08 9393 3373
08 9393 3373
08 9393 3373
VETERINARY HOSPITAL
Small Animal Services
At West Coast Vet's, we're dedicated to providing compassionate, high quality care for every pet that walks through our doors. Our small animal team is committed to supporting your's pets health through every stage of life, offering a full range of medical surgical, and preventative services delivered by experienced veterinarians and caring nursing staff.
Whether your companion needs a routine check-up, dental care, diagnostics, or advanced treatment, we aim to make each visit as stress-free and positive as possible. We take the time to listen, explain, and work with you to ensure your pet receives the personalised care they deserve.
Your pets are family - and at West Coast Vets, they're our priority!
Routine Surgery
From routine surgeries such as desexing through to emergency exploratory laparotomies, we’re equipped to handle a wide range of surgical cases.
General Heath Care
Our veterinary hospital can assist with all general health care including nails care, ears, microchips and vaccinations.
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Reproduction
We offer a variety of reproductive services for breeding clients, from initial consultations, frozen insemination, health screening all the way through to the delivery process.
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Intense Care
Our hospital is equipped with facilities and staff to facilitate emergencies such as snake bites and intensive care management.
Emergency Wounds
If your pet finds itself in an emergency situation in or after work hours our team can manage all wound/lacerations. Please phone ahead.
Emergency / After-Hours
Along with consultation, and free puppy cuddles our experienced team of small animal vets will help guide you through the correct steps in puppy health care.
Orthopaedic Surgery
Our team frequently perform a large variety of orthopaedic surgeries including cruciate ligament repairs and fracture repairs.
Diagnostics
West Coast Vet Hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment including digital radiography, in-house blood tests, ultrasonography and MRI. Want to find out more....visit here!
Microchips/Vaccinations
Along with consultation, and free puppy cuddles our experienced team of small animal vets will help guide you through the correct steps in puppy health care.
Breeding Consultation: Required prior to any breeding services for new patients. This ensures all patients are fit for breeding, and allows discussion regarding any relevant health screening tests. $99
Hip and Elbow Scoring: We offer both PennHIP and ANKC scoring. All prices include anaesthetic fee and specialist report. PennHip $1000 ANKC Hips OR Elbows only $800 ANKC Hips AND Elbows combined $900
Ovulation Timing: We offer in-house progesterone testing which provides accurate results within 15 minutes. This can also be used to time elective c-sections. We may also perform vaginal cytology to assist in timing the oestrus cycle. Please call ahead to make an appointment. Progesterone testing $80 Vaginal cytology $30 We may also wish to add in LH (luteinising hormone) testing to narrow down fertile window further. The cost for this is $94.07, and will be discussed on a case by case basis.
Pre-mating Swabs: We may wish to perform a pre-mating swab to work up any infertility, or for peace of mind to know she is in optimal health for breeding. Pre-mating swab $162.80
Artificial Insemination: We offer standing insemination and transcervical insemination. Standing insemination involves collecting from the dog before depositing the fresh semen into the vagina of the bitch with a special pipette. Transcervical insemination is a procedure whereby semen is deposited directly into the uterus under endoscopic (video) guidance. This is a fast, non-invasive procedure that requires no anaesthetic. It can be used with fresh, chilled, and frozen-thawed semen, and offers excellent conception rates. Standing AI $120 (+ collection $150) TCI $600 (fresh or frozen) includes collection.
Semen Collection: Collection - including basic in house analysis of motility and concentration $150 Canine collection and semen freezing fee $850 + $50 enrolment fee
Frozen Semen Storage: We store frozen semen in specialised liquid nitrogen tanks for use when required. $61 Administration fee + $21 Batch/month ongoing
Caesareans: Caesareans are available 24/7 on both an elective and emergency basis. We have an experienced team trained in safe anaesthesia protocols and puppy revival. Please call ahead. Between $3,000 - $3,500 (depending on complexity) Feline Caesarean: $2415 Additional fees apply after hours
Pregnancy Diagnosis: Ultrasound can be used from day 28 of gestation for pregnancy diagnosis. Radiographs can be taken after day 53 to provide a more accurate estimation of litter size. Reproductive Ultrasound $99 Reproductive X-Ray $119
