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Caring Paws Veterinary Care Melbourne

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Medical and Surgical services including vaccinations, desexing, dental and more..

At Caring Paws, our goal is simple:
✨ Excellent care
✨ Clear communication
✨ Real value
We’re here to make the vet experience feel different-for both you and your pets.

28/10/2026

Meet handsome Grey! 🐶❤️

Grey first came to Caring Paws after his observant owner noticed redness and a lump developing on his eyelid, accompanied by excessive eye discharge.

On examination, Grey had an eyelid mass suspected to be a Meibomian gland tumour, a common type of eyelid growth in dogs.

Although these tumours are usually benign (non-cancerous), they can cause significant discomfort, particularly when they rub against the surface of the eye, creating conjunctivitis, pain and even ulcers sometimes. Some of them can become malignant and spread.

The good news-->

Most Meibomian gland tumours are benign, and surgical removal can be very successful, particularly when addressed before the growth becomes too large or causes damage to the eye.

Grey's happy ending!-->

Grey underwent surgery to remove his troublesome eyelid lump, and we were delighted to receive a lovely update from his owner showing how beautifully he has healed and how happy they were.

It really is rewarding to see our patients comfortable again and receiving happy updates from their families. 🙏

21/10/2026

Meet Indy, a 5 year old beagalier 💛

Indy came to us with a stiff gait and a history of being reluctant to climb the stairs and randomly yelping in pain. We tried medication in the past but she wasn’t improving as much as we’d hoped, still in pain and her family was getting worried about her quality of life.

Indy had a full check including an orthopaedic check, it seems that Indy likely has lumbosacral disease, also known as cauda equina syndrome. This usually happens in larger breed dogs but sometimes smaller dogs can have it too. The condition sometimes affects the nerves in the spinal cord.

It often develops as changes such as disc wear or arthritis narrow the space between the vertebrae of the spine around those nerves. Less commonly, injury, infection or other spinal changes may be involved.

Signs can include lower back pain, stiffness, difficulty getting up, reluctance to jump or climb stairs, and weakness or lameness in the back legs.

After discussing the options, we went ahead with an epidural corticosteroid treatment to help reduce inflammation around the affected nerves. Every dog responds differently, but if they do the prognosis can be excellent.

Thankfully, for Indy and her family she responded beautifully.

Here she is moving comfortably and even trotting.

Her owners told us, “This is how we remember her.” We are all thrilled to see her back to her normal self, take it easy now Indy!🙂

16/10/2026

This little sweetheart came to Caring Paws with Puppy Strangles, also known as Juvenile Cellulitis.
Lenny was only 6-8weeks old when he became unwell, his ears were infected, he had sores all over his chin, muzzle and he developed severe conjunctivitis and swollen eyelids.

Despite its frightening name, Puppy Strangles has nothing to do with "strangles".

So, what exactly is Puppy Strangles?

It's a rare immune mediated condition that typically affects young puppies, often between 3 weeks and 6 months of age.

The immune system becomes overactive, causing inflammation that can lead to:

🐾 Sudden swelling around the face, muzzle and eyelids

🐾 Pimples, pustules, crusting and sores around the face and ears

🐾 Enlarged, sometimes painful lymph nodes

🐾 Fever, lethargy and reduced appetite

🐾 Discomfort and reluctance to play

The good news.. It's treatable.

Puppy Strangles is not contagious and is not simply a bacterial skin infection.

Because it's an immune-mediated condition, treatment usually involves medications such as corticosteroids to calm the excessive immune response. Antibiotics may also be needed if secondary bacterial infections develop.

Fortunately, most puppies respond very well to appropriate treatment and can make a full recovery.

Swipe ⬅️: Lenny's owner was kind enough to send us updates of him growing and doing well💗 😃

12/10/2026

One very cheeky snack… and one very worried human!

Little Mika came to see us after swallowing an entire puppy p*e pad. She was induced to vomit in hopes of her bringing the p*e pad back up.

When a dog swallows something they shouldn’t, time matters. In some cases, your vet may recommend inducing vomiting, often as soon as possible, and sometimes within around 1–4 hours of ingestion. The right approach depends on what was swallowed, how much, when it happened and your dog’s health.

Getting help quickly may bring the material back up before it causes a blockage, and can sometimes avoid the need for more involved treatment or surgery. It isn’t suitable in every case, though, and it can be dangerous to try at home.

If your dog eats a foreign object or something potentially harmful, contact your local vet straight away. Please don’t try to make them vomit unless a veterinarian specifically tells you to.

We’re glad we could help this fluffy little explorer today!

06/10/2026

A little FIP happy tale, showing Mat being happy at home with his sibling.🙂

This young cat came to us with a fever and a swollen tummy caused by fluid building up in his abdomen.

So, what is FIP?
FIP stands for feline infectious peritonitis.

