MediVet Hillcrest

MediVet Hillcrest MediVet Hillcrest is a new, modern veterinary clinic servicing all Upper Highway Small Animals.

Our two highly experienced, compassionate veterinary surgeons provide a loving, fear free experience for patients who visit the clinic.

What a wonderful surprise from Kala's mum and dad following her care at MediVet. 💙🐾Our team certainly has a soft spot fo...
14/06/2026

What a wonderful surprise from Kala's mum and dad following her care at MediVet. 💙🐾

Our team certainly has a soft spot for treats, and this generous gift was very much appreciated and enjoyed by everyone! 🍫☕🍪

Thank you, too, for the beautiful card. The kind words inside mean more to us than you could ever know. Veterinary medicine can be emotionally challenging, and gestures like these remind us why we do what we do.

Kala has shown extraordinary resilience and bravery throughout her journey. She captured all of our hearts, and her photograph will be placed in a frame and kept safe at the practice as a reminder of one very special little patient and the incredible spirit she showed.

Thank you

Oh, to be young and bendy! 😂🐾When our vets and nurses gather to discuss in-patients and the plan for the day, you can gu...
13/06/2026

Oh, to be young and bendy! 😂🐾

When our vets and nurses gather to discuss in-patients and the plan for the day, you can guarantee that these two amazing nurses will somehow end up twisting themselves into the most unimaginable positions.

Somewhere along the line, the now-famous "Brenna and Lianca stance" was born. Exactly why standing normally is no longer an option remains a mystery! 🤸‍♀️

In a moment of bravery (or perhaps questionable judgement), we even convinced Deana to give it a try... and she absolutely nailed it! 👏

Meanwhile, Lauren and Kath watched on from a safe distance and unanimously agreed that this particular level of flexibility was well beyond their capabilities. Some things are best left to the professionals. 😅

Who says veterinary medicine isn't glamorous? Between the patient rounds, serious medical discussions and acrobatic displays in the treatment area, there's never a dull moment at MediVet.

We may not all be bendy, but we are very lucky to work alongside a team that can make each other laugh, even on the busiest of days. 💙

There are a handful of patients who truly leave footprints on our hearts. ❤️🐾Harper, a beautiful Springer Spaniel, has s...
12/06/2026

There are a handful of patients who truly leave footprints on our hearts. ❤️🐾

Harper, a beautiful Springer Spaniel, has spent the last six years teaching Kath that trust cannot be rushed. After years of patience, gentle handling and allowing Harper to set the pace, she has finally decided that Kath is worthy of fusses and cuddles.

And then there's Chloe.

Chloe met Kath shortly after MediVet first opened. Back then, she wanted absolutely nothing to do with her. A vaccination appointment could take a good thirty minutes of quiet coaxing, patience and understanding. Every little step forward was celebrated.

But just look at this girl now.

Tummy tickles and all. 🥹

Kath even managed to get down on the floor to rub that tummy – something that once seemed impossible. Chloe now seeks out affection instead of avoiding it, and the transformation has been nothing short of incredible.

THIS... this is what makes a gentle, fear-free approach to veterinary care so special.
It's not about getting the job done as quickly as possible. It's about listening to what our patients are telling us, respecting their fears, building trust one visit at a time, and creating an experience where they feel safe.

Because sometimes the greatest victories aren't the surgeries we perform or the illnesses we treat.

Sometimes, the greatest victory is a dog rolling over and saying, "I trust you enough to tickle my tummy." 💕

We had the absolute pleasure of seeing this beautiful, gorgeous, energetic (and just a little bit crazy!) pair of Weimar...
11/06/2026

We had the absolute pleasure of seeing this beautiful, gorgeous, energetic (and just a little bit crazy!) pair of Weimaraner pups for their final puppy vaccinations. 🩶🐾

Weimaraners are renowned for their intelligence, athleticism and boundless energy. Originally bred as hunting dogs, they thrive when they have plenty of exercise, mental stimulation and, most importantly, an active family to share life's adventures with. They are incredibly loyal, affectionate companions who like to be involved in absolutely everything their humans do.

This gorgeous brother-and-sister duo, Silver and Jagger, have a wonderful future ahead of them. Their mum and dad have exciting plans to include them in many outdoor adventures, and because of that, they chose to vaccinate them against leptospirosis as well.

Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that can affect both dogs and people. It is spread through the urine of infected animals, particularly rodents, and dogs can become infected through contaminated water, mud or soil. Adventurous dogs who enjoy hiking, swimming, camping and exploring the great outdoors may have a higher risk of exposure. The disease can cause serious illness affecting the kidneys and liver, but vaccination provides valuable protection.

Congratulations, Silver and Jagger, on graduating from your puppy vaccination course! We can't wait to watch you grow and follow all of your exciting adventures. Just don't grow up too quickly... and maybe give your mum and dad the occasional quiet day! 🤍

How cute is little Polly? 🥹🐾This tiny girl came to see us after developing a rather unpleasant runny tummy. Fortunately,...
10/06/2026

How cute is little Polly? 🥹🐾

This tiny girl came to see us after developing a rather unpleasant runny tummy. Fortunately, her Parvo test was negative, which was a huge relief. After chatting to her family and examining her, we suspected that her upset tummy was the result of a sudden change in diet.

Her mum and dad had bought her an excellent quality food, but we suspect Polly may not have been raised on the greatest diet before joining her new family. Even positive changes can sometimes upset a puppy's sensitive tummy when introduced too quickly.

