Bellicious Ball – Book Your Tickets

Isabella Betts was diagnosed with Metastatic Osteosarcoma in 2020 at 14 years of age.

For the past 2 and a half years, Isabella has undergone several chemo treatments, surgeries and oncology therapies. Despite all the fantastic e orts by her Australian medical team, the family was delivered the devastating news that there are no viable options for e ective treatment in Australia.

The family has consulted with a medical clinic in Germany and travelled to begin treatment in May 2023. The advanced treatment in Germany and associated costs of medication, travel and accommodation for Isabella and her family mean we will be rallying hard to help financially.

We are asking everyone to do what they can to get involved in the fundraising e orts and o er support where you can.

Vets corner with MULBERRY LANE VET HOSPITAL

Did you know your cat or dog is considered to be a “senior” at 7 years of age? Or that your pet’s food and exercise requirements change dramatically between the ages of 5 and 9? Older pets can bring us so much joy but they need a little extra love and care, to keep them fit and healthy and enjoying their “senior” years!

Your senior dog will be calmer and more in tune with the routine of the household. An older cat will be less keen to climb the curtains, and more likely to spend the day in a sunny spot watching the world go by. Your pet ages approximately 7 years for every 1 of our human years, so regular health check-ups become more important as the years go by.

Pets are living longer these days, thanks to improved medications, and vaccinations which protect them from disease. With increased age, your pet may become less active. This might be part of the normal ageing process, but it is important that your pet is checked regularly by a vet to ensure that he or she isn’t suffering from underlying medical problems.

It’s important to monitor your pet’s food and water intake (plus what comes out of the other end!) as any change in thirst or appetite can be an early sign of conditions like kidney disease or diabetes. It’s also a good idea to monitor your pet’s weight,

Book Your Tickets Today

DATE: Saturday 5th August as sudden weight loss is an alert to bring your pet to the Vet. If your pet is overweight, he or she has an increased risk of joint pain or arthritis. Did you know that Mulberry Lane Vet Hospital offers your pet free weigh-ins and nutrition advice? Just come and see one of our friendly nurses. The correct balance of nutrients is essential for staying healthier for longer. Your senior pet’s diet needs to be correct for his or her life stage and for any medical condition, so switching to a specialist pet food can make a big difference to your pet’s wellbeing. Talk to any of our team about how to introduce a new pet food, which will suit the needs of your senior cat or dog.

Join us for a great night for a wonderful cause and dance the night away to talented local musician Pete Naylor.

Guests will enjoy a two-course meal, 2hr drinks package, along with ra es, auctions, lucky door prizes and more. Money raised will go to Isabella Betts and her family to assist in costs associated with travel and treatment in Germany, as well as ongoing cancer treatment.

Early detection helps treatment! At Mulberry Lane Vet Hospital we can analyse a small blood sample from your senior pet to check on kidney, liver and thyroid function, and give the right care before more serious illness develops. Take advantage of our $50 off a Senior Blood Test offer this month to give your older pet “gold standard” care. Does your cat not groom herself as she used to, or have trouble using the litter tray? Has your dog changed his eating or sleeping habits, or seem more tired than usual? Does he fall behind on walks or have new lumps or bumps on his skin?

Make an appointment with Dr Judith and her team at Mulberry Lane Vet Hospital for a FREE senior pet check-up this month. We look forward to seeing you soon!

VENUE: Orange Ex Services Club

TIME: 5.45pm for a 6pm start

DRESS CODE: Black Tie – Formal