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Yeppoon Veterinary Surgery Friendly and Professional Veterinary Care for pet owners on the Capricorn Coast and surrounding areas

At Yeppoon Vet Surgery, we aim to provide a comprehensive, professional and compassionate veterinary service. Dr Fiona and her highly experienced team recognise the significance of your pets and the place they hold in your family. Our Veterinarians and Veterinary Nurses have special interest and expertise in dentistry, surgeries, animal behaviour, nutrition and more. Our animal health care team will offer education, advice and care to ensure your pet has the longest, happiest and healthiest life possible. Find out more about us by booking a hospital tour or bring your pet to meet our team at anytime.

🎃👻 PET HALLOWEEN COSTUME COMPETITION! 🐾🕷️Calling all spooky pets! 🐶🐱🧙‍♀️ We want to see your pets dressed up in their be...
30/10/2026

🎃👻 PET HALLOWEEN COSTUME COMPETITION! 🐾🕷️

Calling all spooky pets! 🐶🐱🧙‍♀️ We want to see your pets dressed up in their best Halloween costumes! Whether they’re cute, creepy, funny or downright spooky, we want to see them all! 🎃🦇

📸 HOW TO ENTER:
🐾 Post a photo of your pet in their Halloween costume in the comments below!
❤️ Get your friends and family to like your photo!

🏆 The pet photo with the most likes wins a prize! 🎁

Get creative, get spooky and let the Halloween cuteness begin! 👻🧡

🏆 Winner announced: Tuesday 3/11/26

We can’t wait to see all your spooky little superstars! 🎃🐾

🎃👻 Halloween Treats: Great for You, NOT for Your Pets! 🐾Halloween means lollies, chocolate and sweet treats everywhere —...
28/10/2026

🎃👻 Halloween Treats: Great for You, NOT for Your Pets! 🐾

Halloween means lollies, chocolate and sweet treats everywhere — but some of our favourite Halloween goodies can be dangerous for our pets. 🚨

🍫 Chocolate – Can be toxic to both dogs and cats. The darker the chocolate, the higher the risk.

🍬 Sugar-free lollies & gum – May contain xylitol, which can cause a rapid drop in blood sugar and potentially serious illness in dogs.

🍇 Raisins & sultanas – Even small amounts can cause serious kidney problems in dogs.

🍭 Lollies & wrappers – Even when they aren't toxic, they can cause choking or intestinal blockages if swallowed.

🎃 Pumpkin – Plain, cooked pumpkin can be safe for many pets, but keep the pumpkin spice, sweeteners and other additives away from them.

👻 Keep the treat bowl up high and out of reach!

If your pet manages to sneak into the Halloween stash, don't wait for symptoms to appear. Contact emergency services and promptly for advice.

🧡 Have a safe and spooky Halloween from all of us at the clinic! 🎃🐾

What would your pet choose if they could raid the Halloween lolly bowl? 👀

Santa Paws photos are back for 2026!Saturday 5th December, morning appointments available but spots usually fill quickly...
22/10/2026

Santa Paws photos are back for 2026!

Saturday 5th December, morning appointments available but spots usually fill quickly!
Photos by Pawtraits of Purrfection Pet Photography
Photos are $25 (cash on day), with proceeds going to our Wildlife Carers who tirelessly & lovingly look after our sick and injured wildlife.
Call us on 49398300 to book your spot!

🐱🎾 FELINE ENRICHMENT: KEEPING YOUR CAT HAPPY & ENTERTAINED! 🐾Did you know that indoor cats need more than just food, wat...
22/10/2026

🐱🎾 FELINE ENRICHMENT: KEEPING YOUR CAT HAPPY & ENTERTAINED! 🐾

Did you know that indoor cats need more than just food, water and a comfy place to nap? 😴 Cats are natural hunters, climbers and explorers, and providing enrichment helps keep their minds active and their bodies healthy! ❤️

🐾 HERE ARE SOME EASY WAYS TO ENRICH YOUR CAT'S LIFE:

🪶 Playtime: Use wand toys, feathers and toy mice to encourage their natural hunting instincts.

📦 Boxes & hiding spots: Never underestimate the power of an empty cardboard box! Cats love having safe places to hide, explore and relax.

🧗 Climbing opportunities: Cat trees, shelves and window perches allow your feline friend to climb, observe and feel secure.

🧩 Puzzle feeders: Make mealtimes more exciting by encouraging your cat to work for their food.

🌿 Sensory stimulation: Offer cat-safe grasses, catnip or silvervine, and let them safely watch the world go by from a window.

🔄 Rotate their toys: Keep things interesting by putting some toys away and introducing them again later.

🐈 Follow their instincts: Scratching posts, stalking games and opportunities to pounce help satisfy their natural behaviours.

💡 Remember: Enrichment doesn't have to be expensive! A cardboard box, a paper bag with the handles removed, or a few minutes of interactive play can make a big difference.

🐾 LET'S TALK CATS! What's your cat's favourite activity? Are they a professional box inspector, a midnight zoomie champion or a world-class napper? 😂 Tell us in the comments below! 👇❤️

As the weather warms up, snakes become more active, and our curious four-legged friends can sometimes find themselves a ...
20/10/2026

As the weather warms up, snakes become more active, and our curious four-legged friends can sometimes find themselves a little too close for comfort!

In Australia, snake bites can be life-threatening for both dogs and cats. Knowing what to look out for and acting quickly can make all the difference. ❤️

🚨 SIGNS OF A POSSIBLE SNAKE BITE INCLUDE:
🐾 Sudden weakness or collapse
🐾 Wobbliness, difficulty walking or paralysis
🐾 Vomiting or drooling
🐾 Trembling or muscle twitching
🐾 Difficulty breathing
🐾 Sudden lethargy or unusual behaviour

⚠️ WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU SUSPECT A SNAKE BITE?

