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One of Western Australia's leading veterinary hospitals for animals large and small.

The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University offers a comprehensive range of small and large animal services, including 24-hour specialist-led small animal and equine intensive care. Our hospital embraces a team approach to the treatment and care of our patients, where specialist veterinarians from a wide variety of disciplines work together with experienced clinicians and nursing staff to ensure that the highest standard of care is provided. The expertise, facilities and advanced technology available can make a real difference to the establishment of an accurate diagnosis and successful treatment and recovery of your beloved pet. We are also a veterinary teaching hospital, responsible for training the next generation of compassionate and well-rounded veterinarians. Our final year veterinary students form part of our care team and may be involved in the care of your pet in a highly supervised capacity. We are passionate about veterinary medicine and our clinical team is committed to providing you and your pets with the highest quality care and most up-to-date procedures and treatment options.

23/10/2026

💚 🐴 Feel Good Friday 🐴💚

Meet Betty! 🐴✨
Betty recently visited us for her annual sand radiographs and dental examination, proving that prevention really is key when it comes to keeping our equine friends healthy and happy.

Routine checks like these help identify potential issues early, often before they become larger problems, allowing horses like Betty to continue living their best lives.

We’re also sharing this gorgeous photo of Betty with her devoted owner, Ivy from Wheatbelt Draught Horses. It’s clear these two have a very special bond, and we’re grateful to be part of Betty’s ongoing healthcare journey.

Here’s to proactive vet care, happy horses, and wonderful owners who make prevention a priority. 💚

23/10/2026

🐾 SPARE TOWELS? WE’VE GOT A HOME FOR THEM! 🐾

That stack of old towels in the linen cupboard? Our patients would LOVE them! 🐶🐱🐰

At The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University, we go through mountains of towels every day. They keep our patients warm, comfy and clean while they recover. Bath towels, beach towels, old or faded: if it’s a towel in good condition, we want it! We’re also happy to take blankets and doonas.

🚫 Towels, blankets and doonas only please! We can’t accept curtains, sheets, pillows, placemats, tea towels or other linen. Anything else ends up needing to be sorted and thrown away, so we’d rather it went to someone who can use it.

📍 Where to drop them: Primary Care or Emergency reception at The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University, [address]. We’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so drop by whenever suits you!

Every towel helps a patient feel a little more at home. Thank you for supporting our furry (and feathery, and scaly) friends! 💚

22/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who came along to our Information Evening on Monday 19 October! 🐾

245 people joined us on the night, and it was wonderful to bring the veterinary community together at one event.

We ran four streams covering small animal vets, small animal nurses, equine vets and equine nurses. Thank you to our presenters for sharing their knowledge and making each session so worthwhile.

A huge thank you as well to everyone behind the scenes. Events like this only happen because of your hard work.

We're also very grateful to our sponsors, Hill’s Pet Nutrition and Provet, for their ongoing support.

We hope to see you all again next time! 💚

09/10/2026

🌟 Happy Veterinary Nurse & Technologist Awareness Week 2026! 🌟

This week we're shining a very bright spotlight on the incredible nurses, technicians and support staff here at The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University, our own Everyday Heroes.

With over 154 team members, our nursing and support team are the heartbeat of everything we do. From comforting a frightened patient and assisting complex surgeries, to monitoring critical patients through the night, training the next generation of veterinary professionals, and somehow always finding what the vets have lost, their strength, skill and heart are on display every single day.

💚 This year's theme, Strength, Skill, and Heart in Action, couldn't be more fitting. Thank you for the compassion you bring to every patient, every family, and every shift.

We are so proud to work alongside you. 🐾

14/09/2026

📢 Calling all vets and vet nurses – our next Information Evening is almost here!

Join The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University on Monday 19 October from 6.30pm for an evening of practical, clinically relevant learning with our specialist teams. With CPD now compulsory for both veterinarians and veterinary nurses in WA, it’s the perfect chance to tick off some hours while connecting with colleagues.

Choose from four dedicated streams:
• 🐾 Small Animal Vets
• 🩺 Small Animal Nurses
• 🐴 Equine Vets
• 🐎 Equine Nurses

Registrations are essential – secure your spot here: https://www.trybooking.com/DPXOX

10/09/2026

Four words. One conversation. 💚   It’s R U OK? Day — but you can ask any day.  Vet life is big-hearted work, and some days weigh more than others. Check in on the person next to you. Then check in again next week.  Ask 💬 Listen 👂 Encourage action 🤝 Check in 🔁  Lifeline 13 11 14 | Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636  

07/09/2026

Do you have a passion for large animal nursing, a positive attitude and a team-first mindset? We want you!

