Kyan loves raptors in particular wedge-tailed eagles. He has painted a few and now has turned his attention to helping raise money for injured wildlife. He is supporting the Higher Ground Raptor Centre that rehabilitates birds and then releases them into the wild. Congratulations on receiving a special mention in National Geographic for Kids above.
Charlestown Reception Makeover
Whilst your pets have been still coming into the clinic, our Charlestown Reception area has had a makeover. We have new chairs, reception desk and flooring. We look forward to having you back into the hospital to share it with you and your pet. See a preview below of Luna on the scales admiring the …
Behaviour
At The Lake Veterinary Hospitals, we value your pet’s good behaviour. We encourage good manners from an early age (8-14weeks) with our puppy pre-school classes or one-on-one private lessons. We supplement these classes with a Senior Puppy class for dogs from 4 months of age until 12 months. We also conduct Behavioural consults and training …
Welcome to Dr Zoe Whitfield
Zoe graduated from University of Sydney in 2016 with 1st class honours. She has done further study on tick paralysis and worked in a pet loving vet hospital in Sydney over the last 3 years. Zoe has special interests in medicine and dentistry. Zoe grew up in country Victoria. Outside of work Zoe enjoys long …
Ear Care for Pets
During this time of the year we are seeing increasing number of ear infections due to the humidity and allergies.
Pets and COVID-19 Information
Download the resource sheet from the AVA at the link below to see information about COVID-19 and pets. The summary is that the virus can live on the coat of your pet for only short periods of time and requires close contact to an infected human for long amounts of time. We are offering to …
Osteoarthritis and Your Pet
Osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease causes pain, loss of mobility and decreased quality of life. Thankfully there are many options available to help your pet maintain better quality of life and enjoy life again.
Mental Health strategies: surviving lock down
Our pets can help us through these tough times. Their pure company and intuition when things are different helps us stay focussed and feel supported. They are very good listeners. Our pets give us purpose on more difficult days whether it be getting us up for breakfast or a walk or even a hug. With …
Social Distancing
Dr Fiona and Dr Anthony are showing a good hygiene tip of how to avoid touching your face while social distancing.
Welcome to Dr Allie Cornell
Allie grew up in the small Snowy Mountains town of Tumbarumba. She then went onto study veterinary Science at Charles Sturt University, graduating in mid 2017. Her first 2 and a half years as a veterinarian were spent in mixed practice in Griffith NSW. Allie joined the team at Lake Vets in February 2020.