Polly went home with some medication and a special diet to help settle everything down, and we were absolutely delighted to hear later that evening that she had started eating and drinking again. 💕

Needless to say, there were two very smitten receptionists at MediVet who may have been just a little bit in love with this adorable little patient. We have a feeling Polly is going to have plenty of fans every time she walks through our doors! 🐶❤️

Please join us in giving a very warm MediVet welcome to Dr Jess, who will be our locum veterinarian for the next six wee...
09/06/2026

Please join us in giving a very warm MediVet welcome to Dr Jess, who will be our locum veterinarian for the next six weeks. 🐾

Dr Jess brings with her a wealth of experience, along with the gentle, compassionate approach that our patients and clients value so highly. She will be looking after all of Kath's patients while Kath is away, and we know they will be in the very best hands.

Many of you already know that Kath is having major surgery on Wednesday to finally get her troublesome knee sorted out. She has been given very strict instructions to rest and allow it to heal properly (something she may not find easy!).

The goal is to get her back to doing what she loves most – providing fear-free care, sitting on the floor with her beloved patients, handing out treats, cuddles and reassurance.

We know you'll join us in wishing Kath a smooth surgery and speedy recovery, and in extending a big MediVet welcome to Dr Jess as she becomes part of our team for the next few weeks. 💙🐶🐱

We'll see Kath back where she belongs before we know it!

Odin was recently diagnosed with diabetes after his family noticed that although he was eating like a horse, he was stea...
08/06/2026

Odin was recently diagnosed with diabetes after his family noticed that although he was eating like a horse, he was steadily losing weight. Diabetes mellitus, often called "sugar diabetes", occurs when the body cannot use glucose properly because there is not enough insulin, causing sugar to build up in the bloodstream instead of providing energy to the body's cells.

He came in for his two-week check-up after starting insulin treatment, and we're pleased to say he has been feeling so much better. Perhaps a little too much better...

Feeling full of energy again, Odin had been chasing monkeys and returned home refusing to put weight on one of his front legs. After examining him, we decided that X-rays were needed. And there it was - a dislocated toe! Silly boy.

For now, Odin is going home with pain relief, strict rest, a slight adjustment to his insulin dose, and a recheck in two weeks' time.

This photo is of Odin waiting ever so patiently while we prepared the X-ray machine and computers for his radiographs. Even with a sore toe, he remained the very best patient. ❤️🐾

Felix would like everyone to know that he is on duty for Saturday Surgery today and has a very busy schedule ahead of hi...
06/06/2026

Felix would like everyone to know that he is on duty for Saturday Surgery today and has a very busy schedule ahead of him! 🐾

Joining him today are Kath, Brenna, Colleen and Cyprian.

Before consultations begin, Felix will accompany Kath on his usual perimeter walk around the gardens and to complete his morning ablutions. On his return, a generous serving of Hill's c/d Stress biscuits will be enthusiastically demolished before the real work begins.

His next task will be keeping Colleen on her toes by attempting, several times, to push open the front gate and patrol the front of the practice—an activity he knows perfectly well is not allowed but continues to test whenever the opportunity arises!

After that, Felix will take up his position in the pharmacy on top of his tower, where he and Brenna will carefully supervise the dispensing of medications and ensure everything is running smoothly.

Between cat naps, he will check in on Cyprian, stroll through the prep room and kennels, and make sure all our patients are receiving the very best care.

We suspect he'll also find time for a few cuddles and plenty of admiration along the way.

Felix and the team look forward to welcoming you to MediVet Saturday Surgery today. ❤️🐱

🚨 Colleen’s Puppy Club starts NEXT WEEK 10 June— call to register! 🐶✨Join Colleen for a 6-week course packed with fun, s...
05/06/2026

🚨 Colleen’s Puppy Club starts NEXT WEEK 10 June— call to register! 🐶✨

Join Colleen for a 6-week course packed with fun, socialisation, training tips, and confidence-building in our beautiful MediVet clinic gardens, every Wednesday from 4–5pm.

Why we recommend Puppy Club:
🐾 Builds confidence in new environments
🐾 Teaches calm behaviour around other dogs and people
🐾 Helps prevent future behavioural problems
🐾 Supports gentle, fear-free vet handling
🐾 Gives owners expert support during the trickiest stage of puppyhood
🐾 And… it’s loads of fun!

The habits puppies learn now shape the dogs they become — this is one of the best investments you can make in your puppy’s future.

📞 Call reception to secure your place: 031 100 0002

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Little Missy is just over 6 weeks old and isn't she absolutely adorable? ❤️ Just look at those whiskers and that preciou...
05/06/2026

Little Missy is just over 6 weeks old and isn't she absolutely adorable? ❤️ Just look at those whiskers and that precious little chin!

Missy recently came to see us after developing coccidiosis, a common intestinal parasite infection often seen in kittens. Coccidia live in the intestines and can cause diarrhoea, tummy discomfort, dehydration and poor growth, particularly in very young kittens whose immune systems are still developing.

The good news is that Missy is feeling much better and is growing into a happy, playful little kitten. However, a follow-up test showed that she is still carrying the parasite, so she has started another round of treatment to make sure the infection is completely cleared.

We think you'll agree that patients don't get much cuter than this little pumpkin! 🥰🐾

Address

1 Highland Road
Hillcrest
3610

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 18:00
Thursday 08:00 - 18:00
Friday 08:00 - 18:00
Saturday 09:00 - 12:00

Telephone

+27311000002

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