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31/08/2026

🦔❤️ “It’s like having a tiny, spiky explorer living in your home.”
With their button noses, curious snuffles, and adorable waddles, hedgehogs have become one of the most beloved exotic pets.
But behind those cute quills is a fascinating little animal with some very unique needs.

🌙 Hedgehogs are nocturnal adventurers.
While you're sleeping, they're busy exploring, sniffing, digging, foraging, and sometimes running several kilometres on their exercise wheel!
💔 That's why a small cage with little enrichment can leave them bored, stressed, and unhealthy.

🦔 Did you know?
When hedgehogs encounter a new scent, they may perform a strange behaviour called "anointing."
They'll lick or chew the source of the smell and then spread foamy saliva onto their quills.
It looks bizarre, but it's completely normal! 😄

⚠️ Common health problems we see in pet hedgehogs include:
• Obesity
• Dental disease
• Mite infestations
• Skin problems
• Nail overgrowth
• Tumours
Because hedgehogs are masters at hiding illness, subtle changes should never be ignored.

🌿 A healthy hedgehog needs:
✔ A large enclosure
✔ A correctly sized solid exercise wheel
✔ Places to hide and explore
✔ A balanced diet
✔ Regular health checks

❤️ The happiest hedgehogs aren't just fed and housed, they're given opportunities to express their natural behaviours every day.

🐾 If your hedgehog has become less active, is losing weight, scratching excessively, or just doesn't seem like themselves, it's worth getting them checked.
📞 We're here to help keep your prickly little friend healthy, active, and thriving.
🦔💚

🦔❤️ “It’s like having a tiny, spiky explorer living in your home.”With their button noses, curious snuffles, and adorabl...
31/08/2026

🦔❤️ “It’s like having a tiny, spiky explorer living in your home.”
With their button noses, curious snuffles, and adorable waddles, hedgehogs have become one of the most beloved exotic pets.
But behind those cute quills is a fascinating little animal with some very unique needs.

🌙 Hedgehogs are nocturnal adventurers.
While you're sleeping, they're busy exploring, sniffing, digging, foraging, and sometimes running several kilometres on their exercise wheel!
💔 That's why a small cage with little enrichment can leave them bored, stressed, and unhealthy.

🦔 Did you know?
When hedgehogs encounter a new scent, they may perform a strange behaviour called "anointing."
They'll lick or chew the source of the smell and then spread foamy saliva onto their quills.
It looks bizarre, but it's completely normal! 😄

⚠️ Common health problems we see in pet hedgehogs include:
• Obesity
• Dental disease
• Mite infestations
• Skin problems
• Nail overgrowth
• Tumours
Because hedgehogs are masters at hiding illness, subtle changes should never be ignored.

🌿 A healthy hedgehog needs:
✔ A large enclosure
✔ A correctly sized solid exercise wheel
✔ Places to hide and explore
✔ A balanced diet
✔ Regular health checks

❤️ The happiest hedgehogs aren't just fed and housed, they're given opportunities to express their natural behaviours every day.

🐾 If your hedgehog has become less active, is losing weight, scratching excessively, or just doesn't seem like themselves, it's worth getting them checked.
📞 We're here to help keep your prickly little friend healthy, active, and thriving.
🦔💚

🐾 JOIN OUR TEAM! VETERINARY RECEPTIONISTFamily Vet Clinic CenturionAre you a confident, compassionate and enthusiastic...
31/08/2026

🐾 JOIN OUR TEAM! VETERINARY RECEPTIONIST
Family Vet Clinic Centurion
Are you a confident, compassionate and enthusiastic people-person who loves animals?
Family Vet Clinic in Centurion is a purpose-built, privately owned veterinary clinic with a supportive team and a loyal client base. We are looking for a full-day Veterinary Receptionist to join us on a 6-month fix term contract, starting 1 October 2026.
🌟 What You’ll Be Doing
As the welcoming face of our clinic, you will play an important role in creating a positive experience for our clients and their beloved pets.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Communicating professionally and compassionately with pet owners
Scheduling and managing appointments
Updating and maintaining patient files
Processing payments
Performing general administrative duties
Keeping the reception area organized, welcoming and running smoothly
💼 What We’re Looking For
💻 Computer literate with good administration skills
🗣️ A confident and excellent communicator
🔄 Able to multitask and remain calm under pressure
⏰ Well organized with effective time-management skills
📚 Eager to learn, grow and develop
🤝 A positive, reliable and enthusiastic team player
🔐 Trustworthy and professional
🚗 In possession of reliable transport
🐾 Previous veterinary industry experience will be advantageous
A positive attitude and genuine passion for providing excellent client service are essential.
🕐 Working Hours
Monday–Friday: 08:45–18:00
Every second weekend and every second public holiday:
Saturday: 08:30–16:00
Sunday & Public Holidays: 09:00–14:00
💰 Salary
Based on experience.
📩 Ready to Join Our Team?
If you are driven, positive, confident, trustworthy and enthusiastic, and would love to become part of our supportive veterinary team, we would love to hear from you!
Send your CV to:
📧 [email protected]
Closing date: 15 September 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
🐶🐱 Come be part of a team that cares for pets and the people who love them.

