Olympus 24 hour Animal Hospital & Specialist Referral Center

15/12/2023

Cranial cruciate ligament rupture surgery (TPLO) - Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy

One of the routine specialist surgeries performed at Olympus 24-hour Animal Hospital on a regular basis.

Many of you have had an incident where your beloved canine companion injured his/her Cruciate ligament (Fairly common cause of lameness in dogs)

One of the important functions of the cruciate ligament is to prevent backward sliding of the femur on the tibia bone, also known as drawer motion

- Rupture of this ligament leads to debilitating lameness

- The TPLO surgery compared to other techniques results in

* a more rapid recovery

* better range of motion of the joint

* development of less arthritis

* return to athletic or working activity

- Most dogs have a very good outcome with TPLO surgery

Here is a few pictures of Dr Hermien Viljoen, our Specialist Surgeon doing a TPLO on a Golden Retriever, named Cooper and owned by Nicci Funke.

12/12/2023

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12/12/2023

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Thanks so much Dr Hermien and team for the amazing service with our Duke this weekend!! Fabulous service all round.

10/12/2023

Our team just finished another successful synchronized equine breeding week at the world renowned, Mountain View Saddlebred Stud.

For the last few years it has been one of our highlights to attend to all the breeding work of this magnificent stud and below are some pictures of the newly born foals of the previous breeding season. ♥️♥️♥️

Thank you Kristy and Irene van der Westhuizen for the opportunity and hospitality. Till next year!!

02/12/2023

Olympus 24hour Animal Hospital Year-end function and awards ceremony!!

We are extremely proud of our wonderful team and thankful for every team members's hard work, dedication and commitment throughout the year!!

Each one of you has become family and has a very special place in our hearts!!

To many more years of unconditional teamwork and exceptional veterinary practice. ♥️♥️♥️

20/11/2023

Meet Zella, a very brave and loving Bull Terrier owned by Melaine and Hagan Smit. She had a terrible hit by car accident a few days ago and broke her right hind tibia and fibia . Our Specialist Surgeon, Dr Hermien Viljoen came to the rescue and fixed her fractured leg with a dynamic compression plate and screws. She is doing very well post surgery and is expected to make a full recovery.

16/11/2023

The festive season is a time for giving and this is our gift to you! 🎅🏼🎄

10/11/2023

Tick bite fever season‼️

Tick bite fever is a deadly disease in our doggies. Prevention is better and cheaper than cure.
Please contact us for your tick and flea prevention options.

Clinical signs to watch out for:
1. Fever
2. Lethargy, weakness
3. Inappetance
4. Pale or Yellow mucous membranes

06/11/2023

We would just like to give a quick shout out to Dr Hermien Viljoen, our specialist surgeon for her exceptional work and astonishing skill set!!

We would also like to thank all our fellow veterinary colleagues and practices from all over South Africa for all the referrals in the past month. We were overwhelmed with all the support and interesting referral cases that were entrusted in our care. Thank you!!

To all our loyal clients, thank you very much for entrusting your beloved pets in our care. We promise to keep up the level of compassion and commitment.

02/11/2023

We have some amazing clients.
Thank you for this lovely message ❤️

"Olympus diere hospitaal het ‘n hart vir diere , hulle sien nie net ‘n nommer nie.
Kaya was ‘n noodgeval , en omdat sy ‘n puppy nog is was dit moeilik om haar daar te los , ons is nuwe inwoners in die stad , maar kom ek sê julle , ek is kort-kort in kennis gestel van haar , ons mag gaan kuier het , ons mag gebel het.
Die span regdeur het so mooi na haar gekyk en soms “gekla”haar stembande werk , dis mense met ‘n sin vir humor, dis mense wat jou as ‘n honde Mamma raak sien , dis mense wat jou dier raak sien , dis mense wat opvolg met jou ,oor jou dier by die huis en selfs met jou , dis diere mense – die tipe wat nog yl gesaai is in die wereld.
Daar is ‘n band gevorm met my hond en ek sal julle ewig dankbaar wees.
Dankie is ‘n klein woord , maar my dankie is vol liefde en waardeering.
Dankie aan die hele Span van Ontvangs regdeur tot Agter , julle voel al soos familie na die 6 weke van Kaya se behandeling
Celest Butler"

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28/10/2023

Go Bokke!!!

27/10/2023

Today was a bitter sweet day at Olympus as we celebrated Dr Zandri Bergh's 30th birthday and the very sad going away of Dr Tatyana Botha.

