At Alstonville Vet, we have a dedicated operating theatre, where we are equipped and able to perform a wide range of soft tissue surgery, neutering procedures, orthopedic surgery in both elective and non-elective emergency cases.

XRAY, DENTAL XRAY & ULTRASOUND

We have comprehensive and state-of-the-art digital x-ray and ultrasound equipment on site which means that we can pursue a diagnosis promptly and all under one roof. 

Our dental x ray equipment enables us to offer a higher level of dental care by detecting painful problems below the gumline, where they might otherwise be missed.

We stock a full range of prescription drugs so that you don’t have to take a script away.  An extensive range of animal health and nutrition products are available for over the counter sale.

Our in-house blood testing equipment allows us to get results in less than 20 minutes in most cases. We have machines which are able to perform hematology, biochemistry, electrolyte and hormonal analysis. We also partner with external pathologists for more specialised investigations.

We offer veterinary nurse appointments for routine procedures such as nail/claw clips, suture removal, wound checks and dressing changes.

I joined the Alstonville team in 2023 while completing my studies in Veterinary Nursing. I’ve always had a deep passion for animals of all shapes and sizes. Gaining experience and confidence with all our furry friends, in our homes and on our beautiful planet. I enjoy all the finer things in life, crocheting, painting, playing guitar and getting out into nature in my spare time. I’m an old soul at heart. Vet nursing is my dream job, and couldn’t see myself doing anything else.

Specialisation is ever increasing in the veterinary profession. We partner with a wide range of nearby veterinary specialists in many disciplines: surgery (all types), oncology, ophthalmology, dermatology, internal medicine, imaging, dentistry, anaesthesia, emergency medicine, cardiology and behaviorists. This means that we are well placed to offer the “gold standard of care” at all times.  If we think that a problem is better dealt with by a specialist, we will not hesitate to offer specialist referral for the highest standard of care.

Our hospital wards are climate controlled, soundproofed for a calmer ambience, and most importantly are separate for cats and dogs, of course! The dog patients get quiet FM radio and the cat patients get peace and quiet!

At Alstonville Vet we believe in a “whole-of-animal” approach, based as much as possible on evidence based science. This includes all aspects of nutrition, along with tailoring diet plans to the individual pet’s life-stage, health status and owner preference.

A surprising amount of our work is to help you with behavioural problems in your pet. A successful companion animal relationship begins with making an appropriate choice when selecting your pet, then nurturing the behaviour with attention to socialisation, empathetic training and establishing healthy interactive habits. Our Puppy Pre-school is a great start for a young dog. We are here to help with all of this!