Veterinarian Services
near Deepdene
Expert veterinary care to pets in Box Hill and surrounding suburbs.
Experienced Veterinary Care You Can Rely On
Elgar Road Veterinary Hospital proudly provides compassionate, friendly, expert veterinary care to pets in Box Hill and surrounding suburbs, including Balwyn, Blackburn, Burwood, Burwood East, Doncaster and Doncaster East.
As a dedicated small animal clinic and hospital, we are committed to delivering exceptional veterinary services supported by an experienced team of veterinarians and a highly skilled, compassionate nursing team.
Trusted Care Since the 1970s
Comprehensive Care for a Wide Range of Pets
We provide care for dogs, cats, birds and rabbits in a calm, welcoming environment. Our clinic features fully equipped consultation rooms and advanced diagnostic equipment to ensure accurate assessment and effective treatment while helping your pet feel as comfortable as possible.
Our Veterinary Services
General Health & Preventative Care
- Consultations and health checks
- Vaccinations
- Heartworm, flea and intestinal worm prevention
- Microchipping
- Nutritional advice
- Weight management
- Behavioural advice
- Geriatric care
- Rabbit care
Medical & Diagnostic Services
- In-house pathology
- Radiology (X-ray)
- Ultrasound
- Pregnancy diagnosis
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Dermatology
- Rabbit medicine
- Acupuncture
Surgical Services
- Desexing
- Soft tissue surgery
- Dentistry
- Hospitalisation and post-operative care
We also provide cat boarding, selected pet products, and support kitten and cat adoptions.
Conditions We Commonly Treat
Our team manages a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, including:
- Heart disease
- Kidney disease
- Dental disease
- Arthritis
- Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism
- Incontinence
- Cognitive decline in senior pets
High Surgical Safety Standards
At Elgar Road Veterinary Hospital, your pet’s safety and comfort are our top priorities before, during and after surgery.
As a dedicated small animal clinic and hospital, we are committed to delivering exceptional veterinary services supported by an experienced team of veterinarians and a highly skilled, compassionate nursing team.
Our surgical protocols include:
- Pre-anaesthetic blood testing to assess kidney and liver function, blood cells, proteins and electrolytes
- Intravenous fluids throughout anaesthesia to support blood pressure and recovery
- Continuous monitoring of blood pressure, oxygen levels, heart rate and respiratory rate
- Detailed surgical monitoring records, including all medications administered
- Strict sterility and infection-control procedures
- Comprehensive pain management
- Heated surgical tables and recovery areas
- Use of modern, high-safety anaesthetic agents
We understand how difficult it can be to leave a loved pet in someone else’s care. Our goal is to provide exceptional treatment while giving you peace of mind throughout your pet’s surgical experience.
Veterinary Service Areas
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