Warwick Veterinary Hospital

05/08/2025

🎉🎉🎉 Warwick Vet has its very own healthcare hero!

While our whole team are heroes every single day, it’s extra special to see Kate recognised for her incredible dedication… not just to Tooshie, but to so many before him.

P.S. Tooshie is doing great… and p**ping daily! 🩵

29/07/2025

🚨 The Hidden Danger of Bleach Around Pets 🚨

Meet Felix a super sweet 2-year-old domestic shorthair who gave his family (and us) a big scare recently 💔

His owner had been soaking an item in bleach at home, unaware that it could cause harm to curious paws. A few days later, she noticed the skin on Felix’s front legs was inflamed and he wasn’t eating.

When Felix arrived at Warwick Vet, the skin on his legs was sloughing off, the result of a severe chemical burn 😢 He also had ulcers on his tongue from licking the affected areas.

His owner hadn’t connected the dots between the bleach and his symptoms and honestly, most people wouldn’t.
That’s why we’re sharing his story.

Bleach exposure can cause:
⚠️ Chemical burns
⚠️ Ulcers in the mouth and GI tract
⚠️ Toxicity if ingested
⚠️ Infection and intense pain

Felix is already healing well with careful wound care and twice weekly bandage changes (see photos).

👉 Please be aware: even a tiny amount of bleach, once dry, can still be harmful. Always keep cleaning products well away from your pets and if exposure happens, rinse immediately and seek vet advice.

Felix’s amazing owner has given us permission to share his story in the hope of protecting other pets from the same fate 💙

25/07/2025

Tooshie’s journey is nothing short of a miracle 💙
We couldn’t be prouder of this little guy, or more grateful to everyone who’s helped him along the way.

Tooshie came to us with complex medical needs and a big fight ahead of him. But thanks to the skill and care of our veterinary team along with Dr Takanori Sugiyama and the uncompromising dedication of our practice manager Kate, who’s been by his side every step of the way, he is now thriving.
Cheeky, happy, gaining weight, and finally able to p**p on his own (which, if you’ve been following his journey, is a very big deal!).

Helping animals like Tooshie is at the heart of what we do here at Warwick Vet Hospital, and it wouldn’t be possible without the support of our incredible community. 💛

From all of us and Tooshie - a massive Thank You 🐾🥰🥺

The bu****le-less puppy who touched the hearts of Perth residents has made huge strides in his medical journey, being able to p**p independently for the first time in his little life.

21/07/2025

❤️❤️❤️ REUNITED ❤️❤️❤️

We’ve just had this stray dog brought in. He was found on Dugdale st. He is chipped but unfortunately it’s not registered, he’s also wearing a collar with no ID tag.

He’s had a face trim since he’s been with us ❤️

15/07/2025

We’ve nominated our much-loved Practice Manager, Kate, for this award! We truly believe she deserves it, not only for her tireless rescue work but also for the way she keeps our wonderful clinic running smoothly every day, allowing us to give your pets the very best care.

The prize is $3,000, and if Kate wins, every cent will go towards Tooshie’s ongoing medical bills.

To vote you just need to like, comment, and share the original post to help us spread the word ❤️

Nomination #48 - Kate Doyle, Practice Manager Veterinary Nurse

Kate Doyle is an exceptional veterinary nurse and practice manager whose compassion and dedication have profoundly impacted both animals and their owners at Warwick Vet Hospital. For over 13 years, she has delivered outstanding patient care while mentoring and supporting the entire team.
Kate’s passion lies in animal rescue. She has personally rescued, rehabilitated, and rehomed over 250 cats and dogs, providing many with a second chance at life. Whether bottle-feeding neonatal kittens or caring for animals with complex needs, she does it all with tireless commitment and a generous heart.

As a leader, Kate fosters a culture of kindness, teamwork, and compassion. She ensures the wellbeing of both patients and staff is always a priority. Her colleagues describe her as someone who always going above and beyond.

