Tuggeranong Veterinary Hospital

23/04/2025

ANZAC DAY CLOSURE FRIDAY 25TH APRIL 2025

To our valued clients

Please know we will be closed for Anzac Day public holiday.

We will be open from Saturday 26th April as normal.

If your pet is requiring urgent medical attention during our closure please contact:

Canberra Veterinary Emergency Service (CVES)
on 6225 7257 located 21 Crinigan Circuit, Gungahlin ACT.

ARH on 6280 6344 located 364 Fairbairn Ave, Pialligo ACT.

For non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses please contact the
Walk in Clinic for Animals from 7pm to 10.30pm on
0482 092 824 located 30 Totterdell St, Belconnen ACT 2617.

14/04/2025

Hot cross buns warning

Grapes, raisins, currants and sultanas are all toxic to dogs and it is believed the dried forms of these fruits are more toxic than grapes.
it is important that hot cross buns are kept well away from your dogs.
Even if your dog eats a small quantity of these dried fruits (and grapes), they can suffer severe kidney failure which may be fatal.
If your dog has helped themselves to your hot cross buns it is extremely important to contact your vet clinic immediately.

10/04/2025

The gorgeous Max helping Dr Isabelle on Tuesday after having his desexing surgery.

09/04/2025

To our valued clients

This is a courtesy to let you know that we will be having our external roof repaired on Monday 14th April. The works will cause various level of noise. If you prefer to be seen in your vehicle while the roof repairs are being carried out, please contact reception when you arrive to the car park on 6291 7711. Thank you.

08/04/2025

EASTER LONG WEEKEND CLOSURE 2025

To our valued clients

Please know we will be closed for the Easter long weekend:
Good Friday 18th April
Easter Saturday 19th April
Easter Sunday 20th April
Easter Monday 21 April

We will be open from Tuesday 22 April as normal.

If your pet is requiring urgent medical attention during our closure please contact:

Canberra Veterinary Emergency Service (CVES)
on 6225 7257 located 21 Crinigan Circuit, Gungahlin ACT.

Walk in Clinic for Animals from 7pm onwards on 0482 092 824 located 30 Totterdell St, Belconnen ACT 2617.

ARH on 6280 6344 located 364 Fairbairn Ave, Pialligo ACT.

Please remember while celebrating over the Easter period that chocolate, alcohol, raisins, grapes, sultanas and currents are toxic to pets. If you are concerned that your pet may have eaten these food items, please contact your vet or after hours service as soon as possible.

31/03/2025

Tuggeranong Vet Hospital had a very exciting, and what we believe is a world first, experience a few weeks ago.

We got to help deliver a litter of labrador cross cat babies via caesarean! Certainly an experience the staff will not be forgetting anytime soon.

It’s unheard of and seems impossible, but as the babies have grown, they are showing a very distinct mix of cat and dog qualities. Our amazing clients have given us permission to share this story and are positive their dog has only been around their un-desexed family cat, and no other dogs. And how could we think the babies were anything but labrador X cat with sweet faces like those!
So far, they appear very healthy and are starting to show their individual personalities. Their owner reports that two of the babies meow and the other barks. They have sharp claws that retract just like cats and wag their tails like dogs. Absolutely amazing!

We can’t wait to see how these unusual babies will grow up so follow along for updates.

20/03/2025

To our valued clients, please know that on Thursday 27 March we have organised high pressure washing of the external building. For the health and safety of your pet, please ensure to watch that your pet does not drink the water run off from the cleaning process. It will be contaminated with building debries ie rust, paint, detergents etc. We have pet water bowels inside. If you have any concerns, please contact our reception team on 6291 7711.

12/03/2025

Warning of stick play

This gorgeous boy was recently treated with us after playing with a large stick.
As you can see from the below pictures, the stick had caused a large hole at the back of the throat causing alot of pain and distress for this sweet dog.
Lucky for this boy his owner sought medical attention straight away and everything is now heeling well. 🥰

05/03/2025

CANBERRA DAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY CLOSURE

To our valued clients

Please know we will be closed for the Canbera Day public holiday on Monday 10th March, 2025.

