The Vet Group - Pet Care

31/07/2024

Today is national mutt day!! 🐶

Make sure you give your mutts an extra big cuddle, and a yummy treat today! They deserve it ❤️

This little pup is called Luna, can you guess her breeding??

Comment a photo of your own mixed breed mutt below!! ⬇️

29/07/2024

Our FREE dental checks are still running!! 🎉

The Vet Group’s dental month will be running across August & September, and our nurses are here to get you prepared!

Book your cat or dog in to get their teeth checked and graded to receive an individualised estimate of costings for a dental scale and polish under general anaesthetic! This will be a capped price procedure for cats and dogs during our dental promo months 🦷🪥

Call any of our small animal clinics to book your FREE nurse dental checks in now!!

26/07/2024

📵IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT📵

The Vet Group’s phone service provider will be undertaking planned maintenance this weekend, from 11PM on Saturday 27th of July, until 6AM on Sunday 28th of July.

During this time, there may be intermittent outages that last as long as 15 minutes. Unfortunately, this means that any after-hours calls will not get through at the time of an outage.

Should your pet require urgent care, and you are unable to get through, you may have to wait up to 15 minutes before the outage resolves.

We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Please find our clinic numbers below:

Allansford: 5558 6650

Timboon: 5558 6666

Simpson: 5558 6670

Heywood: 5527 1239

Wollaston: 5561 6911

Portland: 5523 4900

25/07/2024

What a cute little snag dog! 🌭🌭

Ollie is a 9-week-old dachshund who recently visited Wollaston for a health check, as he was not yet due for his booster vaccine.

Though we understand a lot of dogs and puppies will arrive to you already vet-checked, it is definitely good to get some peace of mind that your new pet is fighting fit! 💪

It’s also a good opportunity to get them acquainted with the clinic, and kickstart those socialisation skills.

Ollie is already super confident, and now he has made friends with Dr Alysha for next time! 🥰

23/07/2024

Sweet Sully recently blessed Wollaston with a visit for his puppy vaccinations! 💛

How adorable are those puppy eyes 🥹

Can you guess Sully’s breed?

If you have any questions or concerns with your new puppy, their vaccination appointments are a great opportunity to discuss these with your vet! 🙌

Call your local clinic on the numbers below, to schedule an appointment:

Wollaston: 5561 6911

Portland: 5523 4900

Timboon: 5558 6666

22/07/2024

Dr Kim has recently added lamb mum to her repertoire!

Meet Allan… short for Allansford😆

This cute little ram is Kim’s new sidekick, and she has definitely got her hands full with him! He may have to fight Chappy for a spot on the couch😉

Don’t be surprised if you hear any bleats or bellows when you visit Wollaston or Allansford, Allan definitely has a healthy set of lungs! 🐑🐑

21/07/2024

Better late than never!

Meet our gorgeous puppy pre-school graduates from our June class 😍

What a fun mix of breeds and personalities this group was!

FYI… enrolment is just $100, and you will receive 1 class a week for 4 weeks. Each class focuses on different important life lessons and skills for you and your puppy! 💜

You also have the opportunity to voice any concerns or problem behaviours that may be causing you grief with your pup. Our highly trained staff are here to help guide you through the process, for a more enjoyable puppyhood! 👏

There is increasing demand for our classes, so we recommend you contact Wollaston early, to ensure there is a place available for your pup.

Our next intake will commence on Thursday 8th August.

If you have any questions regarding Puppy Pre-School, please contact 5561 6911.

19/07/2024

Another naughty boy!! 😩

6-month-old Bo decided to enjoy a sneaky sock (or 2) as a late-night snack, and he definitely paid the consequences.

His owner brought him to the clinic, after he had vomited up one sock already at home. He arrived feeling very unwell and regretful… our staff were almost positive he would be a surgery candidate!

