Exploring Wellness For Pets

17/02/2025

Responsible pet support!

I've been lucky to work closely with a local breeder on "Puppy Notes" (specific to their breed)—a fantastic resource designed to support new puppy owners on their journey! 💕

Bringing home a new puppy is exciting but can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s why we're making sure you have the guidance and knowledge you need to navigate puppy care, health, and wellbeing with confidence. 🐾

You're not in this alone—we’re here to help every step of the way!

17/02/2025

🔹 Safety & Trust at Exploring Wellness for Pets 🔹

When inviting someone into your pet’s world, safety and professionalism matter. At Exploring Wellness for Pets, we take our responsibility seriously, ensuring peace of mind for you and the best care for your furry companions.

✅ Fully Insured – Because accidents are unpredictable, but being covered isn’t!
✅ Police Checked – Your trust is everything, and we uphold the highest standards of integrity.
✅ Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVC) – Providing safe, inclusive support for all members of the community.

We’re committed to safe, ethical, and compassionate service—because your pets deserve nothing less! 🐾💙

14/02/2025

Fun Friday.

What does your cat like to knock off the table, counter or shelves?

Arts work by: funny-cat-comics-scott-metzger-cartoons

13/02/2025

Attention animal lovers! 🐾 The George Town Neighbourhood House Pet Food Pantry needs your help! We're hosting a Pet Food Drive to keep our furry friends happy and healthy.

This community-led program has been supporting pets for two years, through generous community donations, Animal rescue Corporation Donations and community Fundraising.

Got a big heart and a few extra pet supplies? We’re accepting donations of cat food, dog food, and even food for rabbits and guinea pigs. Every little bit helps a pet stay at home, where they belong.

You can drop off your donations at the George Town Neighbourhood House.

Interested in going the extra mile? Sponsorship opportunities are available too!

Join us in continuing to support pets at home — one paw at a time. 🐕🐈🐇
Thank you for caring for our community’s beloved companions.

11/02/2025

🚨 IMPORTANT NEWS ABOUT MICROCHIPS 🚨

We've heard that Home Safe ID, a microchipping company, has closed down or is in the process of doing so. PetAddress is no longer dealing with them, and attempts to contact Home Safe ID have been unsuccessful.

⚠️ If your pets are registered with Home Safe ID, you need to transfer their microchip details to another registry. Without this, your details won't be accessible when scanned if your pets go missing.

What to Do Now:
1️⃣ Check where your pet's chip details are held:
Visit www.petaddress.com.au.

2️⃣ Choose a new registry (fees of $12 may apply):

Central Animal Records — | 📞 03 9706 3187
Australasian Animal Registry | 📞 02 9704 1450
PetSafe | 📞 02 8850 6800
Global Micro Animal Registry | 📞 02 8338 9063

Stay proactive to protect your furry companions!

For more information: https://theconversation.com/thousands-of-australian-pets-may-soon-have-useless-microchips-its-a-symptom-of-a-bigger-problem-249492?fbclid=IwY2xjawIX4ohleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHTq-dGi94pSuBdEMh3Lwq2zjeaNcFbi7Z7um_fjfik8RxtZuAFxFnJMnbw_aem_PERIcoMzBJ-HxtVASBcdiw

10/02/2025

Patients of the Week! 🐾

Meet Cliff, Vincent, Stella, and Frankie — four very excitable (and absolutely adorable) Dachshunds who loved their health and wellbeing checkups in the comfort of home. 🏠✨

During their visit, we conducted important weight checks and assessed their body condition scores. This is essential for Dachshunds, as maintaining a healthy weight is key to protecting their long backs and reducing the risk of spinal issues like Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD).

✨ Tips for Dachshund Care:

🐾 Keep them lean to avoid stress on their spine.
🐾 Support their backs when lifting.
🐾 Regular gentle exercise is key to keeping them strong and healthy.

A nail and dental check was also completed during their checks, lots of pats, and positive reinforcement to make wellness care a positive experience!

