Rathmines Veterinary Hospital, established in 1986, has a long history of providing a caring and professional service to the local community, and a deep commitment to the welfare of its pets. We aim to provide a full service to our clients with an emphasis on educating our clients, not only in treating their pets' problems, but also in preventing problems from occurring. Rathmines Veterinary Hospital is the only 'A' Class Veterinary Hospital in Western and Southern Lake Macquarie. We are fully equipped to provide the best possible care for your pets. Our services include x-ray, dental, ultrasound, behavioural consultations and puppy pre-school, as well as a large cat boarding facility. We can also conduct vaccinations, microchipping, and de-sexing procedures. When your pet is in need of care bring it in to Rathmines Veterinary Hospital.

Dr. Emma Leary graduated from the University of Sydney in 2008 and has 10+ years of veterinary experience. She provides accurate and peaceful veterinary service for pets using a calming approach and detailed diagnostics. Dr. Leary enjoys the academic challenge of complex cases and has a special interest in endocrinology and soft tissue surgery. In her free time, she spends time with her family and pets, stays fit, and enjoys cooking, baking, and gardening.

Dr. Joshua Dabrowski is a highly qualified veterinarian who graduated in the top five of his class in South Africa. With years of experience in small animal diagnostics and advanced surgery, he has established himself as a skilled practitioner. Dr. Dabrowski previously ran a thriving and growing small animal practice in Johannesburg with his business partner before relocating to Australia and purchasing Westlakes Veterinary Hospital in 2020. He underwent a comprehensive renovation of the practice to kick off a new era of growth. An enthusiastic surgeon, Dr. Dabrowski honed his skills under the tutelage of a specialist surgeon in South Africa. He has a wealth of experience performing complex orthopedic surgeries, including spinal decompressions, joint surgeries, and fracture repairs, as well as complex soft tissue surgeries like ear, nose, and throat procedures, advanced abdominal surgeries, and eye surgeries. Dr. Dabrowski is known for his warm and genuine personality, and he truly cares for the pets and their owners that he treats. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his young family, taking on DIY projects, and engaging in outdoor activities like bird watching and hiking. His lifelong love of animals has resulted in a diverse collection of pets, including snakes, birds, tortoises, chickens, geese, ducks, a meerkat, and large Great Danes.

Wendy Fisher, DVM, is a highly regarded veterinarian in New South Wales with a noteworthy career. She has practiced in both the UK and served as CEO at the bustling AREC for several years. Her love for her profession, combined with her extensive medical knowledge and compassionate nature, has made her a respected figure in the field. Dr. Fisher thrives on the challenge of complex medical cases and goes the extra mile to alleviate an animal's suffering and diagnose the issue. Her expertise in ultrasonography is a valuable asset in her practice, making her diagnoses accurate and efficient. When she's not working, Dr. Fisher enjoys spending quality time with her loved ones and staying active.

Westlakes Veterinary Hospital provides a boutique consultation appointment to enable the vet to provide a thorough consultation and build a strong relationship with our clients and their pets. We have an in-house lab, ultrasound and x-ray machines for accurate diagnostics. As well as medical care for your pets we also offer a grooming service and products for your pets as well as teaching puppy pre-school classes. We look forward to meeting you and your pet soon.