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To the vets and nurses at the Ballarat Veterinary Practice, our pets are members of the family and it’s important to us that they stay healthy and happy. Similarly, we understand that your animals are much loved members of your family and it is our aim to see them only once a year for their annual health check and take pleasure in giving them a clean bill of health. To this end, we only stock our

practice with the safest and most effective healthcare products, and the highest quality diets. Family members do fall ill though, and they suffer injuries which can be life-threatening. In situations like these, we treat each patient with the same high level of compassion, understanding, empathy and professionalism to quickly relieve pain and suffering, diagnose, and treat, while maintaining good communication with you throughout the process. We are constantly updating our equipment, techniques and building on our combined 70 years of experience in companion animal medicine and surgery. We welcome you and your pets to our practice and hope to see you soon.

04/11/2024

🏆 Melbourne Cup Public Holiday

The Ballarat Veterinary Practice along with the Wendouree and Lucas Veterinary Clinics are closed today for the Melbourne Cup Public Holiday.

However, in the event of a veterinary emergency, please call 5331 1533 and our after hours team will assist you.

📸 Michelle Payne OAM and brother Stevie Payne celebrate Prince of Penzance’s iconic win in the 2015 Melbourne Cup.

04/11/2024

❓How often do you brush your teeth?

Imagine the consequences if, instead of brushing, you relied solely on a once-a-year visit to the dentist to keep your teeth healthy! 😱

👉 The same principle applies to our pets!

Alongside regular dental check-ups, you can support your pet’s dental health with:

- Routine brushing,
- Applying antiplaque or antiseptic solutions to the teeth
- Using dental chews
- Choosing dental-friendly diets, and
- Using special water additives

✅ Because the best pet dental care is performed daily at home!

Do you have any questions? We are here to help!

📲Ballarat Veterinary Practice 5331 1533

01/11/2024

Recently, Jax came in for a skin irritation, but he ended up stealing all our hearts instead!

After a thorough check-up, we made sure to pamper him a bit.
Of course, we couldn’t resist snapping a few adorable photos. 📸❤️

We loved seeing you in the clinic, Jax! 🐶✨

28/10/2024

🎃🐾 **Happy Halloween from Ballarat Vet Practice!** 🎃🐾

Halloween has become increasingly popular in Australia in recent years. If you’re celebrating, please be mindful of your pets and chocolate! 🍫👻

Chocolate can be toxic to pets, leading to serious health issues such as vomiting, diarrhoea, and even more severe complications. Remember, dark chocolate and baking chocolate are especially dangerous!

Here are some tips to keep your furry friends safe this Halloween:

- **Keep candy out of reach**: Store chocolate and candy in high places where pets can’t access them.
- **Educate guests**: Inform visitors not to share their treats with your pets.
- **Offer pet-friendly treats**: Provide special Halloween snacks made just for them!

If you suspect your pet has eaten chocolate, contact your veterinarian immediately.

Let’s ensure this Halloween is fun and safe for all our furry companions! 🐶❤️🐱

If your pet happens to get into chocolate, here’s a handy calculator to help you determine if they need to seek veterinary attention,

https://www.msdvetmanual.com/multimedia/clinical-calculator/chocolate-toxicity-calculator

25/10/2024

Our fantastic reception team members Carly, Kirilly, and Jasmine are currently in Sydney at the Australian Veterinary Receptionist Association Annual Conference (AVRAC)! 🎉

They’re exploring key topics, including:
✔️ Triage Techniques
✔️ Advanced Communication Skills
✔️ Emotional Intelligence & Mental Wellbeing
…and so much more!

24/10/2024

✈️ With the Christmas holiday season not too far away, now is the time to make sure that your pets’ vaccinations are up to date especially if your pets will be visiting a boarding facility!

🦟 Parasite control and medications are also an important consideration!

For those pets that will be joining you on vacation be sure to check with your vet exactly which parasites your pet will be need to be protected against!

📲 Please call your preferred clinic to make an appointment or use the online booking portal (see link in comments below)!

22/10/2024

🌟 **Exciting News for Pet Owners!** 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce that **Lucas Vet Clinic** is now offering a **Once-a-Year Flea and Tick Treatment** for your furry friends! 🐾✨

This convenient option ensures your pets are protected from pesky fleas and ticks all year long with just one treatment.