10/02/2025

Does your pet dread nail trims? 🐶🐱

At Exploring Wellness for Pets, Bec creates a calm and supportive environment where your furry friend can feel safe and comfortable. With over 16 years of experience in pet care, she knows how to make nail care a positive experience.

Whether your pet is nervous or simply needs a little extra care, Bec's compassionate handling ensures a positive experience for both you and your furry companion.

06/02/2025

🐾 Supporting Pets, Supporting Community

At Exploring Wellness for Pets, we understand the deep connection we share with our furry companions. We also know that sometimes unexpected challenges arise, and covering medical or essential care costs isn't always possible.

That's why, in collaboration with the George Town Neighbourhood House, we've created a Community Pet Supports Poster! 📝🐕🐈

It highlights key resources, including:
✅ Free Cat Desexing
✅ Safe Beds Program
✅ Emergency Vet Program and so much more.

If you know of additional supports we've missed, please let us know so we can continue making this resource even better for the community.

Together, we can ensure every pet gets the care they deserve. 💕

05/02/2025

🐾 Patient of the Week: Meet Possum!

Possum is an 11-month-old Kelpie x Border Collie with a heart full of sweetness and a brain built for learning. This week, Possum had a relaxing, stress-free nail clip — a calm and positive experience for this clever pup. Afterward, we spent 20 minutes on some basic training, which she absolutely smashed! 🎓🐕

I'm thrilled to be part of Possum's journey to becoming a well-mannered young lady. With her smarts and sweet nature, she's already well on her way. 🌟

Stay tuned for more updates on her progress!

Do you have a pet that could use some positive training or a stress-free nail clips session? Let's chat!

04/02/2025

🐾 Do You Understand Your Pet's Needs?

Imagine being stuck in the same four walls every single day—sounds boring, right? Well, it’s the same for our dogs! Understanding their breed and personality is key to keeping them happy and mentally stimulated, especially when we’re off at work or socializing.

🎾 Working & Herding Breeds: Thrive on having a job.
👉 Set up treat-dispensing puzzles or interactive games for solo play.

🐕 Hound Breeds: Born to sniff!
👉 Leave scent trails with treats around the house before you head out.

🎠 Toy Breeds: Love companionship.
👉 Rotate their toys and leave soft music playing to soothe them.

🏃‍♂️ Sporting Breeds: High-energy adventurers.
👉 Frozen Kong treats or a home agility setup can keep them busy.

🎭 Non-Sporting Breeds: A mixed bag of personalities.
👉 Cater activities to what they love—think chew toys or brain games.

🧗‍♀️ Terrier Breeds: Natural diggers and problem-solvers.
👉 Hide-and-seek games with treats or sand pits can save your garden!

🐾 Personal Touch: Keep it varied! Dogs need a mix of mental, physical, and sensory enrichment to stay happy while you’re away.

What enrichment does your dog love while you're out? 🐶 Drop your ideas below! 👇

For more support around your pet's enrichments send us a DM or pop it in the comment section.

03/02/2025

Exciting News! We are SO close to taking bookings!

Wellbeing checks aren’t just about the 15-minute yearly vaccination or when your pet is sick. We’re here to take your pet's health and wellbeing to the next level:
🐾 Weight checks
🍴 Dietary support
🦷 Dental checks
Parasite control checks.. and more!

Stay tuned for updates and get ready to experience, compassionate care designed to keep your pet thriving! 🐕🐈

02/02/2025

Keep Your Pocket Pets (Rabbits and Guinea Pigs) Cool This Summer
Our small furry friends can struggle in the heat. Temperatures over 30°C are particularly challenging. In nature, these creatures avoid the midday sun by burrowing or resting in shaded areas.

Cage-kept animals, however, rely on us to provide them with a safe, cool space.

