Pittwater Animal Hospital

21/12/2024

Are you missing this sweet little thing. She is 19 years old and we think her name is Polly. Her microchip is not registered on any NSW data base but to a national one that has her location in Victoria.
She was found in Clareville. Please call us on 9913 7979 if you own her or know her owner.

20/12/2024

🎄 Special Christmas Time hours at Pittwater Animal Hospital! 🎄
We love looking after your pets, especially during the festive season! From now until January 3rd, we’ll be operating on:
✨ Weekdays: 9am-5pm
✨ Weekends: Normal hours
✨ Public Holidays: Closed

Enjoy the holidays and remember, if your pet needs urgent care while we're closed, our friends at NEVS are here for emergencies. Let's keep those tails wagging and purrs going strong this Christmas! 🐾

20/12/2024

🎄 Christmas Hours at Pittwater Animal Hospital
✨ Weekdays: 9am-5pm
✨ Weekends: Normal
✨ Public Holidays: Closed

17/12/2024

UPDATE: ADOPTED

Meet Blitzen 🩷

This little miss was transferred to us from the Northside Emergency Services.
She is quite shy when first meeting new people but quickly starts to show off her sassy confidence.

She has been spending time with our other kittens Dasher & Prancer (who are still available for adoption) and they’ve become good friends.
We didn’t want her feeling all alone!

Let’s get this little cutie the home that she deserves!

Pet Details 📝
Name: Blitzen
Age: 8 weeks old
Breed: DSH, Black
S*x: Female
Temperament: Adventurous, confident, loves to explore.

Adoption fee is $290 which includes;
✅ Desexing
✅ Vaccinations
✅ Microchipping
✅Council registration
✅Flea / tick / worming preventions

To meet Blitzen please follow the link to make an online booking. ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://pittwateranimalhospital.com.au/cats/adoption/

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17/12/2024

UPDATE: BOTH ADOPTED!!

Meet Comet 💙 & Cupid 🩷

These little cuties did not have any start at life. They came into us 2 months ago, they were found during construction on a building.

On arrival to us, they were barely conscious, a litter of 5 freezing cold & soaking wet little kittens.
Our fabulous nurses & vets got them through day 1 but unfortunately as the days went past we lost 3 of them.
Thanks to the incredible care from our foster carer, these two little fighters made it through & are stronger than ever!!

As you can see by the photos & videos, these kittens are very well handled and love other cats & even dogs.

We would love to be able to get them into their forever homes by Christmas.

Pet Details 📝
Name: Comet - ADOPTED
Age: 8 weeks old
Breed: DSH, Tabby
S*x: Male
Temperament: Affectionate, friendly, adventurous & loves a cuddle.

Pet Details 📝
Name: Cupid - ADOPTED
Age: 8 weeks old
Breed: DSH, Tabby
S*x: Female
Temperament: Affectionate, friendly, adventurous & loves a cuddle

Adoption fee is $290 which includes;
✅ Desexing
✅ Vaccinations
✅ Microchipping
✅Council registration
✅Flea / tick / worming preventions

To meet Santa’s reindeer please follow the link to make an online booking. ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://pittwateranimalhospital.com.au/cats/adoption/

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16/12/2024

🎄✨ PAH Christmas Party Fun! ✨🎄

At Pittwater Animal Hospital, we take your pet's health very seriously... but when it comes to our Christmas party, we know how to have a good time too!

This year, we celebrated the season with an amazing night out at Bar Viente in Mona Vale. The highlight? Our hilarious Evil Santa gift-stealing competition, which was a total hit (and caused plenty of laughs and "friendly" thievery)!

We’re so lucky to have such a fabulous team, and it’s always a joy to celebrate together after a year of hard work.

Wishing all our PAH families a safe and happy holiday season! 🎁🐾

10/12/2024

Meet Prancer 💙 & Dasher 💙

These two little cuties were picked up by Dee why police and taken to Northside emergency hospital and from there they were transferred to us.

These two are quite nervous initially, understandably so given they have been without their mum from a young age.

These little cuties need homes that are going to be patient & understanding that they will need time to feel comfortable in their new environment.

Can we find these little cuties homes before Christmas?!

Pet Details 📝
Name: Prancer
Age: 8 weeks old
Breed: DSH, White & grey
S*x: Male
Temperament: Timid initially & adventurous.

Pet Details 📝
Name: Dasher
Age: 8 weeks old
Breed: DSH, Grey & white
S*x: Male
Temperament: Timid initially & adventurous.

Adoption fee is $290 which includes;
✅ Desexing
✅ Vaccinations
✅ Microchipping
✅Council registration
✅Flea / tick / worming preventions

To meet these little cuties please follow the link to make an online booking. ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://pittwateranimalhospital.com.au/cats/adoption/

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10/12/2024

UPDATE: Axel has been adopted!!

