Caring for Your Animals, From the Backyard to the Back Paddock

Western Victoria Vets is the local, family-owned practice looking after the animals of Ararat, Beaufort andthe surrounding district. From your dog and cat to your cattle, sheep and horses, we are the team you can call when your animals need us.

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Same Trusted Team, a Fresh New Name

If you have been coming to Ararat Veterinary Clinic, you are in the right place. Western Victoria Vets is our new name and our new home - but the people, the care and the commitment to your animals are exactly the same.

We have grown into a modern, purpose-built facility so we can keep offering the best care for the animals of our region for years to come.

About Us

Vaccinations

Sheep Health & Production

Wellness care

Cattle Pregnancy Testing

Dental Care

Parasite prevention

Microchipping

Beef Cattle Care

Surgery & Orthopaedics

Vaccinations

Sheep Health & Production

Wellness care

Cattle Pregnancy Testing

Dental Care

Parasite prevention

Microchipping

Beef Cattle Care

Surgery & Orthopaedics

Vaccinations

Sheep Health & Production

Wellness care

Cattle Pregnancy Testing

Dental Care

Parasite prevention

Microchipping

Beef Cattle Care

Surgery & Orthopaedics

Vaccinations

Sheep Health & Production

Wellness care

Cattle Pregnancy Testing

Dental Care

Parasite prevention

Microchipping

Beef Cattle Care

Surgery & Orthopaedics

We are a true mixed practice, which means we look after companion pets and production animals under the one roof. For many local families that has always been the point of difference - the same trusted vets who vaccinate the family dog also pregnancy-test the herd and look after the working dogs.
Whatever animals share your life or your livelihood, we are here for all of them.

Pets and Companion Animals

Dogs, Cats and Other Companion Pets

Vaccinations, health checks, dentistry, surgery, microchipping and everyday advice for dogs, cats and pocket pets. Gentle, unhurried care from a team that treats your pets like their own.

Dog Vaccination Cat Vaccination Pet International Travel Health Checks Microchipping Small Animal Medicine

Livestock & Equine Care

Farm and Production Animals

Cattle, sheep and equine care across the district - from pregnancy testing and reproduction to flock health, worm egg counts and on-farm visits. Practical advice from vets who understand life on the land in Western Victoria.

Sheep Health & Production Large Animal Reproduction Cattle Ultrasound Pregnancy Testing Equine Medicine & Surgery Beef Cattle Medicine & Surgery Worm Egg Count Testing

Specialist Services

Surgical & Specialist Services

Experienced surgical and specialist care when your pet needs a little more support. Our team provides on-site surgery, orthopaedic care and dentistry, with access to trusted specialists for more complex cases.

Surgery Orthopaedic Dentistry Specialist Referrals

We are locally owned and part of this community - you will see us at the footy, the saleyards and the school gate. Because we are a mixed practice, we bring real breadth of experience, and because we are family-run, you get to know your vets and they get to know your animals. It is honest, down-to-earth care with the backing of a fully equipped, modern clinic.

Family-owned and part of the Ararat and Beaufort community

Companion pets and farm animals cared for by the one team

Purpose-built facility with full surgical and diagnostic equipment

Access to visiting and roaming specialists for advanced care

Two Locations, Close to Home

Whether you're in town or out on the farm, you don't have to travel far for trusted care. Our Ararat and Beaufort clinics mean local families and producers across the district have a familiar face nearby, whenever they need us.

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Nothing means more to us than the trust of local pet owners and producers. Read what our clients have to say, and if we have looked after your animals, we would love you to leave us a Google review.

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"Have a suncor parrot when visiting Ararat vet clinic he is well looked after. Also, I have found the service provided excellent and staff professional and friendly in greeting you on arrival to their clinic . Can highly recommend."

Ted

"I absolutely love the Ararat veterinary clinic. The staff are extremely kind and loving, and clearly show they understand how much we love our fur babies. I was in with Frankie recently and I love all the staff and how empathetic they are to all our individual needs and the reassurance that our pets will be well cared for. Definitely a wonderful country practice!"

