Welgelegen Dierekliniek

Welgelegen Dierekliniek Our mission is to provide professional veterinary care with the highest standards

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Heidelberg Animal Clinic (016) 341 4410 / 076 821 1697

Boksburg Animal Clinic (011) 917 9978 / 082 891 5954

Mooifontein Dierehospitaal (011) 972 4123 / 082 891 5954

Kempton Veterinary Hospital (011) 391 1146 / 083 279 8146

Fourways Veterinary Clinic (011) 705 3411

For many years, routine neutering at a young age was widely recommended for most male dogs. Today, we understand that th...
08/09/2026

For many years, routine neutering at a young age was widely recommended for most male dogs. Today, we understand that the relationship between hormones, development, behaviour and long-term health is more complex.

Preventing unwanted litters remains an essential part of responsible pet ownership—but surgical castration is not the only option available.

Depending on the individual dog, a veterinarian may discuss:

🐾 Surgical castration
🐾 Chemical castration
🐾 Vasectomy

The most appropriate choice may depend on your dog’s breed, age, expected adult size, lifestyle, health and behaviour—as well as your family’s circumstances and future plans.

There is no single answer that suits every male dog. Speak to your veterinarian about making an informed, individualised decision.

📢 REMINDER : THE CLINIC IS CLOSING for the long weekend.Please note that Welgelegen Animal Clinic will be CLOSED from 11...
07/09/2026

📢 REMINDER : THE CLINIC IS CLOSING for the long weekend.

Please note that Welgelegen Animal Clinic will be CLOSED from 11h00 on Wednesday 23 September 2026.

We will be back and business as usual from Monday 28 September @ 8h00.

Please plan ahead and make sure you have any medication, pet food or supplies you may need before the closure.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. 🐾💙

HAPPY CAT MONTH!This September, we celebrate the wonderfully curious, independent and affectionate felines who fill our ...
06/09/2026

HAPPY CAT MONTH!

This September, we celebrate the wonderfully curious, independent and affectionate felines who fill our homes with love—and our clothes with fur!

Happy Cat Month is also a reminder that a happy cat needs more than cuddles. Help your cat thrive by providing:

🐾 Nutritious food and fresh water
🐾 Regular veterinary check-ups
🐾 Daily play and mental stimulation
🐾 Clean litter trays in quiet locations
🐾 Safe spaces to climb, hide and rest
🐾 Gentle interaction that respects their boundaries

Every cat has a unique personality. Take time this month to discover what makes your feline feel safe, content and truly loved.

Tell us: What is the one thing that always makes your cat happy?

THEN AND NOW PET CHALLENGE!Share your pet’s first photograph alongside a recent one.Whether they grew bigger, fluffier, ...
05/09/2026

THEN AND NOW PET CHALLENGE!

Share your pet’s first photograph alongside a recent one.

Whether they grew bigger, fluffier, wiser or simply more mischievous, we would love to see their transformation!

LOVE MEANS ACCEPTANCE, PATIENCE AND KINDNESSDogs are not born understanding the rules of our human world. They do not au...
04/09/2026

LOVE MEANS ACCEPTANCE, PATIENCE AND KINDNESS

Dogs are not born understanding the rules of our human world. They do not automatically know how to walk calmly on a lead, avoid jumping up, leave the rubbish bin alone, surrender treasured items or remain quiet when something excites them.

They need patient and compassionate guidance.

Loving your dog may mean:

• Walking during quieter times because busy places are overwhelming
• Accepting that your dog may not enjoy strangers or other dogs
• Adjusting your home to help your dog feel secure
• Managing the environment while teaching new skills
• Using force-free, positive reinforcement methods
• Accepting the dog you have—not expecting them to become the dog you imagined

Punishment, fear and painful training methods can damage trust. Kindness, consistency and good management help dogs learn while protecting the relationship.

Love your dog for who they are—and help them become the happiest, most confident version of themselves.