Meet Axel 💙

A couple of weeks ago, on a very hot Sunday. We received a phone call from a member of public reporting that they had a black & white cat in their backyard that was unable to walk properly. The member of public was unable to catch the cat as he was hissing and trying to bite them. After exhausting all options to get the cat to us, one of our caring nurses drove to Brookvale (in her own time) to rescue him.

It was very clear on arrival that the cat had tick poisoning and wouldn’t have survived without intervention.
This is how his name came about, he looked like he had broken a wheel axel because the tick poisoning had severely affected his hind legs.

Since his tick treatment, Axel has been very appreciative of his rescue. He is extremely affectionate, loves pats and loves a good head bump.

Axel has been out defending himself for sometime and for that reason we are looking for a home with NO other cats as he does become quite defensive.

Axel has had a second chance at life and we are looking at getting him in a secure home with someone to look after him so he never has to go through all of this again.

Pet Details 📝
Name: Axel
Age: 1 year old
Breed: DSH, Black & white
S*x: Male
Temperament: Friendly, affectionate, adventurous.

Adoption fee is $150 which includes;
✅ Desexing
✅ Vaccinations
✅ Microchipping
✅Council registration
✅Flea / tick / worming preventions

To meet Axel please follow the link to make an online booking. ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://pittwateranimalhospital.com.au/cats/adoption/

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10/12/2024

Been ADOPTED
Sadie 🩷

Sadie is our most long standing stray and has been with us since the 14th of July.
Sadie came into to us heavily pregnant and gave birth to 3 beautiful tabby kittens on the 12th August. You all might remember - Milo, Daisy & Coconut.

Since then Sadie has been caring for a litter of stray kittens that arrived at PAH at only 5 days old. Unfortunately not all of them survived but the two that did were because of the beautiful care from this amazing cat.

Sadie is an absolutely beautiful cat, extremely affectionate, gets along with other cats, dogs and children.

Finally it’s Sadie’s turn to find her forever home and we would love to get her that home before Christmas.

Please note: Sadie is the black adult cat in the photos. The kittens in the photos have already been adopted!

Pet Details 📝
Name: Sadie
Age: 2 years old
Breed: DSH, Black
S*x: Female
Temperament: Friendly, affectionate, caring, sweetheart.

Adoption fee is $150 which includes;
✅ Desexing
✅ Vaccinations
✅ Microchipping
✅Council registration
✅Flea / tick / worming preventions

To meet Sadie please follow the link to make an online booking. ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://pittwateranimalhospital.com.au/cats/adoption/

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21/11/2024

As vets at PAH, we’re always checking what tick control your pets are on and when they had their last dose. Last week, a regular patient ended up with tick paralysis because his protection wasn’t up-to-date.

Help us keep your pet’s records current by filling out the Preventative Health Review online. We’ll update our files and let you know if anything’s missing. Stay safe—paralysis ticks are everywhere! 🐾

Dog review: https://pittwateranimalhospital.com.au/preventative-health-review/
Cat review: https://pittwateranimalhospital.com.au/preventative-health-review-cats/

Ensure your dog’s health is on track with Pittwater Animal Hospital’s Preventative Health Review. From vaccinations to tick, flea, and worm prevention, our easy online form helps keep your dog protected and their medical record up-to-date. Serving Northern Beaches pets for over 60 years.

18/11/2024

Meet Milo, an 11-year-old Pomeranian cross with a big heart and a tiny smile! 🐶💖 Milo recently came to us with an infected left upper canine tooth. The infection had caused a purulent sinus tract high above the tooth, making it clear that extraction was the best option to help Milo feel better.

Our team carefully performed the surgery, and we’re thrilled to report that Milo recovered wonderfully! 🎉 He's now back to his happy, tail-wagging self, ready to take on the world with a pain-free smile. 😁

Dental health is so important for our furry friends. If your pet shows signs of discomfort while eating, bad breath, or any unusual swelling around the mouth, it’s always best to have it checked out. Milo’s story is a great reminder of how prompt care can make a big difference!

We love seeing Milo’s sweet face around here and are so glad we could help him feel his best again. 🐕❤️ Check out the link to the extraction.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/NaGGXpoiq5Y

12/11/2024

Dr. Heidi found this large tick on a big dog today. Fortunately, the dog showed no signs of paralysis. This female tick could have laid thousands of eggs! Please be vigilant with your pets—our clinic has seen an increase in tick cases, and we’re treating many sick dogs and cats.

