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30/10/2026

🎃👻 HAPPY HALLOWEEN! 🐾🕷️

While Halloween might be all about spooky costumes, witches and black cats, it can be a scary time for our furry friends too! 🐈‍⬛

🍫 Keep your pets safe this Halloween with a few simple tips:

🎃 Watch those treats! Keep chocolate, lollies and other Halloween goodies well out of paw's reach.

🚪 Watch the front door! Frequent trick-or-treaters mean lots of opening and closing doors, creating the perfect escape opportunity.

🐾 Create a safe space. Set your pets up in a quiet, secure room away from the front door, with their favourite toys, a comfy bed and fresh water.

🏷️ Check their ID! Make sure your pets are wearing their collars and identification tags, just in case they manage to make a sneaky escape.

☎️ Suspect they've eaten something they shouldn't? Contact your vet as soon as possible.

Let's make sure Halloween is full of treats, not tricks, for our four-legged family members! 🧡🐶🐱

Have a safe and happy Halloween from all of us at Eastwood Vets! 🎃🦇

https://www.eastwoodvet.com.au/Eastwood-Veterinary-Clinic/Blog/Halloween-and-Black-Cats

27/10/2026

🚨 TICK ALERT: Paralysis ticks can kill your pet. Prevention is your best defence. 🚨

Paralysis ticks are being found more commonly in Melbourne and with the changing weather we may start to find more cases locally / the risk may increase when taking our pets on holidays. These tiny parasites inject a deadly toxin that causes rapid muscle failure. It can escalate into a life-threatening emergency in just hours.

The issue is preventable! Protect your dog or cat with three simple steps:

• Give preventative treatment: Use vet-approved chews or spot-on treatments regularly year-round. If travelling to an area with high risk of ticks, we also recommend a tick collar.

• Do daily checks: Run your fingers right down to the skin, focusing on the head, around mouth, neck (under collars), and paws. (80% of ticks attach to the front half of the body!)

• Avoid Tall Grass: Stick to clear paths and keep your yard tidy.

⚠️ Emergency Signs: Wobbliness in the back legs, an altered bark/meow, coughing, or vomiting.

Found a tick or noticed symptoms? Call us immediately.
📞 Call us at 5331 1918 or pop into Eastwood Vets to get your pet protected today.

20/10/2026

🖤🤍 Seeing Spots? Meet Jemima! 🐾

Jemima popped in to see us for her vaccination and stole the show with her gorgeous spots! 🐶💉✨

Born white, covered in spots and full of personality, Dalmatians certainly know how to stand out from the crowd!

❤️ Fun fact: Dalmatian puppies are born almost completely white, with their famous spots appearing as they grow!

Give Jemima some love in the comments! 🖤🤍🐾

19/10/2026

🏆🐴 Eastwood Vets at SpringFest! 🐴🏆

Eastwood Vets was proud to sponsor the SpringFest Harness Racing Night last Thursday! 🎉

Dr Ruth had the honour of presenting the 1st place trophy for the Eastwood Vets Pace to Taylor Ford, driver of Riddlemethis. 🥇👏

Congratulations to Taylor and the team on a fantastic win! 🎊

📸 Photo courtesy of SpringFest Ballarat.

13/10/2026

🦷🐶🐱 Could your pet have hidden dental disease? 🐱🐶🦷

Dental disease is one of the most common health problems in our pets, and it can have a big impact on their comfort, health and quality of life. The tricky part? It’s not always easy to spot! 👀

Here are a few things you might not know about your pet’s dental health:

🐾 Small dogs are at higher risk! Did you know that around 80% of dogs weighing under 5kg have dental disease by just 2 years of age? 😲

🦷 A healthy-looking mouth can be deceiving! Dental disease in cats often hides beneath the gums, meaning the true extent of the problem may only be revealed on dental X-rays. Recently, Dr Tom performed a dental procedure on a cat whose mouth looked lovely on the surface. However, X-rays revealed severe dental disease, including tooth resorption, and the poor kitty needed 17 teeth removed! 😿

❤️ Pets often hide their pain. Dogs and cats will frequently continue eating even when they have very sore mouths. Just because your pet is still eating doesn't mean their teeth are healthy!

