Burwood & Bay Veterinary Hospital

10/10/2025

Happy Vet Nurse Day to our incredible team of veterinary nurses! 🐾 👩‍⚕️

Today we celebrate the heart and soul of our clinic the compassionate, skilled, and dedicated professionals who care for every patient as if they were their own.

Without their kindness to every animal and owner, their tireless work behind the scenes and their unwavering support to make our clinic the special place it is.

We are so grateful for everything you do, every single day. Thank you for your passion, your strength, and your love!

03/10/2025

28/08/2025

This is our patient Rusty, a much-loved elderly ginger cat 🐾

Here you can see an x-ray of his lower molars. The teeth marked with arrows didn’t look too alarming above the gum line, but underneath they were badly diseased.

Rusty has feline resorptive lesions – a common and painful condition where a cat’s own body starts to eat away at the teeth. The middle tooth in this image also shows bone loss around the roots.

The tricky part is that so much of this disease is hidden below the surface – a bit like an iceberg 🧊. What we can see in the mouth is often only a fraction of the problem.

That’s why dental x-rays are essential. They let us see the full picture so we can treat painful teeth that would otherwise go unnoticed.

Rusty has had dentisty today and will feel much more comfortable now that these teeth are treated – helping him get back to enjoying life without a sore mouth. ❤️🐱

16/08/2025

‼️MISSING‼️

Leo has been missing since Tuesday morning, he usually goes on daily adventures but did not return. Leo is a nervous cat and may be hiding in a stairwell, garage or shed, so please keep a look out for him.

Please call the clinic on 9745 2600 if you have any information or siting, or comment on this post so his owners are able to see as well

11/08/2025

This gorgeous girl, Lucille, was in with us today for a dental procedure. She ended up needing three extractions 🦷. She’s had some tricky experiences with general anaesthesia in the past at another practice, so our team took extra care to tailor her anaesthetic medications specifically to her needs.

Along with this, we used a multiparameter monitor to keep a close eye on her heart rate, breathing, oxygen levels, blood pressure and more — all in real time — to make sure everything stayed safe and stable throughout.

Safe veterinary anaesthesia is all about:
- Careful pre-anaesthetic assessment of your pet’s health
- Choosing the right drugs and doses for their individual needs
- Skilled monitoring from start to finish (and during recovery)

We’re pleased to say Lucille sailed through today’s procedure and is now home resting no doubt being spoilt after her big day.

04/08/2025

Little Sake the Brussels Griffon gave everyone a scare after munching on some mysterious seed pods at the park! 🌱😬

This curious pup ended up needing a vet visit to make sure everything was okay. Seed pods can sometimes be toxic to dogs, so it’s always important to keep an eye on what they’re nibbling during walks.

Thankfully, Sake is doing well now—but let this be a reminder to all pet parents: nature snacks aren’t always safe! 🐾💚

18/07/2025

Tsar, a gentle and wise borzoi, visits Dr Olivia, who specialises in animal acupuncture. 🪡

🍵 This therapy to help manage Tsar’s arthritis and improve his overall well-being.

🍵 Acupuncture works by inserting very fine needles into specific points on the body, stimulating the nervous system, increasing blood flow, and releasing natural pain-relieving chemicals.

🍵 For animals like Tsar, this treatment can reduce inflammation, ease chronic pain, and even improve mobility and energy levels. With regular sessions, Dr Olivia helps Tsar live a more comfortable and active life, showing how holistic approaches can make a real difference in veterinary care.

🍵 As you can see he is a very well behaved boy, sitting and laying still whilst the needles are administered and allow time to connect with his body.

If you think this method may be appropriate for your animal, please contact the clinic on 9745 2600 to book a consultation with our veterinary team 😊📞

11/07/2025

Pickles, the charming tuxedo cat, came in today for his castration procedure. 🥒

This simple surgery plays a crucial role in promoting a healthier, happier life for pets like Pickles!!

Desexing not only prevents unwanted litters, but also helps reduce the risk of certain health issues and behavioural problems, such as spraying, roaming, and aggression.

It’s also an important step in addressing the overpopulation issue with colony cats, helping to reduce the number of animals that end up in shelters. 🏡

Pickles was a perfect patient, and he’s now on his way to a smoother, more settled life 🥰

27/06/2025

Congratulations to our lucky raffle winner, Lulu! 🥳🎉

As part of the May promotion for NexGard SPECTRA for cats, our clinic hosted a special raffle to celebrate this exciting product for flea, tick, mite and worm protection.

We’re thrilled to share the benefits of this innovative product with our clients, and we’re so happy that Lulu gets to be the face of this month’s lucky draw. 🐈❤️

Stay tuned for more promotions and giveaways! 😊

26/06/2025

‼️LOST BIRD‼️

Please contact Burwood and Bay Veterinary Hospital on 9745 2600 for further details if you have or know someone that has lost a pet bird.

23/06/2025

‼️ LOST PET LORIKEET ‼️

This beautiful pet lorikeet was found in a backyard of Zoeller Street Concord. It has clipped wings and is very talkative, handleable and friendly 🦜

If you or anyone you know has lost a pet, please call the clinic on 9745 2600

20/06/2025

Meet Benji, our sweet French Bulldog who recently underwent BOAS surgery — a transformative procedure for brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds like Frenchies. 💕

✨ What is BOAS?

BOAS stands for Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome, a condition that affects dogs with shortened skulls, often leading to breathing difficulties due to:

🐾 Narrow nostrils
🐾 Elongated soft palate
🐾 Obstructed airways

🐶 BOAS surgery helps by:

🐾 Widening the nostrils
🐾 Reshaping the soft palate
🐾 Improving airflow and overall comfort

Straight after his surgery it was clear that Benji was breathing easier, more comfortable, and clearly feeling his best. This procedure can significantly improve quality of life for affected breeds — and Benji is proof! 🐶✨

📍 We’re excited to now offer BOAS surgery at Burwood and Bay Vet — helping more pets like Benji breathe easy and live happier lives.

If you think your baby may benefit from this surgery, please contact the clinic on 9746 2600 for a consultation with one of our amazing vets 🩺