Veterinary Treatments & Therapies
Treatments and therapies for dogs and cats in Melbourne
When your pet is dealing with an ongoing health condition or recovering from an injury, the right treatment can make a big difference to their quality of life.
At Tooronga Veterinary Hospital, we offer a range of veterinary treatments and therapies at our practice in Melbourne.
Our veterinary team will help you explore suitable options and develop a plan to support your pet. Treatment may be recommended on its own or alongside other veterinary care, depending on your pet’s condition and goals.
Have a concern about your pet?
Our veterinary treatments and therapies
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Veterinary Dermatology
Assessment and management of skin, ear and allergy conditions affecting your pet.
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Chemotherapy
Medical treatment for certain cancers, with care and support tailored to your pet.
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Rehabilitation
Tailored treatment and exercises to support recovery and help improve mobility.
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Acupuncture
A complementary therapy to support pain management and other aspects of care.
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Laser Therapy
Used to support tissue healing, help manage pain and reduce inflammation in pets.
Why choose Tooronga Veterinary Hospital?
We combine experienced veterinary care, access to advanced facilities and personalised treatment planning to help support your pet throughout their care journey.
Experienced team
Over 100 years of combined veterinary experience, with a genuine passion for animal wellbeing.
Access to advanced facilities
Our hospital offers digital radiography, a human-grade CT scanner and an in-house laboratory to support investigations and treatment decisions.
Comprehensive care under one roof
With a broad range of veterinary services and our co-location with Animal Emergency Service, we can help coordinate care when your pet needs additional support.
Continuity of care
We aim to provide the same vet wherever possible, helping build familiarity and a better understanding of your pet’s health and progress.
Individual treatment plans
Recommendations are tailored to your pet’s condition, response to treatment and quality-of-life needs.
Convenient access
Our hospital is open seven days a week to help you access veterinary care when you need it.
FAQs
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The most appropriate treatment depends on your pet’s condition, symptoms, medical history and overall health.
We’ll assess your pet, discuss your concerns and explain which options may be suitable.
Depending on their needs, we may recommend a single treatment, a combination of therapies or further investigations before deciding on a plan.
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Your initial appointment allows us to assess your pet’s condition, review their medical history and discuss your goals for treatment.
We’ll explain the recommended approach, what it involves and what we hope to achieve. If further tests are needed before treatment begins, we’ll discuss these with you.
We’ll develop a treatment plan outlining the recommended approach, likely frequency of appointments and how we’ll monitor your pet’s progress.
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Some conditions may be managed through an initial consultation and occasional follow-ups, while others may benefit from a structured course of treatment over several sessions.
We’ll explain your pet’s recommended schedule and will adjust it depending on their response.
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Some treatment plans may include home care between appointments. This could involve prescribed medication, specific exercises, changes to your pet’s routine or other recommendations to support their progress.
We’ll explain what you need to do at home, how often to do it and what to look out for.
If anything is unclear or difficult to manage, please let us know.
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Every pet responds differently to treatment, and improvements may take time.
We’ll monitor your pet’s progress and review whether the treatment is achieving the intended goals.
If your pet isn’t responding as expected, we’ll reassess their condition and discuss whether the plan should be adjusted, additional investigations are needed or another approach may be more appropriate.
Our priority is to find a suitable way forward that supports your pet’s wellbeing and quality of life.
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Progress depends on your pet’s condition and the goals of treatment.
Improvements may include better mobility, reduced discomfort, healthier skin or changes in other symptoms.
We’ll explain what improvements to look out for. We’ll also arrange follow-up appointments to review their progress and work out next steps.
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Costs depend on the treatment recommended, the number of sessions required, any additional investigations and whether medication or other care is needed.
We’ll explain the expected costs and discuss the proposed plan with you before proceeding.
View our pricing information.
Find the right support for your pet
Whether your pet needs help managing an ongoing condition, support during recovery or additional treatment to improve their comfort, our team is here to help.