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Eureka Veterinary Clinic

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The community’s first choice for high quality, compassionate and personalised veterinary care. Interested in joining our team?

For an insight into what it’s like to work with us, visit www.vetlifeinballarat.com.au At Eureka Veterinary Clinic, we understand that pets are part of the family. We treat your pets like they are own and thus deliver exceptional comprehensive veterinary care so that all of our pets live a healthy and happy life.

25/09/2025

Did you guess right? 🐶

Maggie, the beautiful Weimaraner mama from earlier this week, delivered 11 healthy puppies via Caesarian — 6 girls and 5 boys.

We loved seeing your guesses on the X-ray post.

C-sections are sometimes the safest option for both mum and pups, especially with larger litters. We're so glad Maggie’s birth went smoothly and that she’s now surrounded by her perfect little pack 🐾

23/09/2025

Public holiday this Friday? Time to check your pet’s meds 🎒🐾

Willow takes daily medication to help manage her anxiety. It keeps her calm, settled, and able to enjoy her day — even when things get unpredictable. With the clinic closed this Friday for the Grand Final public holiday, we’re making sure she has everything she needs.

If your pet relies on medication, prescription food, or parasite prevention 💊, now’s the time to check your supplies 🛒

📍 Pick-up before close of day Thursday
✅ Just call us to organise refills:

📞 Eureka Vets: (03) 5333 5959

Let’s keep pets like Willow feeling calm and cared for all weekend long 🌼💚

🔴 We’re still available for emergencies over the public holiday — just call the clinic if you require urgent care.

22/09/2025

How many pups can you spot in this X-ray? 🩻

Swipe your vet goggles on — it’s time to test your puppy-spotting skills 🐾
This is the X-ray of Maggie, a beautiful Weimaraner who came into the clinic last night for a Caesarean. Look closely... those tiny spines and skulls belong to her soon-to-be puppies!

👉 Can you guess how many puppies she was carrying?
💡 Hint: Counting the tiny skulls might be the easiest way to get close...

Drop your number in the comments and stay tuned — we’ll reveal the answer (with photos!) in a few days 💜

17/09/2025

🐾 Why is my dog limping?
It could be patella luxation — a common knee issue in small dogs.

This graphic shows what’s going on:
🔹 Left: A healthy knee, where the kneecap (patella) sits neatly in its groove
🔹 Right: A luxated patella, where the kneecap has slipped out of place

When the kneecap isn’t where it should be, your dog may:

- Limp or skip steps
- Hold up one leg
- Show signs of pain or discomfort
- Struggle with stability while walking

At Eureka Vets, we can help. From gentle therapies to surgical options, we tailor treatment to keep your pet moving comfortably.

Not sure if this could be the cause of your dog's limp?
Give us a call or book a consult — early diagnosis makes a big difference.

15/09/2025

📞 Eureka Vets, Wombat speaking… how can I direct your call?

Today’s receptionist duties are proudly brought to you by Wombat the Frenchie — customer service extraordinaire in training, under the expert supervision of our very own Angie. 🐾

He may not know how to transfer your call, but he will offer emotional support, intense eye contact, and a touch of drool with every appointment booking.

Let’s just say... we’re lucky he’s cute 😅

12/09/2025

🐾 Would you know what to do in a pet emergency?🐾
Join our First Aid for Pet Owners course and learn vital skills to help keep your furry friends safe.

📍 Wendouree Vet Clinic
📅 Thursday, 25th September 2025
🕖 7:00 pm start
💰 $80 (includes a FREE pet first aid kit)

✔️ Taught by qualified veterinary nurses
✔️ Designed for both dog & cat owners
✔️ Small group – max 10 people
✔️ Certificate of completion

📞 Call us on 5339 2266 to book your spot — spaces are limited!

11/09/2025

💛 A conversation could change a life. 💛

For R U OK? Day 2025, our team at Eureka Veterinary Hospital took a moment to connect — over cupcakes, conversations, and care.

With the help of some thoughtful treats from The Little Cupcake Ballarat, we made space to check in, listen, and support one another. Because in veterinary teams, looking after each other is just as important as looking after our patients.

We know the job can be challenging. That’s why it’s always the right time to ask, R U OK?

Let’s make mental wellbeing part of the everyday. 💬🧁

👉 Who’s someone you can check in with today?

Little Cupcake R U OK?

05/08/2025

🔔 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 – 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟲 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁

📢 Please be aware there will be temporary changes to our usual opening hours on Wednesday 6 August while our team attends important training.

Our team remains committed to assisting with your pet’s needs, with all calls during training times redirected to one of our nearby clinics.

