Melbourne Animal Referral Services

Melbourne Animal Referral Services We offer advanced surgeries, 24-hour vet care, and mobile support across Melb, Geelong & regional Vic, regularly visiting clinics in your area.

We believe that close communication between us and your local vet is essential in achieving the best care.

Happy New Year from the team at MARS!As we welcome 2025, we reflect on an incredible 2024, including the opening of our ...
31/12/2024

Happy New Year from the team at MARS!

As we welcome 2025, we reflect on an incredible 2024, including the opening of our stunning new hospital in Hawthorn East.

Thank you for your ongoing support and for embracing us as part of your community. We’re excited for a new year filled with opportunities to care for your furry family members and continue making a difference together.

Here’s to a healthy, happy, and successful 2025 for you and your pets!

Medical imaging plays a vital role in veterinary medicine, and MARS utilises state-of-the-art radiology to diagnose and ...
31/12/2024

Medical imaging plays a vital role in veterinary medicine, and MARS utilises state-of-the-art radiology to diagnose and treat our furry patients, ensuring they receive the best possible care.

Radiology helps us see beyond the surface, allowing for early detection of conditions, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatment planning. From X-rays to advanced imaging techniques, our skilled team is dedicated to enhancing your pet’s health and well-being.

Interested in learning more about our radiology services? Schedule a consultation with our expert team today!

Did you know that fireworks can trigger stress responses in both cats and dogs? The loud bangs, flashing lights, and sud...
29/12/2024

Did you know that fireworks can trigger stress responses in both cats and dogs? The loud bangs, flashing lights, and sudden noises can cause serious stress for our furry friends—even the bravest of them. Many pets can sense the vibrations and sounds from far away, leading to fear and anxiety. It's important to understand how these loud celebrations can affect your pet's well-being.

In the lead-up to firework season, it’s important to prepare for your pet’s unpredictable behaviour. Here's some tips on how you can help them feel safe and secure during fireworks.

Common signs of firework stress include:
▪ Hiding
▪ Pacing
▪ Panting
▪ Bolting
▪ Escaping

To help your pet feel safe during fireworks, start by providing them with a quiet, secure space indoors where they can feel at ease. Turning on the TV or radio can help mask the loud noises, and offering a treat-filled toy like a Kong can keep them distracted.

Taking your pet for a walk earlier in the day, before the fireworks begin, will give them a chance to burn off energy and avoid the stressful sounds later. For some pets, pheromone sprays or calming aids may be beneficial to help them relax.

MARS understands how tough it can be to see your pet in distress, so if your dog or cat struggles during fireworks, we advise you to speak with your vet for extra support.

Ben completed his undergraduate degree in Veterinary Science at Melbourne University, before going on to complete a Mast...
28/12/2024

Ben completed his undergraduate degree in Veterinary Science at Melbourne University, before going on to complete a Masters in Veterinary Medicine at the Royal Veterinary College. He worked as a mixed animal vet in rural Australia for 2 years prior to moving to the UK to start the road to specialisation.

He completed his residency training at the Royal Veterinary College and worked there as a Lecturer in Small Animal Surgery. Ben’s passion is in soft tissue surgery which has lead him to having a tremendous amount of experience with some extremely complex cases. He is passionate about education and training the next batch of veterinarians and nurses in both referral and general practice.

Ben is particularly interested in brachycephalic airway syndrome, minimally invasive surgery, oncological and thoracic surgery. Alongside this Ben also performs orthopaedic and neurosurgery, and enjoys complex trauma and fracture management.

He looks forward to offering a range of different surgical options for complex conditions, particularly in the area of minimally invasive surgery.

Visit www.marsvets.com.au to meet the rest of the team.

