Custom Veterinary Compounding in Mount Lawley, WA, Australia
At McKenzie’s Compounding Chemist, we understand that pets are cherished members of your family. Located in Mt Lawley, Perth, we specialise in veterinary compounding services, offering customised medications tailored to the unique needs of your furry, feathered, or scaled companions.
Our goal is to make administering medications easier and more effective, transforming treatment time into a positive experience for both you and your pet.
What is Veterinary Compounding?
Veterinary compounding is the art and science of preparing personalised medications for animals. This process involves modifying existing medications or creating new formulations to meet the specific needs of an individual animal. Whether it’s adjusting the dosage, altering the form, or adding flavours, compounding ensures that pets receive medications that are both effective and palatable.
Benefits of Veterinary Compounding
Veterinary compounding offers numerous advantages:
- Customised Dosages: Tailoring the strength of medication to suit the size, species, and condition of the animal.
- Alternative Dosage Forms: Transforming medications into liquids, gels, creams, or chewable treats for easier administration.
- Flavour Enhancement: Adding flavours like chicken, beef, or fish to make medications more appealing.
- Allergy-Friendly Formulations: Eliminating allergens or unnecessary additives to prevent adverse reactions.
- Access to Discontinued Medications: Recreating essential medications that are no longer commercially available.
Common applications of Veterinary Compounding
Our veterinary compounding services cater to a wide range of needs:
- Sugar-Free Medications: Ideal for diabetic pets.
- Transdermal Gels: Applied to the skin for pets that resist oral medications.
- Flavoured Antibiotic Suspensions: Making antibiotics more palatable.
- Anti-Diarrhoea and Anti-Seizure Medications: Customised formulations for specific conditions.
- Medicated Treats and Chews: Turning medication time into treat time.
- Topical Powders and Ear Gels: For conditions requiring direct application.
Combination Medications: Simplifying treatment regimens by combining multiple medications into one.
Why Choose Veterinary Compounding at McKenzies?
With over two decades of experience in compounding, McKenzies stands out for its commitment to quality and personalised care:
- Expertise: Our compounding pharmacists are specially trained in veterinary compounding, ensuring each medication meets the highest standards.
- State-of-the-Art Laboratory: Our dedicated compounding lab is equipped with advanced technology to produce precise formulations.
- Collaborative Approach: We work closely with veterinarians to develop the most effective treatment plans for your pets.
- Community Support: Proud supporters of the Shenton Park Dogs Refuge Home and Desperate for Love Dog Pound Rescue (DFL), we are deeply invested in the well-being of animals in our community.
Frequently Asked Questions About Veterinary Compounding
Veterinarians can prescribe compounded medications, but they typically work with a qualified compounding pharmacy, like McKenzies, to prepare them. Compounding requires specialised equipment, training, and a sterile environment to ensure accuracy and safety.
Your vet will diagnose your pet and prescribe a customised medication, which is then compounded by our experienced pharmacists.
Not all pharmacies offer compounding services. Compounding requires dedicated facilities, specialised training, and strict quality control processes. McKenzies Compounding Chemist is a certified compounding pharmacy with a state-of-the-art laboratory, purpose-built to create high-quality, customised veterinary medications safely and effectively.
We can compound a wide variety of pet medications to meet specific needs, including:
- Flavoured oral suspensions (e.g. chicken, beef, tuna, molasses)
- Transdermal gels for skin absorption
- Medicated chews and treats
- Ear gels as an alternative to ear drops
- Capsules and tablets in customised dosages
- Topical powders, pastes, and creams
- Rectal suppositories and injectable formulations
These options help improve ease of administration, effectiveness, and pet compliance.
We provide compounded medications for a wide range of animals, including:
- Dogs and Cats
- Horses
- Rabbits and Small Mammals
- Birds (Parrots, Cockatoos, etc.)
- Reptiles and Amphibians
- Exotic pets and wildlife
Whether large or small, domestic or exotic, we work closely with your veterinarian to ensure your pet receives the most suitable treatment for their condition and temperament.
Frequently Asked Questions About Veterinary Compounding
Experience Personalised Veterinary Care with McKenzies Today!
Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, addressing behavioural issues, or simply making medications easier for your pet to take, McKenzie’s Compounding Chemist is here to support your animal’s health with care and precision. With over 30 years of trusted experience, expert veterinary compounding pharmacists, and a purpose-built laboratory, we deliver customised solutions that put your pet’s well-being first.
Contact us today to discuss how we can help your pet feel better, faster!
Ordering Your Prescription
Call us at (08) 9272 8726 or Submit your Prescription Online
If you have any queries about compounding or require any product samples, please feel free to contact any one of our compounding pharmacists on
(08) 9272 8726.
We are committed to providing high-quality, personalised medication solutions to meet the unique needs of each patient.