Specialist Veterinary Referral Care
Brindabella Veterinary Referral Service provides specialist surgical care, physical therapy and advanced imaging support for dogs and cats in Canberra, ACT.
Specialist Care for Dogs & Cats in Canberra
When your pet needs specialist veterinary care, you want to feel confident that they are in experienced, compassionate hands. At Brindabella Veterinary Referral Service, we provide referral-based care for dogs and cats, working closely with you and your primary care veterinarian to support your pet’s treatment, recovery and long-term wellbeing.
We are proud to be an independent veterinary referral service in Canberra. Our deliberately small, hand-picked team allows us to offer a more personal experience, with continuity of care, timely communication and treatment plans tailored to each patient.
From your first enquiry through to post-operative support, our focus is on helping you feel informed, supported and confident in your pet’s care.
Veterinary Referral Services in Canberra, ACT
Brindabella Veterinary Referral Service offers a focused range of specialist and advanced veterinary services for dogs and cats. Our team works with pet owners and referring vets across Canberra, the ACT and surrounding regions, including Queanbeyan, Bungendore, Murrumbateman, Yass, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Cooma, Jindabyne and the Snowy Mountains.
Specialist Soft Tissue Surgery
Our specialist soft tissue surgery supports dogs and cats requiring advanced surgical care. We provide a tailored approach to each case, with a strong focus on communication, careful planning and continuity of care throughout the referral process.
Orthopaedic Surgery
We offer orthopaedic surgery for pets with musculoskeletal conditions, including procedures such as TPLO for cruciate surgery, luxating patella, arthroscopy, angular limb deformity (ALD) surgery, arthrodesis and fracture repair. Our goal is to support mobility, comfort and recovery with specialist-level surgical care.
Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation
Our physical therapy and rehabilitation services support pets recovering from surgery, managing mobility concerns or living with musculoskeletal disease. Services may include rehabilitation nursing, laser therapy, TENS therapy, manual therapy, cryotherapy and post-operative support.
Meet Our Veterinary Team
Our people are at the heart of Brindabella Veterinary Referral Service. We are a close, capable and supportive team with a shared commitment to excellent patient care, clear communication and ongoing professional development.
From specialist surgery to rehabilitation support, our team works together to provide thoughtful, personalised care for every dog and cat referred to us.
Why Choose Brindabella Veterinary Referral Service?
Brindabella Veterinary Referral Service was created to offer a different kind of referral experience: specialist-level care in a setting that feels personal, supportive and connected.
As an independent referral practice, we are not a large corporate hospital. We are intentionally small so we can provide individualised care, clear communication and a strong sense of continuity for pets, owners and referring vets.
Our approach is built around clear communication with pet owners and referring veterinary teams, personalised treatment plans for each patient, specialist surgical knowledge, advanced clinical support and a caring, team-based approach to patient care.
We understand that referral care involves trust. That is why we place such importance on keeping you and your vet informed, answering questions clearly and supporting your pet’s care every step of the way.
Patient Stories & Community Feedback
Every patient has a story, and we are privileged to play a role in many of them. Our patient stories and case studies highlight the care, teamwork and communication that guide our approach at Brindabella Veterinary Referral Service.
Vicki L.
“We found Sarah to be absolutely amazing today. She was warm, caring, and clear with the information. She answered all of our questions comprehensively and took time to explain the procedure. Excellent service and care by the whole team.”
Shayna S.
“Dr. Sarah was amazing during our consultation, conducting a very thorough examination of our Frenchie and explaining everything she was doing. The BVRS team also allowed us to contact them regarding any questions, which was super helpful. We were so grateful for the support and guidance of Sarah and BVRS.”
Dom
“Amazing staff made the traumatic experience of emergency surgery for my dog the day before Christmas much more manageable. Fiona is absolutely lovely, tremendous experience and expertise and can tell she loves what she does.”
RM D.
“I cannot speak highly enough of the team at Brindabella Veterinary Referral Service, especially Dr Fiona and the incredible nursing and care staff.”
Jeannie P.
“The team at BVRS are absolutely amazing. We are now going through them a second time with our old boy, and they are so kind and supportive.”
Caro V.
“We’re immensely thankful to BVRS for their care and support for our dog, who needed surgery to remove a large lump. Dr Fiona, Dr Sarah and the nursing team were fantastic.”
Luke
“From day one, the entire team has rallied around us with genuine love, compassion, and practical solutions to help us give him the best possible quality of life.”
Contact Brindabella Veterinary Referral Service
If your pet has been referred to us, or if you are a veterinary professional seeking specialist support for a patient, our team is here to help.
Call or email Brindabella Veterinary Referral Service in Canberra, ACT, to discuss a referral, ask a question or learn more about our specialist veterinary services for dogs and cats. For referring veterinarians, our referral form provides a clear pathway to send patient information to our team.