Heartlands Veterinary Hospitals

28/05/2026

🐶 When can I take my puppy out in public?
Puppies are curious and eager to explore, but it’s important to balance socialisation with health protection. Most vets recommend not putting your puppy on the ground in public places until they’ve had their full vaccination course, usually around 16 weeks of age (after their final puppy vaccine).
Before that time, puppies can still safely socialise! You can:
• Carry them in your arms 🐾
• Use a pram or carrier
• Invite vaccinated dogs to your home
• Expose them to different sights, sounds, and people
Public places such as parks, footpaths and pet-store floors can carry parvovirus (parvo). Parvo is a highly contagious and potentially life-threatening virus that affects unvaccinated puppies. It attacks the gastrointestinal system, causing severe vomiting, diarrhoea, dehydration and can sadly be fatal even with treatment.
✔️ Rule of thumb: Wait until 1–2 weeks after the final vaccination before letting your puppy walk on the ground in public spaces.
If you’re unsure, always check with your vet, as vaccination schedules can vary.
Healthy puppy + safe socialisation = the best start to life! 🐕✨

19/05/2026

🐾 Meet Tom🐾
At 10 years old, he had been struggling with painful dental disease—until treatment left him with just one tooth. But here’s the twist… Tom is thriving!
Since his surgery, he’s caught nearly a dozen mice (way more than before!), is climbing trees again, and happily chomping down his meals—even biscuits. Most importantly, he’s brighter, more active, and clearly loving life—and his family is enjoying more sleep now that he’s happier and more settled 💛
Tom’s story is a great reminder: while we all hope for a full set of healthy teeth, sometimes removing painful ones is the best way to restore our pets’ comfort and happiness. And as Tom proves, they don’t miss them one bit.
Here’s to all our “gummy bear” patients living their best, pain-free lives!

17/05/2026

13/05/2026

Douglas the cutie came in to Heartlands Vet a couple of weeks ago and our new Veterinary Nurse Gabby couldn’t resist sneaking in a few extra cuddles. Who wouldn’t want to smoosh that adorable face!

Drop a pic of your favourite cutie below!

04/05/2026

🐴🦷 Did you know that Heartlands Vet offers Professional Equine Dentistry with Dr Paige throughout the Avon Valley and Wheatbelt? 🦷🐴
We’re excited to be offering equine dentistry appointments with the highly experienced Dr Paige, helping keep your horse comfortable, healthy, and performing at their best.
✨ Benefits of regular equine dentistry:
• Improved chewing and digestion
• Better condition and weight maintenance
• Increased comfort in the bridle and under saddle
• Prevention of painful sharp points and hooks
• Early detection of dental problems
Routine dental care is one of the most important investments you can make in your horse’s health and performance.
Limited appointments available and bookings are now open. Please call Heartlands Vet on 9641 1383 to secure your horse’s spot with Dr Paige today.

26/04/2026

Today we celebrate World Veterinary Day 🐾
To the incredibly talented team of veterinarians, nurses and animal attendants at Heartlands Hospital, THANKYOU. Thankyou for your compassion, skill, and dedication, which make all the difference in the lives of our patients and the people who love them every single day.
We appreciate you for:
• The long hours and late nights you give so selflessly
• The gentle care you show to every animal, big or small
• The comfort and reassurance you provide to worried pet owners
• Your expertise, teamwork, and commitment to excellence
• The emotional strength you bring to both joyful and difficult moments
• Your willingness to keep learning and growing in your field
• The kindness, patience, and empathy you always show our patients and pet owners
You are the heart of our hospital, and we are so grateful to have such an amazing team.
Happy World Veterinary Day 💙