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Every year, around 1,500 people die in road accidents in Australia, prompting state governments to introduce various measures to reduce the road toll. Encouragingly, these efforts have brought the number of deaths down over the years, although road accidents continue to claim far too many lives. Animals, too, are frequent victims of our roads. In…

Sharon was quite a bother, often calling about her pet dog. Most calls were trivial and didn’t need my immediate response, nor were they urgent health concerns after hours. One cold Melbourne winter night, I was about to go to bed when my mobile rang in a snivelling tone. When I answered wearily, I found…

How did our dog contract this disease? Lynda asked me in a hoarse voice, tears welling in her eyes. Her husband, standing beside her, hugged her and rested his left hand on her shoulder to comfort her. The credit card used to make the payment was in his right hand. “I don’t know the exact…

The Australian healthcare system is regarded as one of the world’s best, providing all Australians with equal access to medical facilities regardless of social or financial background. Those requiring additional care can opt for private insurance to meet their needs. This system has contributed to higher life expectancy among Australians, many of whom are octogenarians.…

One day, my veterinary clinic opened later than usual. I unlocked the door but forgot to deactivate the alarm, so it went off. After hurrying to turn it off, I returned to the entrance, feeling tense, and encountered the Zen family. I took a deep breath and welcomed them in; Mr and Mrs Sen entered,…

Getting calls at odd hours is common in my veterinary work, as cats and dogs can get sick at night. However, this call was particularly unusual because it came from Carrum Downs’ largest Hindu temple in Melbourne. They asked me to examine the temple peacock, who was unwell. Such requests are part of veterinarians’ charitable…

Horsham, a rural town in Western Victoria, is famous for its cattle industry, especially the breeding of Hereford beef cattle. These cattle are large, weighing between 800 and 1000 kilograms, which makes them hard to handle. When a Hereford cow has difficulty calving, she needs a caesarean section—a complex procedure even for veterinarians during the…

‘Doctor, I accidentally hit my dog while driving. I’m really worried and feeling terrible. Could he have any internal injuries? Please help.” A woman with a British accent called and pleaded over the phone. I then dispatched my nurse to assist in bringing her dog to the clinic. Within 30 minutes, they brought in the…

It was one of those July days when it poured heavily. Not literally cats and dogs, but the rain was fierce. The day was dark and gloomy, with strong winds, typical of Melbourne’s winter. The weather forecast predicted similar conditions for the upcoming weeks. I launched my veterinary clinic in a Melbourne outer suburb on…

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