Dr Zandri has been with us since the day we opened our doors, have been a tremendous contributer to the success of the practice and has saved multiple fur-baby lives. She is a team player and highly valued veterinarian and colleague in our team. ❤️❤️❤️

Dr Tatyana Botha has been head hunted to work in Australia and we knew she would have to leave us since the day started. She has given her patients and colleagues every piece of her being and we're proud of the extraordinary veterinarian she's become. We will always have a place for her at the practice and in our hearts. All of the best with your future endeavors. We know what ever you pursue will be a great success. We're going to miss you tremendously!! ❤️❤️❤️

24/10/2023

Meet Olympus Animal Hospital's newest fur-friend, Milly 🦮...

If the smile on her face wasn't obvious enough, Milly is a happy & healthy 6 year old female Bully. Her vaccinations and parasite treatment are up to date. She has no underlying diseases or heart conditions.

Just as humans donate blood to people in need, dogs can do the same. A dog can donate blood 5-6 times per year as long as they are healthy. Larger dogs can donate a bit more blood than smaller ones but every donation counts.

Thanks to this brave fur-baby Milly, another doggy's life has been saved. ❤️

If you're interested in registering your doggy to become a blood donor too, feel free contact us.
Every drop counts🦮🐾🤗

Love the Olympus Team

23/10/2023

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20/10/2023

Team Olympus supporting the Bokke all the way!!

06/10/2023

One of our highlights every year, for the last 6 years, is to attend to the World renowned Capital Warmblood stud's annual 3 year old castrations. This year our team castrated 41 spectacular Warmblood colts and were once again hosted at the beautiful 5 star Hartford house Hotel. Thank you very much for the opportunity Henning Pretorius. It's a privilege being associated with your legendary breeding program for so many consecutive years.

30/09/2023

Just a quick appreciation post...

We would like to thank all our loyal clients for their unconditional support since the day we opened our doors. Thank you for believing in us!! We promise to give our absolute best to your beloved pets, no matter what the circumstances may be!! We would also like to welcome and embrace our latest addition to our team; Specialist Small Animal Surgeon, Dr Hermien Viljoen!!

In the short time you've spent with us so far, all of us has learned a vast amount and your passion and drive for Veterinary Science has inspired our whole team to learn and become the best possible versions of ourselves. We are extremely excited for what the future has in store for us and we are proud to follow in your footsteps.

27/09/2023

25/09/2023

Happy birthday, Dearest Dr Santie Engelbrecht!! We are extremely blessed to have you in our lives!! Thank you for your kind heart and for always going the extra mile for your colleges and patients!! We appreciate and love you sincerely!! ♥️🎊♥️🎉♥️🎊♥️🎊♥️

21/09/2023

We're extremely excited to announce that Dr Hermien Viljoen (Specialist Veterinary Surgeon) will be joining our team permanently from the first of October 2023.

Many of you already had the privilege of meeting her as she has done multiple life-saving and life-changing procedures at Olympus 24-hour Animal Hospital.

Not only is she immensely gifted and passionate about veterinary science, she is also known for walking the extra mile for her patients and dive into any challenge the day may present.

She completed her MMedVet (Specialist degree in Small Animal Surgery) in 2022 after years of exceptional outcomes on referral cases from all over South Africa and endless examinations at Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital. She was also a much loved, award winning lecturer and has taught many veterinarians how to be the best versions of themselves.

We are honored to have her as our Team Leader and through her appointment, gain formal recognition as a Specialist Referral Center. We at Olympus take great pride in our team who make it possible to provide exceptional veterinary care in a world class facility at rates that welcome all.

Welcome to your new home, Dr Viljoen!! We are extremely excited to follow your lead in taking Olympus 24-hour Animal Hospital to the next and very best level!

06/09/2023

Stray Found ‼️
Female stray Africanis found in Pretoria East.
If anybody has any information, please contact us.

19/08/2023

Injured Chow Chow Stray Found. ‼️
Please share so we can find the owners ASAP.

26/07/2023

‼️FOUND‼️
This sweetheart was picked up in Zeerust street, in Faerie Glen.
Unfortunately no Microchip.
Proof of ownership required.
Please share so we can find the owners.

05/07/2023

We are extremely proud and excited to formally welcome Dr Tatyana Botha as part of our team of exceptional veterinarians!!

Many of you already had the privilege to meet her as she was at our practice every available second she had in her off time during her community service year in Germiston.

She is one of the most passionate and enthusiastic individuals you'll come across and her unwavering passion for veterinary science makes her a force to be recond with.

Although she has been head hunted to work abroad, we are very fortunate to have her undivided commitment for the next few months.❤️❤️❤️

02/07/2023

It is with great sadness and excitement that we had a farewell for Dr Kenneth and Danielle who are both leaving us for new adventures. Dr Kenneth, one of our night vets are immigrating to Australia and Danielle, one of our night shift receptionists is starting a new career in aviation. Thank you both for all the hard work you've put into helping build Olympus 24 hour Animal Hospital to where we are today. Your hard work is truly appreciated. All of the best with your new endeavors. Farewell, but not goodbye!!

