Welgelegen Dierekliniek

Welgelegen Dierekliniek Our mission is to provide professional veterinary care with the highest standards

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Heidelberg Animal Clinic (016) 341 4410 / 076 821 1697

Boksburg Animal Clinic (011) 917 9978 / 082 891 5954

Mooifontein Dierehospitaal (011) 972 4123 / 082 891 5954

Kempton Veterinary Hospital (011) 391 1146 / 083 279 8146

Fourways Veterinary Clinic (011) 705 3411

BEFORE ASKING, “HOW DO I STOP THIS BEHAVIOUR?” ASK, “WHAT DOES MY DOG NEED?”Behaviour is often a form of communication. ...
02/09/2026

BEFORE ASKING, “HOW DO I STOP THIS BEHAVIOUR?” ASK, “WHAT DOES MY DOG NEED?”

Behaviour is often a form of communication. Barking, chewing, digging, restlessness or jumping may indicate that a dog has an unmet physical, emotional or behavioural need.

Meeting your dog’s needs may include:

• Suitable physical exercise
• Mental stimulation and enrichment
• Opportunities to sniff, explore and play
• Appropriate outlets for natural behaviour
• Quality time with the family
• Sufficient, undisturbed sleep
• Nutritious food and good veterinary care
• An environment managed to prevent problems

When we understand and address the reason behind a behaviour, many problems become easier to manage—and may even resolve naturally.

Love begins with curiosity, understanding and meeting the dog in front of us.

WHY IS LOVE ALONE NOT ENOUGH?Dogs are sentient beings with emotions, individual personalities and needs far greater than...
01/09/2026

WHY IS LOVE ALONE NOT ENOUGH?

Dogs are sentient beings with emotions, individual personalities and needs far greater than we may realise. They need our love—but love must be more than something we simply feel or say.

When it comes to our dogs, love is a verb. It is an ongoing commitment expressed through our actions.

Real love means investing time and attention in the relationship. It means being present, building trust and creating a secure bond. It is playing together, enjoying gentle interaction and making our dogs feel like valued members of the family.

Saying “I love my dog” is easy. Showing it consistently is what allows the relationship to grow and thrive.

🎄 DON'T SAY WE DIDN'T GIVE YOU ENOUGH NOTICE! 🎄Yes... we know its only September soon, but we're already getting into th...
31/08/2026

🎄 DON'T SAY WE DIDN'T GIVE YOU ENOUGH NOTICE! 🎄
Yes... we know its only September soon, but we're already getting into the holiday spirit!

Please make a note of our December holiday closure dates and plan ahead to ensure your pets have everything they need before we close.

📅 Closing: 19 December at 12:00
📅 Reopening: 4 January 2027

A little planning now will help ensure a happy, healthy, and stress-free holiday season for you and your furry family members.

Thank you for your continued support.

ur pets cannot tell us when something feels wrong, so they rely on us to notice the quiet changes—a loss of appetite, un...
30/08/2026

ur pets cannot tell us when something feels wrong, so they rely on us to notice the quiet changes—a loss of appetite, unusual behaviour, reduced energy or simply that feeling that they are not quite themselves.

Trust your instincts. Seeking veterinary advice early can lead to faster treatment, better outcomes and more precious time together.

Because responsible pet ownership is more than providing food and affection. It means paying attention, taking action and being their voice when they need us most. ❤️

If your pet had a regular 9-to-5 job, what would they get fired for on their very first day? Here are a few ideas:• Dog ...
29/08/2026

If your pet had a regular 9-to-5 job, what would they get fired for on their very first day?

Here are a few ideas:

• Dog – Greeting every customer like a long-lost best friend.
• Cat – Refusing to attend meetings unless they felt like it.
• Labrador – Eating everyone's lunch.
• Beagle – Leaving work to follow an interesting smell.
• Orange cat – Knocking everything off the manager's desk.

Now it's your turn...

What would YOUR pet get fired for on Day One? We'd love to read your funniest answers!

