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Sunbury Animal Hospital

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Our services include:
Medicine - A full range of diagnostic tests and treatments
Surgery - Soft tissue and orthopaedic
Pet Food - Premium and prescription foods
Puppy Pre-School Classes - Knowledge to set your puppy up for a healthy and happy life
Anaesthetics - Safe anaesthesia and effective pain control
Hospitalisation - Patients stay in comfortable, climate controlled wards (seperate dog and

cat wards, intensive care and isolation wards)
Radiology - x-rays
Ultrasound - Abdominal, heart and pregnancy
Pharmacy - Extensive range to provide the best possible care
Pathology - Blood profiles and many other tests are performed here in the hospital
Dentistry - Scale and polish or extractions

11/07/2025

Just a "heads-up" that the hospital will be closing early at 6.00pm on MONDAY 14th JULY. We'll open as normal again the following day: 8.00am to 7.00pm.
Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

09/07/2025

❓Q: My pet has the same skin and ear issues it got last year, can I just get the medicine for this without seeing the vet?
A: No
We cannot legally re-dispense veterinary medications at all to your pet if we have not seen them for that specific issue within the last 6 months. This law is in place to ensure that vet practices are prescribing medication(s) correctly and safely to all of their patients.
We understand the frustration that can ensue when you are told that you need to bring your pet back in for another skin or ear check, but our vets must perform these checks and diagnostic tests to prescribe the correct medication for the problem(s) safely. It may appear to be the same problem to you – but after examination it may not be or it may differ in severity or cause, which can change our treatment plan(s). If it is a problem that is occurring regularly, your vet may also be able to help you work out why your pet is experiencing this problem again and may be able to help come up with a plan to prevent or reduce the risk of the re-occurrence.
..Pics of Nurse Jacqui's pets for attention 🥰😉

07/07/2025

❓Q: Does my pet really need protection against heartworms?
A: Yes ✅💚
Even though Victoria as a whole is not a high-risk area for heartworms (typically more common in warmer and humid climates) – there is still the possibility of spread due to people travelling to these areas with their pets and there are diagnosed cases in Victoria each year. Heartworms are spread via mosquito bites – refer to the picture for the life cycle of heartworms (sourced from: Zoetis). All it takes is one mosquito bite from a mosquito carrying the microfilariae to bite your dog or cat – then they become infected.
There are many options for heartworm prevention for cats and dogs. If your pet has never been on a preventative then they will need to be tested for heartworms prior to starting a preventative. Give us a call on 9744 3611 if you have any questions.

04/07/2025

Happy JULY! ❄️☔️🐾🐶🐱
Stay tuned in to our posts this month as we answer some of the common questions that we get asked.
Do you have a burning vet or pet care question for us?
Feel free to send us a message privately or comment below ⤵️ and we may pick your question to answer in an upcoming post!
.. Pics of Nurse Elisa's fur-babies for attention 😉😍

30/06/2025

‼️REMINDER
Sign your pet up to the 12 month Best For Pet Wellness Plan today and receive 1 month FREE! (Limited time offer - simply use the promo code listed on the website)

What's included in a Best For Pet Wellness Plan?
🐱Annual Core Vaccinations
🐶Unlimited consultations
🐱24/7 VetChat
🐶$250 off a Dental Procedure
🐱10% off Professional Services
🐶10% off Food and Merchandise
🐱10% off Parasite Protection
🐶Annual Wellness Screen (includes a blood and urine test)
🐱Microchip
🐶4 x Nail Trims

FAQ
❓Which pets can access the BFP Wellness Plan?
Currently only available for cats and dogs.
❓How much does it cost?
Best for Pet Annual Wellness Plan costs $540 which can be paid upfront or as a recurring monthly fee of $45 for the 12 months.
❓Are their any waiting periods or age limits?
None whatsoever! Once signed up you can begin utilising everything in the plan and there's no age limits to sign up. You can sign your pet up for a wellness plan at any time.
❓How do I sign up?
Online - tap the link to sign up: https://bestforpet.com.au/

27/06/2025

🦷Dental Care for Senior Pets🦷
Keeping our older pets on a home dental care regimen is still highly important to keep their mouth and teeth healthy.
70-80% of pets over the age of 3 have some form of dental disease! If the pet has had dental disease previously then it will be progressing as they age. In order to significantly slow the process down we need to help out by brushing their teeth daily.
Feel free to pop in to the hospital to pick up a FREE Pet Home Dental Care Guide at any time!

23/06/2025

Exercise for Senior Pets – It's still very important!
You've heard the saying "if you don't use it, you lose it", this can ring true for your pets muscles too. Keeping your pet mobile by having regular play/exercise time can help keep their muscles stronger for longer. If you'd like to talk about an exercise plan for your senior cat or dog - chat to you vet during your appointment so they can recommend some activities that are safe and suited specifically to your pets' needs.