29/05/2023

We are extremely proud and thankful for yet another one of these prestigious accolades!!

As many of you know Beeld has an annual competition to celebrate small businesses in terms of service, cost efficiency and after service.

In the veterinary category Olympus 24 hour Animal Hospital achieved a wonderful 2nd place, voted from all veterinary practices in South Africa and Namibia.

Last year we received a 3rd place and are astonished to hear that we've moved up with one spot, a big thanks to all our loyal clients and exceptional staff.

We have recently renovated and expanded our 24 hour hospital, upgraded our diagnostic equipment and we aim to deliver the best possible service and care for your beloved pets the industry has to offer!!

We appreciate each and every one of our clients and team members tremendously!! Thank you for everyone who voted for us!! A huge congratulations to our fellow practices!!

We will continue to do our best and look after your animals with endless love and compassion. Much love, Team Olympus.

27/05/2023

They say work hard, play hard and we sure do!!

22/05/2023

To celebrate our newly renovated and expanded hospital we are running a special for the next few months!! Be sure to make your booking asap!! 🐕🐈‍⬛🐈🐩❤️❤️❤️

02/05/2023

Doggy found over the weekend.
Old male Jack Russell, that appears blind.
Please help us find his owners.

29/04/2023

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"Hallo aan my mamma se FB mense!
My naam is Ludwig en ek wil vir julle vertel van die Oulike dokters by Olympus 24 hour Animal Hospital.
Eers het my ma en pa my laat "snip-snip", en dit was gladnie so erg soos ek gedink het dit gaan wees nie. Ek was wel bietjie stout met die lek, en moes 'n cone kry.... 🤦🏻‍♀️

Maar sjoe julle, toe word ek baaaaaaie siek hierdie week. Ouma het my dokter toe gevat - die dokters sê dit was Bosluiskoors, en ek het net betyds by hulle aangekom!!!
Na hulle my die regte medisyne geggee het was ek sommer gou gou weer my nat-neus-self! Baie dankie dokters! Ek lê weer lekker op my plekkie op die bank!

My pa sê ek het bietjie maer geword (julle kan seker sien in die foto's) so hy gee vir my bietjie ekstra snoeps 😋...
My ma kan ook nie eers 'n mooi foto neem sonder dat my sussie Lilly haarself inwurm nie 🙄
As julle troeteldiere nie lekker voel nie, of enige iets nodig het van kos tot check ups, gaan gerust na Olympus Animal Hospital.
Hulle is 24 uur oop, en ek is NOOIT bang om soon toe te gaan nie!

Liefde, Ludwig 🐾"

JD Mars
Mesadi Botha

27/04/2023

Please share far and wide!

27/04/2023

❗❗ LOST ❗❗
Please help us find this lost doggy by sharing!
If seen, please contact the hospital on 0127860967.

10/04/2023

Stray dog found
No microchip or collar or tag.
Please share so we can find this sweethearts owner!
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05/04/2023

🐈‍⬛🐈Just a reminder!! We've got your back!! 🐕🐩

04/04/2023

During Easter season hot cross buns are in everyone's kitchen.
These snacks should be kept very far away from our pets. These hot cross buns contain raisins which can be very toxic to our pets kidneys and some spices (such as nutmeg) can cause tummy upsets. And you never know which sweetener may be added in the recipe - Xylitol is extremely toxic.
Please keep your pets safe this Easter holiday.
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03/04/2023

Olympus Animal Hospital is looking for a new receptionist. Please read requirements carefully. Send your CV to [email protected] if interested.

01/04/2023

Stray dog found.
We are looking for this sweethearts owner.
He came in yesterday.
Found in Olympus, in Tonetti street.
No microchip, no collar or tag.
Proof of ownership required.

30/03/2023

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11/03/2023

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09/03/2023

Dear Clients,

As many of you already know, we are currently expanding our hospital building and construction as well as renovations are under way.

We are still and will remain open and fully functional during this time.

We have acquired the building adjacent to our hospital and we will soon have double the floor space than before.

We are extremely excited about our 2nd state of the art operating theater, new ICU ward, diagnostic imaging room, new dog and cat wards as well as our new physio and rehabilitation facilities.

Parking will also drastically increase..

Please bare with us during this time, we are taking extra precautions to ensure our patients remain comfortable and undisturbed during the renovation process.

Thank you very much to our loyal clients for your understanding and unconditional support, you will certainly reap the benefits!!

Much love,
Team Olympus