🚗 Seek veterinary attention immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear or worsen.

❌ Do not try to catch or kill the snake.
❌ Do not cut the bite, suck out venom or apply a tourniquet.
🐶 Keep your pet as calm and still as possible, and carry them if you can do so safely.

🐍 Remember: You may not see the snake, and you may not find an obvious bite wound. If your pet has been near a snake or suddenly becomes unwell, treat it as an emergency.

📞 Call us immediately on 4939 8300 so we can prepare for your arrival.

Let's keep our furry family members safe this snake season! ❤️🐾

🎆🐾 PINEFEST FIREWORKS – KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE! 🐾🎆With the Yeppoon Pinefest fireworks scheduled for 7:30 pm it’s important ...
16/10/2026

🎆🐾 PINEFEST FIREWORKS – KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE! 🐾🎆

With the Yeppoon Pinefest fireworks scheduled for 7:30 pm it’s important to remember that while we might enjoy the colourful displays, the loud bangs can be frightening for our furry family members. ❤️🐶🐱

Here are a few simple ways to help keep your pets safe and settled:

🏡 Keep them indoors – Bring dogs and cats inside well before the fireworks begin, even if they usually spend time outdoors.

🚪 Secure your home – Check gates, fences, doors and windows. Frightened pets can bolt and run further than you might expect.

🛏️ Create a safe space – Set up a quiet, comfortable spot with their favourite bedding, toys and somewhere to hide.

📺 Mask the noise – Close windows and curtains, and turn on the TV or some music to help muffle the sound.

🐕 Walk dogs early – Exercise your dog before the fireworks start, and always keep them on a lead when outside.

🪪 Check their ID – Make sure microchip details are up to date and your pets are wearing identification tags, just in case they escape.

❤️ Stay calm and comfort them – Let your pets hide if they need to, offer reassurance and keep them company if possible.

Remember, even normally confident pets can become frightened by unexpected fireworks. A little preparation can make a big difference in keeping them safe!

From all of us at the clinic, we hope everyone has a wonderful and safe Pinefest weekend! 🎆🐾

🐶 PUPPY SCHOOL STARTS THIS WEEKEND! 🐾Have you got a new puppy at home? 🐕❤️Our next Puppy School program kicks off this w...
15/10/2026

🐶 PUPPY SCHOOL STARTS THIS WEEKEND! 🐾

Have you got a new puppy at home? 🐕❤️

Our next Puppy School program kicks off this weekend, and we still have spaces available!

Puppy school is a great way to help your little one build confidence, learn basic obedience, develop good manners and socialise in a positive, supportive environment. 🐾

From teeny tiny treasures to giant breed sweethearts, we love helping puppies get the best start in life! 🥰

📞 Call us on 4939 8300 to book your spot!

☀️🐾 HEATSTROKE: KNOW THE SIGNS & ACT FAST 🐾☀️As the weather warms up, our pets can be at serious risk of heatstroke. Unl...
14/10/2026

☀️🐾 HEATSTROKE: KNOW THE SIGNS & ACT FAST 🐾☀️

As the weather warms up, our pets can be at serious risk of heatstroke. Unlike us, dogs and cats have limited ways to cool themselves down, and heatstroke can become life-threatening very quickly.

🚨 SIGNS OF HEATSTROKE CAN INCLUDE:
🐶 Excessive or heavy panting
💧 Excessive drooling
😵 Weakness, wobbliness or collapse
🧠 Confusion or unusual behaviour
🤮 Vomiting or diarrhoea
❤️ Rapid heartbeat
🩸 Bright red or pale gums
⚠️ Seizures or loss of consciousness in severe cases

🌡️ WHAT TO DO:
If you think your pet may have heatstroke, treat it as an emergency and contact your vet immediately.

While arranging veterinary care:
💦 Move your pet somewhere cool and shaded.
❄️ Begin gentle cooling with cool/room-temperature water and airflow.
🚫 Avoid using ice-cold water or ice baths, which can interfere with effective cooling.
🚗 Call your vet while you're on the way so they can prepare for your arrival.

🐾 PREVENTION IS KEY!
✔️ Make sure fresh water is always available
✔️ Avoid exercise during the hottest parts of the day
✔️ Never leave your pet in a parked car — even with the windows open
✔️ Provide shade and good ventilation
✔️ Take extra care with flat-faced breeds, overweight pets, elderly animals and pets with underlying health conditions
✔️ Remember that hot pavement can burn paws too!

☀️ If it's too hot for you, it may be too hot for your pet.

Save this post for the warmer months and share it with another pet parent! ❤️🐾

12/10/2026

CLOSING TODAY AT 4:30PM

For team training and Staff Meeting.
For any urgent matters during this time, please call and follow the prompts. We will open tomorrow morning at 8:00am

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Puppy school!!! 🎉 🐕 How cute are these little puppy school graduates? They’ve learnt so much over the last few weeks and...
10/10/2026

Puppy school!!! 🎉 🐕

How cute are these little puppy school graduates? They’ve learnt so much over the last few weeks and we are incredibly proud of them and their humans.

We are now ready for our next intake and still have spots available, so please call the clinic on 4939 8300 if you want to join in on the fun with your little pooch! 🐶

Address

2/7 Industrial Avenue
Yeppoon, QLD
4703

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8am - 12:30pm

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