🐾 Need a vet this weekend? We’ve got you covered.No stress. No higher fees. Just trusted care when you need it most.Dr T...
28/08/2026

🐾 Need a vet this weekend? We’ve got you covered.
No stress. No higher fees. Just trusted care when you need it most.
Dr Tessa, Dr Nikita and Dr Chandini are in the clinic this weekend, ready to help your furry family feel better, fast.
🕒 Weekend Hours
Saturday: 08:30 – 16:00 Dr Tessa and Dr Chandini
Sunday: 09:00 – 14:00 Dr Tessa and Dr Nikita
Arrive at least 1 hour before closing to secure your consult.
💵 Same rates. Any day.
Yes, weekends and public holidays included.
📞 Calling us?
Lines can get busy. If it rings, hang tight, we’ll get to you.
012 764 1401 / 060 799 5633
📍 Find us here:
Centurion Lifestyle Centre, 1019 Castanet St
Your pet deserves care you can trust, this weekend and every day. 🐶🐱

🦎✨ “Is that gecko storing a snack in its tail?”Well... sort of! 😄Meet the Fat-Tailed Gecko , one of the reptile world's...
27/08/2026

🦎✨ “Is that gecko storing a snack in its tail?”
Well... sort of! 😄
Meet the Fat-Tailed Gecko , one of the reptile world's most charming little characters.

🐾 Unlike many other reptiles, fat-tailed geckos store energy reserves in their tails. A healthy, plump tail acts like a battery pack, helping them survive periods when food is scarce in the wild.
But here's the important part...
⚠️ A shrinking tail can be one of the first signs that something is wrong.

🔍 Things that can cause tail weight loss include:
• Poor nutrition
• Parasites
• Incorrect temperatures
• Stress
• Underlying illness
👉 That's why monitoring your gecko's tail is an important part of assessing their health.

🌙 Fat-tailed geckos are known for their calm personalities and adorable faces, but they still need specialised care to thrive.
❤️ They require:
✔ Correct heating and temperature gradients
✔ Appropriate humidity levels
✔ Nutritious insect-based diets
✔ Multiple secure hides
✔ Enrichment opportunities for exploring and hunting

🦗 Watching a fat-tailed gecko stalk a cricket or emerge from its hide after dark is a reminder that these little reptiles are far more active and fascinating than many people realise.

💔 Unfortunately, many reptile illnesses remain hidden until they become advanced.
Regular health checks and proper husbandry can make all the difference.

🐾 Whether your gecko is a tiny hatchling or a chunky adult with a tail full of reserves, we're here to help keep them healthy.
📞 Book a reptile wellness check and give your gecko the best chance to thrive!
🦎💚

27/08/2026

🦎✨ “Is that gecko storing a snack in its tail?”
Well... sort of! 😄
Meet the Fat-Tailed Gecko , one of the reptile world's most charming little characters.

🐾 Unlike many other reptiles, fat-tailed geckos store energy reserves in their tails. A healthy, plump tail acts like a battery pack, helping them survive periods when food is scarce in the wild.
But here's the important part...
⚠️ A shrinking tail can be one of the first signs that something is wrong.

🔍 Things that can cause tail weight loss include:
• Poor nutrition
• Parasites
• Incorrect temperatures
• Stress
• Underlying illness
👉 That's why monitoring your gecko's tail is an important part of assessing their health.

🌙 Fat-tailed geckos are known for their calm personalities and adorable faces, but they still need specialised care to thrive.
❤️ They require:
✔ Correct heating and temperature gradients
✔ Appropriate humidity levels
✔ Nutritious insect-based diets
✔ Multiple secure hides
✔ Enrichment opportunities for exploring and hunting

🦗 Watching a fat-tailed gecko stalk a cricket or emerge from its hide after dark is a reminder that these little reptiles are far more active and fascinating than many people realise.

💔 Unfortunately, many reptile illnesses remain hidden until they become advanced.
Regular health checks and proper husbandry can make all the difference.

🐾 Whether your gecko is a tiny hatchling or a chunky adult with a tail full of reserves, we're here to help keep them healthy.
📞 Book a reptile wellness check and give your gecko the best chance to thrive!
🦎💚

🐍 SURGERY ON A SNAKE? YES, IT HAPPENS MORE OFTEN THAN YOU THINK. 🐍Most people are surprised to learn that snakes can und...
25/08/2026

