Comprehensive Care

Supporting Pets Through Every Stage

We believe veterinary care works best when pet owners feel listened to, informed, and involved in decisions about their pet’s health. Our hospital combines modern diagnostics, advanced surgical care, cat-friendly handling, and same-day urgent care triage to help ensure pets receive the care they need when they need it most. We accept cash, ZipPay, VetPay, and all major credit cards (excluding Amex). Please note that we do not offer in-house payment plans.

Pet Wellness & Preventative Care

Routine wellness checks, vaccinations, parasite prevention, puppy and kitten care, senior health monitoring, and nutritional guidance support pets through every life stage.

Pet Dentistry

Professional teeth cleaning, dental radiographs, oral examinations, extractions, and staged dentistry procedures help protect your pet’s long-term oral health and comfort.

Pet Surgery

Our hospital provides routine and advanced surgical care, including desexing, BOAS surgery, soft tissue procedures, emergency surgery, and specialist surgical support.

In House Pet Diagnostics & Imaging

Digital X-rays, ultrasound, in-house laboratory testing, bloodwork, urinalysis, and referral imaging support help our veterinarians investigate health concerns efficiently.

Pet Internal Medicine

Our veterinarians diagnose and manage chronic and ongoing conditions, including endocrine disease, gastrointestinal concerns, kidney disease, and other complex medical conditions.

Pet Behaviour Consultations

Behaviour consultations with Dr Sally and the BraveDogs program support dogs experiencing anxiety, fear, stress, handling difficulties, and other behavioural concerns.

Pet DEC Mobile Consulting Clinic

Our mobile consulting clinic at the Dog Education Centre in Wodonga provides routine veterinary care, health assessments, preventative services, and behavioural consultations.

Puppy Victory Visits

Puppy Victory Visits use gentle handling and positive experiences to help young dogs become more comfortable with veterinary appointments, examinations, and future care.

Pet Dermatology

Dermatology appointments help investigate allergies, itchiness, skin infections, ear concerns, hair loss, lumps, and recurring skin conditions affecting dogs and cats.

Pet Desexing

Desexing services for dogs and cats include individual recommendations based on your pet’s species, breed, age, development, health, and individual needs.

Pet Anaesthesia

Learn how anaesthesia is planned and monitored, including pre-anaesthetic assessment, individual protocols, dedicated patient monitoring, and recovery support.

Pet Urgent Care & Triage

Same-day urgent care and walk-ins are welcomed for sick or injured pets, with hospital triage helping prioritise patients according to their medical needs.

Pet House Call Services

Limited mobile veterinary services are available throughout Greater Albury-Wodonga, including selected routine house calls and compassionate in-home euthanasia support.

Senior Pet Care

Senior pet care focuses on early disease detection, mobility, chronic condition monitoring, cognitive health, comfort, and quality of life for ageing dogs and cats.

Pet End-of-Life Care

Compassionate end-of-life care includes quality-of-life guidance, euthanasia, in-home options where available, and support for pets and families during difficult decisions.

Frequently asked questions

Below are answers to some common questions about veterinary services, urgent care, surgery, and hospital care at Albury Animal Hospital in Lavington. Our team is committed to making veterinary care accessible, supportive, and easy to navigate for pet owners throughout the region.

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Do you accept same-day urgent care appointments?
Yes. Albury Animal Hospital accepts same-day urgent care appointments and walk-ins for sick or injured pets whenever possible. Our nursing team triages patients throughout the day so urgent cases can be assessed promptly and prioritised appropriately.
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Do you offer behaviour consultations?
Yes. Dr Sally provides behaviour consultations through the BraveDogs program to help pets experiencing anxiety, fear, stress, and other behavioural concerns.
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Do you provide routine desexing?
Yes. We offer routine desexing for dogs and cats, with recommendations tailored to your pet's age, breed, health, and individual needs.
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What is a BOAS assessment?
A BOAS assessment evaluates breathing and airway function in brachycephalic breeds such as Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, and Pugs. These assessments help determine whether treatment or surgery may improve breathing comfort and quality of life.
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Do you provide house calls or mobile veterinary services?
Yes. Limited mobile veterinary services are available throughout the Greater Albury-Wodonga region, including routine house calls, the DEC Mobile Clinic, and in-home euthanasia where appropriate.