Destination Orthopaedic Surgery for West End Pets

State-of-the-art bone, joint, and spinal surgery, just across the river.

From daily walks around Orleigh Park to navigating bustling riverside paths, West End dogs lead highly active lives. When complex surgical conditions arise, a quick trip across the river connects West End pet parents directly to BoneVet. Operating out of Bardon Veterinary Hospital, we provide elite orthopaedic and neurosurgical capabilities.

Led by a highly experienced clinical director, we manage severe traumas, chronic joint diseases, and complex soft-tissue surgeries with uncompromising medical rigour and deeply personalised care.

Canine TPLO X-Rays showing surgical repair for West End pets

Our Surgical Capabilities for West End:

Elite Anaesthetic Monitoring

Every surgical patient is supported by advanced anaesthetic machines with integrated multi-parameter monitors and auto-ventilators, delivering uncompromised respiratory safety.

Arthroscopic Surgery

We utilise minimally invasive "keyhole" camera incisions for developmental diseases of the elbow and shoulder, dramatically reducing post-operative recovery time.

Spinal Surgery (IVDD)

We are equipped to treat severe spinal pathologies, including emergency spinal decompression for intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in the neck and back.

Dr Mark Tonzing

Meet Your Surgeon

Dr. Mark Tonzing BVSc(Hons) MACVSc(SA Surgery)

Dr. Tonzing combines advanced training with a deeply compassionate approach to patient care. By operating independently out of Bardon Veterinary Hospital, he provides West End pet owners with cutting-edge surgical techniques—including TPLO and complex neurosurgery—without the rigid overhead of corporate referral centres.

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Ready to discuss your pet's surgery?

Whether you are travelling from West End for a second opinion or have a direct referral from your local vet, our team is ready to help.