🐍 SURGERY ON A SNAKE? YES, IT HAPPENS MORE OFTEN THAN YOU THINK. 🐍
Most people are surprised to learn that snakes can undergo complex surgical procedures,just like dogs and cats.
From removing swallowed foreign objects to treating retained eggs, abscesses, tumors, wounds, and reproductive disorders, surgery can be a life-saving option for many reptile patients.
⚠️ Signs your snake may need urgent veterinary attention include:
❌ Refusing food for prolonged periods
❌ Unusual swelling or lumps
❌ Difficulty passing eggs
❌ Regurgitation
❌ Visible wounds or injuries
❌ Sudden changes in behaviour
❌ Difficulty moving or breathing
One of the biggest challenges with snakes is that they often hide illness very well. By the time obvious signs appear, the condition may already be advanced.
🩺 Modern reptile medicine has come a long way. With specialised anaesthesia, monitoring, diagnostic imaging, and surgical techniques, many snakes can recover remarkably well following surgery.
🐍 Whether it's a tiny corn snake or a large python, each patient requires a carefully tailored approach to ensure the safest possible outcome.
The key to success is early diagnosis. If your snake seems "off" or isn't behaving normally, don't assume it will simply sort itself out.
❤️ Reptiles deserve the same level of medical care as any other pet, and sometimes, surgery can give them a second chance at life.
Have you ever imagined a snake undergoing surgery? Let us know in the comments! 👇

25/08/2026

🐍 SURGERY ON A SNAKE? YES, IT HAPPENS MORE OFTEN THAN YOU THINK. 🐍
Most people are surprised to learn that snakes can undergo complex surgical procedures,just like dogs and cats.
From removing swallowed foreign objects to treating retained eggs, abscesses, tumors, wounds, and reproductive disorders, surgery can be a life-saving option for many reptile patients.
⚠️ Signs your snake may need urgent veterinary attention include:
❌ Refusing food for prolonged periods
❌ Unusual swelling or lumps
❌ Difficulty passing eggs
❌ Regurgitation
❌ Visible wounds or injuries
❌ Sudden changes in behaviour
❌ Difficulty moving or breathing
One of the biggest challenges with snakes is that they often hide illness very well. By the time obvious signs appear, the condition may already be advanced.
🩺 Modern reptile medicine has come a long way. With specialised anaesthesia, monitoring, diagnostic imaging, and surgical techniques, many snakes can recover remarkably well following surgery.
🐍 Whether it's a tiny corn snake or a large python, each patient requires a carefully tailored approach to ensure the safest possible outcome.
The key to success is early diagnosis. If your snake seems "off" or isn't behaving normally, don't assume it will simply sort itself out.
❤️ Reptiles deserve the same level of medical care as any other pet, and sometimes, surgery can give them a second chance at life.
Have you ever imagined a snake undergoing surgery? Let us know in the comments! 👇

🚨 YOUR RABBIT HASN'T EATEN TODAY? THIS IS AN EMERGENCY. 🚨Unlike dogs and cats, rabbits should NEVER stop eating.A rabbit...
23/08/2026

🚨 YOUR RABBIT HASN'T EATEN TODAY? THIS IS AN EMERGENCY. 🚨
Unlike dogs and cats, rabbits should NEVER stop eating.

A rabbit's digestive system needs a constant flow of food to keep moving. When a rabbit stops eating, their gut can slow down or stop completely,a life-threatening condition known as gastrointestinal stasis (GI stasis).

🐰 Warning signs include:
❌ Refusing food or treats
❌ Smaller, fewer, or no droppings
❌ Sitting hunched up
❌ Grinding teeth
❌ Reduced activity
❌ Hiding or seeming uncomfortable

Many owners think their rabbit is "just being picky" or will start eating later. Unfortunately, waiting can be deadly.

A rabbit that hasn't eaten for several hours needs urgent veterinary attention. The sooner treatment begins, the better the chance of a successful recovery.
Remember: Rabbits are prey animals and often hide signs of illness until they are very sick.

💚 If your rabbit stops eating, don't wait and see. Contact our veterinarians immediately.
Tag a rabbit owner below and help spread awareness, this information could save a bunny's life. 🐰❤️

23/08/2026

🚨 YOUR RABBIT HASN'T EATEN TODAY? THIS IS AN EMERGENCY. 🚨
Unlike dogs and cats, rabbits should NEVER stop eating.

A rabbit's digestive system needs a constant flow of food to keep moving. When a rabbit stops eating, their gut can slow down or stop completely,a life-threatening condition known as gastrointestinal stasis (GI stasis).

🐰 Warning signs include:
❌ Refusing food or treats
❌ Smaller, fewer, or no droppings
❌ Sitting hunched up
❌ Grinding teeth
❌ Reduced activity
❌ Hiding or seeming uncomfortable

Many owners think their rabbit is "just being picky" or will start eating later. Unfortunately, waiting can be deadly.

A rabbit that hasn't eaten for several hours needs urgent veterinary attention. The sooner treatment begins, the better the chance of a successful recovery.
Remember: Rabbits are prey animals and often hide signs of illness until they are very sick.

💚 If your rabbit stops eating, don't wait and see. Contact our veterinarians immediately.
Tag a rabbit owner below and help spread awareness, this information could save a bunny's life. 🐰❤️

Address

Centurion Lifestyle Centre C/o Lenchen Avenue South & Castanet St, Centurion . Shop B5b (downstairs, Next To Store & More, Within Family Pet Centre)
Pretoria
0157

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 08:30 - 16:00
Sunday 09:00 - 14:00

Telephone

+27127641401

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