Responsible Gaming

Introduction

At vet-dentistry.com, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gaming and poker machines (pokies) should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble within your means and only spend what you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gaming activities in Australia. We take age verification seriously and comply with all local laws and regulations. If you are under the legal age, please do not access gaming services on this website.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of these warning signs? If so, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses — trying to recover money lost by gambling more
• Hiding gambling activity from family or friends
• Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, bills, food)
• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Neglecting work, school, or relationships due to gambling
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
• Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
• Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions

Self-Help Tools

Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a given timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose before you must stop
• Reality Checks: Pop-up reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming services
• Session Timeouts: Automatic session limits to encourage regular breaks

Use these tools proactively to manage your gaming behaviour and stay in control.

Support Organisations

If you're struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please contact one of these trusted organisations:

• Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free counselling and support for people in Australia affected by gambling problems. Available 24/7.
• Gambler's Help (Victoria): 1800 858 858 (free and confidential)
  Telephone and face-to-face counselling services.
• National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858
  Available across Australia with state-specific support.
• GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk
  Confidential support for problem gamblers in the United Kingdom.
• GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk
  National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling in the UK.
• National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org
  Resources and helpline for problem gambling in the United States.
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org
  Education and support for responsible gambling in Canada.

Call to Action

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support — many people face gambling challenges, and recovery is possible. Contact Gambling Help Online or call 1800 858 858 to speak with a trained counsellor who can provide confidential assistance and guidance.

Remember: gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it's causing harm, it's time to take action.