After a physical examination, Dr Alana decided to induce vomiting, and to everybody's surprise we found the missing sock! 🎉

An x-ray and ultrasound confirmed an empty abdomen and Bo (very luckily) avoided an emergency surgery 😇🪡

Be sure to contact us immediately if you are ever concerned your dog has eaten something they shouldn’t. The quicker they are seen, the more likely they are to make a full recovery with no complications, like this cheeky boy!

16/07/2024

Don’t forget about our FREE dental checks!! 🦷

We are offering free dental check consults with our trained nurses, to get everyone ready for our dental promo months in August & September!

So be sure to book your furry friend in now and get an accurate dental grading on your pet's teeth. That way you ensure you SAVE when you book in for their dental during our promotion months!!

Keep an ear out for our upcoming discounts, running through August & September 💰

There will be deals on:
- general anaesthetic dental scale and polishes
- dental food & treats
- dental care products

Call any of our small animal clinics to book your FREE consults in now!! 🐾

15/07/2024

Did you know today is national “I love horses” day? 🐴

We hope your noble steeds get a little bit of extra loving today! Make sure you give them an extra carrot or a sneaky piece of liquorice or two 😉

Comment a photo of your horse posing for a pic below ⬇️

11/07/2024

Swipe for a sneaky stick removal! ➡️

This dog recently came in for his routine desexing procedure, and during the anaesthetic induction our nurses happened to stumble across this stick that was imbedded in the roof of his mouth 😱

Thankfully the stick was removed easily, and no further damage caused!

It is surprisingly common for sticks to get lodged in a dog's mouth one way or another, so be sure to be careful what your doggos are eating or playing with. If you notice a bad smell in their mouth, or they go off their food, this can indicate something being stuck somewhere it shouldn’t!

As always, we’re here to help! Give our lovely receptionists a call to book your pets in if you are ever concerned something is up 🐾

10/07/2024

Check out these brave boys 👬

Both Ollie (right) and Banjo (left) came in recently to be castrated, and they were absolute superstars about it!!

We were lucky to get a photo of the bouncy brothers, they are busy boys and don’t sit still for long 😆

08/07/2024

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Unfortunately there is another a page that has begun impersonating The Vet Group and contacting our clients to say they have won our cat winter photo competition 😡

We would like to confirm is this illegitimate, and are actively deleting comments from this user. Please report this page as scam/fraud if you recieve any further communication from them.

Please be advised we will contact the winner from this page only, or via mobile… and we will NEVER ask for any personal or bank information in order to receive a prize. Please refrain from clicking any links that have not been posted or sent directly from The Vet Group.

We would also like to confirm this competition is still running until the end of this week, so we are not yet choosing our winners!

PS. If you have posted on our original post, please include a comment stating your go to clinic. This is so we know where to send the hampers for our winners!

** EDIT: OUR WINNERS HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED!
Congratulations to Jumbo Rivest, Layla Hyland and Simba & Eddie Forster

08/07/2024

This July we would like to focus on improving the quality of life for your senior pets! 🤍

Animals are considered ‘senior’ after the age of 7 years old. From this age, we tend to see greater prevalence in arthritis, obesity, hearing and vision loss, urinary and kidney issues and some cancers 😢

Is your senior pet a member of The Pet Group?

Do you have pet insurance?

Since we tend to see our senior patients more often, both of these are definitely a good investment, that can save you money in the long run on regular veterinary expenses such as:

💊Medications

🛒Products

🍗Prescription food

🩺Consultations

💉Blood and urine panels

Pop into any of our clinics to sign your senior citizens up to The Pet Group today!

06/07/2024

** EDIT: OUR WINNERS HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED!
Congratulations to Jumbo Rivest, Layla Hyland and Simba & Eddie Forster

05/07/2024

PROMO ANNOUNCEMENT!

🦷 TVG’s well-awaited dental month will be running throughout August and September! 🦷

To better prepare for this, we are offering FREE nurse dental checks from now on!

Our trained nurses will be able to examine your pet’s mouth for any signs of periodontal disease or other pathology, and assign a grade to their teeth. This grading system allows us to generate an accurate estimate for potential costings of an anaesthetic dental procedure.