🐾🐾 LOST POOCH : LOOKING FOR THE OWNER 🐾🐾This cutie pie was handed into the Clinic this morning. Please contact the Clini...
28/08/2026

🐾🐾 LOST POOCH : LOOKING FOR THE OWNER 🐾🐾
This cutie pie was handed into the Clinic this morning. Please contact the Clinic if you are the owner or know who the owner is. Thank you for caring and sharing.

Pet parents sometimes worry that a slow introduction will prevent their animals from bonding. In reality, moving too qui...
28/08/2026

Pet parents sometimes worry that a slow introduction will prevent their animals from bonding. In reality, moving too quickly can create fear and conflict that take much longer to resolve.

Begin with separate safe spaces. Swap scents before arranging direct contact. Feed or offer enrichment on opposite sides of a secure barrier. Keep early sessions brief, calm and supervised, and always allow pets to move away.

Slow down if you notice:
-Hiding or freezing
-Growling or hissing
- Lunging or chasing
- Intense staring
- Refusing food
- Avoiding certain areas
- Guarding beds, toys or people
- Difficulty settling

Let your pets’ body language determine the pace—not the calendar.

They may eventually become best friends, or they may simply learn to share their home peacefully. Both outcomes can be considered successful.

https://www.welgelegendierekliniek.co.za/2026/08/21/why-let-them-sort-it-out-is-bad-advice-when-introducing-pets/

A friendly or playful dog is not automatically a safe companion for every animal.Even well-intentioned excitement can be...
27/08/2026

A friendly or playful dog is not automatically a safe companion for every animal.

Even well-intentioned excitement can be frightening for a resident cat, senior dog, smaller pet or anxious companion. Constant following, intense staring, barking, blocking pathways and repeatedly approaching another pet’s resting place can create enormous social pressure.

Management is not punishment. It creates the structure pets need to succeed.

Use baby gates, leads, pens, separate rooms and carefully planned rotations to prevent unwanted chasing or crowding. Reward your dog for calm behaviours such as:
- Looking at the other pet and disengaging
- Responding when called
- Settling quietly
- Sniffing calmly
- Moving away when asked
- Choosing relaxation instead of fixation

The first goal is not friendship. It is calm, safe coexistence.

Cats often struggle when introductions happen too quickly because their sense of safety is closely connected to their te...
26/08/2026

Cats often struggle when introductions happen too quickly because their sense of safety is closely connected to their territory and their ability to control how they move through it.

When introducing a new dog, puppy, cat or kitten, make sure your resident cat still has access to:
- Favourite resting places
- Undisturbed feeding and water stations
- Clean, safely positioned litter trays
- Hiding places and elevated areas
- Clear escape routes
- Time and attention from their people

A cat should never have to hiss, swat, flee or hide as their only means of creating distance.

Allow your cat to observe the newcomer from a safe position without being approached or chased. Confidence grows when cats have choices—not when they are forced to “stand their ground.”

There is an important difference between helping a pet gradually adjust and overwhelming them until they appear to give ...
25/08/2026

There is an important difference between helping a pet gradually adjust and overwhelming them until they appear to give up.

Habituation happens when exposure is controlled, manageable and repeated while the animal feels safe.

Flooding happens when an animal is exposed to something frightening or stressful without enough distance, control, choice or opportunity to escape.

A cat hiding under the bed for days is not “being dramatic.” A dog obsessively following a new cat is not necessarily “just curious.” A resident dog growling when a puppy approaches their bed is communicating discomfort.

These are important warning signs that the introduction needs more structure.

Never assume that a quiet or motionless pet has accepted the situation. Freezing and shutting down can also be signs of significant stress.

Address

30 Rhodes Avenue, Noycedale
Nigel
1491

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 11:00
15:00 - 17:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 11:00
15:00 - 17:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 11:00
15:00 - 17:30
Thursday 08:00 - 11:00
15:00 - 17:30
Friday 08:00 - 11:00
15:00 - 17:30
Saturday 09:00 - 12:00

Telephone

+27117302003

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