After Hours & Emergency Care
We're here for you.
If you have an animal emergency outside of regular business hours please call 5336 0006 & press 1.​
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From 6pm - 12am Monday - Friday you will be directed to our emergency veterinary service in Ballarat. Either at BPFV or an after hours linked clinic.
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From 8am - 12am Sat - Sun & Public Holidays you will be directed to the after hours service at BPFV.
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From 12am - 8am every night you will be directed to an emergency veterinary service in Geelong or Melbourne. ​​​
But how do I know if it's an emergency?!
That's our job!
We know how incredibly stressful this time can be.
So if in doubt do not hesitate to call our experienced team on 5336 0006.
Pet eaten something they shouldn't have?!
The Australian Animal Poisons Hotline provides current and evidence based poisoning advice to all pet owners nationwide.You can always contact this helpline for a risk assessment on your pet's exposure.
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There are many common poisons and toxins that are dangerous & fatal to pets such as:
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Plants
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Insecticides
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Household products/cleaners
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Human medications
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Venomous animals/organisms eg snakes, ticks, blue green algae.​​​​​
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For more information visit here https://animalpoisons.com.au/
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