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How seriously cute is Jack here! He was meeting a new kitten that we were fostering.

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Small animal veterinarian & acupuncturist in Sydney who wants to improve pets' lives through educating owners & providing integrated vet care

DOG INFORMATION

Resource for dog owners providing recommendations, tips and tricks

CAT INFORMATION

For all of the feline advice you'll ever need.

VETERINARY ACUPUNCTURE

Full of everything you never knew that you wanted to know about veterinary acupuncture

CAREER INFORMATION

Being the General Manager of large veterinary hospital means that I've had a bit of experience employing new vets and nurses.

WELCOME

Welcome to Dr Belinda’s Veterinary Blog

Welcome! I hope you find this an informative, pet-focused, and at times light-hearted online community. On the blog, I’ll be sharing the ins and outs of small animal veterinary practice, offering personal recommendations, and celebrating the adorable pets that I meet and treat on a daily basis.

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#flashbackfriday to skin check ups with Alfie I just love his adorable face!!!! #vet #vetlife #vetlyfe #vetsofsydney #vetsofaustralia #aussievets #cockerspaniel #dogsofsydney #sydneydogs #petsofsydney #hillsdistrictpets #hdpets #dogsofsyd #aussiedogs

Charlie was talking some time to read @dralexhynes new book First Call for Dogs so that he knew what to do next time he swallows an object that he shouldn't... He was also tempted to have a munch on the book... I also wrote a book review of it which is up on my blog. Link in bio ⬆️⬆️⬆️

Farewell old friend - RIP Buddy On Monday I said goodbye to a very dear patient of mine. Like many of my patients he was more like a member of extended family. Buddy had been a patient of mine during their first 2 years of his life and last 4 years. He was exceptionally lucky. He was rescued by the most loving family a troubled lab could have asked for. Buddy came to his family suffering severe defensive aggression around men and children. He also had an intense fear of having his ears handled. With lots of patience, training, time and an EPIC amount of chicken Buddy soon flourished. I loved seeing his goofy face whenever her came in to visit me. He wasn't the sharpest tool in the shed, but you don't need to be a smart Labrador to be a loving Labrador. On Monday it was time to say goodbye. He was surrounded by those who loved him the most and was eating BBQ chicken which was his favourite. It got me in the feels. I cried with his family. I gave him a big cuddle and kissed him goodbye. Rest in peace old man – may it continuously be raining chicken over the rainbow bridge xxxx

#flashbackfriday to the adorable Jersey!!! He came in for his adolescent health check. Good news he is growing as he should be. Unfortunately he did have an ear infection and needs some ear medication to help it clear up. I love watching my patients grow. I think Jersey is getting cuter with age. Who knew that was possible

Happy Halloween from devil cat Moe and I

Dogs are opportunistic. They live in the moment. When they see a chance they take it. And if Charlie spots my glass of water unattended (or not) he will always help himself to a slurp... What opportunities have your pets taken recently?

Alicia came in for surgery with me today. She was booked in for desexing and a small little eyelid lump excision. She was an absolute pleasure to care for today. She even got in a sneaky kiss #vet #vetlife #vetsofinstagram

#flashbackfriday to dinner with these fabulous vet students on Tuesday night. I had such a great time getting to know them and answering their questions. It was wonderful catching up with the students and making new friends. We also got the "real" college experience with a fire alarm and a visit from the local fire brigade. I will no doubt cross paths with them again soon and I can't wait to hear how they have been finding the uni experience.

GORGEOUS GOLDEN OLDIE ALERT! It's been really busy over at @rousehillfamilyvets. I've been meeting lots of lovely new patients and it only seemed fair that I share them with you. Welcome to the family Archie, Toby, Ernie, Beatrice and Charlie xxx To find out more about who they are head over to @rousehillfamilyvets and find out what I'm treating them for

Elmo and Charlie kept me company (distracted) whilst I was trying to do some work this afternoon. I should have known better than to lay down on the floor. It was always going to be too tempting for them. Eventually Elmo stopped licking my face and Charlie stopped walking all over me.