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Lorn Veterinary Hospital Privately owned small animal veterinary clinic located in Lorn, NSW. Dr Brett Alexander & his team. Winner of best petcare in the Hunter 2025 🥇

If you live in a paralysis tick-endemic area or will soon be moving or travelling to one of these regions with your pet,...
14/09/2026

If you live in a paralysis tick-endemic area or will soon be moving or travelling to one of these regions with your pet, it’s vital to ensure that your pet will be protected.

Tick paralysis can cause life-threatening symptoms including:

⚠️ Progressive weakness, usually starting in the hindlimbs and leading to generalised paralysis
⚠️ Progressive breathing difficulties
⚠️ Changes in bark/miaow
⚠️ Regurgitation or vomiting
⚠️ Pupil dilation

These days, there are many effective and easy tick prevention products to choose from, including palatable chews, topical products, collars, and annual injections. Consult our knowledgeable team regarding suitable options for your pet.

Percy came to see us a few times over the past few weeks. Look how gorgeous he is! Plus, he has the most chill-dude pers...
12/09/2026

Percy came to see us a few times over the past few weeks. Look how gorgeous he is! Plus, he has the most chill-dude personality 🥰 we love you Percy!

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10/09/2026

ᴄʜᴇᴄᴋ ᴏᴜᴛ ᴛʜᴇsᴇ ᴄᴜᴛɪᴇs ᴡʜᴏ ʜᴀᴠᴇ ᴄᴏᴍᴇ ᴛᴏ sᴇᴇ ᴜs ʀᴇᴄᴇɴᴛʟʏ ▼・ᴥ・▼

🐾 Meet Dr PamAfter graduating with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Sydney in 2019, Dr Pam Byron c...
09/09/2026

🐾 Meet Dr Pam

After graduating with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Sydney in 2019, Dr Pam Byron completed a Graduate Certificate in Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care in 2021. She has a passion for small animal medicine and particularly enjoys emergency and critical care, where she can help pets and their families through some of their most difficult moments.
At home, life is just as animal-filled! Pam shares her home with her three children, four cats, two Greyhounds—Zoe and Juke—and a lively German Shepherd puppy. Juke is also a canine blood donor and has helped other dogs by donating blood.
In her spare time, Pam loves camping, beach adventures, photography, and gardening. She believes every pet deserves compassionate, personalised care and enjoys getting to know both her patients and the people who love them.

Does your dog sometimes get a red, itchy tummy?It could be a contact allergy!Common triggers for contact allergies in do...
09/09/2026

Does your dog sometimes get a red, itchy tummy?

It could be a contact allergy!

Common triggers for contact allergies in dogs include:

🌿 Grasses such as Couch, Kikuyu and Buffalo
🌿 Succulent ground plants such as Wandering Trad, Moses-in-a-cradle and Inch Plant
🌿 Native shrubs such as Grevillea
🌿 Harsh shampoos
🌿 Household chemicals such as detergents and carpet deodorisers

Contact allergies in dogs tend to manifest as red, bumpy, itchy skin in thinly furred areas such as the belly, groin, armpits, and the underside of the chest and tail. If your dog shows similar symptoms of irritation, we’d advise booking a check-up with one of our skin-savvy vets.

Meet nurse Kaitlyn!Kaitlyn has been a valued member of the Lorn team since 2021. After completing her Certificate IV in ...
07/09/2026

Meet nurse Kaitlyn!

Kaitlyn has been a valued member of the Lorn team since 2021. After completing her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2022, she transitioned from the equine industry to small animal practice and joined the clinic full-time in 2024.
Kaitlyn has a particular interest in surgical nursing and anaesthesia and enjoys being involved in all aspects of patient care throughout their treatment and recovery.
Before moving into small animal nursing, Kaitlyn gained extensive experience in equine management, rehabilitation, and grooming. While working as a groom for an Australian eventing rider, she had the opportunity to work alongside veterinary professionals from a wide range of countries and backgrounds, further expanding her knowledge and experience in equine care.
Outside of work, Kaitlyn can usually be found competing in eventing or spending time with her two kelpies, Chilli and Turbo.

As everyone becomes more active in the warmer weather, don’t forget about the increased activity of parasites too! ⚠️Whi...
07/09/2026

As everyone becomes more active in the warmer weather, don’t forget about the increased activity of parasites too! ⚠️

While fleas can breed throughout the year in a warm house, flea eggs outdoors can hatch in temperatures of 21 degrees and upwards within just a few days. 🌡️

Any untreated dogs or cats in your area may sprinkle flea eggs around like little parasite “salt shakers” (yuck!), meaning fleas can rapidly hatch, develop, and then eventually hitch a ride back home on your passing pet! 🏠

For advice on easy and effective flea control options for your dog, consult our knowledgeable team.

07/09/2026

🐾 meet Toby!

Toby turned 18 years old last week. He recently came in to see Dr Alex who just had to snap a photo of this gentleman.
Happy 18th Toby!

Seasonal hazard alert: This spring and summer, keep an eye out for grass seeds potentially becoming stuck in your dog’s ...
02/09/2026

Seasonal hazard alert: This spring and summer, keep an eye out for grass seeds potentially becoming stuck in your dog’s fur, eyes or ears. 🌾

When grass seeds dry out, they become like tiny arrowheads with sharp tips and one-way barbs, and can gradually migrate deep into soft tissues, causing severe infections. ⚠️

Try to steer clear of tall nature strips or areas with long, unmown grass, and always check your dog over after outdoor play for any grass seeds trying to hitch a ride. 🔎

If you suspect your pet might have a grass seed injury, it’s best to book a prompt check-up with our team.

Meet Dr Alexandra 🐾Dr Alex’s bio:Veterinarian- BVSc (Hons) PhDDr Alexandra has been working as a veterinarian since grad...
31/08/2026

Meet Dr Alexandra 🐾

Dr Alex’s bio:

Veterinarian- BVSc (Hons) PhD
Dr Alexandra has been working as a veterinarian since graduating with Honours from The University of Queensland in 2009. Throughout her career, she has gained experience across a wide range of veterinary fields, including small animal medicine and surgery, emergency and critical care, avian 🦜 and exotic animal practice, mixed practice, equine medicine and university research.
In 2020, Dr Alexandra completed her PhD, with research focusing on endocrine disorders, insulin and glucose regulation, and investigating treatments for metabolic syndrome and diabetes.
She believes pets are cherished members of the family and enjoys working closely with owners to provide the best possible care at every stage of their pet’s life. Whether it’s preventative healthcare, managing complex medical conditions or supporting pets as they age, Dr Alexandra is passionate about finding the right solutions for both her patients and their families. She values the compassionate, high-quality care provided at Lorn Veterinary Hospital, where every pet is treated as if they were one of our own.
Outside of work, Dr Alexandra is a passionate permaculturalist who loves growing food 🌽 and regenerating her small patch of land for future generations, the climate and local wildlife. Her little farm is home to more than 40 furry, feathered and scaled animals—and that’s just the domestic ones!

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2/46-50 Belmore Road
Lorn, NSW
2320

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 10pm
Thursday 8:30am - 10pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm
Saturday 8:30am - 12pm

Telephone

+49343300

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