The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University is home to the only Veterinary School in Western Australia, and our Equine and Farm Animal departments deliver specialist services, advanced diagnostics and gold-standard care – all while training the next generation of veterinarians. Our Large Animal team now has a rare opportunity for a new team member to join us.

What the role looks like:
- High-level nursing care for horses, foals and farm animals

- Exposure to surgery, advanced imaging, specialist orthopaedic examinations, ambulatory work and Large Animal reception

-Supervising and teaching students in a supportive, collaborative environment

- Fixed term (12 months, with opportunity to extend) | Full time, 37.5 hours per week

- $74,809 – $82,011 (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation

What you'll bring:
- Certificate IV or Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (registrable in WA)

- Confident handling and restraint of large animals – racehorses, performance horses, foals, farm animals and those cheeky little ponies!

- Sound knowledge of diagnostic and surgical equipment, sterilisation and aseptic technique

- Great communication skills, initiative and the flexibility to work rotating shifts

Nurses with small animal experience and strong large animal handling skills are absolutely encouraged to apply. You'll also enjoy a generous CPD allowance, AVA membership supported by the hospital, and ongoing mentorship from our specialists and senior nursing team.

📅 Applications close Friday 25 September 2026 (11:59pm AWST)
👉Apply now: https://bit.ly/46bqDtn

03/09/2026

Ever wondered what actually happens when your pet is referred to a cardiologist? ❤️

A heart murmur, an irregular heartbeat or a fainting episode can be worrying news – and being referred to a specialist can feel like a big step. In this short video, our Cardiology team walks you through exactly what to expect on the day, so you and your pet can arrive feeling prepared.

Here’s what a cardiology consult usually involves:
• 🩺 A detailed chat about your pet’s history and symptoms, followed by a thorough physical examination

• 🫀 An echocardiogram (heart ultrasound) to look at the heart’s structure and how well it’s pumping – no anaesthetic required for most pets

• 📈 An ECG (rhythm strip of the heart) to look at the heart’s rhythm and diagnose electric disturbances in the heart

• 🩸 Blood pressure assessment to screen for high or low blood pressure

• 🔬 Additional tests where needed, such as chest x-rays, blood tests, genetic tests, cardiac CT, cardiac MRI, or an ambulatory ECG monitor (Holter monitor) to record the heart rhythm at home

• 💬 A clear explanation of the findings and a treatment plan tailored to your pet, your family and your day-to-day life

• 📩 A full report back to your regular vet, so everyone caring for your pet stays on the same page

Our Cardiology service is supported by the wider multidisciplinary team at The Animal Hospital – including internal medicine, surgery, diagnostic imaging, anaesthesia and our 24/7 Emergency and Critical Care team – so complex cases are never managed in isolation.

A referral from your regular or emergency vet is needed to book a cardiology appointment. Vets can refer via the referrals page on our website. Our Cardiology service operates Monday, Tuesday and Friday during business hours – for emergencies outside these times, our Emergency and Critical Care team is here 24/7 on 1300 652 494.

01/09/2026

Please note our phone lines are currently having intermittent issues. Some phone calls are being received and others are not. If you are unable to get through on 1300 652 494, please try 9360 2494.

We are working to resolve this, however, if you have a small animal emergency, or a current patient you think has deteriorated and you are concerned, you are welcome to also present directly to the hospital.

Thanks for your understanding.

26/08/2026

🐾 Happy International Dog Day! 🐾

Today the world celebrates our dogs – the family members, the farm workers, the assistance dogs, the couch companions and the ones still waiting for a home.

At The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University, we're lucky enough to meet hundreds of them every week – from routine check-ups in Primary Care, to emergency and critical care, surgery, oncology, cardiology, internal medicine and diagnostic imaging. Every wagging tail that comes through our doors also helps teach the next generation of veterinarians and veterinary nurses, so the care your dog receives today shapes the care dogs receive for years to come. 💚

A few simple ways to celebrate: an extra-long walk, a fresh bowl of water, up-to-date vaccinations and parasite prevention, a quick check that their microchip details are current – and plenty of pats!

Now, the important part 👇 Share a photo of your best mate in the comments. We want to see them all – the seniors, the rescues, the muddy ones and the very good boys and girls who are your best friends!

Address

Nyarrie Drive, Murdoch University
Perth, WA
6150

Website

http://www.theanimalhospital.com.au/

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