Orthopedics

At North Richmond Vet Hospital, we understand how important mobility is to your pet’s quality of life.

Whether it’s a sudden injury or a long-term condition like arthritis, our team is here to help your pet stay active, comfortable, and pain-free.

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What we can offer...

Cruciate Disease

Fracture Repair

Hip Dyplasia (HD)

Medial Patella Luxation (MPL)

Elbow Condylar Fracture

Angular Limb Deformity

Other Services

General Health & Preventative Medicine

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

Soft Tissue Surgery

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.

Orthopaedics

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.

Bradycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS)

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

Internal Medicine Services

Our team excells 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. 

Imaging Services

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

Ophthalmology

We provide  ophthalmology services, including diagnosis and treatment of conditions e.g. cataracts, glaucoma, corneal ulcers, dry eye, and eyelid abnormalities.

Reproduction

We provide specialised reproductive services for dogs, including semen analysis, artificial insemination (AI), pregnancy diagnosis, and elective or emergency caesareans.

Reptiles
(Snakes, Lizards & Turtles)

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 
(Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Rats & Ferrets)

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.

Birds

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.

Pain Management

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

Behavioral Medicine

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

Large Animals

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.

Emergency & After Hour Services

For our existing clients, we offer emergency after hour consultations and surgeries if needed.

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