Vaccinations and pet desexing Puppy school and new pet advice Helping you care for and enjoy your pet We treat all manner of unusual pets! Bendigo Animal Hospital is a family and community-focused small animal veterinary clinic and hospital, servicing Bendigo and the Central Victoria region. Our vets understand that your pet is part of the family!
A happy family-pet relationship starts with pet training and puppy school, and a healthy pet is nurtured with safe micro-chipping, vaccinations and regular wellness check-ups. If your pet needs further medical help, our full-service, small animal hospital offers some of the best diagnostic and treatment options currently available.
A happy family-pet relationship starts with pet training and puppy school, and a healthy pet is nurtured with safe micro-chipping, vaccinations and regular wellness check-ups. If your pet needs further medical help, our full-service, small animal hospital offers some of the best diagnostic and treatment options currently available.
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Founded in 1980, the Bendigo Animal Hospital is headed by Dr Max Tori and Dr Chris Allison. Our experienced team of veterinary staff not only love helping animals, but are committed to offering the highest standards in small animal veterinary care. Our pet care philosophy is to always provide quality, affordable vet care for your pets, with friendly and trust-worthy service.
The Bendigo Animal Hospital (BAH) is a vet clinic and small animal hospital, utilising the latest in diagnostic imaging, medical and surgical facilities. While we commonly treat a sick dog or cat, we also treat unusual pets, such as rabbits, guinea pigs, and snakes. Medical consultation: pet wellness exams, pet vaccination, and general pet health-care advice.
A pet Wellness Examination is a regular check up that allows your veterinarian to evaluate your pet's health and diagnose any problem before it becomes serious. Pets cannot tell you how they're feeling, and changes in their behaviour and health can be quite gradual, therefore more difficult to pick up when you see your pet every day.
Bendigo Animal Hospital and its staff are proud members of the community of Central Victoria. That's why we believe it's important to support-and give back to-the community in which we live. Motivated by this belief, some years ago we started exploring ways to help worthwhile local causes on a regular basis.
The Bendigo Animal Hospital is easy to find and centrally-located, directly opposite Lake Weeroona children's playground. We are open seven days a week Monday to Friday: 8:00am - 7:00 pm, Saturday: 8:30am - 4:00pm and Sunday: 9:00am-11:00am. The clinic is closed on public holidays. Customers of the clinic are supported by our 24 hour emergency service.
Reviews (20)
Tayla Jane
Oct 15, 2021
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I am blown away by the time and care put into a phone call I made with queries about getting my dog referred to a surgeon. Jamie spent the time to talk me through what we could do and which vet might be most suited to seeing my dog for an initial consult. Jamie was patient, and went above and beyond to help me when I wasn't sure where to start with the process. I have never had such great service from a veterinary clinic. Thank you, Jamie!
Allison Currie
Aug 23, 2021
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Last Monday my bulldog was rushed into surgery. He Had swallowed a belt and what we believe was a glove. Max and his team worked on him for hours. It was touch and go for him. They were able to remove… everything from his stomach and intestine. He is still recovering and doing amazing. I can't thank Bendigo Animal Hospital enough. Without them our big boy wouldn't be here.
Jayden Ann-Louise Collins
Jul 28, 2021
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I came in a few weeks ago with my Stimsons Python, Cashew. He had multiple health issues and all staff members I met were kind and welcoming as was Dr Chris. He was incredibly helpful when addressing all of my… concerns. fast forward to now, my little man has made a full recovery, appetite is back & he's back to his happy, healthy self. I can't thank you enough for helping us! I recommend Dr Chris to all my reptile owning friends, he's worth the little drive down to Bendigo! 🐍💚
Lazzara Barbar
Jul 22, 2021
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I would like to thank everyone at Bendigo animal hospital for taking care of my American bulldog Judge…….He had to have 3 lumps removed,and they done an Excellent job……BUT I would really like to Thank Dr..Monica most of all for her kindness and patients when dealing with my big boy…..such a sweet,and kind dr……I recommend DR Monica to any person that mite be scared about taking your dogs to vets,don’t be she is awesome when it came to my dog,she will be the same for you and your pets……Thanx again Monica…👍💋
Cass Reeves
Jul 09, 2021
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I cannot recommend BAH enough to anyone who needs a vet. They are loving, caring and incredibly thorough and knowledgeable. They will treat your animal as if it was their own and make every visit as happy as… possible even if it’s bad news.
Chris, Clare, Max and the entire team went above and beyond for our pooch Indy. Giving her more years then we ever expected in the face of diagnosis after diagnosis. When the time came for Indy to gain her wings, the love and kindness they showed us something we will never forget.
BAH aren’t just a vet, they will become like family.
Chris, Clare, Max and the entire team went above and beyond for our pooch Indy. Giving her more years then we ever expected in the face of diagnosis after diagnosis. When the time came for Indy to gain her wings, the love and kindness they showed us something we will never forget.
BAH aren’t just a vet, they will become like family.
Julia Currie
Jul 07, 2021
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Sam Whillance
Jun 28, 2021
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Been going here for a while. They've been really good, everyone is very nice, however we were charged $522 for the removal of a grass seed from our dogs nose under anesthesia, and they couldn't even find the grass seed or anything else! McIvor road vet quoted us $250-$300 for the exact same procedure on the same dog. Not sure why the cost difference is so massive.
Cindy Growcott
Jun 20, 2021
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Dr Max is THE most caring, compassionate, patient and skilled vet I have ever known. We recently had our old staffy euthanised at BAH - Dr Max made the most difficult day ever a little easier on us. From the first time we took our dogs there they have been very happy to visit. If you are looking for a highly skilled, caring vet practice, look no further than BAH. I'm very fussy with who I have look after my dogs, and have nothing but praise for this practice.