**Why Choose Our Yearly Treatment?**
- **Long-Lasting Protection:** Enjoy peace of mind knowing your pets are safe from parasites for an entire year.
- **Convenience:** Say goodbye to monthly reminders! One appointment and you're set for the year.
- **Healthier Pets:** Help prevent flea and tick-related illnesses, keeping your furry companions happy and healthy.

📅 **Schedule Your Appointment Today!**
Contact us at **0353039000** to learn more about our new treatment option and book your appointment.

🎉 **BONUS:** Get a FREE Licki Mat while stocks last!

Let’s keep those tails wagging and purrs coming! 🐶❤️🐱

22/10/2024

🎄 9 weeks until Christmas!

The Ballarat Veterinary Practice, Lucas and Wendouree Veterinary Clinics, Ballarat Equine Clinic and Eureka Veterinary Clinic will once again be supporting Reverse Advent Calendar Ballarat!

🙏 Please help us support this incredible community initiative! Boxes will be available for collection from the Clinics next week!

Find out more by following the link in the comments below 👇

21/10/2024

❓How often should you give your dogs bones?

🙋‍♀️ Never!

🦴 Regular bone chewing can wear down a dog’s teeth, making them more vulnerable to damage over time. Unfortunately, because bones are much harder than a dog’s teeth, bones can also cause fractured or damaged teeth.

🦴 Fractured teeth are painful and prone to infection. This results in tooth loss or expensive dental treatment.

🦴 Additionally, bones can splinter and cause trauma to the soft tissues of the mouth and digestive tract and can increase the risk of salmonella poisoning.

✅ So please don’t give your dogs bones!

20/10/2024

Pain Management.

Anyone who has had an orthopaedic procedure knows that good pain management is crucial.

Prior to performing a TPLO on patients with a ruptured cranial cruciate ligament, Dr Greedy places an ultrasound guided nerve block. Local anaesthetic is used to manage pain by temporarily numbing specific nerves in the leg.

This provides effective pain relief during and after surgery and results in a smoother anaesthetic and better posture op recovery for our patients. ✅

Your pets are in good hands!

18/10/2024

Each month, we’re pleased to welcome Dr. Richard Wooley and his nurse Brooke from Cardio Respiratory Pet Referrals for consultations. 🩺

Recently, one of our patients, Goose, came in for a routine check-up with Dr. Lynda Kitchin, who discovered a grade 2 heart murmur.

Goose was referred to Dr. Wooley, who performed an echocardiogram revealing early signs of hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (HOCM) with moderate to severe left ventricular outflow tract obstruction (LVOTO) and mild trace mitral regurgitation.

The great news? Goose isn’t showing any clinical signs and doesn’t need any medications at this stage! His owner, Emma, will monitor him at home, and he’ll return for a follow-up with Dr. Wooley in 12 months. ❤️

This case highlights the importance of regular check-ups for your pets. Keeping them healthy starts with staying informed! If you have any questions about your pet’s health, don’t hesitate to call one of our clinics!

(All of Dr. Richard Wooley's appointments are made through Cardio Respiratory Pet Referrals and not through Ballarat Vet Practice.)

16/10/2024

We know that getting your pet to the vet can be a challenge. That’s why we’re proud to offer mobile vet services, bringing exceptional care directly to you!

✨ **Our Services Include:**
- Routine check-ups and vaccinations
- Wellness exams
- Senior pet assessments
- End-of-life care
- Pet transport to and from the clinic

With our compassionate team, your furry friends can receive the care they need in the comfort of their own home.

Let us make veterinary care stress-free for you and your pets! Call us at one of our clinics to learn more.

🐶❤️ Because your pets deserve the best!

15/10/2024

Meet Trygg!
Today, little Trygg came in for his second puppy vaccination.
It might be an easy one—can you guess his breed?

15/10/2024

🐈 Because cats need regular dental care too!

Dr Aaron Luttrell performed a routine dental examination on young Beatrix recently.

Radiographs were taken to ensure the teeth above (crowns) and below (roots) the gumline are healthy and then the teeth were scaled to remove tartar.

‘Cat breath’ be gone!

Throughout the procedure, Dr Luttrell discussed his findings with wonderful final year Melbourne University Veterinary student Tim.

(Best wishes for your final exams Tim!)

