Equine Services at The Animal Hospital, Murdoch University

20/06/2025

🌟A Huge Congratulations to Dr Sarah Cook 🌟

We are thrilled to share that Dr Sarah Cook has been awarded the 2025 Bain Fallon Young Member Scholarship, proudly sponsored by Interpath 4CYTE. This prestigious scholarship celebrates young professionals who show exceptional commitment to both the veterinary profession and the equine industry.

Sarah has been a valued part of our team since the beginning of her veterinary studies and is now halfway through her postgraduate traineeship in our Equine Hospital.

As part of the scholarship, Sarah will travel to the Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures this July, one of the leading events for equine veterinarians in Australia. The event offers a fantastic opportunity to stay up to date with the latest research and clinical techniques, while networking with some of the most respected professionals in the field.

We are incredibly fortunate to have Sarah as part of our profession and look forward to seeing all she will accomplish in the years ahead. 👏🐴

09/05/2025

08/05/2025

🔬Changing the Game in Yearling Airway Evaluation! 🐴

Did you know that research led by Dr. Josie Hardwick, our specialist equine surgeon, has changed the way upper respiratory tract endoscopy is assessed in Thoroughbred yearlings across Australia? 📈✨

As part of her PhD, Dr. Hardwick has refined the way we perform and interpret upper airway endoscopy in young horses. Her research has paved the way for more consistent evaluations, empowering breeders, buyers, and veterinarians to make informed decisions. These advancements have directly influenced the Thoroughbred yearling sales endoscopy process in Australia and New Zealand, raising standards in both methodology and grading systems. 🏇💨

Follow the links to read Dr Hardwick's publications:

https://shorturl.at/se42n
https://shorturl.at/STBkA
https://shorturl.at/GqbY0
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/avj.13332

We’re incredibly proud to have Dr. Hardwick on our team, contributing both in the clinic and to the wider equine industry! 💚

05/05/2025

🐴✨ Here at Animal Dermatology Clinic, we’re proud to support horses with skin and allergy problems!

Recently, we had the pleasure of helping a lovely horse who came in with his support horse by his side. 🐎❤️

We offer intradermal allergy testing - the gold standard for diagnosing environmental allergies in horses. The test helps identify triggers like grasses, weeds, molds, and dust mites, so we can create a tailored treatment plan.

All equine patients are seen in collaboration with the Equine Services team at The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University, ensuring they receive the highest level of care from a full specialist team.

If your horse is experiencing itchy skin, hives, or other signs of allergies, we’re here to help! 🩺 Call us on (08) 6277 9430 to find out more.

26/04/2025

🌏World Veterinary Day 2025🌏

“Animal Health Takes a Team”

At The Animal Hospital, we’re proud to stand with the veterinary community around the globe in recognising this year’s World Veterinary Day theme: “Animal Health Takes a Team.”

Veterinary care is rarely a solo effort. Behind every pet, farm animal, or equine patient is a
dedicated team of vets, nurses, technicians, support staff, researchers, and so many others, all working together to provide the best possible care.

This day is a timely reminder that high-quality veterinary services depend on collaboration,
communication, and shared commitment. Whether we’re in the consult room, out in the field, or behind the scenes, every member of our team plays a vital role in supporting animal health and wellbeing.

Here’s to the power of teamwork—today and every day!💚

25/04/2025

🌹 Lest We Forget 🌹

Today we pause to honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of all who have served, man and animal, and continue to serve our country.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Correspondences from Australian soldiers beautifully depicts the mutually beneficial and dynamic connection between soldiers and animals that embodied how they were embraced as mascots and pets with whom they served alongside.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The Purple Poppy is a symbol worn to remember animals that served and lost their lives in war.

17/04/2025

💚 Easter Weekend Update 💚

As we head into the Easter long weekend, we’d like to take a moment to wish all our clients and their much-loved animals, a safe, happy, and relaxing holiday.

👉 A quick reminder that while our regular services will pause over the Easter weekend, our small and large animal teams are available for emergencies 24/7, throughout the entire break.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us. You’ll find all emergency contact details on our website, or you can call us directly at 1300 652 494

From the team at The Animal Hospital 💚

08/04/2025

Online Bookings now Available!

We are thrilled to announce that online bookings are now available fo our equine services! Whether it’s a routine check-up, lameness exam, or specialised care, scheduling your next appointment has never been easier.

Simply visit the link below and create your personalised account, where you will be able to schedule appointments, keep up to date with your pet’s vaccination status, and review your financials.

We look forward to hearing from you! 🐎💚

https://bit.ly/4bSu5uQ

02/04/2025

Are you a Veterinary Professional in Western Australia?

Don't forget to register your attendance for our information evening next week!

This event wouldn't be possible without the support of Hill’s Pet Nutrition and Passing Paws Pet Cremations.

We can't wait to see you there!

Registrations are now open for our April information evening!

We welcome all Veterinarians and Veterinary Nurses registered in WA to join us at this event, which is a unique opportunity to network, share knowledge, and gain insights into the latest advancements in veterinary medicine.

🕒 Date: April 10, 2025, 6:30pm.

📍 Location: The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University

Please note that registrations are essential, and the evening is only open to qualified veterinary professionals.

🔗 Register now: https://forms.office.com/r/aDNmpByrRx

The Animal Hospital At Murdoch University

01/04/2025

💚 Welcome our Interns! 💚

We’re excited to introduce our new equine interns, Dr. Sarah Cook and Dr. Georgia Simich!

They’ll be joining us for the next year, diving into all aspects of equine medicine, from emergencies and intensive care to orthopaedic examinations and surgical cases.

We are thrilled to have them on board. If you see them around, be sure to say hi! 💚🐎

13/02/2024

We are extremely excited to be heading to the Equine Health and Wellness Expo in just over a week! It is an incredible opportunity for the horse owners of Perth to be immersed in all aspects of equine health and wellness, presented by our esteemed colleagues!

The Equine Services team will be hosting a stand at the trade fair!

If you haven’t already bought your tickets, make sure you do using the discount code TAHMU10
We can’t wait to see everyone there! 💚🐎

The Animal Hospital At Murdoch University
Equine Health and Wellness Expo