20/06/2025

MORE Senior Pet (and general pet care tips!):

Early detection of health problems in pets is the best. Here's what's important to keep track of as your pet ages that can help you to pick up on potential problems early:
🐾Take notice of how much they eat and drink each day. Knowing what's normal and abnormal for your pet is important
🐾Get in the habit of feeling along their entire body - this will help you notice any lumps and bumps that may appear
🐾Ensure their wee and poo's look normal (i.e. not runny, bloody, absent etc.)
🐾Watch how they walk and move around:
- Are they limping?
- Struggling to get up?
- Slowing down on walks?
- Taking longer to recover after activity?
- Not willing to or are they hesitating to run/jump?
- Or are they looking stiff?
Our vets can help with this.
🐾Look at their eyes regularly and notice any changes (e.g. cloudy eyes, squinting, watery, discharge, crust, redness etc.) - get these checked by your vet
🐾Take notice of how their teeth and gums look:
- Do the teeth appear brown or yellow-ish?
- Are their gums red?
- Do they have bad breath, drool or paw at their face?
- Do they only eat soft foods?
They may be suffering from dental pain and/or disease.

Please call us on 9744 3611 if you're concerned about any of the above things in your pet of if something has changed for them. We're happy to give advice.

18/06/2025

The time has come to say our farewells to the wonderful Dr. Kelen today as she works her last shift with us.
Dr. Kelen is headed back to her homeland in ✈️America. We are so sad to watch her go as she's been a valued team member with us for the past 3 and a half years. While we're sad for us – we're also very excited for Dr. Kelen to be heading home to family and to start her next chapter as a vet. We wish her nothing but the best and bon voyage!
We'll miss you Dr. Kelen! 🐾🐱🐶😘❤

17/06/2025

NEW OFFER ALERT!
Best For Pet Wellness Plans AVAILABLE NOW!

What's included in a Best For Pet Wellness Plan?
🐱Annual Core Vaccinations
🐶Unlimited consultations
🐱24/7 VetChat
🐶$250 off a Dental Procedure
🐱10% off Professional Services
🐶10% off Food and Merchandise
🐱10% off Parasite Protection
🐶Annual Wellness Screen (includes a blood and urine test)
🐱Microchip
🐶4 x Nail Trims

IF YOU SIGN UP NOW - GET 1 MONTH FOR FREE!! (Limited time only! Use Promo code on website)

FAQ
❓Which pets can access the BFP Wellness Plan?
🐾Currently only available for cats and dogs.
❓How much does it cost?
🐾Best for Pet Annual Wellness Plan costs $540 which can be paid upfront or as a recurring monthly fee of $45 for the 12 months.
❓Are their any waiting periods or age limits?
🐾None whatsoever! Once signed up you can begin utilising everything in the plan and there's no age limits to sign up. You can sign your pet up for a wellness plan at any time.
❓How do I sign up?
🐾Online - tap the link to sign up: https://bestforpet.com.au/wellness-plan/

16/06/2025

Tips that can help our senior-aged pets:
🐾Getting them checked routinely by a vet every 6 months
🐾Provide supportive bedding (memory foam is fantastic!)
🐾Ensure bedding and food/water sources are easy to access (e.g. not upstairs or on uneven ground)
🐾Ensure any kennels and outdoor beds are well insulated by having them slightly elevated off the ground and supply them with lots of warm blankets (even consider pet-safe heat pads such as "Snuggle safe")
🐾Consider elevating their food bowls approximately 10cm off the ground so your pet doesn't have to bend down to reach them
🐾Ensure they can access where they go to the toilet with ease (e.g. for cats: consider a litter tray with lower sides)
🐾Consider lifting them into the car if they are struggling or are stiff/sore
🐾Keep in mind that their senses can start to deteriorate and be patient with them
🐾Keep up to date with vaccinations (this is often forgotten in senior pets)
🐾Keep up to date with flea and worming treatments
🐾Continue with home dental care practices to keep their mouth healthy and comfortable
🐾Nail care – older pets (cat's included) can experience issues with overgrown nails, check their nail growth regularly and give their nails a clip if needed to prevent painful overgrown nails.

13/06/2025

Let's talk about Abdominal Ultrasounds
Why do we recommend abdominal ultrasounds?
Abdominal ultrasounds enable us to visualise the organs within your pet's abdominal cavity (or belly). We are able to assess important organs such as the liver, spleen, kidneys, bladder, adrenal glands and even lymph nodes.
Abdominal ultrasounds are often a crucial part of diagnosing certain disease processes or tumours, which helps our vets devise treatment plans.

Address

Sunbury, VIC

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 7pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 7pm
Saturday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

(03) 9744 3611

Website

http://www.sunburyanimalhospital.com.au/

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