Melbourne Animal Specialist Hospital
Melbourne’s Leading Specialist Veterinary Hospital & 24/7 Emergency Vet
MASH brings together board-certified veterinary specialists and state-of-the-art facilities to provide referral services and 24/7 emergency and critical care for pets across Melbourne and beyond.
Whether your pet needs specialist treatment or urgent care right now, our team is here every day, around the clock.
Comprehensive Specialist
& Advanced Surgical Services
Emergency Department — Open 24/7
If your pet needs urgent care, come straight in. Our emergency department is open around the clock, every day of the year. No appointment needed.
Critical Care / ICU
Patients who need intensive monitoring and support are admitted to our ICU, led by Dr Merrin Hicks (FANZCVS) — a registered specialist in emergency and critical care.
Specialist Surgery
Our surgical team offers advanced orthopaedic, soft tissue and neurosurgery for referred patients. The team is led by Dr Ralph Webster (DACVS-SA) — a board-certified specialist surgeon — supported by our specialist anaesthesia and diagnostic imaging departments.
Internal Medicine
Our internal medicine service, led by Dr Alison Stickney (DACVIM), provides specialist diagnosis and management for pets with complex or chronic medical conditions. We accept referrals from GP vets and welcome pre-referral case discussions.
Referring to MASH
We welcome referrals for specialist surgery, internal medicine, and critical care. We communicate closely with referring practices throughout every case and provide detailed discharge summaries.
Ringwood — Easily Accessible from Across Melbourne
Leading the Way in Veterinary Excellence
When your pet needs more than a routine visit, trust Melbourne’s leading specialist surgeons and emergency team. As a premier multi-disciplinary specialist hospital, we provide world-class orthopaedic, soft tissue, and neurosurgery with the compassion your family deserves.
24-Hour Emergency Vet Services
MASH provides 24/7 emergency veterinary care for accidents and sudden illnesses, with a highly skilled team ready to provide immediate, critical support whenever you need it.
Compassionate and Personalized Care
MASH is committed to personalized veterinary medicine, combining tailored treatment plans with a collaborative approach that keeps you informed at every stage of your pet’s care.
Specialist Small Animal Hospital
As a leading specialist hospital, MASH combines the expertise of board-certified veterinarians with cutting-edge technology to deliver the highest standard of advanced clinical care.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Our state-of-the-art hospital features advanced imaging, surgical suites, and an in-house laboratory, ensuring fast, accurate diagnosis and the highest standards of veterinary care.
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