11/11/2024

Did you know you can message our reception team directly during weekday opening hours? 🐾 Just click the red circle in the corner to chat with Kelly, Kat, Riley, or Suzie! It’s a quick and convenient way to make an enquiry, book a procedure, follow up on an insurance claim, or get an update on your pet’s progress if they’re in hospital.

For medication refills, head to our Medication Refill page on the website. If you want to ensure your pet is fully protected, you can also fill out our Preventative Medication Review form to confirm they’re covered for tick, flea, and worm prevention. 🐶🐱

Appointments can be booked anytime through our website portal! 📲

10/11/2024

Our friends at NEVS and TPS are jointly running Pups in the Pubs today at Freshwater Brewing Company at Brookvale. There are lots of give aways and a raffle. Plus you can have your puppies Santa Photos done...the perfect gift for any discerning dog owner.

04/11/2024

This is one from the archives! 📜🐾 A few years ago, we met Frank, a handsome young chocolate Labrador Retriever, who came in with a strange-looking lump. Here’s his story!

Almost a year before his surgery, a raised skin growth appeared on Frank’s right side, just behind his shoulder. Initially, it seemed like it could’ve been from his harness rubbing, but when it didn’t settle, his family brought him to see Dr. Jill King at PAH.

After examining the large lesion, Dr. Jill decided it needed to be removed. Frank came in on a surgery morning, had a sedative to relax, a routine blood test (all normal!), and then a full general anaesthetic. Once his fur was clipped, the true size of the lump was revealed – an impressive 15cm by 6cm!

Dr. Jill removed the entire mass, including the fat layer beneath, and closed up with deep, absorbable sutures and a neat 20cm incision line. Frank woke up happy and pain-free, ready for a quiet week of recovery at home. Ten days later, his wound had healed beautifully.

So, what was the lump? The lab results showed it was a Fibroadnexal Hamartoma – a benign hair follicle tumor that was completely excised with clear margins.

Today, Frank’s fur has fully grown back, and you’d never know he had surgery! He’s as handsome as ever and back to his adventures. 🐶💙

28/10/2024

From the Archives: When Should I Worry About a Lump on My Dog? 🐾

This is a common question with no simple answer!

As dogs age, they often develop various skin and under-the-skin lumps, like lipomas, sebaceous adenomas, skin tags, and sebaceous cysts. While these can be unsightly, they’re often harmless.

So, when should you be concerned?

Our vets are skilled at examining lumps and discussing options with you. Removing a lump typically requires surgery under general anaesthetic, so it’s essential to carefully assess each case.

A good rule of thumb? During your dog’s annual vaccination, write down any lumps you’ve noticed so we can review them together. Some lumps might need a fine needle aspirate—a quick test that can provide valuable information (an extra charge applies).

Surgery is generally recommended for lumps that are rapidly growing, changing, located in tricky spots, or are excessively large. Trust your instincts, too; if a lump once considered harmless starts changing or causes concern, it’s worth revisiting.

This is Kel, a 10-year-old Labrador. 🐶 His owner noticed a skin lump on his inner thigh had started to change, prompting a vet visit. Dr. Tanian performed a fine needle aspirate, which showed it was likely a Mast Cell tumour.

Kel went in for surgery with Dr. Jill, who, upon anaesthetising him, discovered the lump had a deeper swelling below. This is common with Mast Cell tumours and meant a wider margin was necessary for safe excision.

As you can see, Kel was left with a large incision to ensure complete removal. He had to stay calm and wear an E-collar to protect the wound. One week later, despite his best efforts to remove his E-collar and lick the stitches out (!), his wound was healing beautifully. Lab results confirmed it was a Grade 1 Mast Cell tumour, fully removed—a fantastic result! 🌟

If your pet has a lump that’s causing you concern, book an appointment with your veterinarian for a thorough assessment.

22/10/2024

21/10/2024

UPDATE: Daisy has been adopted!!

UPDATE: Unfortunately, we are sad to report that through no fault of her own, Daisy has been returned to us and is now available for adoption again.

Daisy 🩷

Daisy was born in care with us. She has spent the past 9 weeks being cared for by our amazing foster carer. Given her pampered up bringing, she is super friendly & affectionate and mum is a very calm & friendly cat.
Please note: we do not rehome our kittens to households with already 2 or more cats.

Pet Details 📝
Name: Daisy
Age: 10 weeks old
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
S*x: Female
Temperament: friendly, outgoing, affectionate

Adoption fee is $290 which includes;
✅ Desexing
✅ Vaccinations
✅ Microchipping
✅Council registration
✅Flea / tick / worming preventions

To meet Daisy please follow the link to make an online booking. ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://pittwateranimalhospital.com.au/cats/adoption/

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