Jen Fuller
Jun 04, 2021
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My gorgeous girl had her teeth cleaned and a lump on her leg removed yesterday. The staff are so compassionate and friendly. Would not take my kids anywhere else. For a ten year old girl her teeth lol amazing -… I aksed if they can do mine as well but apparently not🤣🤣. Number 2 puppy heading in for his teeth to be cleaned next week. Price very fair and costs transparent.
Lia Tomasino-Wollburg
May 06, 2021
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I had one of the vets out to my pony, looked him over gave a couple of injections and then told me l would be better off putting him down. He really didn't know what the problem was. I asked if it was a bit of colic to which he replied oh it could be but you will have more problems so you should put him down. I will be back in the morning to check him out and see what your decision is. After he left l treated him myself with some warm beer and he was back to his old self with in the hour. Sometimes the old school ways are better and cheaper for that matter...
Nicole Gallagher
Mar 31, 2021
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Fj Pinner
Mar 03, 2021
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All of the staff are genuinely caring and I have always felt that my pets have received the best possible care. They provide options for care and are sensitive to the financial aspect of treatment. I have… recently lost my cat to a snake bite. The vets & nurses did everything they could for Tiger and provided counsel to my mother & I about grief and what to expect, now that he had passed. I will always be grateful for the care he received over the years & will return again. 🐱❤
Sheri Williams
Feb 07, 2021
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Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Chris, Dr. Clare, Nurse Whitney and all of the wonderful staff at Bendigo Animal Hospital for their enormous compassion and loving care over the years, during our boy’s recent illness and then on his final magnificent journey. I will be forever grateful for the overwhelming amount of kindness, care and support shown to me by everyone at the hospital during his illness and end-of-life day.
The work that you do is incredibly special.
Thank you ❤️
The work that you do is incredibly special.
Thank you ❤️
Elaine Williams
Jan 09, 2021
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I rang at 9am today Sunday , had my extremely sick dog in the car and was told there were booked out. It’s supposed to be an emergency service from 9-11am. They tried to give me phone numbers two of which didn’t exists and the third rang out. They won’t do a home visit either unless you are a customer of the clinic.
Luckily I was treated with kindness and compassion at McIvor Rd Vet and unfortunately had to have my little dog Euthanised as he was so ill. Shame on you BAH.
Luckily I was treated with kindness and compassion at McIvor Rd Vet and unfortunately had to have my little dog Euthanised as he was so ill. Shame on you BAH.
Anje Hafkamp
Nov 19, 2020
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I have brought my cat here for about 5 years and dog for 2.
Every single member of staff we dealt with are professional, genuinely caring and kind. My cat has anxiety and they always help her calm down with their gentle demeanor whilst being cheery and engaging my dog. I trust them so much that although I recently moved, I contacted them to see if they recommend any veterinary clinics in the town I moved too.
Sad to leave them as my fur babies became comfortable with them and I now need to find another clinic where the staff are just as knowledgeable and truly care for their patients (they have
Every single member of staff we dealt with are professional, genuinely caring and kind. My cat has anxiety and they always help her calm down with their gentle demeanor whilst being cheery and engaging my dog. I trust them so much that although I recently moved, I contacted them to see if they recommend any veterinary clinics in the town I moved too.
Sad to leave them as my fur babies became comfortable with them and I now need to find another clinic where the staff are just as knowledgeable and truly care for their patients (they have
Emma Marie
Nov 05, 2020
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Steph Mcpherson
Sep 24, 2020
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A Big Thank you to the Team at Bendigo Animal Hospital, I have seen Max and Claire and I’ve deftinately made the right choice choosing you guys to treat my furry friend. First thing this morning I was concerned about my dog and the lovely receptionist helped me from start to finish, she explained everything so well and calmed me knowing I was in the right hands and helped me with an appointment on the day.
Every staff member is so lovely and kind, always smiling when they walk past in the clinic or in reception, can’t speak any highly of this place! Thank you again to Claire who helped my
Every staff member is so lovely and kind, always smiling when they walk past in the clinic or in reception, can’t speak any highly of this place! Thank you again to Claire who helped my
Paul Kishazi
Sep 05, 2020
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Very professional team ! We have a very good experience. Our dog got sick, first we take it to another vet, they let us down. That afternoon our dog got very sick and in my panic I drive my dog to the Bendigo animal hospital . They so kind they accepted me without an appointment ! Next morning they operated on her, all whent good. Thank you for the caring team and special thanks to Fiona loving Ruby ❤ Bendigo animal hospital highly recommended.
Kristy Webster
Nov 09, 2019
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I have been using BAH for many years now.
Monday my 2 dogs were play fighting and the little ones eye popped out of its socket. I phoned the clinic straight away and they said to bring her in. I was seen to very quickly. They attempted to put the eye back in with some lubrication however was unsuccessful. I was advised she would need to go under. They explained options and costing to me right then and there. They were caring and very considerate of my dog and also me.
i asked them to do what they would do if it was their pet. Claire was brilliant. She called when she said she would, she updated
Monday my 2 dogs were play fighting and the little ones eye popped out of its socket. I phoned the clinic straight away and they said to bring her in. I was seen to very quickly. They attempted to put the eye back in with some lubrication however was unsuccessful. I was advised she would need to go under. They explained options and costing to me right then and there. They were caring and very considerate of my dog and also me.
i asked them to do what they would do if it was their pet. Claire was brilliant. She called when she said she would, she updated
David Byrne
Sep 04, 2019
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Found these guys when our dog became ill through the night after being told by another local vet that they did not have time to see him. The vet could not have done a better job of looking after our sick friend and explaining the possible causes and outcomes of the testing. Blood results were personally call through only a few hours later with further discussion of the results and what was needed to get him well again. Can't thank them enough.