Post-op snuggles with adorable Luka ❤️
26/12/2024

Post-op snuggles with adorable Luka ❤️

Meet Frankie, a beautiful 6-year-old Dalmatian on a brave journey. Diagnosed with nasal sarcoma, Frankie underwent a rhi...
21/12/2024

Meet Frankie, a beautiful 6-year-old Dalmatian on a brave journey. Diagnosed with nasal sarcoma, Frankie underwent a rhinotomy and chemotherapy 12 months ago, and her follow-up scans had been clear—until now.

With surgery and radiotherapy not an option, we turned to intranasal electrochemotherapy (ECT), a cutting-edge treatment designed to shrink or destroy the tumour. This innovative approach shows promise for cases like Frankie’s, and we’ll be monitoring her closely with targeted or metronomic therapy in mind.

Stay tuned for updates on Frankie’s progress as we continue her care.

Can referring vets still send patients to MARS over the Christmas & New Year period?Absolutely! Referring vets can conti...
19/12/2024

Can referring vets still send patients to MARS over the Christmas & New Year period?

Absolutely! Referring vets can continue to send patients to MARS throughout the entire holiday period. We're here to support you and your patients, no matter the season.

For referrals or to get in touch with our team, simply call us at 03 9050 0671.
Additionally, Animal Emergency Services at Hawthorn East will remain open over the holidays to provide emergency care for any urgent cases. They can be reached at 03 9000 6868.

We’re committed to ensuring your patients receive the care they need, even during the festive season!

Christmas has arrived at MARS, and we're paws-itively loving the festive spirit! Here’s Dayna and gorgeous boy Franky in...
15/12/2024

Christmas has arrived at MARS, and we're paws-itively loving the festive spirit! Here’s Dayna and gorgeous boy Franky in front of our tree in the foyer.

Our clinic is all decked out, and we can't help but smile when our patients come in rocking their holiday gear – whether it's a Santa hat, reindeer antlers, or a full-on festive outfit!

Is your pet ready to spread some holiday cheer? We’d love to see them in their Christmas best! Don’t forget to snap a pic and share it with us!

Happy Holidays from all of us at MARS!

To keep your pets safe and well this holiday season—here’s how we’re operating:▪ Public Holidays (Christmas Day, Boxing ...
13/12/2024

To keep your pets safe and well this holiday season—here’s how we’re operating:

▪ Public Holidays (Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day): Our team will be on call and accepting referrals for urgent cases.
▪ All Other Days: Referrals will be accepted as normal during our regular hours, from 8am till 6pm Monday to Friday.
▪ For URGENT needs outside these hours, an on-call vet will be available to assist.

Please Note: All incoming patients during this period will still require a referral.

From the MARS family to yours, we wish you and your pets a safe, joyful, and Happy Holiday Season! 🎄

MARS is proud to offer Small Animal Internal Medicine services to patients across Melbourne. This specialised field focu...
09/12/2024

MARS is proud to offer Small Animal Internal Medicine services to patients across Melbourne. This specialised field focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases that affect various body systems in dogs and cats.

Our internal medicine team works with pets who require medical care rather than surgery. However, we frequently collaborate with our surgical and oncology teams to manage complex, multidisciplinary cases.

We treat a wide variety of conditions, including respiratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, neurological, cardiac, hepatobiliary, immune-mediated, haematological, and infectious diseases.

What diagnostic procedures do we perform:
▪ Abdominal ultrasound
▪ CT scans
▪ Gastrointestinal endoscopy/colonoscopy
▪ Urinary cystoscopy
▪ Rhinoscopy
▪ Bronchoscopy and bronchoalveolar lavage for respiratory disease
▪ Fluoroscopy for dynamic airway diseases and aerodigestive disorders
▪ Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) taps, and arthrocentesis (joint taps)
▪ Bone marrow biopsy

If your pet is dealing with a complex medical issue that requires advanced diagnostics, specialised treatment, or ongoing care, Dr. Abigail Brough, our experienced Internal Medicine Specialist, is now available four days a week at our Hawthorn East hospital to provide expert care.

Visit our website for a full list of our services www.marsvets.com.au.

