At North Richmond Vet Hospital, we offer comprehensive and compassionate reproductive services for dogs and cats. Led by Dr Karen Hedberg and Dr Michelle Dalli, our team has decades of experience in reproductive medicine.
Dr Hedberg brings over 40 years of expertise in breeding and showing dogs, and Dr Dalli has worked alongside her for nearly 20 years, sharing a passion for small animal reproduction and mentoring our associates in this specialised field.
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Accurate timing is essential for successful conception. We use a combination of:
Progesterone Testing
Vaginal Cytology
Vaginoscopy
We perform manual evaluation of semem concentration, motility and morphology. We also use the CASA SpermVision system for computer-aided analysis of semen concentration, motility, and morphology. A teaser bitch (female in heat) is recommended to improve sample quality.
We offer all three types of AI to suit different circumstances:
1. Vaginal Insemination
2. Transcervical Insemination (TCI)
3. Surgical Insemination
Ultrasound can confirm pregnancy at around 4 weeks post-mating.
Radiographs are performed in the final week to assess the number of pups or kittens and monitor whelping progress.
Whelping your bitch or queen can sometimes be a stressful experience for everyone involved, patient and owner alike.
At NRVH, we're here to help!
With experienced vets and nurses whom have the knowledge to help guide you and your pet to as of a comfortable birth as possible, we offer assisted whelping care.
We are highly experienced in both elective and emergency caesareans for dogs and cats. We offer 24-hour emergency service for our regular clients, and encourage early contact if you’re concerned about your pet’s labour.
📞 To book a consultation or reproductive service, please contact us on (02) 4571 2042 or email info@northrichmondvet.com.au.
Let us help you breed with confidence and care!
We focus on proactive, preventative care, e.g. tailored vaccination schedules, internal and external parasite control, routine health checks, dental care, and nutritional advice - in order to keep your pet healthy.
We perform a wide range of soft tissue surgeries for cats, dogs, rabbits, rats, guinea pigs, and ferrets etc. These procedures include lump removals, wound repairs, desexing, bladder stone removal, and gastrointestinal surgery.
Our team is experienced in performing orthopaedic surgery in small animals, such as cruciate ligament repairs, fracture fixation, and joint stabilisation etc. We aim to restore comfort and function so your pet can move with ease again.
We diagnose and treat BOAS in both dogs and cats, particularly in flat-faced breeds like Pugs, French Bulldogs, and Persians.
Our surgical treatments aim to improve breathing by a combination of surgical techniques.
Our team excels in diagnosing and managing complicated medical conditions that affect oragns like kidneys, liver, the gastrointestinal tract, endocrine system etc.
Blood tests, imaging (x-ray or ultrasound), CT, endoscopy and flurscopy are available.
Our hospital is equipped with digital X-ray, ultrasound, CT scanning, and fluoroscopy, allowing us to examine internal structures in detail. These tools help us diagnose a wide range of conditions, from fractures and organ issues to gastrointestinal and respiratory disorders.
We provide ophthalmology services, including diagnosis and treatment of conditions e.g. cataracts, glaucoma, corneal ulcers, dry eye, and eyelid abnormalities.
We provide specialised reproductive services for dogs, including semen analysis, artificial insemination (AI), pregnancy diagnosis, and elective or emergency caesareans.
With experience in reptile husbandry and medicine, our team can diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions, from nutritional and metabolic disorders to respiratory infections and injuries.
We also provide routine health checks, parasite control, and surgical services.
Small mammals like rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, and rats have unique health needs. We offer tailored veterinary care including health checks, dental treatment, desexing, and surgery - delivered with the expertise and compassion these special pets deserve.
We offer care for pet birds, from budgies to parrots to chickens, including health checks, beak and nail trims, diagnostics, and treatment of common illnesses. Our team understands the unique anatomy and needs of avian species.
Managing chronic pain e.g. osteoarthritis, IVDD, chronic ear infections, degenerative joint disease, and old injuries etc. is key to maintaining your pet’s comfort and quality of life. Our goal is to reduce discomfort and keep your pet active and happy at every stage of life
From anxiety to aggression, behavioural issues can impact your pet’s wellbeing and your bond with them. We provide behavioural medicine services to help identify the root cause and create tailored treatment plans
While we currently offer limited services for large animals, we are actively working on expanding our capabilities in this area. Our goal is to provide comprehensive care for small ruminants and other livestock in the near future. Stay tuned as we grow our services to better support the needs of our wider animal community.
For our existing clients, we offer emergency after hour consultations and surgeries if needed.