Psst… there will be a discount to come on dental scale and polishes, dental food, treats and dental care products 💰💰

Stay tuned for further details about this promo closer to the date!

Get in and get your pets checked at any of our companion animal clinics, lets get those pearly whites shining this upcoming dental season!! 😸

Wollaston: 5561 6911

Portland: 5523 4900

Timboon: 5558 6666

04/07/2024

Every day is bring your pet to work day in Zara’s eyes (but we aren’t complaining) 🤫

This pretty lady belongs to one of our staff and is quickly becoming a welcome guest in the clinic! 💌

Just a quick reminder about our next intake of Puppy Pre-School classes at Wollaston - these will commence on Thursday 11th July, with limited spaces available.

Our trained staff will focus on enrichment, desensitisation, socialisation and confidence building for your new fur baby, giving them the tools they need to face the world 💪

Call 5561 6911 ASAP, to ensure we can secure a spot for your pup!

02/07/2024

Look at this sweet face! 🥰

Little Nova came into our Portland clinic recently for her final puppy booster vaccine and check up with Dr Jacqui.

Who could resist a Frenchie snuggle?! 🫶

01/07/2024

Check out our latest visits to the bright minds at Timboon P-12 School!! ✨

For the school's recent event “Cows Create Careers” for 2024, they invited a panel of speakers into their Year 7 Science classes! Their guests described their career paths, any quirks or benefits to their jobs and any advice they have for the students!

Our very own Dr Gemma was invited onto the panel, and she brought along her other half Dr Wesley & their dog Maple to help demonstrate the Largies ultrasound! Safe to say Maple stole the show and was a real crowd pleaser for cuddles & pats 🥰

We have also had another one of our vets, Dr Erin, recently have the pleasure of visiting the school! ​The Year 8 Science class have been learning about the digestive system as part of their investigation of body systems. The school invited Dr Erin to describe and contrast the difference between a cow and human stomach, and their respective structures! Safe to say there would have been some interesting dinner table conversations in the Year 8’s homes that night!!

For more information & images of the sessions, check out the school's informative blog: https://timboonagproject.weebly.com/tap-blog

We look forward to our future visits at Timboon P-12 school, our vets love how involved and excited the kids are to learn about the Veterinary industry! 🎓

28/06/2024

We’re sure everyone is by now familiar with our Irishman Conor! 🤩

He was recently invited as a guest speaker on the brand-new podcast ‘Dusty Dogs’!

As President of the Victorian Working Sheep Dog Association with very successful Border Collies of his own, he has a strong passion and shares some of his valuable insights into sheep dog training, handling and trial competitions 🙌🙌

Be sure to give it a listen!

Check out the links below ⬇️

YOUTUBE:
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SPOTIFY:
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APPLE PODCASTS:
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26/06/2024

🙋‍♀️ Cat parents… ever heard of resorptive lesions?

This refers to a syndrome characterised by breakdown and loss of tooth structure, starting at the gum line and progressing inwards.

These sneaky dental issues are very common, and can affect our feline friends without us even noticing!

Meet this hairless beauty, Zyva! 👑

This sweet sphynx visited Wollaston recently for a dental procedure, after dental disease was diagnosed at her annual vaccination appointment. Her dental included full mouth radiographs, which revealed multiple resorptive lesions and surgical extraction of these teeth was required 😬

Resorptive lesions can be painful for cats and are often hard to diagnose in a conscious cat and without radiographs.

Be aware of signs of dental issues, which can include:

🦷Difficulty eating

🦷Drooling

🦷Pawing at the mouth

🦷Changes in behavior or appetite

And don’t forget, our nurses and vets are here to help! Chat to us today about keeping those pearly whites healthy and those kitty smiles bright! 😺

23/06/2024

Today is National “Take your dog to work day” 🤩

Cure your case of Mondayitis today by bringing your dog with you to work!

