AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY

One of our most cherished community partnerships is our work with Bear Cottage in Manly. Bear Cottage is a dedicated children's hospice that provides palliative care for families and their children during incredibly difficult times.

The presence of a companion animal can offer a unique form of comfort and joy that medicine alone cannot. To support this mission, our team provides veterinary care for the companion dogs at Bear Cottage at no charge. It is a small gesture, but one we are deeply committed to, ensuring that these special animals are always healthy and ready to provide a much-needed cuddle to the families who need them most.

Our connection to the Greyhounds As Pets (GAP) programme is a defining part of our clinic’s identity. Led by Dr Lewis Hunt, who has been an advocate for the breed for over a decade, we are proud to serve as a bridge between a greyhound's racing career and their retirement on the couch.

We are actively involved in:

• Adoption Days: Helping assess and prepare up to 40 greyhounds at a time for their transition into family life.
• Behavioural Assessments: Using our expertise to ensure every greyhound is matched with the perfect family environment.
• Community Education: Helping our local community understand why these gentle, "needle-nosed" giants make such incredible pets.

We love that our clinic has become a regular stop on many local dog-walking routes. Our reception team has been with us for years, some for over a decade, and they take pride in knowing the names and stories of the pets and families who walk through our doors.

It’s not uncommon for a dog to "insist" on dragging their owner into our reception area just to say hello and receive a liver treat. We foster this environment because we want our patients to feel that the vet is a place of friendship, not fear. Being part of the local community means:

• Supporting Local Families: Understanding the financial and emotional needs of our neighbours.
• Generational Care: Looking after pets from their first puppy visit through to their senior years and beyond.
• Open Doors: Whether you’re popping in for advice, a prescription refill, or just a quick hello, you are always part of the Seaforth Vets family.

We invite you and your pet to experience the warmth of a practice that truly cares. Whether we’re supporting Bear Cottage or helping a retired greyhound find its forever home, our heart is always in the right place.

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