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🌟 Breed Spotlight: Jack Russell Terrier 🌟Small in size but huge in personality! The Jack Russell Terrier is a lively, cl...
16/11/2025

🌟 Breed Spotlight: Jack Russell Terrier 🌟

Small in size but huge in personality! The Jack Russell Terrier is a lively, clever and fearless little dog originally bred for fox hunting — and today, they bring that same bold spirit to every adventure.

✨ Fast Facts:
🎨 Colours: Usually white with black, tan or brown markings.
🧍‍♂️ Build: Compact, muscular and athletic — always ready to move!
💬 Personality: Intelligent, energetic and endlessly curious. They thrive on activity, games and mental stimulation.
🏃‍♀️ Special Requirements: Daily exercise and training are a must — a bored Jack Russell will find creative ways to entertain themselves!
❤️ Average Lifespan: 13–16 years

These dogs are best suited to active homes where they can run, dig, play and be part of the family’s daily life.

Got a Jack Russell at home? Tell us in the comments! 👇

🌟 Quote 🌟"A dog will flatter you, but you have to flatter the cat." – George Mikes 🐈❤️
14/11/2025

🌟 Quote 🌟

"A dog will flatter you, but you have to flatter the cat." – George Mikes 🐈❤️

14/11/2025

🌟 Fun Fact Friday 🌟

Why do some cats turn their noses up to cold food❓😺

Ever wondered why your cat ignores wet food straight from the fridge but dives in when it’s a bit warmer? Science has the answer!
A cat’s taste receptors work best at around 30°c, about the same temperature as their tongue. When food is served cold, their ability to taste it drops. But if their food is warmed up a little, you’re turning the flavour dial way up too!

When feeding your cat wet food, it’s best to serve it at room temperature so the food is more appealing and natural for them to eat. If the food is stored in the refrigerator to keep it fresh, take it out a little while before a mealtime to let it warm naturally or gently heat it up. When heating food, always stir and check the temperature carefully for hot spots that could burn your cat’s mouth, and allow heated food to cool back to room temperature before serving. This tip is especially helpful for fussy eaters or cats that are under the weather or unwell.

So next time your cat is giving food the cold shoulder, swap fridge-fresh for room temperature, or try a gentle warm-up, to make mealtimes more mouthwatering!
If your cat isn’t eating as they normally would or appears to have become ‘picky’ with their food, please book a consultation with our vets. 📞

(Source: iCatCare)

🌟 Does your dog suffer from allergies? 🌟Allergies are a common cause of recurrent skin and ear problems seen in dogs. Th...
12/11/2025

🌟 Does your dog suffer from allergies? 🌟

Allergies are a common cause of recurrent skin and ear problems seen in dogs. They can be caused by fleas, dust and pollen or food.

🐾 Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD) results from an allergy to a protein in flea saliva which comes into contact with your pet when the flea bites.

🐾 Canine Atopic Dermatitis (AD) is a genetically predisposed allergic skin disease. These dogs are allergic to environmental allergens such as dust mites and tree pollens.

🐾 Allergic Contact Dermatitis occurs when your pet comes directly into contact with something they are allergic to, such as certain plants and deodorisers.

🐾 Food Allergy is caused by an allergy to a component of your dog's food. The most common allergies are to beef, soy, chicken, milk, corn, wheat and eggs.

A diagnosis can be determined by a thorough allergy questionnaire, looking at the distribution of skin lesions, and/or running an elimination diet trial.
If your pet suffers from ongoing itchiness or skin problems, call our friendly nurses and book an allergy consultation today. 📞

🌟 Client Testimonial 🌟"Very good care given to our baby."~ Lee Cass❤️🐾
12/11/2025

🌟 Client Testimonial 🌟

"Very good care given to our baby."
~ Lee Cass

❤️🐾

🌟 Remembrance Day 🌹🌟As well as the traditional commemorative red poppy, there is also the purple poppy which remembers a...
10/11/2025

🌟 Remembrance Day 🌹🌟

As well as the traditional commemorative red poppy, there is also the purple poppy which remembers animals who have died during conflicts.
Today we remember not only the veterans who have served Australia, but also the courageous animals who stood by their side.

For all animals who lost their lives in wars - we will remember them. 💜

🌟 Intestinal Worms 🌟Intestinal worms are more than just an “icky” problem 🐛 — they can cause serious illness in pets (an...
10/11/2025

🌟 Intestinal Worms 🌟

Intestinal worms are more than just an “icky” problem 🐛 — they can cause serious illness in pets (and sometimes humans too!).