Need us in another area?MARS offers mobile services which brings Victoria’s leading small animal specialist surgeons dir...
06/12/2024

Need us in another area?

MARS offers mobile services which brings Victoria’s leading small animal specialist surgeons directly to a veterinary clinic near you! Our mobile services cover all of metropolitan Melbourne, Geelong and several regional areas across Victoria and Southern NSW.

We regularly visit Albury / Wodonga, Ballarat, Bendigo, Seymour, Warrnambool, Warragul and Phillip Island, bringing expert care directly to you and your familiar vet clinic.

While you're celebrating the festive season, we're here to support your pets' health. We'll be operating as usual throug...
05/12/2024

While you're celebrating the festive season, we're here to support your pets' health. We'll be operating as usual throughout the holidays, with the exception of public holidays. On weekends and public holidays, our dedicated vets will be on call to assist with any emergencies.

We are open:

🟢 Monday 23rd December
🟢 Tuesday 24th December
🟢 Friday 27th December
🟢 Monday 30th December
🟢 Tuesday 31st December
🟢 Thursday 2nd January
🟢 Friday 3rd January

We are closed on the following dates but you can dial 03 9050 0671 to speak with our vet on call:

📞 Wednesday 25th December
📞 Thursday 26th December
📞 Saturday 28th December
📞 Sunday 29th December
📞 Wednesday 1st January

Wishing you and your pets a happy and healthy holiday season!

Thank you, Wendy, for leaving the following review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with ...
01/12/2024

Thank you, Wendy, for leaving the following review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with us:

“I took my dog there today. From start to finish it was a great experience. Convenient parking, wonderful front office staff, great office, Dr Adrian was extremely thorough. I arrived early to pick him up but he wasn't ready to leave, so they let me sit with him in the beautiful, large recovery kennel. I highly recommend MARS and will put my trust in them again if my boy needs surgery. Thank you for caring for my boy.”

We’re so glad we could make your dog’s recovery as comfortable as possible, and we truly appreciate your trust in MARS. If your boy ever needs us again, we’ll be here, ready to provide the best care possible.

Thanks again for recommending us!

Meet Turtle, the adorable 5-week-old domestic shorthair! She came to us through with a fractured humerus (ouch!).Our sk...
29/11/2024

Meet Turtle, the adorable 5-week-old domestic shorthair! She came to us through with a fractured humerus (ouch!).

Our skilled vet, Dr. Ben performed surgery to repair the fracture using a free-form external fixator, ensuring Turtle’s injury is stabilised. We're happy to report that the surgery went very well, and her bone is expected to heal over the next 4-6 weeks.

Turtle can’t wait to get back to her cheeky kitten antics once she gets the all-clear! Stay tuned for updates on her recovery!

Meet Dr Abigail Brough, our new internal medicine specialist!Abigail completed her DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) a...
26/11/2024

Meet Dr Abigail Brough, our new internal medicine specialist!

Abigail completed her DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) at the University of Adelaide in 2014 and then went on to undertake two rotating internships, before starting her internal medicine residency training in Melbourne, Victoria.

Abigail became a Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists by examination in 2024. She loves the challenge of the problem-solving nature of internal medicine, but has a particular interest in gastrointestinal disease and understanding of the gut microbiome, as well as diagnosis and management of infectious and immune mediated diseases.

Abigail loves teaching and has experience with training and mentoring interns and residents, as well as being an official clinical assessor for the final year DVM students for Melbourne University over the past 2 years.

Outside of the vet clinic, Abigail has a passion for running marathons, cooking and enjoying great food, and live music.

Visit www.marsvets.com.au to meet the rest of the team.

“Is there any parking available at your facility?”Yes, we’ve got you covered! We offer 35 undercover car parks with conv...
22/11/2024

“Is there any parking available at your facility?”

Yes, we’ve got you covered! We offer 35 undercover car parks with convenient lift access to our main reception area and our dedicated cat waiting room.

Access the car park via Hall Street, Hawthorn East. See you soon!

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