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Blue Cross Veterinary Hospital We offer a full veterinary service including medicine, surgery, dentistry, micro-chipping, exotic an We offer a full veterinary service at our hospital. Gazendam

The Blue Cross Veterinary Hospital, is situated in the beautiful suburb of Newlands, in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town, Western Cape. This includes medicine, surgery, dentistry, physical rehabilitation, micro-chipping, exotic animal care, and limited grooming and boarding services for your pet. Our emphasis is on preventative medicine, but we are staffed and equipped to provide for most any illness, injury, or concern. We will provide you with clear recommendations and then help you make the best decision for your pet’s healthcare needs by explaining each option. We are here to serve you and your pet and provide you the quality of service you want and deserve. The on-site staff will help you in our Veterinary Retail shop with all your requirements. If we don't have it we will source it. Our vets travel throughout Cape Town, from the Peninsula and the Southern Suburbs to the Northern Suburbs and further. We want the best standards of healthcare for our own pets and we aim to provide that same standard for our patients. The Blue Cross Vet is a registered member of the South African Veterinary Associations (SAVA). Small Animal Doctors:
Dr P. Bernhardi
Dr L. Bebbington
Dr H. Steyn
Dr K. Franz

Equine Doctors:
Dr JF. Triegaardt
Dr B.

A heartfelt thank you to the Equine Sport Centre for sharing these lovely pictures and videos with us! 💙🐴We’re so gratef...
16/10/2026

A heartfelt thank you to the Equine Sport Centre for sharing these lovely pictures and videos with us! 💙🐴

We’re so grateful for the trust you place in us to care for your patients big and small, and we absolutely love receiving updates and seeing how they’re doing. It means so much to be part of their journey! 🐎✨

Keep the updates coming — we love celebrating every little milestone with you! 💙

Spring means more sunshine and more time together. Keep your pets protected all season with Bravecto®’s fast-acting, lon...
13/10/2026

Spring means more sunshine and more time together. Keep your pets protected all season with Bravecto®’s fast-acting, long-lasting protection against ticks and fleas. Available from your nearest vet.

Did you know? A mares placenta should be passed within a few hours of foaling! We recently treated a mare with a placent...
09/10/2026

Did you know? A mares placenta should be passed within a few hours of foaling! We recently treated a mare with a placenta that was contained (>3 hours). this is an emergency and should never be ignored! A retained placenta can increase the risk of serious complications such as uterus infection, laminitis and endotoxemia.

The golden rule: if your mare has foaled and you haven’t seen the placenta (or it’s still ‘hanging out’) after three hours: call the vet!

Never pull the placenta yourself- this could lead to serious complications and bleeding.

Visit us this October! Buy any Hill's Science Plan food in-store & enter to win a R2,000 Woolworths voucher. T&Cs apply....
01/10/2026

Visit us this October! Buy any Hill's Science Plan food in-store & enter to win a R2,000 Woolworths voucher. T&Cs apply.

IMPORTANT NOTICE 🐴 AHS VACCINATION PERMISSIONSThe 2026 AHS vaccination season in the controlled area ends 30 September 2...
29/09/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE 🐴 AHS VACCINATION PERMISSIONS

The 2026 AHS vaccination season in the controlled area ends 30 September 2026.

📅 2027 applications open May 2027
Unless otherwise directed.

For enquiries: email - [email protected]

Please plan ahead for the 2027 season.

If Rabies is 100% preventable, why do we still need World Rabies Day?Rabies elimination is only possible when communitie...
28/09/2026

If Rabies is 100% preventable, why do we still need World Rabies Day?

Rabies elimination is only possible when communities have access to the tools, knowledge, and support they need. World Rabies Day is a global reminder that:
• Every dog vaccinated brings us closer to eliminating dog-mediated rabies.
• Every person who knows what to do after a dog bite can save a life.
• Every community, government, veterinarian, healthcare worker, educator, and advocate has a role to play.

This World Rabies Day, let us be Stronger Together, to ensure that 100% preventable ends in 100% prevented.

🐾 Why do vets recommend sterilising your dog?Dr Bernhardi and Dr Bebbington recently tag-teamed a sterilisation involvin...
25/09/2026

🐾 Why do vets recommend sterilising your dog?

Dr Bernhardi and Dr Bebbington recently tag-teamed a sterilisation involving a cryptorchid dog — and this case is a great reminder of why regular veterinary checks matter.

Both testicles had failed to descend. One was found deep internally and the second testese was more than THREE times its normal size. Hormones produced by the retained testicle had also contributed to an enlarged prostate, which had pushed the bladder further into the abdomen.

With both testicles retained, it can sometimes appear that a male dog has already been sterilised. In this case, testosterone testing helped our vets to investigate further and locate the retained testicles.

🚨 Cryptorchidism isn’t just a cosmetic concern. Retained testicles have an increased risk of complications, including testicular tumours, and should be assessed by a veterinarian.

If your puppy’s testicles haven’t descended, don’t wait and see. Book a consultation with your vet so that they can assess the right time for sterilisation, chemically or surgically.

❤️ Sterilisation is about more than preventing unwanted litters — it can also protect your pet’s long-term health.

📍 Blue Cross Veterinary Hospital – Newlands
📞 Contact us to book a consultation 021 - 674 4090.

Enjoy the braai day……Please remember to keep the kebab sticks away from the dogs and don’t feed the excess fat from the ...
24/09/2026

Enjoy the braai day……
Please remember to keep the kebab sticks away from the dogs and don’t feed the excess fat from the braai to them….

We are open today 10 -11 am and 5 - 5:30 pm for emergencies.

Spring is here, so let's Spring into better pet health this season. You may have noticed a few changes in your pet — but...
18/09/2026

Spring is here, so let's Spring into better pet health this season.
You may have noticed a few changes in your pet — but some shouldn't be ignored.

Keep an eye out for:

🐾 Scratching or licking more than usual
🐾 Red or irritated skin
🐾 Excessive grooming in cats
🐾 Hair loss or bald patches
🐾 Repeated ear scratching or head shaking
🐾 Changes in appetite, energy or behaviour

While the occasional scratch is normal, persistent itching, licking or changes in your pet's skin can be a sign that something needs attention.

Don't wait for a small problem to become a bigger one. ❤️

If something doesn't seem quite right, our Blue Cross team is here to help investigate the cause and recommend the appropriate treatment for your pet.

📞 Book a consultation with Blue Cross Veterinary Hospital at 021-674 4090.

🎉🐾 And we have a winner! 🐾🎉A huge congratulations to our lucky   Competition winner! 🥳💙Thank you to everyone who entered...
10/09/2026

🎉🐾 And we have a winner! 🐾🎉

A huge congratulations to our lucky Competition winner! 🥳💙

Thank you to everyone who entered. We hope our winner and 'Fluffy' enjoy the fabulous cat bed! 🐱✨

Keep an eye on our social pages for more exciting promotions coming your way!

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Address

45 Main Street
Newlands
7700

Opening Hours

Monday 07:30 - 18:30
Tuesday 10:00 - 11:00
17:00 - 17:30
Wednesday 07:30 - 18:30
Thursday 07:30 - 18:30
Friday 07:30 - 18:30
Saturday 09:00 - 14:00
17:00 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 11:00
17:00 - 17:30

Telephone

+27216744090

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