Adopting a Pet for Christmas? Here’s What You Need to Know.
Christmas is a magical time of year, but before you add a wagging tail or a curious whisker to the festivities, let’s pause. Adopting or gifting a pet might sound like the perfect holiday gesture, but it’s a big decision - one that comes with responsibility, planning,...
Caring for Your Senior Pet
As much as we’d love for our furry, feathered, and scaly friends to stay young forever, time catches up with everyone—even your once-energetic pup or endlessly curious cat. One minute they’re zooming around the yard, and the next, they’re looking at you like, “Do we...
Breast Cancer in Dogs: An Overlooked Risk You Need to Know About
We all know October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but did you know that breast cancer doesn’t just affect humans? Our canine companions are at risk too, especially female dogs that haven’t been speyed. Here at Direct Vet Services, we’re committed to helping you...
Your Guide to Practical Preventive Care for Pets
When it comes to our furry family members, prevention truly is better than cure. The key to a long, healthy life for your pet lies in staying ahead of the game with preventive care. Whether it’s making sure they’re up-to-date on vaccinations, keeping those pesky fleas...
August is Pet Dental Awareness Month: Keep Your Pet’s Smile Pawsitively Bright!
August is National Pet Dental Awareness Month, the perfect time to shine a spotlight on your pet's pearly whites. At Direct Vet Services, we believe that dental care is more than just about keeping your pet's smile looking dazzling – it’s crucial for their overall...
Understanding Pet Behaviour: Decoding Common Actions in Dogs, Cats, Rabbits, and Reptiles
Did you know that a dog's tail wagging to the right often means they're happy, but wagging to the left could indicate anxiety? Or that when a cat licks your nose, it’s not just being affectionate—it’s actually marking you with its scent glands? In Australia, where...
Veterinary Care - Anytime, Anywhere
Medechat is a video consult booking system that means you can have veterinary advice from a highly qualified VetCheck 24/7 Vet, when you need it, without leaving your home.
Veterinary Care - Anytime, Anywhere
Medechat is a video consult booking system that means you can have veterinary advice from a highly qualified VetCheck 24/7 Vet, when you need it, without leaving your home.
Mon - Fri: 8am to 7pm
Sat: 9am to 5pm
Closed Sunday and public holidays
After Hours Emergencies:
Direct Vet Services is proud to support local emergency vet care services in the Point Cook area.
If you are in need of emergency pet care you can contact any of the following emergency veterinary care services:
- Advanced Vet Care - Kensington
- Animal Accident & Emergency - Essendon Fields
- Greencross Veterinary Hospital - Werribee
Booking Terms:
Please provide 24 hours notice, should you no longer be available for or require your appointment. No cancellation fees will apply with 24 hours notice. We appreciate emergencies happen and will take that into consideration. However, you will be charged 100% of the consultation fee for missed appointments or those cancelled without 24 hours notice.
Prescriptions/medications:
Please allow 24-48 hours for medication requests to be filled. These must be completed by a vet and require a review of your pets records. If we have not seen you pet within a maximum 6 months for chronic cases or 3-4 months for complex cases, we will require an appointment for “Medication review”. Urgent supply may be able to be available, incurring an additional fee. Please be aware we may sometimes need to supply alternative brands, if you usual one is not available.