At North Richmond Vet Hospital, we proudly welcome pets and families from across regional NSW, including many who travel from Bathurst. While there are veterinary clinics in Bathurst, some pet owners choose us because we provide advanced diagnostic facilities, specialist surgical services, and experienced care for exotic and small animals. From puppy and kitten vaccinations to dog and cat desexing, rabbit care, exotic pet medicine, and advanced surgery, Bathurst families know their pets are cared for with expertise and compassion.
Puppies in Bathurst often live active lives on properties, farms, or large backyards, which increases their exposure to preventable diseases. That’s why vaccination is essential. At North Richmond Vet Hospital, our puppy vaccination programs protect against parvovirus, distemper, hepatitis, and canine cough.
Each puppy visit also includes:
Growth and body condition checks
Parasite prevention suited to regional NSW (fleas, ticks, worms, and heartworm)
Nutrition advice for working dogs, large breeds, and family companions
Behaviour support for toilet training, chewing, and socialisation
Gentle handling to build confidence during vet visits
Families from Bathurst often travel to us because they want comprehensive medical protection and expert guidance to support raising happy, healthy puppies.
Kittens in Bathurst are playful and curious, but they’re vulnerable to viral diseases without vaccination. Our kitten vaccination services protect against feline herpesvirus, calicivirus, and panleukopenia. For cats with outdoor access, we also recommend FIV vaccination.
Each kitten appointment also includes:
A thorough physical exam (teeth, coat, eyes, digestion, weight)
Parasite prevention tailored to regional living
Advice for scratching, litter training, and enrichment
Microchipping and desexing guidance
Bathurst families choose us because we combine complete medical protection with supportive, cat-friendly care.
Vaccinations remain important throughout life. Families seeking adult pet vaccinations near Bathurst come to us for tailored care suited to each pet’s lifestyle.
Working and farm dogs need kennel cough and core boosters.
Outdoor cats require annual vaccines to prevent infectious disease.
Indoor pets still benefit from yearly exams even if fewer vaccines are required.
Each vaccination appointment also includes a full health check, giving Bathurst families reassurance about their pets’ long-term wellbeing.
Rabbits in Bathurst face risks from calicivirus (RHDV), which spreads widely across NSW. Our rabbit vaccination program protects against this deadly virus.
At each rabbit consultation, we also:
Check teeth and nails for overgrowth
Provide dietary guidance to support gut health
Offer housing and predator-proofing advice
Share safe handling and parasite prevention tips
Because rabbit-savvy veterinary care isn’t always available in regional towns, Bathurst families travel to us for expert rabbit medicine.
Desexing your dog is one of the best ways to support long-term health and behaviour. At North Richmond Vet Hospital, we provide safe, professional dog desexing for Bathurst families, performed in sterile theatres with modern anaesthesia and continuous monitoring.
Benefits include:
Preventing pyometra and reproductive cancers in females
Reducing roaming, aggression, and urine marking in males
Supporting calmer behaviour at home
Preventing unwanted litters
Families from Bathurst choose us because they trust our experienced surgical team and value our clear aftercare support.
Cats in Bathurst often roam across wide areas, making desexing essential to prevent unwanted kittens and support health. We recommend cat desexing at 5–6 months of age.
Our services include:
Safe anaesthesia with continuous monitoring
Strong pain relief for recovery comfort
Calm, cat-friendly handling
Clear aftercare instructions for owners
Bathurst families trust us to provide safe, gentle, and professional surgical care for their cats.
We also provide exotic animal desexing for Bathurst families, including rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, rats, and mice.
Benefits include:
Preventing reproductive cancers (especially in rabbits and ferrets)
Reducing hormonal behaviours such as aggression or spraying
Preventing accidental breeding
Because exotic surgeries are delicate and require experience, Bathurst owners rely on us for species-specific care.
One reason Bathurst families choose us is access to advanced diagnostic facilities, including:
Digital X-ray for bones, chest, and abdominal imaging
Ultrasound for pregnancy and internal organ evaluation
CT scanning for complex or hard-to-diagnose cases
These tools allow us to provide fast, accurate answers, improving outcomes for pets.
Flat-faced breeds such as French Bulldogs, Pugs, and Boston Terriers are popular in Bathurst, but they often face breathing difficulties. We provide expert brachycephalic care, including:
Comprehensive airway and breathing assessments
Guidance on safe exercise, weight control, and heat management
Surgical correction for narrowed nostrils or elongated soft palates if needed
Bathurst families choose us because we provide skilled, compassionate care to improve their dogs’ quality of life.
We welcome unusual pets, and many Bathurst families bring us their rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, reptiles, birds, and rodents. Our services include:
Annual health checks for all species
Nutrition and husbandry support
Beak, wing, and nail trims for birds
Reptile habitat and diet guidance
Surgery and desexing for small mammals
Because exotic veterinary services are limited in regional NSW, Bathurst families travel to us for professional, species-appropriate care.
When surgery is needed, Bathurst families trust us for safe, professional care. We perform routine desexing as well as complex and emergency procedures.
Our surgical service includes:
Written estimates and clear communication
Sterile theatres with advanced monitoring equipment
Comprehensive pain relief for comfort and recovery
Overnight hospitalisation when required
Ongoing aftercare support
We support Bathurst breeders and families with pregnancy and birth services, including:
Ultrasound and X-ray for pregnancy confirmation and litter size
Nutrition and monitoring advice for expectant mothers
Support during labour and delivery
Emergency caesareans when complications occur
Families from Bathurst appreciate having access to advanced reproductive support when timing is critical.
Within driving distance of Bathurst with easy access
Advanced hospital with modern diagnostic tools
Full-service care for dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, reptiles, and exotic pets
Trusted, compassionate veterinary team
Located within comfortable reach of Bathurst, North Richmond Vet Hospital provides complete veterinary services under one roof, helping families save time while ensuring their pets receive the highest standard of care.
If you’re looking for puppy vaccinations, dog desexing, rabbit care, or exotic pet services near Bathurst, our caring, experienced team is here to help. Call today to book your appointment.