It can develop when a common feline coronavirus changes inside an individual cat and triggers serious inflammation throughout the body. The common coronavirus can spread between cats, but FIP itself is not usually passed directly from one cat to another.

FIP was once considered almost always fatal. With advances in veterinary medicine, it can now be treatable.

After a week of treatment, this little fellow is back to feeling like himself. His progress is very encouraging, though he still needs to complete treatment and have veterinary monitoring.

We’re so happy to see him doing well and will be cheering him on every step of the way.

02/10/2026

Just one of our cute patients 🥰

Coco chilling in the room while listening to conversations about dental care at home.. we want the dental treatment your pet has to be worthwhile so you can hopefully skip a dental or two in their lifetime.

Small dogs can be especially prone to dental disease. Genetics, smaller jaws, soft or wet diets and crowded teeth can allow plaque and tartar to build up quickly, even when owners are doing their best at home.

Her owner is stoked her stinky breath and gum disease are gone.

Swipe left to see Coco just after waking up from her procedure, still sleepy and a little soggy, but awake enough to give her nurse a sweet thank you kiss!

Coco looked a bit wet here because we tend to give our patients a good face wash and clean after a dental, how good does she look after her blow dry 🙂.

29/09/2026

Brave Billy came to us following a dog bite(thankfully, mild) and required thorough cleaning and some stitches.

Beautiful Billy was trying to say hello to another doggie next door and unfortunately got his paws bit under the fence.

With dog bites, the injuries visible on the skin can be only the tip of the iceberg we say, a small puncture may conceal crushing, tearing and tissue damage underneath. Bacteria can also be pushed deep below the skin from the force and shaking, potentially causing infection, abscess formation or tissue breakdown over the following days.

That’s why every bite wound deserves prompt vet attention, even when it doesn’t look particularly serious from the outside.

In suitable cases, starting antibiotics early may help prevent the infection from worsening. If surgery is still required, earlier treatment may help limit complications and support a quicker recovery.

After treatment, our sweet patient is now resting comfortably in a cone(🙁😰🤯-->probably what Billy thinks) and giving us those irresistible puppy eyes...

If your pet has been bitten, please don’t take a “wait and see” approach. Early assessment and treatment can make a big difference.

Stay tuned for Billy's true colours..once he realises he's off the hook, you could sweat just trying to keep up with him!

Wishing Billy a quick recovery, we know he will be back to his normal self in no time.

25/09/2026

With the weather warming up, and having heard about sightings and bites already, I think we can say snake season has arrived.

Please take extra care when walking your pets, particularly near long grass, bushland, creeks, parks and walking trails.

To help keep your pet safe:
🐾 Keep dogs on a lead and avoid letting them investigate long grass or holes
🌿 Keep lawns short and remove garden clutter where snakes may hide
🪵 Take care around wood piles, sheds and warm sunny areas
🐱 Consider keeping cats indoors or closely supervised outside

Signs of a snake bite can include sudden collapse, weakness or wobbliness, vomiting, trembling, dilated pupils, breathing difficulty, bleeding or dark-coloured urine.

A bite wound is rarely found, swelling around the face, muzzle or limbs with blood usually makes it suspicious.

If you see or suspect a snake bite:
🚨 Keep your pet as still and calm as possible
🚨 Carry them rather than allowing them to walk
🚨 Call a veterinary clinic immediately and begin travelling there

Snake bites are a genuine emergency, and early treatment can make all the difference.

Stay alert and keep those curious noses safe this spring and summer.

21/09/2026

Eclipse is now symptom free for the longest time 🤞 🙂

We regularly check in on our feline kitties to see how their lifestyle and toileting habits are after knowing they are prone to urinary issues.

A urine sample every 3-6 months for the first 2 years at least is recommended if you can catch some at home, drop some off at your local vet for them to check the urines pH and level of protein which is important in tracking your cats bladder health. Even better if you can do a dipstick at home yourself and report it to your vet.

We know it's not easy collecting urine samples from our feline friends at home... but ....we have a trick / tip...which has worked for many of our clients...happy to share if we like you enough 😛.

Just kidding! Call if you need help, we are very happy to guide you.

17/09/2026

Simba came in with his sister Nala for their desexing procedures… and this was his reaction when his family arrived to pick them up. It just puts smiles on everyone's faces.

Straight onto his back, paws in the air, ready to show everyone his little surgical site and tell them all about the excellent nap he had. Looks like, Simba approves of his hospital stay 10/10?

Wishing Simba and Nala a smooth recovery together and what a great job their owners are doing.😃

Address

486 Burwood Highway Vermont South
Melbourne, VIC
3133

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 7pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 7pm
Thursday	8:30am - 7pm
Friday	8:30am - 7pm
Saturday	10am - 3pm

Telephone

+61399687771

Website

http://www.caringpaws.com.au/

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