📍 Eureka Veterinary Hospital
🕐 Closed 1:00pm – 5:30pm
Calls will be diverted to Ballarat Veterinary Practice – Sturt Street to ensure continued care.

In the event of an emergency at this time, please head to Ballarat Veterinary Practice at 1410 Sturt Street, Ballarat PH 5331 1533

🙏 We appreciate your understanding as we invest in training to ensure we continue providing the best possible care for your pets. 🐾

02/07/2025

🩺 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗗𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗿 – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿, 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗸𝗮 & 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲

Please join us in congratulating Dr Hope Maher on her appointment to the Partnership and Board, effective 1 July 2025.

Hope has been a calm, steady and thoughtful presence at Eureka Veterinary Clinic since 2015. She is widely respected for her clinical expertise and her dedication to mentoring the next generation of veterinarians.

From July, Hope will begin transitioning into a leadership role at Lucas Veterinary Clinic, where her presence will support the clinic’s continued growth and help shape its future in Ballarat’s expanding western corridor.

This appointment marks a well-deserved professional milestone and we couldn’t be more pleased to see Hope take this next step.

Warm wishes to Hope and her family as they share in this exciting new chapter.

👏 Congratulations, Hope — we’re thrilled to welcome you to the Partnership!

📸 Dr Hope Maher BVSc – Partner, Eureka & Ballarat Veterinary Practice

19/06/2025

🚽🐱💧𝗙𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗗: 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀, 𝗖𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗜𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀

Is your cat straining to urinate, visiting the litter box often, or crying out in pain when toileting?

These could be signs of Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD)—a common but serious condition affecting the bladder and urethra.

Watch for blood in the urine, licking around the ge****ls, or accidents outside the litter box. 🚨🩸

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗙𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗗?
Stress, dehydration, bladder stones, urinary crystals, infections, or even blockages can all play a role. Male cats are especially at risk for dangerous blockages. 🧊🪨😿

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱?
Your vet may run urine tests, bloodwork, and X-rays or ultrasounds to find the cause and check for blockages. 🩺🔬

𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁:
Treatment depends on the cause, but may include special diets, increased water intake, medications, or—if blocked—emergency care to save your cat’s life. Early intervention is key! 💊💧🍲

🚑🐾FLUTD can become life-threatening fast!

If you notice any urinary problems, contact the
Clinic immediately on 5333 5959.

13/06/2025

𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗚𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀: 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀, 𝗖𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 😺🦷✨

Did you know dental disease is one of the most common health issues in cats? Gingivitis — swelling and redness where the gums meet the teeth — can cause pain, drooling, bad breath, and may even lead your cat to stop eating. You might notice signs like head tilting while eating, a preference for soft food, or bleeding gums.

🦠🧬 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁?
Plaque build-up is the main culprit, but viruses (such as FIV or calicivirus), kidney disease, diabetes, or immune issues can also contribute.

🩺📋 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱?
The clinical signs — gum swelling, redness, and bleeding — are often quite obvious on oral examination. Dental radiographs are essential to assess the part of the tooth that lies below the gumline.

🧼🪥💊 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁:
The good news? Most cases are reversible! Treatment may involve professional dental cleaning, at-home tooth brushing, antibiotics, or in severe cases, tooth removal. Managing any underlying disease is also key to maintaining long-term health.

Keep your cat’s smile healthy — book regular check-ups and chat to us about dental care today!

☎️ 5333 5959

10/06/2025

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝘂𝗳𝗳? 𝗬𝗲𝘀, 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗔 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴!

🐾 Noticed flaky skin that seems to move? Your pet could have Cheyletiella — a surface-dwelling mite found on dogs, cats and rabbits.

Also known as “walking dandruff”, these mites can cause:

✔️ Flaky skin, especially over the back
✔️ Mild to moderate itching
✔️ Hair thinning or patchy fur loss
✔️ Itchy rashes in humans (they’re zoonotic!)

😱 Imagine having tiny mites crawling around on your scalp!

🧴 Treatment is straightforward, but all dogs, cats and rabbits in the household must be treated. A thorough clean of the pet’s environment is also essential to prevent re-infestation.

📞 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝘆 𝗽𝗲𝘁?
𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟱𝟯𝟯𝟯 𝟱𝟵𝟱𝟵

📸 Cheyletiella are approx 0.4 mm in size; easily visible under a microscope, but large enough to be seen as moving “flakes” with good eyesight.

Address

121 Creswick Road
Ballarat, VIC
3350

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 6pm
Thursday	8:30am - 6pm
Friday	8:30am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61353335959

Website

http://www.eurekavet.com.au/, http://www.vetlifeinballarat.com.au/

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