Why Finding Out What Is Wrong With Your Pet Quickly Is Important
One of the biggest developments in technology in veterinary medicine over the years has been the advance in new equipment for reading x-rays. In years past we had to use films and chemical baths to develop them, a bit like old film cameras. The chemicals smelled...
Hyperthyroidism in cats
Last month we discussed dogs and hypothyroidism and as promised, this month cats will take the spotlight. As we covered last month, the thyroid gland is found at the base of the neck and is responsible for producing the thyroid hormone. While dogs tend to develop an...
Hypothyroidism in dogs
Hypo what I hear you ask? Don’t worry, many pet owners have never heard of this either. It is, put simply, one small gland called the thyroid which many of us will have heard of in humans. But the reason we want to chat about this is, because it can cause so much...
Signs, symptoms and treatment of overheating dogs
Summer in Australia can present a myriad of health-related problems for our much-loved pets, from an increased likelihood of tick and snake bites to dehydration and heatstroke. Most dogs under normal circumstances can regulate their body heat by panting, much like how...
Camping with your dog – tips, tricks and must-see spots
Australia has embraced dogs being welcome across every aspect of family life, from cuddles on the couch to puppacinos at cafes and indeed, our holiday itineraries. With numerous camping grounds now welcoming your four-legged best friend with open arms, the popularity...
Love Your Pet, Love Your Vet
On Friday 8th October, we will be celebrating Vet Nurse Day with our wonderful team of capable, competent and quite frankly, sensational Vet Nurses. This annual event marks the day that Veterinarians, and the wider community, recognise the crucial role these wonderful...
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
- Western Animal Emergency Centre - 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.