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Free* transport service

Did you know at VSOS – Advanced Treatment Centre, we offer a pick-up and drop-off service for your pet from your local vet hospital?

This means that we will pick up your pet from your local vet and drop them off when they have recovered, or are continuing treatment with your vet.

This patient service is led by our wonderful VSOS team member Claudine La Cava who will drive our customised patient transport vehicle.

Transport fees and conditions

There is no charge (free) for pets within a 15km radius of our hospital
There is no charge (free) for pets having procedures or extended stays at our hospital
We charge $100 each way for pets being transported 15-20km from our hospital
We charge $200 for pets being picked up 21-50km
We charge $400 for pets being picked up 51km and above
Additional costs may be incurred if your pet requires emergency care or stabilisation on the road

Patient stories

“Karina, and all of the vet nurses and vet specialists at VSOS, have such incredible empathy."
On the hardest day of Jimmy Barnes' life, the VSOS team was there.

VSOS - veterinary specialists treat hip dysplasia

Jason was told his 45kg Labrador Zorro's hip dysplasia was inoperable and he would be in pain for the rest of his life. Then he met the team at VSOS.

What to expect...

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Owners' FAQs

Your vet may refer you to the VSOS team - read our FAQs on diagnostics, aftercare, billing, procedures and more.

Emergencies

Trauma, choking, seizures, heatstroke or an accident... learn what to do and how to get help in an emergency.

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Patient transport service