How Can We Keep Our Pocket Pets Safe?
Bring them inside (if your house is cooler than outside).
Use frozen water bottles — place 2L bottles wrapped in light fabric in and around their cage.
Provide fresh water — keep it out of the sun.
Offer chilled fruits, vegetables, or fresh grass from the fridge.
Ensure access to deep shade.
Cool their environment by wetting the ground around their cage.
Keep long coats well-groomed to help with heat regulation.
Signs of Heat Stroke
Watch for these warning signs:

Red and warm ears
Moisture or wetness around the nostrils
Rapid breathing or panting
Listlessness or odd behavior
Collapse
Seizures (fits)
Loss of appetite
Note: Rabbits and guinea pigs cannot sweat. They regulate their body temperature through their ears, but when the air is too hot, this becomes less effective. Frozen water bottles provide a surface for them to lie against and cool their bodies.
Avoid pointing fans directly at them if possible.

Picture: Norman, Hermosa, and Shrub enjoying some grass with the aircon on.

02/02/2025

Keep Your Pet Cool and Entertained with Frozen Treats!

A great way to keep the doggie variety of pets happy and cool on hot days is frozen treats!

1. Make it simple, use an old ice cream container or take out a container.
2. Utalise breakfast time and dinner (make them work for their food).
3. Or create a refreshing treat using dog-approved ingredients like fruits, vegetables, low-sodium stock, plain yogurt, or peanut butter.
4. Only use what you know will not upset your pet's tummy.

Safety reminder: Ensure all ingredients are safe for your pet, and avoid artificial sweeteners like xylitol, which can be toxic to dogs. Foods to avoid: Grapes, Onions, Avocado, citrus, salt, caffeine.

RSPCA has some great ideas in this article:
https://www.rspcasa.org.au/doggy-ice-blocks/

If you have a Kong toy, Stuff it and freeze it!

02/02/2025

Please make sure your pets are safe today!

If you're working, connect with neighbours and friends to check on them, if they are outside.

Do not walk on hot concrete.

Keep them hydrated.

Did you know animals sweat differently than us? That's why it's important to provide them with shaded spots to escape the sun, wet down grass, or towels to lie on. These small actions can help support their bodies and keep them cool! 🐾🌞

23/01/2025

What funny or different thing your pets do?

Burger put his crochet toys in his water bowls while he eats.

Then gets upset that they are wet.

Share your pets picture and habit in the comments.

21/01/2025

21/01/2025

🌟 Good Morning, Wonderful Community! 🌟

A warm welcome to all my followers—whether you’ve been here from the beginning or are just joining the journey, I’m so glad you’re here!

Over the next few weeks, I’ll be connecting with our community to better understand the pet services that are most needed in our area.

At this stage, I’m excited to offer the following services:
🐾 Pet Walking
🐾 Nail Clips
🐾 Brush Outs
🐾 Enrichment Supports
🐾 General Pet Care Support

This is just the beginning! My vision is to grow this into a strong local business that:
✨ Celebrates and strengthens the human-animal bond
✨ Collaborates with trainers, groomers, and other professionals
✨ Provides pet care education and resources
✨ Builds a sense of community around caring for pets

I’m committed to creating a thriving environment for myself and my future team, supporting pet owners in making informed decisions, supporting them through a coaching model and continue to actively engaging with animal welfare organizations.

Join me in this mission to make a positive impact on the lives of animals and the people who care for them in our beautiful community.

Together, we can make a difference! 🐕🐈❤️

15/11/2024

The George Town Hood Pet Food Pantry is next Thursday at 10am -12 noon.

This time of year can be tough, things happen in life that can make feeding our pets challenging.

We know the importance of your pet, they just make life better!

So we are here to assist, book your spot this month and we can help with cat or dog food, we also sometimes have beeding, leashed, collars, coats and more.

We are here to support your pets health and wellbeing as well as you wellbeing.

To book contact The George Town Hood - Monday- Friday 8.30am-4pm

P | 63123019
E | [email protected]

187 Agnes Street, George Town TAS 7253