Walk In Clinic for Animals

22/06/2025

*Meet the lovely Tui*

Last night we saw one of our regulars, Tui the Golden Retriever, for allergy medication and a nail trim.

Tui is an ACT Accredited Assistance Dog, which means she has undertaken rigorous training and works hard every day to help her owner.

Being open outside of traditional business hours means we can help pets like Tui get the care they need, when they need it.

06/06/2025

We are open every evening this long weekend, including Monday 9th June, if your pet requires urgent care.

04/06/2025

We love working with ACT Pet Crisis Support to help pets and their owners get the support they need after hours.

🐾💙 Meet Maxxi – A Not-So-Happy Chappie Turned Healing Hero 🐶🩵
Maxxi’s world turned upside down when he began experiencing intense neck pain that left him nauseated and wobbly on his front legs. What looked like a minor issue quickly turned serious, as the inflammation caused enough discomfort to affect his mobility and appetite. His devoted owner knew something was very wrong.

Worried and determined to get help, Maxxi’s human took him straight to the compassionate team at The Walk in Clinic for Animals (WICA) 🏥🐾 a local vet team who go above and beyond for animals in crisis.
Maxxi was thoroughly examined and found to be in urgent need of medication for inflammation, pain, and nausea.

However, like many loving pet owners, Maxxi’s human was under financial strain. They were upfront with the clinic team, explaining that while they could contribute what they could, they didn’t have enough to cover the full cost. This moment of honesty and vulnerability sparked action. ❤️

💡 The incredible WICA team stepped in and contacted ACT Pet Crisis Support (APCS) on their behalf and thanks to our Emergency Veterinary Assistance Scheme, we were able to help cover the cost of Maxxi’s medication so he could start healing immediately.

Maxxi was able to return home with the treatment he needed, surrounded by warmth and love, with a plan in place for recovery. 🐶🛏️ His future is looking much brighter now — and although we don’t have a 'real' photo to share, we hear he’s quite the charmer! 🌟

💬 This is what your support makes possible. Every share, donation, and kind word helps us be there for pets like Maxxi when they need it most.

🙌 100% volunteer-run. 100% powered by compassion.

📌 If your pet is in urgent need of veterinary care and you cannot afford treatment, ask your vet to contact us. They can apply on your behalf if eligibility requirements are met.

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30/05/2025

We are open all weekend, including Monday 2nd June from 7pm.

Treating all non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses, the Walk In Clinic For Animals is here when you need us.

Have a safe long weekend everyone!

28/04/2025

Over the long weekend, our amazing vets and nurses helped dozens of Canberra region pets get through the night.

There were times when the Walk In Clinic for Animals was the only afterhours service accepting pets between Sydney and Wagga Wagga - that's a 250km radius or almost 1 million people 🤯

We are grateful to the other afterhours clinics who often operated at or above capacity this weekend, the wonderful daytime vets who trust us to care for their patients, the many pet parents who brought their pets to our clinic this weekend, and of course, our incredible team who ensure we can open every night of the year.

A big thank you to the entire WICA community!

25/04/2025

Today is World Vet Day!

The theme for this year is 'Animal Health Takes a Team' and we thought it was an excellent opportunity to recognize the hard work of our veterinarians, nurses and receptionists at the Walk In Clinic for Animals.

Did you know more than 12 veterinarians, 10 veterinary nurses and 3 receptionists work at the Walk In Clinic For Animals?

Every single one of our team members have other responsibilities in their lives, such as full time jobs or caring roles, and come into WICA at night to help the pets of the Canberra region.

Without them, we wouldn't be available 7 nights a week, 365 days a year.

Big love (and thanks) to all of our WICA team ❤️

23/04/2025

ANZAC Day is a time for us to pause and reflect on those who've sacrificed their lives protecting our country. With a large number of Defence personnel and veterans in the Canberra community, it's a particularly poignant day for us.

We know pets can require medical treatment at any time of the day or night, so if your pet becomes unwell on ANZAC Day, we are open for a few hours in the evening for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses - from 5pm to 9pm.

15/04/2025

We are here every evening over Easter for your pets.

From Friday 18th - Monday 21st April, we will open earlier than usual, and will be available from 5pm - 9pm for all of your pet's health needs.

10/03/2025

# Veterinary Nurses Wanted! 🐾
# # Walk In Clinic For Animals - Belconnen, Canberra

Are you passionate about animal care? The Walk In Clinic For Animals in Belconnen is seeking casual and permanent part-time **Veterinary Nurses** to join our dedicated team!

# # # About the Role:
- Evening shifts: 6:45pm - 10:30pm (may finish later during summer months)
- 7 nights a week available - flexible scheduling
- Competitive pay rates
- High level of autonomy in your work

# # # What We Value:
At Walk In Clinic For Animals, we believe in providing exceptional care with compassion. Our team enjoys a supportive work environment where your skills and input are valued. We pride ourselves on our flexible approach and commitment to both our patients and their owners.

# # # What You'll Need:
- Comfortable handling a variety of animals
- Previous veterinary nursing experience preferred
- Customer service experience is a bonus
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

# # # Why Join Us?
- Flexible work arrangements
- Competitive compensation
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to make a real difference to pets and their owners
- Develop your skills with ongoing learning opportunities

If you're looking to help people and their pets while working in a flexible, well-paid role, we want to hear from you!

**Apply Now:** Email our director Bronwyn at [email protected] with your CV.

*All experience levels considered - apply today!*

06/03/2025

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Canberra Day long weekend!

Don't forget, if your pet becomes injured or unwell this weekend, the Walk In Clinic for Animals is open every night from 7pm.

We offer the most convenient and affordable after hours veterinary clinic in Canberra, focused on treating urgent conditions and making your pet comfortable through the night.

11/02/2025

*Important*

Please check your pet's microchip registry. If they are registered with HomeSafeID, you should move them to an alternate register ASAP.

Our Director Dr Orr wrote an article about this issue for The Conversation today. The article contains details about how to check and move your pet's registration.

Microchip registries are different to council registration.

One of Australia’s pet microchip registries, HomeSafeID, could soon go defunct. Here’s how to make sure your pet’s details are up to date.

09/02/2025

On Thursday, our Founder and Director Dr Bronwyn Orr met the Governor General to be formally inducted as a Churchill Fellow after travelling overseas last year to research veterinary workforce issues.

All of the wonderful vets, nurses and receptionists at the Walk In Clinic for Animals are passionate about helping people and their pets, and contribute to the profession in a variety of ways