Brackenhurst Veterinary Hospital

16/03/2026

We’re excited to announce the launch of our new online booking platform. Please click the link below to book your appointment today. https://portal.chckup.app/book/brackenhurst-veterinary-hospital?booking_source=Facebook

06/03/2026

🐾 A story of love and kindness 🐾

On Monday night our local CPF received a call to assist a homeless man who had been stabbed. When they arrived, despite his injuries, his biggest concern wasn’t himself — it was his little puppy.

While he was taken to hospital, CPF brought the puppy to us so we could look after her. We vaccinated and dewormed her, and she enjoyed a warm bath at our grooming parlour.

Together with our NPO Grace Fund, we will continue caring for her by providing all her puppy vaccinations and arranging for her sterilisation when she is old enough.

This is an owner who may not have much, but the love he has for his puppy is undeniable. He phoned us every day from the hospital asking how she was doing, and the happiness when they were finally reunited was truly heartwarming.

Sometimes love isn’t about what you have — it’s about the bond you share. ❤️🐶

Thank you to everyone who helped make sure this little one was safe and cared for.

05/03/2026

02/03/2026

🎉🐾 Happy 4-Year Work Anniversary, Dr Janine! 🐾🎉

Today we’re celebrating 4 amazing years of dedication, compassion, and outstanding care from our wonderful Dr Janine here at Brackenhurst Veterinary Clinic!

Your commitment to our furry patients and their families, your gentle approach, and your passion for veterinary medicine truly make a difference every single day. 🐶🐱

Thank you for your hard work, your kindness, and for being such a valued part of our team. We are so grateful to have you with us!

Here’s to many more years of saving paws and changing lives! 🥂🐾

17/02/2026

🥶 Winter Is Coming… and They’re Counting on Us. 🥶

As the cold nights settle in, many pets will be facing winter without the warmth and comfort they deserve. While we bundle up in cozy blankets and warm homes, countless animals are wishing for just a little bit of that same comfort.

You can be the reason a tail keeps wagging this winter. 🐾

We are collecting new or gently used blankets and bags of pet food to help keep vulnerable pets warm, safe, and fed during the cold months ahead.
Please consider donating and helping us wrap these sweet souls in love this winter.

From the bottom of our hearts — thank you ❤️

13/02/2026

A huge thank you to Lauren and Garry Venter for spoiling us with these beautiful personalised coffee mugs ☕💛

The team is absolutely thrilled!
Even better, the days of staff debating whose mug is whose are officially behind us 😂 With our names printed on them, there’s no more confusion… or creative borrowing!

We truly appreciate your generosity, Lauren and Garry. You’ve definitely made our coffee breaks that little bit more special! 🙌✨

10/02/2026

We at Brackenhurst Veterinary Hospital are proud to announce our partnership with AARCC Alberton Animal Rehabilitation & Conditioning Centre 🐾

This collaboration ensures that all our orthopedic surgery patients receive the vital rehabilitation and physiotherapy they need after surgery. Post-operative physio plays a critical role in recovery, and for clients who wish to continue therapy long-term, treatment can seamlessly carry on with the AARCC team.

Why is physiotherapy so important after orthopedic surgery?

• 🦴 Improves healing and joint mobility by preventing stiffness and scar tissue formation
• 💪 Restores muscle strength and prevents muscle wastage during recovery
• 🚶 Encourages correct movement patterns, reducing compensatory injuries
• ⏱️ Speeds up recovery time, helping pets return to normal activity sooner
• ❤️ Reduces pain and inflammation in a controlled, safe manner
• 🐕 Improves long-term surgical outcomes, especially after cruciate, fracture, or spinal procedures

We’re excited to give our patients the best possible start to a strong, pain-free recovery.

✨ Here are some photos of our newest orthopedic patients already on their rehab journey! ✨
BARCC - Bedfordview Animal Rehabilitation & Conditioning Centre

04/02/2026

🐾 LOOKING FOR A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME 🐾

On the 23rd of January, a kind Samaritan brought in this stray kitten after he had been hit by a car. The poor little guy was very frightened, but after treatment and lots of care, he is now doing really well ❤️

He is officially ready to go into foster care or find his forever home.

If you would be interested in fostering or adopting this sweet boy, please contact Brackenhurst Veterinary Hospital.

Please share to help this little survivor find a loving home 🐱✨

04/02/2026

Thank you so much to Tarryn Nelson for these amazing homemade cupcakes — we absolutely loved them! 🧁
Safe to say all the spoils we’ve been getting lately from our clients are starting to show 😄🤰🤰
We are so grateful for all our incredible clients and truly appreciate how much you spoil us❤️

28/01/2026

Thank you so much to Mr and Mrs Diedericks for the lovely cakes and beautiful flowers! We really appreciate it — self-control around cake is not one of our core skills 😉🍰💐
Love,
The Brackenhurst Vet Team

27/01/2026

On the15th January, a compassionate client rushed a mama cat and her two tiny kittens into our care after a suspected MVA. She was injured and frightened.

Thanks to immediate treatment under our NPO Grace Fund. and lots of love, this incredible mum has made a wonderful recovery. Sadly, despite everyone’s best efforts, one of her kittens didn’t survive. 🕊️

Her remaining kitten is now thriving and growing stronger every day. Mum and baby are safe, loved, and doing beautifully in foster care.

This is why rescue matters. Thank you to everyone who helped give this little family a second chance. 🐾💛

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