Bomaderry Veterinary Hospital is a state-of-the-art Veterinary Hospital operating in the Shoalhaven area. Please call to make an appointment.
We offer a wide range of services across small and large animal medicine. We offer a large range of comprehensive services for both large and small animals. We are open 7 days a week, plus our after hours service provides you 24/7 assistance in emergencies.
22/01/2025
If you’re planning to move house soon with your cat, check out these tips from our claw-some team to help reduce everyone’s stress! 🐾
Acclimate your cat to their travel crate in the weeks prior by placing the crate out, lining it with a soft cosy blanket, and intermittently tempting your cat inside with a few treats.
If possible, set up a calming scent hormone diffuser in the new house just prior to moving your cat in. 🏡
Try to keep your cat’s routine as consistent as possible before and after the move.
If your cat is very highly strung, ask our vets about the options for temporary calming medications.
For more advice on keeping your cat calm, consult our chilled-out team.
20/01/2025
The best present for your dog this past holiday season may have been your increased presence at home! 🎁
Unfortunately, some pets get a little too used to the constant company, and may develop symptoms of separation anxiety when it’s time for the family to return to work or study.
Symptoms of separation anxiety can include:
• House soiling
• Trembling or drooling excessively
• Attempts to escape (which can manifest as destruction of doors, walls or furniture) 🏠
• Howling or barking
If you notice any of these symptoms in your dog, we’d advise a behavioural consultation with one of our vets.
16/01/2025
Ready for my close-up! 🐾 Who needs a filter when you’re this paw-fect?
Miss Pearl is Pearl-fectly adorable and paws-itively precious! 🐾💖
15/01/2025
Is your dog scared of nail trims? 😟
Whilst a mild anxiety can usually be managed with calm, gentle handling, a slow approach, and positive distractions (such as Lick-Mats smeared with cream cheese or peanut butter), professional assistance is recommended for more significant phobias.
Moderate to severe nail trim phobias may require one or more of the following aids:
• Pre-emptive calming medications
• Low-stress handling assistance by our experienced team 🏥
• Muzzle training
• Long-term desensitisation and counter-conditioning training
• The administration of stronger sedatives
For more help with your nervous nellie’s nails, consult our anxiety-aware team.
13/01/2025
If you’re planning to introduce a new puppy into your household, check out these useful tips to help ease the “ruff” transition! 🐶
Before bringing a puppy home, set up a small puppy-proof crate, pen or room where the puppy can be safely confined whenever you can’t watch them (to prevent house-soiling or furniture chewing).
Ask our team about the use of calming pheromones and supplements, plus the safest “puppy entertainment” toys and chews to offer. 🧸
Ensure that introductions to older pets happen gradually, under supervision, and in a positive manner, and that older pets are given frequent “puppy-free” rest periods.
For more helpful advice on new pup introductions, consult our canine-competent team!
09/01/2025
Good health starts with a handshake - or a paw-shake! 🐾
Regular check-ups keep our furry friends happy and healthy. 🐶
08/01/2025
Did you know that lower urinary tract disease in cats can have a behavioural component? 🐾
Whilst symptoms such as blood-tinged urine, straining, or house-soiling can be caused by simple urinary tract infections or bladder stones, they also commonly occur secondary to an inflammatory bladder disease known as FIC (feline idiopathic cystitis).
FIC can be triggered in otherwise healthy cats exposed to a stressful event, with naturally “highly-strung” cats being at increased risk of the issue.
If your cat shows any symptoms of urinary tract problems, we’d advise a prompt check-up with our bladder-friendly vets! 💼
06/01/2025
“Why does my dog eat grass?” 🌱
Many dogs who eat grass seem to just enjoy it! The behaviour may “stem” (see what we did there?) from wild dogs consuming the stomach contents of herbivorous prey as part of their natural diet.
However, dogs may also have an increased drive to consume grass if they are suffering from short- or long-term gastrointestinal unwellness or have a nutritional deficiency.
So, if your pet is eating grass AND showing any symptoms of unwellness (such as vomiting, abnormal stools, appetite changes, weight loss, or poor condition), we’d advise a once-over by one of our vets to ensure there’s no concerning root to the issue! 🐕
01/01/2025
Unfortunately, just like in some human share-houses, multiple cats living together under one roof won’t always get along! 😼😾
Whilst overt aggression between cats is easily recognised by owners, it can be difficult to detect more subtle, passive signs of inter-cat tension. These can include resource blocking (e.g. one cat preventing another from accessing bowls, beds or toileting facilities), “stare-offs”, or symptoms of chronic stress in one or more cats (e.g. overgrooming or recurrent urinary issues).
If you have any concerns about your cat’s behaviour or health, please consult our behaviourally-brainy veterinary team! 🐾
31/12/2024
🎉 Happy New Year from Bomaderry Veterinary Hospital! 🎉
As we welcome 2025, we want to thank all of our wonderful clients and their beloved pets for trusting us with their care. Your support means the world to us, and we look forward to serving you in the year ahead! 🎆🥳
Wishing you and your furry family members a year filled with health, happiness, and joy! 🐶❤️
All the best for 2025,
The Team at Bomaderry Veterinary Hospital
29/12/2024
🐾 Glow Sticks and Dogs: What You Need to Know 🐾
Glow sticks may be fun, but they can be dangerous for dogs if ingested. While the glowing liquid is non-toxic, it can irritate your dog’s mouth, throat, and stomach, causing drooling, nausea, or vomiting. If your dog bites or swallows the contents, contact your vet immediately for advice and treatment.