If your pet is requiring urgent medical attention during our closure please contact:

ARH on 6280 6344 located 364 Fairbairn Ave, Pialligo ACT or

Canberra Veterinary Emergency Service on 6225 7257 located
21 Crinigan Circuit, Gungahlin ACT.

We will be open from Tuesday as normal.

04/03/2025

Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis is an inflammatory reaction within the pancreas that can result in abdominal pain, inappetence, and vomiting.

Affected pets may display a praying position. In this position, the dog will raise their hind end in the air and bow their head down towards their front legs.
This position relieves abdominal discomfort that’s associated with an inflamed pancreas.

A dog with very mild pancreatitis may be treated on an outpatient basis, while dogs with severe pancreatitis require IV fluids and hospitalisation.

The prognosis for dogs with pancreatitis ultimately depends on the severity of the illness.

Most cases of pancreatitis are due to unknown causes, so it’s difficult to prevent. Some causes are linked to a fatty diet.

Below is the gorgeous Vinnie who is currently undergoing treatment for pancreatitis. Vinnie has stolen the hearts of everyone in our clinic with his beautiful personality needing all the love with a pat and snuggle at least every 10 minutes today.
We will continue to update on Vinnie's progress.

30/01/2025

"In this life, you're meant to have one great dog," I said.
"One that shifts something deep inside you, in a way you never saw coming. He shows up maybe when you need him most, maybe when you're too lost to see it. And in the smallest, most ordinary moments, he changes you."

I paused thinking of all the nights, I trudged through, feeling like I was carrying the weight of the world alone.
"He's the one who brings you back, makes it bearable when you're tethering on the edge. He doesn't try to explain or preach. He just stays there, showing you a kind of love you didn't think existed."
And that's the thing about that one great dog, he makes you question how you ever got by without him. You look at him, lying there, and realize he's given you more than any person ever has - no big speeches, just a presence, that says I'm here with you. And somehow that's enough to change everything.

~ R. M. Drake from 'Dog People'

Artist Credit: Irina Kryuchkova. Latvian pet portrait painter.

27/01/2025

Hot weather warning

Extreme heat is expected Tuesday so please remember to keep your pet safe.

Please try to keep your pets inside in air-conditioning with fresh water available.

NEVER walk your dog in the heat or leave them in the car- just 60 seconds can be deadly.

If your pet is outside make sure they have shade and plenty of water.

If your pet is older or a brachycephalic breed, hot weather can be extra deadly.

If you are concerned about your pet and heat stroke contact your veterinary hospital immediately

23/01/2025

AUSTRALIA DAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY CLOSURE

To our valued clients

Please know we will be closed for the Australia Day public holiday on Monday 27th January, 2025.

If your pet is requiring urgent medical attention during our closure please contact:

ARH on 6280 6344 located 364 Fairbairn Ave, Pialligo ACT or
Canberra Veterinary Emergency Service on 6225 7257 located
21 Crinigan Circuit, Gungahlin ACT.

We will be open from Tuesday 28th as normal.

20/01/2025

Calcifer and Jenna wondering if the baby gate is really necessary...

31/12/2024

🎆 All the staff at Tuggeranong Vet Hospital would like to wish our valued clients and patients a very happy and safe new year! 🎆

Remember that fireworks and loud festivities can be scary for your pet so try to provide them with a secure area inside where they can feel safe.

15/12/2024

13/12/2024

Pumba wondering why the fencing is necessary...
Pumba easily stole the hearts of 99.99% of the team today. 🥰 such a sweet loving big baby

12/12/2024

Thank you to the team at for supplying us with some Christmas cheer scrub hats and bandanas! It’s certainly beginning to feel a lot like Christmas 🎄🎅🏽