Lort Smith is an iconic Melbourne institution providing exceptional veterinary services for all pet carers. We aim to provide world-class animal healthcare and wellbeing services through high-quality vet care and state-of-the-art facilities. But we do more than that. We champion the human-animal bond and have a unique legacy of compassion for pets and people in our community.
Our future is in your hands
As expectations increase in relation to the quality of veterinary care, we are boldly undertaking two major projects that will change the landscape of animal healthcare and wellbeing in Melbourne.
Learn moreHere are the winners
Congratulations to this year’s Lort Smith Backyard Hero Calendar Competition award recipients! We would like to thank everyone who entered and voted.
View the winnersAvailable for adoption
The Lort Smith Adoption Centre rehomes approximately 850 surrendered animals each year. If you are considering adopting a pet, the first step is to carefully read the ‘before you adopt’ section.
View our animals
Our stories
Countless colourful interactions occur every day at Lort Smith. While our community is incredibly diverse, we share one commonality – a love of our pets, and a deep respect for the human-animal bond.
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