🚩 Signs to look out for:
🐾 Bad breath
🐾 Yellow or brown build-up on teeth
🐾 Red, swollen or bleeding gums
🐾 Difficulty chewing or dropping food
🐾 Changes in eating habits or behaviour

If you notice any of these signs, book your pet in for a dental check with one of our vets. 🩺

What happens during a dental procedure? 🦷✨

All dental procedures at our clinic are performed by a vet under general anaesthesia and include intravenous fluids, full-mouth dental X-rays, dental probing and cleaning, with extractions performed as needed.

Regular dental checks can help us detect hidden problems and keep your furry family members more comfortable and healthy. 🐶🐱💕

📞 Contact our clinic to book a dental health check for your pet!

12/10/2026

💙🐾 Monday Blues? Not when puppies come to visit! 🐾💙

Meet Walter 🖤🐾 Born on 27/06/2026, this gorgeous black Labrador came in for a weight check, and we're happy to report he's growing beautifully! 📈🐕

With a face like that, Walter is sure to brighten anyone's Monday! 😍💙

We can't wait to watch you grow. 🐾🖤

07/10/2026

It’s Veterinary Nurse & Technologist Awareness Week! 🐾✨

Behind every wagging tail, purring cat, and smooth recovery is a team of dedicated veterinary nurses working tirelessly behind the scenes. From monitoring anaesthesia and running lab tests to giving extra cuddles when pets need them most, our nurses do it all.
Please join us in giving a massive shoutout to our incredible nursing team!

Drop a 💛 or leave a thank-you note in the comments below for the nurses who have cared for your furry family members.

02/10/2026

💛 Meet Norman! 💛

Norman, our handsome Golden Retriever, came in for his monthly injection today. 🐶💉

Of course, even the bravest boys sometimes need a little extra reassurance — so Mum had to hold his paw! 🥹🐾

Norman is an absolute sweetheart and we just adore his visits. 💕 What a good boy! 🥰

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30/09/2026

🎉 WE NOW HAVE GAP PAY! 🎉

We’re excited to announce that Gap Pay is now available at our clinic! 🐾

If you have eligible pet insurance, Gap Pay means we can process your insurance claim at the time of your visit, so instead of paying the full amount upfront and waiting for your insurer to reimburse you, you may only need to pay the gap that isn’t covered by your policy.

💳 How it works:
1️⃣ We process your insurance claim at the clinic.
2️⃣ Your insurer assesses the claim.
3️⃣ The covered amount is paid directly to the clinic (subject to your insurer’s approval and policy).
4️⃣ You pay the remaining gap/excess and any non-covered costs.

📋 IMPORTANT: Don’t forget to update your insurance details with us before your next visit, including your current insurer and policy information.

Please remember that Gap Pay is subject to your individual policy, insurer approval and any applicable excesses or exclusions.

26/09/2026

🐱 Is your cat at risk of FIV? 🐱

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) is a serious viral disease that weakens a cat's immune system, making them more vulnerable to infections and illness.

🦷 How do cats get FIV?
The most common way is through bite wounds from an infected cat. Cats that spend time outdoors are at the greatest risk, even if they only go outside to toilet. If there are stray or feral cats in your area, the risk can be even higher.

🏡 How can I protect my cat?
Keeping your cat indoors or in a secure cat enclosure is the best way to prevent FIV. For cats that have any outdoor access, an FIV vaccination is available to help protect them.

💉 FIV Vaccination Schedule
• 3 initial vaccinations
• Annual booster vaccinations to maintain protection

🌼 Spring FIV Vaccination Special! 🌼

We are offering discounted FIV vaccination courses for:
✅ Cats receiving their first FIV vaccination course
✅ Previously vaccinated cats whose FIV vaccinations have lapsed and need to restart the course

📞 To book an appointment or find out more, please contact our friendly team on 5331 1918.

Terms and conditions apply. Some cats may require blood testing prior to vaccination.

Address

81 Mair Street East
Ballarat, VIC
3350

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 1:30pm

Telephone

+61353311918

Website

http://www.eastwoodvet.com.au/

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