07/10/2024

**Monday, October 7 to Friday, October 11, 2024**
**2024 Veterinary Nurse & Technologist Awareness Week**
Day 1's theme is: Zoo and Exotics. 🦎🐇🐹🐀🐍🐦
Our Wendouree clinic is fortunate to have Dr. Aaron Luttrell, who has a keen interest in exotic animals, so our nurses get to see all kinds of fascinating creatures.
This is one of our nurses, Grace, with her bearded dragon, Gerti!

04/10/2024

Spring is here! 🌸🐣🌺🐥

Which means fledglings are making their appearance.
We are seeing a number of fledglings across all our clinics.

Do you know what to do if you encounter a fledgling?
This flowchart from Wildlife Victoria is handy to refer to.

In the comments, we will provide more information about what you can do to help, along with links to some useful websites.

As always, feel free to call your local clinic for advice as well!

01/10/2024

Did you know that today is National Black Dog Day?

If you own a black dog, we would love to see a photo…please share a picture below!

📸 Black is the predominant coat color in greyhounds and they make the most wonderful pets! Contact Greyhound Adoption Program VIC and introduce a gorgeous greyhound into your life!

01/10/2024

Snug as a bug in a rug!

Once our surgery patients have woken up from their anaesthetic, they return to the ward for a little lunch and an afternoon nap …young Macy was very cosy!💕

Rest up beautiful; you will be running about again in no time!

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1410 Sturt Street
Ballarat, VIC
3350

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm

Telephone

+61353311533

Website

http://www.bvp.com.au/

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Meet Emma! Emma is a member of our casual nursing team. After completing work experience with us in Year 10, Emma has now managed to secure her dream job! Emma is also currently studying to become a fully qualified veterinary nurse. 👏👏👏 It is great to have you on board Emma!!! #vetnurselife #vetnursestudent #veterinarycareers

🏉 Footballers are not the only ones to ‘do a cruciate!’ This beautiful, brave boy had a ruptured cranial cruciate ligament in his left stifle (knee). Under the expert care of Dr Stewart Greedy, ‘Kipper’ had a knee reconstruction known as a Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy or TPLO. A TPLO stabilises the stifle in such patients and results in improved stability of the knee, reduced pain and lowers the risk of the development of arthritis in the knee. ✅ Do you know that the Ballarat Veterinary Practice and Eureka Veterinary Clinic are the only clinics in Ballarat to offer this advanced orthopaedic procedure? 🚙 This means that our clients don’t have to travel to Melbourne to restore mobility and treat this painful condition. With careful management and a gentle, gradual return to exercise, Kipper will soon be enjoying his normal activities once again!💕 #cruciateligament #doglover #dogcare

On Sunday the 9th of June we hosted the inaugural Ballarat Veterinary Nurse Conference. We are so proud with how the day went. A big thank you to @ballaratgolfclub for the amazing venue. Thank you to all our speakers and sponsors, without you the day wouldn’t have been able to happen. And a massive thank you to all the delegates, we loved seeing you all and hope to see you again next year. Thank you Brad for the amazing video you have made of the day for us. #vetnurse #vetnurseconference #furthereducation #ballaratgolfclub #vetnurselife #ballaratvetpractice #ballaratvet

Pickles was very happy in recovery after her Spey today. #dogs #pet #dogspey #happy #dog #happydog #tailwagging

The Ballarat veterinary nursing conference is underway!

Are your pets up to date with their parasite control? ⚕️Adequate flea, tick, mite, intestinal and heart worm control for your pets is essential all year round for the protection of your whole family (two legged and four!) 😱We often think of fleas being more active in the warmer months of the year. However, when you consider how warm we keep our homes when it starts to get cold….our indoor pets need good parasite control all year round! Chat to a member of your preferred clinic for the very best parasite control advice available; you can find the contact number below👇 #fleacontrol #PetCare #worms

Meet Lucy another of our amazing speakers presenting at the Ballarat and surrounds Veterinary nursing Conference. She is presenting about Emergency and the art of triage. REGISTRATION CLOSE THIS THURSDAY! #vetnurse #vetnurseconference #vetnurseeducation #vetnurselife #ballarat #ballaratvet #registernow

Meet Johlene another of our amazing speakers presenting at the Ballarat and surrounds Veterinary nursing Conference. She is presenting about Pain management. #vetnurse #vetnurseconference #vetnurseeducation #vetnurselife #ballarat #ballaratvet #registernow