Maree

"Amazing vet! Our pup had a surgical procedure here and all the staff were extremely warm, caring and thorough. Surgery and recovery was perfect. Highly recommend."

Camilla & Josh

"We are very pleased with our experience at the Ararat Vet Clinic. Dr Liv was very thorough, kind and caring to our girl Lucie. She did all the necessary tests to rule out some medical conditions. She was attentive to our needs and upon receiving the results, she explained everything clearly and made a plan for medication etc."

Jenn

"The team at the Ararat client have been so responsive to our pets needs. Our elder dog is reliant on medications for her eyes and needs regular checkups, which have always been conducted in a professional and caring manner. I highly recommend reaching out to them for any thing related to your pets. Fantastic."

Judd

"They really looked after my girl Alice, she had to have surgery to remove a cyst/growth near her eye. Her eye looks so much better, can't even tell she had surgery. The vets & front of house staff that I've dealt with are just amazing, answered all my questions, concerns & put me at ease."

Claim your pet insurance on the spot, so you only pay the gap

Split your bill into manageable, interest-free payments

A dedicated veterinary payment plan to spread the cost of care over time

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Our vets and nurses are the heart of the clinic. Many of us live and farm locally, and we all share the same thing - a genuine love of animals and the people who care for them. Come and get to know the faces you will see when you visit.

Vaccinations

Sheep Health & Production

Wellness care

Cattle Pregnancy Testing

Dental Care

Parasite prevention

Microchipping

Beef Cattle Care

Surgery & Orthopaedics

Vaccinations

Sheep Health & Production

Wellness care

Cattle Pregnancy Testing

Dental Care

Parasite prevention

Microchipping

Beef Cattle Care

Surgery & Orthopaedics

Our clinic is open Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm, and Saturday 9am–12pm. We're not able to offer after-hours emergency callouts, so if something happens outside these hours, please contact one of the services below directly.

For companion animal emergencies, call Geelong Animal Referral Services on (03) 4219 2169.

For equine emergencies, call Ballarat Equine on (03) 5334 6756.

If your pet's condition isn't life-threatening, give us a call back during business hours and we'll take it from there.

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Let's Look After Your Animals Together

Whether it is a routine check-up, a sick pet or a paddock full of stock, we are ready to help.

Give us a call or send an enquiry and our friendly team will take care of the rest.

Ararat Clinic Opening Hours

Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED

Beaufort Clinic Opening Hours

Mon/Wed/Thurs/Fri 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday Closed
Saturday (every second week) 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Sunday CLOSED

Caring for Your Animals, From the Backyard to the Back Paddock

Same Trusted Team, a Fresh New Name

One Clinic for Every Animal in Your Life

Dogs, Cats and Other Companion Pets

Farm and Production Animals

Surgical & Specialist Services

Why Local Families and Farmers Choose Us

What Our Community Says

Flexible ways to pay, so cost never
gets in the way of care

Meet the Team Behind The Care

After-hours? Here's Who to Call

Let's Look After Your Animals Together

Ararat & Beaufort Veterinary Clinic Opening Hours

Ararat Clinic Opening Hours

Beaufort Clinic Opening Hours

Caring for Your Animals, From the Backyard to the Back Paddock

Same Trusted Team, a Fresh New Name

One Clinic for Every Animal in Your Life

Dogs, Cats and Other Companion Pets

Farm and Production Animals

Surgical & Specialist Services

Why Local Families and Farmers Choose Us

What Our Community Says

Flexible ways to pay, so cost never gets in the way of care

Meet the Team Behind The Care

After-hours? Here's Who to Call

Let's Look After Your Animals Together

Ararat & Beaufort Veterinary Clinic Opening Hours

Ararat Clinic Opening Hours

Beaufort Clinic Opening Hours

Flexible ways to pay, so cost never
gets in the way of care