Walmer Veterinary Hospital

06/08/2026

29/06/2026

After much thought and careful consideration, I have decided to resign as the administrator of the Walmer Veterinary Hospital page, with immediate effect.
I would like to sincerely thank everyone for your incredible support, participation, and enthusiasm in helping keep the page alive, engaging, and exciting. It has been wonderful sharing ideas, connecting with everyone, and being part of this community.
A special thank you to the doctors and all the staff at Walmer Vet for giving me this opportunity and for allowing me to be part of the journey. I truly appreciate the trust and support.
However, it is time for me to hang up my hat and step away. I leave with gratitude and wish Walmer Vet, the team, and all the wonderful clients and patients nothing but the very best for the future.
Thank you once again for everything 🙏
Marizanne Kemp

29/06/2026

Cute Caspian was dropped off at the shelter as his owner did not have time for him due to working long hours ... now he sits sad and lonely in a kennel with very little to look forward to 😢
This beautiful boy is social with other dogs but would prefer a female companion.
Caspian has lived with children.
To , please contact Kathryn at [email protected]
Tel. 041-3661660
id 875-D
🏡
Port Elizabeth 🐾

26/06/2026

25/06/2026

Is your puppy "biting" you when playing ... :
First — this is very normal puppy behaviour. She is not being “naughty” or trying to hurt you. Puppies explore the world with their mouths, play with their littermates by biting, and they are also going through a stage where they are learning bite inhibition (how much pressure is acceptable). The tricky part is that those tiny needle teeth feel like they belong to a miniature shark. 😊
The kindest way is not to punish her, but to teach her what works instead.
1. Teach “teeth on skin = game stops”
When she bites you:
Make a calm “ouch” or “too bad” sound (don’t scream — some puppies find the excitement fun).
Immediately stop interacting.
Remove your hands and turn away for a few seconds.
When she is calm, continue playing.
The message is: “Biting makes my favourite person disappear. Gentle play keeps the fun going.”
2. Redirect her onto something she is allowed to bite
Have a toy nearby whenever you play:
tug toy
soft toy
chew toy
puppy-safe teething toy
If she goes for your hands, calmly put the toy in front of her: “Here, bite this.”
You are not saying “don’t bite” — you are saying “this is the correct thing to bite.”
3. Avoid encouraging hand wrestling
It is very tempting to wiggle fingers, play rough with hands, or let them chew on you because they are tiny and cute. Unfortunately, puppies don’t understand: “Hands are okay sometimes, but not when I’m excited.”
Consistency is what makes learning easy.
4. Reward the behaviour you want
Catch her being good:
licking instead of biting
sitting calmly
playing gently
A little “good girl” and a cuddle at the right moment teaches her that calm behaviour gets attention too.
5. Remember puppies get “land shark” moments when tired
A puppy that is overtired often becomes a little furry crocodile. At 13 weeks, many puppies still need a lot of sleep (often around 16–20 hours a day). If the biting suddenly becomes wild and frantic, she may need a nap rather than more play.
6. Don’t use physical corrections
Avoid holding her mouth shut, tapping her nose, pushing her away roughly, or scolding harshly. These can confuse her and may make her worried about hands near her face. The goal is for her to learn: “Human hands are wonderful, safe things.”
You are not trying to stop a puppy from being a puppy — you are teaching her how to live politely with humans. ❤️
One little tip: those razor teeth usually start improving as the adult teeth come in, but the habits you teach now are what will stay.

24/06/2026

KITTY WEDNESDAY :
🧡 Meet Ringo ( ) 🧡
With his soulful eyes, sweet nature, and gentle heart, Ringo is hoping his forever family is just around the corner.
At 1 year old, this handsome ginger boy has so much love to give and would make the perfect companion for someone looking for a loyal feline friend.
Could you be the one to give Ringo the happy ending he deserves? 🐾
To meet Ringo :
🐾 𝙋𝙝𝙤𝙣𝙚 041 366 1660 or email 𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙨@𝙖𝙬𝙨𝙥𝙚.𝙘𝙤.𝙯𝙖 to make an appointment
🐾 All existing pets need to be sterilised.
🐾 ADOPTion fee & home check apply.
🏡

23/06/2026

Did you know ...
The title of "strongest kick" goes to the Zebra and a very close second, the giraffe ... ?
Both are easily capable of shattering a lion's jaw or killing an adult predator outright.

22/06/2026

This sweet girl was found in an industrial area and rescued after many weeks of trying to gain her trust.
She was thin and neglected. She had lost trust in humans.
At the shelter she flourished and now shares her kennel with a female and male friend.
Mia-June is a medium sized 2 year old.
To find out how you can , please contact Kathryn at [email protected]
Tel. 041-3661660
id 236-G
🏡
Port Elizabeth

21/06/2026

Happy Father’s Day to every father figure out there. Whether you have two legs, four legs, feathers, fur, hooves or a very questionable amount of drool — thank you for being the heroes of your families.
And to all the amazing mothers who have had to pull double duty and be both mom and dad — today we celebrate you too.