To keep your pet safe, store glow sticks out of reach and supervise playtime with any glow-in-the-dark toys. 🐕💡
26/12/2024
🎆🐾 Keeping Pets Safe During Fireworks 🐾🎆
Fireworks can be exciting for us, but they’re often terrifying for pets. Loud noises and bright flashes may cause stress or panic. Here’s how to keep your furry friends safe and calm:
Preparation 🐾
- Create a safe space – Set up a quiet, secure area with familiar bedding and toys.
- Update ID tags – Ensure your pet’s collar and microchip info are current in case they escape.
During Fireworks 🎇
- Keep pets indoors – Close windows, curtains, and doors to block out noise and light.
- Distract with sounds – Play soft music or turn on the TV to mask the noise.
- Stay calm – Your relaxed behavior can reassure your pet.
For Extra Support 🫶
- Comfort items – Use anxiety wraps, pheromone diffusers, or familiar blankets.
- Speak to your vet – They can recommend calming aids or medications if needed. If you know your pet is anxious and requires medication, please ensure you have enough on hand as we head into the busy holiday season.
Never force your pet to face fireworks—they'll feel safer in a quiet, secure environment. Let’s make celebrations stress-free for everyone! 🐕🐈🎇
26/12/2024
Hands (and paws) up! 🐾🎄 Olive Oil, Willow, and Ollie are clearly in the festive spirit—dressed to impress and ready for more Christmas cheer! ✨ What a squad!
As for Boxing Day plans, it’s the perfect day for unwinding after the big feast. Maybe a cozy nap, playing with new toys, or sneaking some leftovers? (Pet safe of course) 😋 What’s everyone up to?
25/12/2024
Whilst we don’t want to make you nervous about every little thing, there are a few little things you should keep an eye out for when out and about with your pet this summer – ants! 🐜
If you suspect an ant bite in your pet, we’d advise applying a cool compress or cool water bathing for the affected area for 5 minutes. 🧊
24/12/2024
Merry Christmas to all of our amazing clients. May your days be merry, your hearts be full, and your Christmas shine bright with love and joy. 🎄❤️
23/12/2024
Whilst a deer antler may seem like a fun seasonal treat for your dog (sorry Rudolph!), we don’t rate them as one of the safest chew treats. 🎄
For advice on safe dental chews for your pet this Christmas, consult our tooth-tending team! 🦷
22/12/2024
🎄🐾 Keep Your Dog Safe This Christmas! 🐾🎄
The holiday season is full of tasty treats, but some can be dangerous for your furry friend. Here are foods to avoid sharing with your dog:
🍫 Chocolate – contains theobromine, toxic to dogs.
🍇 Grapes, sultanas & raisins – can cause kidney failure.
🧅 Onions and garlic – damage red blood cells.
🍔 Fatty foods and leftovers – lead to pancreatitis.
🥧 Mince pies & Christmas pudding – loaded with toxic ingredients like sultanas
Stick to pet-safe treats, such as carrots, to ensure a merry Christmas for everyone! Mack here vouches that these are a tasty, crunchy snack (that can be frozen for extra munch) 🎅🐕
19/12/2024
Look at those charming Grinchy paws—this pup is pure perfection! Only a few sleeps to go... 🎅🎄
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Miss Daphne feeling very fresh after going home. Dottie is thinking "Here we go again!"
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Little miss Daphne feeling fresh after reuniting with her mum, Dottie. Dottie seems to be thinking “Here we go again!” Thank you to the owner for giving us permission to post these amazing pictures and videos. #Reunited #HereWeGoAgain
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The Bomaderry Veterinary Hospital was established in the early 1970s by Dr Peter Brown as a one vet practice. It was one of the first Veterinary hospitals in the Shoalhaven area, and was predominantly a large animal practice, servicing the dairy farming industry.
Today the practice has grown significantly employing 11 Veterinarians and 13 support staff between all three practices. Although the practice is still a mixed practice servicing large and small animals, we now see predominantly more companion animals.
In the year 2000 the practice moved into its current premises at 335 Princes Hwy Bomaderry. This facility is much larger than the previous premises and boasts 3 large consultation rooms, a large reception area, Radiography room, Surgery Theatre, patient room, preparation area and a grooming parlour.
The Hospital is readily accessed from the Princes Highway. There is plenty of off street parking with the carpark being spacious enough to even bring a horse float in.
In 2018 a sister veterinary hospital was opened in Culburra Beach to service the Culburra, Orient Point, Currarong and Callala regions. Curleys Bay Veterinary Hospital is at 19 Weston Street Culburra Beach. This hospital is modern and offers all the same small animal services available at Bomaderry.
In 2019 Bomaderry Veterinary Hospital took on board a second branch practice at Shoalhaven Heads. This clinic is at the address 2/133 Shoalhaven Heads Road and was previously known as Berryhaven Vet Clinic.