📢 IMPORTANT CLINIC NOTICEPlease note that Welgelegen Animal Clinic will be CLOSED from 11h00 on Wednesday 23 September 2...
03/09/2026

📢 IMPORTANT CLINIC NOTICE

Please note that Welgelegen Animal Clinic will be CLOSED from 11h00 on Wednesday 23 September 2026.

We will be back and business as usual from Monday 28 September @ 8h00.

Please plan ahead and make sure you have any medication, pet food or supplies you may need before the closure.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. 🐾💙

DOES YOUR DOG FEEL SAFE, HEARD AND RESPECTED?Trust and safety are the foundations of a healthy relationship with your do...
03/09/2026

DOES YOUR DOG FEEL SAFE, HEARD AND RESPECTED?

Trust and safety are the foundations of a healthy relationship with your dog. We build trust by being consistent, reliable and predictable—and by protecting our dogs when they feel overwhelmed or afraid.

Dogs also benefit from being given safe, appropriate choices. This could mean allowing them to:

• Stop and sniff during a walk
• Move away from an uncomfortable interaction
• Choose whether to greet another dog or person
• Select a comfortable place to sleep
• Show whether they are comfortable being touched

Dogs communicate through body language. Turning away, lip licking, yawning, freezing, lowering the body or trying to create distance may all tell us that a dog is uncomfortable.

When we pay attention and respond, we show our dogs that their communication matters.

BEFORE ASKING, “HOW DO I STOP THIS BEHAVIOUR?” ASK, “WHAT DOES MY DOG NEED?”Behaviour is often a form of communication. ...
02/09/2026

BEFORE ASKING, “HOW DO I STOP THIS BEHAVIOUR?” ASK, “WHAT DOES MY DOG NEED?”

Behaviour is often a form of communication. Barking, chewing, digging, restlessness or jumping may indicate that a dog has an unmet physical, emotional or behavioural need.

Meeting your dog’s needs may include:

• Suitable physical exercise
• Mental stimulation and enrichment
• Opportunities to sniff, explore and play
• Appropriate outlets for natural behaviour
• Quality time with the family
• Sufficient, undisturbed sleep
• Nutritious food and good veterinary care
• An environment managed to prevent problems

When we understand and address the reason behind a behaviour, many problems become easier to manage—and may even resolve naturally.

Love begins with curiosity, understanding and meeting the dog in front of us.

WHY IS LOVE ALONE NOT ENOUGH?Dogs are sentient beings with emotions, individual personalities and needs far greater than...
01/09/2026

WHY IS LOVE ALONE NOT ENOUGH?

Dogs are sentient beings with emotions, individual personalities and needs far greater than we may realise. They need our love—but love must be more than something we simply feel or say.

When it comes to our dogs, love is a verb. It is an ongoing commitment expressed through our actions.

Real love means investing time and attention in the relationship. It means being present, building trust and creating a secure bond. It is playing together, enjoying gentle interaction and making our dogs feel like valued members of the family.

Saying “I love my dog” is easy. Showing it consistently is what allows the relationship to grow and thrive.

🎄 DON'T SAY WE DIDN'T GIVE YOU ENOUGH NOTICE! 🎄Yes... we know its only September soon, but we're already getting into th...
31/08/2026

🎄 DON'T SAY WE DIDN'T GIVE YOU ENOUGH NOTICE! 🎄
Yes... we know its only September soon, but we're already getting into the holiday spirit!

Please make a note of our December holiday closure dates and plan ahead to ensure your pets have everything they need before we close.

📅 Closing: 19 December at 12:00
📅 Reopening: 4 January 2027

A little planning now will help ensure a happy, healthy, and stress-free holiday season for you and your furry family members.

Thank you for your continued support.

Address

30 Rhodes Avenue, Noycedale
Nigel
1491

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 11:00
15:00 - 17:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 11:00
15:00 - 17:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 11:00
15:00 - 17:30
Thursday 08:00 - 11:00
15:00 - 17:30
Friday 08:00 - 11:00
15:00 - 17:30
Saturday 09:00 - 12:00

Telephone

+27117302003

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