Animal Emergency Service Hawthorn East

22/07/2025

🪟 One misstep could mean disaster. Secure those balconies and windows to keep your fur kids safe.

15/07/2025

🚫 A bite of your snack could mean a trip to emergency. Grapes, chocolate, onions = no-go!

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08/07/2025

🧼 Just because it smells like lemon doesn’t mean it’s safe! Lock away cleaning products to keep curious noses safe.

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07/07/2025

While we’re indulging in sweet treats for World Chocolate Day, don’t forget—chocolate is seriously toxic to our furry friends.

Even small amounts can be dangerous to dogs, causing vomiting, heart issues, or worse. So celebrate with care, and keep the choccies out of paw’s reach!

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04/07/2025

Suspect your pet has eaten rat bait? Act fast, it could save their life.

Here’s what to do:
1️⃣ Call your nearest emergency vet hospital immediately.
2️⃣ Bring any bait packaging or product info.
3️⃣ Keep your pet calm and quiet.
4️⃣ Do NOT induce vomiting or give home remedies.
5️⃣ Don’t wait for symptoms, some poisons take time to show but act fast internally.

Even if your pet seems fine, urgent treatment can prevent serious complications.

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Emergency

01/07/2025

📛 If your pet gets lost, a current microchip and tag can bring them home faster. Have you checked their info lately?

29/06/2025

One Blood Donation. Three Lives Saved. ❤️

When a dog donates blood, the impact is powerful, just one donation can help save up to three other pets in need.

From trauma and surgery to snake bites and serious illness, blood transfusions are often the critical turning point.

It’s one of the most meaningful ways a healthy dog can help another.

🔗 Learn how canine blood donation works: animalemergencyservice.com.au/blog/canine-blood-donation-questions

26/06/2025

Could your pet have eaten rat bait? Here’s what to watch for.

Even small amounts of rat bait can cause serious internal bleeding in dogs and cats, often days after ingestion. Early signs might be subtle, but they can quickly become life threatening.

Common symptoms include:
🔸 Pale gums
🔸 Lethargy or weakness
🔸 Coughing or laboured breathing
🔸 Bleeding from nose or gums
🔸 Vomiting or diarrhoea (with or without blood)
🔸 Bruising or swollen abdomen

If you notice these signs, especially after known or possible bait exposure, seek emergency care immediately.

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24/06/2025

🚨 If it can fit in their mouth, it can block their airway. Keep small objects and toys out of reach.

20/06/2025

Did you know dogs have blood types too? 🐶🩸

Just like people, dogs have different blood types—more than a dozen, in fact. Most pet owners don’t know their dog’s type—and that’s okay. But in a veterinary emergency, it can be lifesaving.

Every donation helps give critically ill pets a second chance at life.

Curious about how canine blood donation works?
🔗 Read more: animalemergencyservice.com.au/blog/canine-blood-donation-questions

17/06/2025

🔥 Cozy vibes can turn into emergencies fast. Keep candles out of tail-wagging reach and never leave open flames unattended.

15/06/2025

Pablo the Lifesaver 🐾🩸

Ever wondered what a canine blood donation looks like? It’s calm, caring, and full of cuddles—just ask Pablo!

From a pre-donation health check to a few minutes on the donation bed (plus treats, of course!), our team is there every step to make the experience gentle and positive.

💬 Watch Pablo’s visit and learn how simple—and life-saving—the process can be.

🔗 More info: animalemergencyservice.com.au/blog/canine-blood-donation-questions

08/06/2025

Open Every Day. Every Hour. Every Emergency.

This Monday marks the King’s Birthday public holiday — but we never close.

Whether it’s a long weekend or late at night, our emergency hospital is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Because emergencies don’t wait, and neither do we.

If your pet needs urgent care, we’re here—with compassionate expertise and a team you can trust.

📍 395 Tooronga Rd, Hawthorn East
⏰ 24/7 over the long weekend
☎️ (03) 9000 6868

26/05/2025

🌼🐶 Celebrating Daisy 🐶🌼

As we mark our first birthday, we’re remembering some of the incredible patients who’ve inspired us — like Daisy. 💛

After being hit by a car, Daisy arrived in critical condition with a traumatic diaphragmatic hernia. She was rushed into emergency surgery at Melbourne Animal Referral Services, and although the procedure was a success, Daisy had a tough road ahead.

She spent 7 days in hospital recovering from bruised lungs, internal injuries, and a fractured pelvis. But through it all, Daisy’s spirit shone — and when she wagged her tail for the first time, we knew she was on her way back.

Now, Daisy’s home, happy, and loving trips to her favourite place — the beach! 🐾

Meet some more of our special patients: https://f.mtr.cool/arvrhdklho

21/05/2025

🌟🐶 A Sterling Patient 🐶🌟

As we celebrate our first birthday, we’re looking back on some of the unforgettable patients who’ve left their pawprints on our hearts — like Sterling. 🐾💙

Sterling came to us in a critical state after a traumatic accident where he impaled himself on a large stick. The stick had penetrated through his groin but — miraculously — missed all his vital abdominal organs. After rapid stabilisation and a CT scan, the surgical team at Melbourne Animal Referral Services performed an after-hours procedure to safely remove the stick and all associated debris.