Our Allansford team has a new recruit at work! Our new receptionist Liana loves bringing her dog, Luna, along for a ride to work. Luna is never afraid of a hard day's work (lounging on the couch) 😉

We would love to see your dog's working hard (or hardly working) in the comments below ⬇️

22/06/2024

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Meet Bert! 😄

This cheeky snag has had a bit of a rough run a few weeks ago…

Bert presented to our Timboon clinic in almost critical condition on a recent Saturday morning. He was very cold, lethargic and dehydrated after some persistent vomiting.

After a thorough work up, Dr Izzy was suspicious of an intestinal foreign body and Bert was transported to our Wollaston clinic, for further diagnostics and emergency surgery 😨

Here, he was handed over to Dr Sophie who performed his surgery and found some incredibly inflamed intestines and a linear foreign body. Bert had eaten a thick piece of fabric from one of his chew toys🤦

His case was VERY serious and thanks to some great vet work between our clinics, and Bert’s incredibly diligent owners, we are so happy to report that he has recovered well post-surgery, and is nearly back to his normal cheeky self 😇👏

➡️FYI: (A linear foreign body occurs when the object gets lodged in the intestine, but part of it is able to dangle further into the GI tract. Due to natural movement of the gut, the tissue of the intestine ends up bunching along the foreign body and folding on itself, acting like a drawstring. This causes obstruction and can lead to perforation.)⬅️

21/06/2024

All of our winter hamper winners have now collected their goodies from each clinic! 👏

Congratulations Frankie, Honey & Boston 🤍

We love to see their happy faces, and we are sure their parents would be happy to make something of their mischief 😏

Thank-you to all that participated in our competition, it definitely will not be our last!

17/06/2024

We are excited to share this opportunity to raise money for a great cause thanks to one of our great supporters Alchemy on Morriss!

Mental health is so important, and it we are so grateful to be able to have a platform to raise awareness on the subject!

Especially when veterinary staff are up to 4x more at risk of dying by su***de than the general population!

Be sure to donate if you can, we know that mental health struggles do not discriminate 🖤

I'm raising money for a cause close to my heart and would love your support.

14/06/2024

Meet Odette 😍

Dr Chloe at our Portland clinic got to meet this little lady (and her lovely owner Britney) when she came into the clinic for her booster vaccination!

One of the best parts of the job is getting to meet and greet your gorgeous pets when they are just starting off their lives ❤

Call the team at our Portland clinic on 5523 4900 to book your small animal appointments today! Don’t worry, we love ALL pets at any age 😉

13/06/2024

PSA: Advocate has $30 off any 6 pack, for dogs or cats!!

Now is the time to stock up on Advocate and get your furry friends up to date on parasite prevention! Call into any of our smallies clinics to grab some today 🪱

While stocks last, so get in quick 👏

12/06/2024

Look out Warrnambool… Chappy has been getting out and about these last few weeks! 🤩

Dr Kim has been taking him home each weekend and giving him a welcome break from the hustle and bustle of the clinic.

Check out these happy snaps from his first vacay 💝

11/06/2024

🎓CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR MAY PUPPY SCHOOL GRADUATES! 🎓

Not only are they super cute, but they are also a super talented bunch! Their very dedicated owners should be very proud of their well-mannered pups 👏

Have you got a new furry friend in your family!?
Are you wanting to let them socialise, learn life skills & have fun in the process?

Our June classes (at Wollaston) commence on Thursday 13th of June - THIS WEEK! We do have limited availability. So please get in quick to secure a spot!

Call us on 5561 6911 for more information or to book in! 🐶

10/06/2024

Meet the latest crew of puppies, that came into our Timboon clinic for vaccinations & microchips recently 😍

These pups are Kelpie X Labradors and are too cute! There were enough puppies for our receptionists, nurses, students and their owners to hold! It’s appointments like this that make everyone's day a little brighter ❤️

Call our friendly Timboon team on 5558 6666, to book in any small animal appointments today!