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ADVANCING ANIMAL HEALTH… Dal Myers (pictured) leads a passionate and dedicated team of veterinarians and nurses at Mooroopna Veterinary Practice, delivering a comprehensive range of veterinary services. Preventative care remains central to the practice's compassionate, community–focused philosophy. Photo: Emma Harrop

AT Mooroopna Veterinary Practice, compassion sits at the centre of animal care, a philosophy shaped by practice manager and part owner Dal Myers. Through her leadership, a strong focus on preventative care has become key to the clinic’s approach, with annual health checks and vaccinations helping protect pets long before illness occurs.

A simple and effective way to reduce the risk of serious illness, annual health checks give the clinic’s veterinarians and vet nurses the opportunity to assess each pet’s overall health and wellbeing. These visits allow the team to identify subtle changes early, often before symptoms appear, enabling concerns to be addressed promptly and supporting better long-term outcomes.

ADVANCING ANIMAL HEALTH… Dal Myers (pictured) leads a passionate and dedicated team of veterinarians and nurses at Mooroopna Veterinary Practice, delivering a comprehensive range of veterinary services. Preventative care remains central to the practice’s compassionate, community–focused philosophy. Photo: Emma Harrop

When combined with routine vaccinations, these appointments provide an effective way to safeguard pets against preventable disease, helping families avoid unexpected stress and costs in the future.

As Dal said, “Preventative care is one of the greatest gifts we can give our pets. By staying proactive with health checks and vaccinations, we are giving them the best opportunity to live long, happy and healthy lives alongside their families.”

Dal’s calm and caring leadership is reflected throughout the practice. She has fostered a close-knit and collaborative workplace culture where every team member plays an important role in delivering high-quality preventative care alongside a comprehensive range of veterinary services. This supportive environment extends naturally to patient care, ensuring every animal is treated with patience, respect and kindness.

Honesty, integrity and clear communication underpin the practice’s philosophy as Dal and her team prioritise practical advice and straightforward guidance so pet owners feel informed and confident when making decisions about their animals’ health.

Sharing the helm with her partner Ben Collie, Dal leads a dedicated team of veterinarians and veterinary nurses who value care tailored to each animal’s individual needs.

“The team is the main strength of the business,” Dal said. “Without a cohesive, passionate team, it’s difficult to provide the level of care we aim for.”