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CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS
Tuesday 24th: 7:30am — 3:00pm
Wednesday 25th CLOSED
Thursday 26th CLOSED
Friday 27th 7:30am — 6:30pm
Saturday 28th 8:00am — 2:00pm
Sunday 29th CLOSED
Monday 30th 7:30am— 6:30pm
Tuesday 31st 730am — 300pm
Wednesday 1st CLOSED

We return to normal hours of operation commencing the 2nd of January .

Beautiful Pocki came in yesterday for her desexing. She was so brave and made sure to pose for the camera 💙📸
02/08/2025

Beautiful Pocki came in yesterday for her desexing. She was so brave and made sure to pose for the camera 💙📸

ATTENTION CLIENTS ➡️ This Saturday we are closing early💙
30/07/2025

ATTENTION CLIENTS ➡️ This Saturday we are closing early💙

Does my cat have arthritis? Osteoarthritis (OA) is common but often underdiagnosed in cats. Unlike dogs, their reduced m...
25/07/2025

Does my cat have arthritis?

Osteoarthritis (OA) is common but often underdiagnosed in cats. Unlike dogs, their reduced mobility is often mistaken for normal aging rather than pain or stiffness. OA frequently affects the spine and joints, so the broader term degenerative joint disease (DJD) is sometimes used.

In healthy joints, a slippery tissue called cartilage cushions the ends of the bones in the joints. With OA, cartilage breaks down, causing pain and swelling. As OA gets worse, bone spurs can form and cause pain and joint damage. When this happens, your cat may prefer to sleep more, not jump as much or as high.

There are many reasons why diagnosing and treating OA in cats is more difficult than in dogs.
- Cats are less likely to visit the vet than dogs
- Cats do not behave normally at the clinic
- Cats are good at hiding pain and have a reputation for sleeping a lot
- There are limited treatment options once diagnosis is made

If you’re interested in learning more about arthritis in cats or would like to discuss your cat’s mobility and comfort, feel free to get in touch. We’re happy to answer any questions and can book an appointment to assess your cat 🤍

Some great team effort with a fantastic outcome! Go Tia 💙
25/07/2025

Some great team effort with a fantastic outcome! Go Tia 💙

A lovely review from a wonderful client💙
24/07/2025

A lovely review from a wonderful client💙

The cutest pair Una and Ella got desexed today. Here they are post-surgery having a cuddle 🥰💙
23/07/2025

The cutest pair Una and Ella got desexed today. Here they are post-surgery having a cuddle 🥰💙

💙⛄️JULY STAFF BIRTHDAY MONTH ⛄️💙This month we celebrated Dr Carla, Nurse Kacie, Receptionist Aimee, and Junior Nurse Sam...
23/07/2025

💙⛄️JULY STAFF BIRTHDAY MONTH ⛄️💙

This month we celebrated Dr Carla, Nurse Kacie, Receptionist Aimee, and Junior Nurse Sam. We were lucky enough to have a wonderful birthday cake by .baking.and.sweets 🎂

6 month old Simba came in for his desexing surgery yesterday with Dr Juli! 💙 He loved all the attention the team gave hi...
17/07/2025

6 month old Simba came in for his desexing surgery yesterday with Dr Juli! 💙 He loved all the attention the team gave him and is recovering well 🐾

💙Does My Dog Have Arthritis?💙Osteoarthritis (OA) is a joint disease that affects animals as well as people. OA can be as...
09/07/2025

💙Does My Dog Have Arthritis?💙

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a joint disease that affects animals as well as people. OA can be as painful for our dogs as it is for us. In healthy joints, a slippery tissue called cartilage cushions the ends of the bones in the joints. With OA, cartilage breaks down, causing pain and swelling. As OA gets worse, bone spurs can form, causing more pain and joint damage. When this happens, your dog may become less active or can show signs of stiffness when getting up. OA can be difficult to recognize and your dog may not show any signs. It’s important to talk to your vet about keeping your dog active and youthful. The earlier you start the better chance you have of bringing out the puppy inside of them 🐾

Top 4 Risk Factors For Arthritis In Dogs:1. Age: Did you know?: 80% of dogs will show signs of Osteo Arthritis (OA) by t...
04/07/2025

Top 4 Risk Factors For Arthritis In Dogs:

1. Age: Did you know?: 80% of dogs will show signs of Osteo Arthritis (OA) by the age of 8. Some dogs show signs as early as the age of one year.

2. Breed: Large dog breeds like Labs, Retrievers and Shepherds are more likely to develop OA at a young age. Small to medium-sized dogs can have OA as well but it may not be as prevalent.

3. Joint issues: Your dog may be at risk for OA if your dog has a joint issue such as hip dysplasia, knee problems, ligament injuries or if your dog has had joint surgery.

1. Weight: It’s important to know the optimal weight for your dog’s breed. Try to keep him / her close to that weight to minimize stress on their joints.

Parnell, the company that makes a joint supplement called Glyde, has developed a quiz that can help you identify your dog’s risk factors and whether he / she is showing signs of OA. The quiz produces a report that you can take along to your next vet appointment. It also provides you with links to some really useful information about managing your dog’s OA. For more please visit the link below:
https://go.parnell.com/en-au/could-my-dog-have-arthritis

💙HAPPY BIRTHDAY JUNE STAFF!💙This month we celebrated Nurse Josh’s birthday! Happiest of birthdays from us to you🎉🎉
30/06/2025

💙HAPPY BIRTHDAY JUNE STAFF!💙

This month we celebrated Nurse Josh’s birthday! Happiest of birthdays from us to you🎉🎉

Lovely Charlie came in last week for his puppy vaccinations and decided to have a well deserved snooze after lots of cud...
27/06/2025

Lovely Charlie came in last week for his puppy vaccinations and decided to have a well deserved snooze after lots of cuddles with Dr Juli and our reception team 🐾🤍

Address

82 Hardwick Crescent, Holt
Canberra, ACT
2615

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+61262551242

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