Nutritional advice

Good nutrition is vital to your pet’s health. We offer and recommend only the highest quality premium pet foods, with a wide range of diets available to cater for dogs and cat’s different breeds, lifestyles, ages and sizes. Including diets for pets prone to dental disease, or those with sensitive stomachs.

We also have specific Veterinary Prescription Diets, which can be vital in the treatment and management of many health problems. These include gastrointestinal problems, pancreatitis, kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes mellitus, arthritis, obesity, lower urinary tract problems and skin conditions.

Dr Seina has completed her Certification in Veterinary Natural Nutrition which fills in the gap of knowledge from mainstream nutrition philosophy which focuses on prepared pet foods. A balanced viewpoint is taken, along with an evidence based approach in the interests of animal health and wellbeing.

Our staff always happy to provide free nutritional advice for your pet.

Routine Health examinations

Our team can help you with advice and education, to ensure your pet has the most contented and healthiest life possible. We are a full-service hospital with a full range of medical and diagnostic facilities to aid the diagnosis and treatment of dogs and cats. We are also confident with birds, rabbits, guinea pigs and other small pets.

Our team are constantly keeping up to date with the latest therapies and procedures, by attending seminars and liaising with specialists, to ensure your pet gets the best care possible.

Wellness and Preventative Medicine

As part of your pet’s thorough annual check-up we recommend regular vaccinations. Vaccinations are essential to protect your pet from potentially fatal diseases. Reputable boarding establishents for dogs and cats will also insist on proof of up to date vaccinations. For dogs we recommend a C5 vaccine (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza and Bordatella) and for cats a F3 vaccine (Herpesvirus, Calicivirus, Feline enteritis virus) and if your cat goes outside and has contact with other cats FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) vaccine is also recommended.

During this check-up we can also ensure your pets flea control, intestinal worming and heartworm prevention are up to date and adequate.

Advanced Surgery including orthopaedics

Our hospital is equipped to perform most types of surgery with modern anesthetic machines and advanced monitors to ensure safe anaesthesia. Our surgical area is fully sterile and we use safe, modern anaesthetics which are very similar to those used in human hospitals. Our veterinarians perform both standard surgeries (eg desexing and dental procedures) to advanced soft tissue and orthopedic procedures. Due to this level of skill, Thornbury Veterinary Hospital is able to help ensure your pet doesn’t get referred for costly procedures at specialist centers wherever possible. It is also less stressful for both yourself and your pet to stay with people you trust.

Expert high-quality treatment of all medical conditions

Our vets are one of the most experienced teams you will come across. We have a well rounded team of many experienced vets, each with a different area of expertise. Combined with our close relationship to multiple specialists to help ensure the best care for all patients.

As an example, diseases such as Diabetes, Canine Cushings, Osteoarthritis, Mitral Valve Disease, can all be effectively diagnosed and treated and managed in Clinic.

Dentistry- routine cleaning and dental surgery

Dental problems are one of the most common concerns in small animals. Just like we have to brush daily to ensure we maintain good oral hygiene, our pets are the same. They mostly achieve this by chewing on high quality diets and chewing on dental treats and chews. Some dogs don’t chew very effectively, have underlying dental disease or poor dental conformation which predisposes them the dental disease.

We perform many dental procedures at Thornbury Veterinary Hospital which include a complete oral assessment under general anaesthetic, full mouth x-rays, scale and polish of teeth as well as surgical extractions

If you are unsure about your pets’ dental health, Thornbury Veterinary Hospital offers free dental checks, where our vets and nurses will assess your pet’s teeth and health of the gums, and advise on any appropriate therapies that may be required. Call to book your free dental check now.

Diagnostic Services on site including digital radiology and blood machines

We are able to perform a wide array of pathology tests within the hospital such as blood, urine and skin tests. Our specialized blood machines on the premises enable fast results which helps with rapid diagnosis and treatment, helping us achieve the best outcomes for your pet. We also are closely associated with an external animal pathology laboratory for those times we require more complex and detailed testing, and specialist pathologist diagnosis.

Thornbury Veterinary Hospital has state of the art digital radiology, which results in fast turnaround- ensuring increased patient comfort, reduced anaesthesia times and the highest level of accuracy. The images can also be sent with ease to specialists in high quality format where required, if a second opinion is required.

