Dr Chris Brown
Australian Veterinarian, Television Presenter and Media Personality
Dr Chris Brown is an Australian veterinarian, television presenter, and media personality best known for his work in animal care and his long-running presence on Australian television. Combining veterinary expertise with a strong on-screen personality, Dr Chris Brown has become one of Australia’s most recognised lifestyle and entertainment presenters.
After graduating from university, he began his veterinary career in Sydney’s North Shore before expanding his work into remote communities and television broadcasting.
Early Veterinary Career
Following his studies, Dr Chris Brown worked at a veterinary clinic on Sydney’s North Shore.
He also travelled to remote Aboriginal communities in the Northern Territory, providing veterinary care and treatment for animals in rural and underserved areas.
In 2008, he began writing the “Pet Page” column for Woman’s Day magazine and appeared on radio stations including Triple M and Vega FM, building his profile as a trusted animal expert and media commentator.
Bondi Vet and Television Breakthrough
In 2008, Dr Chris Brown became widely known as the host of Bondi Vet on Network Ten.
The factual television series follows his work and life at a veterinary clinic in Bondi Junction, showcasing real cases and animal care stories.
The show became highly successful and was later broadcast internationally, including in the United States on CBS under the title Dr Chris: Pet Vet, which premiered in 2013.
Expansion into Television Presenting
Following the success of Bondi Vet, Dr Chris Brown expanded his television career into lifestyle and entertainment programming.
In 2010, he became a regular guest panellist on Network Ten’s talk show The Project, and also worked as a fill-in host for Charlie Pickering.
The Living Room and Lifestyle Television
In 2012, Dr Chris Brown joined The Living Room as a co-host alongside Amanda Keller, Miguel Maestre, and Barry Du Bois.
On the program, he presents popular travel and pet segments, combining his veterinary expertise with lifestyle storytelling.
The show further strengthened his reputation as a versatile and engaging television presenter.
I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!
On 1 February 2015, Dr Chris Brown began co-hosting the Australian version of I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! alongside Julia Morris on Network Ten.
The program became a major ratings success and established him as one of Australia’s leading entertainment hosts.
Why Audiences Trust Dr Chris Brown
Dr Chris Brown is known for combining professional veterinary knowledge with a friendly and approachable on-screen presence.
His ability to educate, entertain, and connect with audiences has made him one of Australia’s most trusted television personalities in both factual and entertainment programming.