Common culprits include roundworm, hookworm, whipworm and tapeworm, all of which can lead to symptoms such as:
⚠️ Weight loss
⚠️ Vomiting or diarrhoea
⚠️ A dull coat
⚠️ Scooting or licking around the bottom

Even if your pet looks healthy, worms can still be hiding inside — which is why regular worming preventatives are so important. 🐶🐱

🩺 How often should you worm your pet?
🐕 Puppies & kittens – every 2 weeks until 12 weeks old, then monthly until 6 months
🐕‍🦺 Adult dogs & cats – every 3 months (or as recommended by our vets)

💊 Preventative products come in tasty chews, spot-ons or combination treatments that protect against multiple parasites at once — we can help you choose the best one for your pet’s lifestyle.

🌟 Finally some news worth reading 🐾🌟
09/11/2025

🌟 Finally some news worth reading 🐾🌟

🌟 Human-Animal Bond Day 🌟Today is International Human-Animal Bond Day - a day to celebrate the special bond between peop...
07/11/2025

🌟 Human-Animal Bond Day 🌟

Today is International Human-Animal Bond Day - a day to celebrate the special bond between people and animals of all kinds. 🐾💞
It also serves to build awareness of how very important and influential the human animal bond can and has been for many people and animals of all ages and diversity.
🐶🐱🐭🐦🐴🐰🐮🐷🐸

We'd love to see some photos of you living your best life with your pets. Please share them in the comments! 👇

🌟 Fun Fact Friday 🌟Did you know❓A Bloodhound’s sense of smell is so accurate that it can be admitted as evidence in a co...
07/11/2025

🌟 Fun Fact Friday 🌟

Did you know❓
A Bloodhound’s sense of smell is so accurate that it can be admitted as evidence in a court of law. Bloodhounds can also follow tracks that are over 300 hours old and can stay on a trail for over 130 miles!

🌟 Flexible Payment Options Available 🌟FAQ: What if I can't afford to pay upfront for my pet’s treatment? ❓We understand ...
05/11/2025

🌟 Flexible Payment Options Available 🌟

FAQ: What if I can't afford to pay upfront for my pet’s treatment? ❓

We understand vet bills can sometimes come at unexpected times. That’s why Melton Family Vets offers a range of payment options to help make treatment more accessible:

💳 GapOnly®
🩺 VetPay – Credit product. Subject to approval, fees & T&Cs apply.
📱 Zip Pay – Credit product. Subject to approval, fees & T&Cs apply.
🐾 Afterpay – Credit product. Late fees, eligibility criteria, and T&Cs apply.

Ask us how you can spread the cost of treatment and get the care your pet needs, when they need it. Call us on (03) 9746 7673 to learn more. 📞

❤️ Keeping Veterinary Care Accessible & Affordable

Disclaimers:
Afterpay – Credit provided by Afterpay Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 15 169 342 947). Australian Credit Licence 527911. Late fees, eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply.
Zip Pay – Credit provided by Zip Money Payments Pty Ltd (ABN 58 164 440 993). Australian Credit Licence 441878. Approved applicants only. T&Cs, fees and credit assessments apply.
VetPay – Credit provided by VetPay Pty Ltd (ABN 92 135 017 501). Australian Credit Licence 391975. Approved applicants only. T&Cs, fees and credit assessments apply.

🌟 Ear Cleaning Under Anaesthetic 🌟Allergies, bacteria and yeasts can cause the skin lining in a dog's ear canal to becom...
05/11/2025

🌟 Ear Cleaning Under Anaesthetic 🌟

Allergies, bacteria and yeasts can cause the skin lining in a dog's ear canal to become inflamed and itchy, and the ear canal to become full of wax and exudate buildup.

Unfortunately, squirting a few drops of ear cleaner into your dog's ears won't do the job when the build up is excessive. A dog's ear canal consists of a long slender tube, which extends downwards and then inwards to the base of the skull where the ear drum is located. When ears are this dirty they need to be cleaned under anaesthetic so that all of the debris can be removed and the ear drum examined properly. Our otoscope lets us have a really close look into your dog's ears so that we can clean them easily. 🧐🐶

If you are concerned about your dog's ears please call our friendly team or book an appointment online. 📞

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