We have an ultrasound machine which means that we are able to perform diagnostics and take samples with ultrasound guidance. For some abdominal and cardiac cases, we often utilise the expertise of Dr Sue Ramoo who is an Internal Medical Consultant (BVS (Hons), MANZCVS)
 

Geriatric Care, caring for your pets as they age

Our pets are now living longer than ever before, thanks to our rapidly expanding knowledge of pet health and increased quality of life. Which means it’s now highly likely your pet will live long enough to reach its geriatric stage. Depending on your pet’s breed, they are likely to reach their senior stage somewhere between 6 and 8 years of age.

Ageing is a natural part of life, both for humans and animals, rather than a disease in itself. However, once your pet does start to show signs of ageing it’s important to stay on top of all their health needs by bringing them in for annual or even bi-annual health checks so we can manage and help prevent the many conditions and diseases of geriatric pets.

Your pet’s annual health check is also the ideal time to chat to us about any changes you are noticing in your elderly pet. Our comprehensive physical examination and general health evaluation includes assessment of:

• Weight and body condition,

• dental condition and oral hygeine,

• skin and coat conditions,

• cardiovascular health,

• bone and joint health,

• and much more

Where required, we also conduct urine and blood screening for general health and organ function. These tests allow us to check your pet for symptoms of common geriatric diseases, such as: cancer, heart disease, dental disease, osteoarthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney disease, liver disease and thyroid diseases.

Even though many of the conditions and diseases in your geriatric pet cannot be cured, we can help you manage these conditions so your pet’s quality of life and life expectancy are maximised.

End of Life Care:
Rest Your Paws is our trusted provider for end-of-life veterinary care in the comfort of your home. If you want to learn more, need help making decisions, or need assistance when the clinic is closed, their team is available 7 days a week, 8am-8pm (AEST), on 0422 157 675, or [email protected].

Microchip implanting and registration

A microchip is a permanent method of identification for your pet. The microchip is about the size of a grain of rice and is implanted just under the skin over the shoulder blades by injection. Each chip has a unique number that is detected using a microchip scanner, allowing lost or injured pets to be reunited with their owners as quickly as possible.

Behaviour Consultations

Please feel confident to talk to our vets about any unusual behaviours your pet may have. Noise and thunderstorm phobias, separation anxiety, aggression, inappropriate toileting, barking and destructive behaviours can all be very distressing to both pet and owner. Please make an appointment to discuss these problems, together we can work on a solution.

Nurse Caitlin runs canine behaviour and training consultations. For more information please click on our behaviour consultation link in the menu bar.

Alternative Medicine

We now offer a range of alternative medicines which include

• Holistic consultations, acupuncture, herbal medicine and rehabilitation with Dr Karmen - a hoslitic approach means treating the body as a whole rather than just the symptoms that we see. These therapies can hep with a wide variety of condition, most common of which involve pain management, and arthritis.

• Cold laser therapy - a fast and painless way to improve wound healing, and reduce pain and inflammation. Now offered at The Happy Dog Hub

• CBD oil prescriptions - can help with anxiety, pain management, seizures, poor sleep quality, etc.

• The Happy Dog Hub also offers natural therapies such as myotherapy and massage.  Please follow this link for more information on this service:https://www.thehappydoghub.com.au/natural-therapies

Thriving Pets at Thornbury Veterinary Hospital 

We have introduced a simple and affordable wellness plan for your pet called Thriving Pets. The aim is to take the guesswork out of your pet's healthcare. The plan has heaps of inclusions, savings and preventative delivered to your house monthly!

What’s included:

• Flea, Tick & Worming Home Delivered

• Unlimited Vet Consultations (claim up to $75 per consultation)

• Annual vaccinations (claim up to $100)

• Wellness Blood Test (claim up to $100)

• Dental Allowance (claim up to $100) or Desexing Allowance (claim up to $100)

• 10% Pet Store Discount (yourpetpa.com.au)

To learn more go to www.thrivingpets.com.au, see below for membership options or call us and one of our team members can discuss it further!

Membership options:

• Pay Yearly and save 10% = $590

• Pay Monthly (1st payment of $145.95 + $45.95/month)

GAP only insurance claims

GAP PAYMENTS ARE NOW HERE!

Is your pet insured? You might be eligible for GapOnly claims. You simply pay the gap (the difference between the invoice and the claim benefit under your policy) and go. Meaning less out of pocket for you!

Best thing is it takes less than 10 minutes. Please talk to one of our nurses if you wish for us to process this next time you're in. @gaponlyau