Through her work and by sharing her journey on Instagram Kate has educated and inspired a wide audience. I am proud to nominate her for the Healthcare Hero Award in recognition of her incredible contributions to animal welfare, the veterinary field, and the many lives she has touched.

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💙 The Dr. Woof community is the heart of the Healthcare Hero Awards. Your vote could help this nominee shine! Winners receive $3000 and recognition for their incredible contributions.

💬 Know someone who deserves to be celebrated? Submit your nomination via the link in bio and help us honour more healthcare heroes today!

14/07/2025

Just look at these two gorgeous Borzoi who were in with us recently for their desexing surgeries!

These graceful giants were both bigger than Nurse Ellie and just for perspective, their heads were longer than little Tooshie! 😆

Fun fact: Borzoi, also known as Russian Wolfhounds, were originally bred for hunting wolves in Russia, they can reach speeds up to 60 km/h! They’re not a very common breed, so it was such a treat for our team to look after these elegant, long-nosed sweethearts.

A little reminder that July is National Desexing Month! To help make responsible pet ownership easier, we’re offering 25% off all desexing procedures this month. 🐱🐶

We’re wishing these two a smooth recovery and lots of comfy naps ahead! 🐾✨

10/07/2025

🐾💛 Meet little Jemma 💛🐾

This sweet girl came to us after a rough tumble. She was bowled over by another dog and unfortunately broke her leg. 😢
X-rays showed a non-displaced transverse fracture of both her radius and ulna, the good news is, she’s already starting to heal with a callus forming!

Because Jemma is still a growing puppy, we had to be extra careful with how we supported her tiny bones. Normally, a Robert Jones bandage would be the go-to for this type of fracture, but in young pups it can hamper growth plates and cause more harm than good. Instead, we’ve placed a soft padded bandage with stirrups to keep her leg supported while still allowing her to grow.

To make sure everything keeps healing nicely, we’ll be re-X-raying Jemma next week to check her progress and adjust her treatment if needed.

Jemma’s been such a brave little patient — snuggling up with her bandaged leg wrapped in love (and hearts 🖤❤️).
We’re so happy with how well she’s coping, and she’s got plenty of cuddles on the day from our nurse Amy to help her heal.

30/06/2025

July is National Desexing Month!

At Warwick Vet, we’re incredibly passionate about desexing because we see first-hand how much it helps prevent unwanted litters and reduces the burden on rescue groups, shelters, and on our own amazing nurses.

Every year, we have countless kittens come through our doors many found in the wild without a mum. Our dedicated nurses always step up to hand-raise these babies, giving up their personal time, sleep, and homes to give them a fighting chance. While we love helping them, we dream of a world where our staff don’t have to take their work home and where shelters aren’t bursting at the seams.

Did you know? One undesexed female cat can have up to 3 litters a year, with an average of 4–6 kittens per litter. Those kittens can reach sexual maturity as early as 4 months old and go on to have litters of their own. That’s how a small number of stray cats quickly turns into hundreds… an endless cycle that gets out of control so fast.

✨ To help you do your part, we’re offering 25% off all desexing procedures for the month of July.

Please book ahead, last year spots filled up real fast!.

📞 Call us on 08-92431997 to book your appointment.

30/06/2025

✨🐾 What an amazing day at WAVESCON! 🐾✨

The whole team had such a fantastic time at the Western Australian Vets Conference learning, laughing, and soaking up so much valuable knowledge to bring back to the clinic.

It’s always inspiring to spend time with other passionate vet professionals and hear the latest in veterinary care so we can keep giving your pets the very best!

And of course… we couldn’t resist letting our hair down at the after party! 🎉 Check out our retro fancy dress we think we nailed it!

A huge thank you to the organisers Western Australian Veterinary Emergency and Specialty- WAVES and all of the speakers for an awesome event, we’re already looking forward to the next year! 💙🐶🐱