fruits. If eaten they can cause gut problems and in serious cases, kidney...
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Chocolate toxicity in dogs and cats

April 7, 2025Please be very careful this Easter and make sure your pets don’t raid your chocolate stash! The compound theobromine in chocolate is toxic to pets and the darker the chocolate, the more theobromine it contains. The initial clinical signs that you should look out for include: ▪ Vomiting ▪ Diarrhoea ▪ Increased thirst ▪ Increased...
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ANZAC Day 2025 – Public Holiday

March 12, 2025All Clinics will be closed Friday 25th of April For all urgent matters please proceed to GEELONG ANIMAL EMERGENCY 102 FYANS STREET, SOUTH GEELONG   All clinics reopening for normal trading hours, Saturday 26th of April