Sterling recovered in hospital for 48 hours and was discharged home, but the journey wasn’t over. He developed a severe abscess with resistant bacteria at the site and had to return for a second surgery and drain placement. After another 48-hour stay, this brave boy was finally back home to continue healing.

Sterling’s strength and spirit amazed us all — and we’re so proud to have been part of his recovery. 💙

Meet some more of our special patients: https://f.mtr.cool/zxwbdmwjap

15/05/2025

🎉 Meet Rex – Our First Ever Patient at AES Hawthorn East! 🐾

On opening night one year ago, Rex made history as our very first patient! After suddenly vomiting and collapsing on a walk, he was rushed in - weak in the legs and dribbling urine. Dr. Sophie Plasto, now our Clinical Lead, was on shift and took immediate action.

Blood and urine tests came back clear, but Rex’s symptoms pointed to a possible toxicity. He stayed with us overnight for supportive care, and by morning, he was back on his feet - wagging tail and all!

A year on, Rex is still thriving (and still always on the lookout for food, according to his humans!).

Here’s to you, Rex - for kicking off our AES Hawthorn East journey with resilience and a whole lot of heart. 💙

Meet some more of our special patients: https://f.mtr.cool/cryivvycom

13/05/2025

🎉 Happy 1st Birthday, AES Hawthorn East! 🎉

Today marks a massive milestone for us, and we couldn't be more excited to celebrate our first year with all of you! 🥳This incredible journey wouldn't have been possible without the support and trust from our amazing team, wonderful patients, and the incredible veterinary community. Your belief in us has made this year a truly great achievement. 🙌 Thank you for being a part of our story. Here's to many more years of growth, success, and shared moments!

08/05/2025

🌟Meet Milo 🌟

When 14-week-old Milo dug under the fence to visit a neighbour, he didn’t expect to meet a 35kg dog who didn’t appreciate the surprise. After suffering critical injuries, it took the fast action and collaboration of four veterinary teams to save his life.

From Green Cross North Ringwood to Melbourne Animal Specialist Hospital, Ready Vet Go - Pet Ambulance & Mobile Urgent Vet Care, and our team at AES Hawthorn East, Milo’s journey is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when clinics work together.

Read the full story here:
👉 https://f.mtr.cool/hhicsdqikl

09/03/2025

We are open 24 hours, as usual, this public holiday, providing expert emergency care for pets in need.

If your pet requires urgent medical attention, our team will be here - day or night.

📍 395 Tooronga Rd, Hawthorn East
⏰ 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
☎️ (03) 9000 6868

07/03/2025

We will remain open 24/7 across the Labour Day long weekend, providing expert emergency care for pets in need.

If your pet requires urgent medical attention, our team will be here - day or night.

📍 395 Tooronga Rd, Hawthorn East
⏰ 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
☎️ (03) 9000 6868

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Animal Emergency Service Hawthorn East is an after-hours animal emergency hospital located in the heart of Melbourne’s beautiful Eastern suburbs and is located on Tooronga Road.

30/12/2024

AES Hawthorn East has been open for 6 months!

Here's a look at what we been up to in that time.

24/12/2024

🎄🐾 Christmas is here, and so are we — around the clock for you and your pets! 🎅✨

This Christmas Day and Boxing Day, we’re OPEN 24/7 to care for your pets. Day or night, our dedicated team are ready to respond to any unexpected pet emergencies, so you can rest easy knowing we’re here for you and your pets. ❤️

📍 395 Tooronga Rd, Hawthorn East
⏰ 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
☎️ (03) 9000 6868

Your pet’s health and comfort are always our top priority, and we're just a call away if you need us. 🌟

26/11/2024

🎉 100 Five-Star Reviews! 🎉

We are thrilled to share that we have received our 100th 5-star review! 🌟 This amazing achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of our entire team at AES Hawthorn East.

A big thank you to our wonderful CCRs, compassionate vet nurses and highly-skilled vets who go above and beyond every day to ensure the best care for our patients and a positive experience for our clients. 💙

We are so grateful for your trust and kind words. Here’s to many more milestones ahead! 🐾✨

04/11/2024

🏆 Melbourne Cup holiday is here, and so are we—around the clock for you and your pets! 🐾 Whether it’s day or night, our caring team is ready to respond to any unexpected pet emergencies that might come up. Your pet’s health and comfort are always at the heart of what we do, so you can count on us to be here when you need us.

📍 395 Tooronga Rd, Hawthorn East
⏰ 24 hrs a day, 365 days a year
☎️ (03) 9000 6868

Your pets deserve the best care, anytime. We're just a call away! 📞

Animal Emergency Service is the home of emergency vet care for pets in Melbourne