Business Details
30 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Canning Vale
Established in 1996, Ranford Veterinary Hospital has been dedicated to providing comprehensive veterinary care for pets in Canning Vale and surrounding areas. Our modern facility offers a wide range of services, including consultations, surgical procedures, puppy school programs, and emergency care. With a team of experienced veterinarians and nurses, we prioritise compassionate treatment, preventive healthcare, and client education.Our grassed backyard provides a natural environment for hospitalised animals, and we stock premium pet nutrition products to support long-term wellness. The practice maintains strong referral networks for specialist treatments and utilises advanced diagnostic equipment to ensure accurate assessments.
Services
Consultations
Surgery
Puppy School
Dietary Advice
Microchipping
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 7-day-a-week consultations with experienced veterinary professionals
- Our modern facility includes state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment
- We run popular puppy socialisation classes for 8-18 week old pets
- Our team provides specialist referrals through Perth's leading networks
- We maintain a grassed backyard for patient exercise and stress reduction
What people say
High standard of medical care
Gentle kindness and compassion
Efficient and effective treatment
Supportive and knowledgeable staff
Successful emergency surgery outcomes
Services
Consultations
Our experienced veterinarians provide comprehensive health assessments for pets. Services include routine examinations, vaccination updates, and medical advice. We operate seven days a week with extended weekday hours to accommodate busy schedules. Our consultation rooms offer a calm environment for both pets and owners to discuss healthcare needs.
Surgery
Routine surgical procedures performed Monday to Friday. Our modern operating theatre handles procedures from spaying/neutering to complex orthopaedic repairs. Patients can be admitted from 7am for early drop-off. The surgical team specialises in soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures for dogs and cats.
Puppy School
Socialisation classes for puppies aged 8-18 weeks. These sessions teach acceptable canine behaviour through peer interaction and structured activities. Instructors provide guidance for new pet owners. Classes run Tuesday and Wednesday evenings with vaccination requirements for participant safety.
Dietary Advice
Personalised feeding recommendations using premium pet food brands. Our nurses advise on Hills, Royal Canin, and SPD Prime100 products. Services include weight management plans and special dietary requirements assessment. We stock a comprehensive range of food options for immediate purchase.
Microchipping
Permanent pet identification through rice-grain-sized chip implantation. The procedure involves inserting microchips between shoulder blades for secure registration. This service helps reunite lost pets with owners through national databases. The quick, minimally invasive process provides lifelong identification.
People
Dr Graeme Fitzgerald
Veterinarian and Practice Partner
Senior veterinary surgeon with 30 years' experience. Specialises in orthopaedic surgeries and small animal care. Graduated from Murdoch University in 1990. Practice owner since 2001. Active in local sports coaching and clinic grounds maintenance.
Dr Kelly Kilgour
Veterinarian and Practice Partner
Experienced veterinarian with first-class honours from Murdoch University (1991). Specialises in soft tissue surgery and feline medicine. Practice owner since 2015. Active tennis player and sports supporter. Advocate for human-pet symbiotic relationships.
Dr Sally Hewitt
Veterinarian
Qualified in South Africa (2003) with UK and SA experience. Joined Ranford Vet in 2016. Specialises in complex medical cases. Background in community veterinary clinics. Enjoys gardening and running. Pet owner of two adopted cats.
Michele
Veterinary Nurse
Veterinary nurse since 1996 with specialist interest in cats and pocket pets. Trains new staff and students. Passionate Dockers supporter. Pet owner of two Ragdoll cats and two Weiro birds. Advocate for animal welfare education.
Emma
Veterinary Nurse
Qualified nurse since 2005 with expertise in feline care. Specialises in cat grooming and stress-free handling. Trains junior staff in cat behaviour. Mother of two children. Maintains indoor plant collection and enjoys musical theatre performances.
Questions
What services does Ranford Veterinary Hospital offer?
We provide consultations, surgeries, puppy school, dietary advice, microchipping, parasite prevention, dental care, and emergency services for pets.
What are your opening hours?
Monday-Friday 7am-7pm, Saturday 7am-5pm, Sunday 9am-12noon. Emergency consultations available during operating hours.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
We provide emergency services during our operating hours. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend contacting the nearest 24-hour veterinary clinic.
Can I book puppy school classes online?
Currently, puppy school bookings require direct phone contact. Call (08) 9456 0222 to secure your spot in our Tuesday/Wednesday evening classes.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, EFTPOS, and cash payments. Payment is required at the time of service unless alternative arrangements have been made.
Do you provide specialist veterinary services?
While we handle general practice, we maintain referral networks for specialist treatments. Our team can coordinate specialist consultations when required.
Reviews (7)
Marie
Dec 27, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
We have found the service provided by this clinic to be friendly, professional and very caring. We are very happy with entrusting the care and wellbeing of our furry baby to this clinic.
We have found the service provided by this clinic to be friendly, professional and very caring. We are very happy with entrusting the care and wellbeing of our furry baby to this clinic.
Gloria
Dec 19, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
Have been taking our dogs to Ranford Veterinary Hospital for over 10 years. Cannot fault them. Even those whom we've referred to RVH speak highly of this practice. All staff are highly competent, caring and compassionate. We trust them unreservedly.
Have been taking our dogs to Ranford Veterinary Hospital for over 10 years. Cannot fault them. Even those whom we've referred to RVH speak highly of this practice. All staff are highly competent, caring and compassionate. We trust them unreservedly.
Sarah Chester
Dec 16, 2021
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We came to this veterinary practice for the first time with an emergency with our cat. The whole team - right from reception, vet nurses and vets were amazing and provided us with outstanding service. They kept us up to date throughout all treatment and were upfront with treatment, costs involved and kept us informed at every stage. Their handovers regarding treatment were thorough and staff were available for any questions we had throughout the process. As our cat had to remain in hospital for a period of time, we were allowed to visit and this made the whole process less stressful. At no time
Penny Armstrong
Dec 14, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
My Miniature Schnauzer has had a few visits to Ranford Vet recently for grass seeds and dental clean and polish. Each time Dr Lin has taken extreme care. She has bounced back from her aesthetic today, no problems. Thank you.
My Miniature Schnauzer has had a few visits to Ranford Vet recently for grass seeds and dental clean and polish. Each time Dr Lin has taken extreme care. She has bounced back from her aesthetic today, no problems. Thank you.
Jenny Wilson
Dec 07, 2021
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I recently took my little dog in as she was very unwell I had no appointment as my normal vet offered very limited care The help and support I received was outstanding. After three days of intensive care. I collected her yesterday and although with medication she is on the mend. I understand Pancreatitis is very tricky to treat. I was so lucky. Many thanks to a fantastic job by all.
Bec S.
Nov 28, 2021
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I came to Ranford as my usual vets were booked and my puppy was sick. The staff have all been very kind and the vets thorough and detailed in their examination and explanations. As I have a Collie with drug sensitivities, the vet ensured to explain each ingredient listed to show that they were not any of the known irritants. Highly recommend them.
Sharynna Hudson
Oct 28, 2021
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I would highly recommend Ranford vet to anyone who wants good quality service at a reasonable cost. The team was very professional and outstanding. I brought my dogs in for a dental and Dr Joanna did a thorough check for them. From there, she diagnosed other issues with the dogs, and went through recommendations on what I should do for them. Dr Joanna explained everything, so that I could easily understand all that she was saying. After the first visit, Scream had to have one eye removed to make him feel better. Dr Joanna managed to do the procedure with great skills and the result was with minimal
