Duncan McGinness Veterinary Surgeon

Duncan McGinness Veterinary Surgeon DMVS has been caring for Dubbo's pets for over 30 years. This page is not a direct clinic service. Veterinarian in Dubbo, New South Wales

Welcome to 2025! We hope all our clients and your pets have a wonderful, healthy, and happy year ahead.  We also want to...
06/01/2025

Welcome to 2025! We hope all our clients and your pets have a wonderful, healthy, and happy year ahead.

We also want to address some whispers going around—yes, Duncan is still here, still the owner, and has no plans of going anywhere anytime soon!

Like many clinics, we are still navigating the ongoing veterinary shortage. To ensure we provide the best care possible for our existing clients, we are currently not taking on new clients.

Here’s to a great year ahead—and if you know any fantastic vets looking for a role, send them our way! 😉

It is that time of year again! A timely reminder of some foods to avoid this Christmas (for pets) 🎄While we’re enjoying ...
22/12/2024

It is that time of year again! A timely reminder of some foods to avoid this Christmas (for pets) 🎄

While we’re enjoying the festive season, it’s important to remember that some of our favourite Christmas dishes should NOT be fed to our pets:

❌ Christmas cakes and puddings – chocolate, grapes and sultanas are toxic to pets and these can be found in those desserts.

❌ Ham and other Christmas meats – these can be far too fatty for our pets which can lead to pancreatitis.

❌ Cooked bones – these can splinter and cause intestinal tearing which can be life threatening.

❌ Any foods with onion, garlic or leeks.

Keep an eye on any chewers in your household while there are added decorations, lights and batteries around.

And while we’re here, this is a friendly reminder to also ensure your furry friends have adequate shade and water at all times over the holidays 🌳 💦 🧸

🚨Reminder: In the unfortunate circumstances you require any veterinary assistance over our closed periods, the team at Orana Veterinary Service will be available to assist - please call (02) 6800 1722 and follow the prompts

Merry Christmas to the DMVS Community!

DMVS Team

We would like to take the opportunity to wish all of our wonderful clients a very Merry Christmas & a safe and prosperou...
20/12/2024

We would like to take the opportunity to wish all of our wonderful clients a very Merry Christmas & a safe and prosperous New year! 🎄

We thank you all for your continued support during 2024, and we look forward to seeing you all in 2025! 🐶🐱🐰🐥

As a friendly reminder, our opening hours over the Christmas & New year period are as follows:

Monday 23rd December - Open
Tuesday 24th December - Open
Wednesday 25th December - CLOSED
Thursday 26th December - CLOSED
Friday 27th December - OPEN
Saturday 28th December - OPEN
Sunday 29th December - CLOSED
Monday 30th December - OPEN
Tuesday 31st December - OPEN
Wednesday 1st January - CLOSED

🚨 In the unfortunate circumstances you require any veterinary assistance over our closed periods, the team at Orana Veterinary Service will be available to assist - please call (02) 6800 1722 and follow the prompts

Best wishes from all the team @ DMVS

We are a Bronze Sponsor to a World Record Shearing Attempt that is taking place this weekend not far from Dubbo. For mor...
17/12/2024

We are a Bronze Sponsor to a World Record Shearing Attempt that is taking place this weekend not far from Dubbo. For more details follow the page below.
We wish Nicki all the best! 💫

🎉 Bronze Sponsors Spotlight! 🎉

A huge thank you to these amazing sponsors who have supported Nicki's world record attempt with donations, raffle items, or assistance in other ways. Every contribution has been essential in making this event a reality.

🌟 Bronze Sponsors:

Dubbo Shearing Supplies
Duncan McGinness Veterinary Surgeon Dubbo
Osborne Football Netball Club
Kate Ivey - Fitness, Health and Inspiration
Collie Hotel
Extend HealthCo
Nover
Gilgandra Show
AWN Dubbo
Kennards Hire Dubbo
Delta Agribusiness Lockhart
Anaconda Stores Wagga Wagga
TradeMutt
Red Tractor Designs
Annette Trethowan
Silent Donation

Thanks to Sports Shear New South Wales and It’s been a Journey - Coffee Van who will have food and drinks available for purchase on the day.

Your generosity has helped us bring this event to life and support Nicki as she takes on the World Record for Women’s Solo 8-Hour Merino Lamb Shearing.

👏 Thank you for being part of this journey! See you all at Parkdale on December 21!

15/12/2024
🐾 **Say Hello to Our November Puppy Preschool Graduates!** 🎓🐶  Another group of adorable pups have completed their puppy...
28/11/2024

🐾 **Say Hello to Our November Puppy Preschool Graduates!** 🎓🐶

Another group of adorable pups have completed their puppy preschool journey, and we couldn’t be prouder! Watching them grow, socialise, and learn essential skills has been such a joy.

Congratulations to our November graduates—you’ve all done an amazing job! 🎉

If you’d like more information about our puppy preschool classes, feel free to visit our website or give us a call.

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⚠️ **Parvovirus Alert** ⚠️We’ve seen an increase in parvovirus cases here at the clinic. This life-threatening virus can...
07/11/2024

⚠️ **Parvovirus Alert** ⚠️

We’ve seen an increase in parvovirus cases here at the clinic. This life-threatening virus can be prevented with up-to-date vaccinations. To protect your new puppy, please keep them at home in a parvo-free area until 10 days after their second vaccination performed by a veterinarian. Ideally, the first vaccine is given at six weeks and the second at ten weeks. At DMVS, we recommend a third vaccine over 14 weeks old for the best protection.

Parvo is a serious virus, but many dogs can be saved with timely treatment. If your puppy or even adult dog has vomiting or diarrhoea, please **DO NOT enter the clinic** until a staff member has advised you, as this helps protect other pets. Call us on 02 6884 9900 to discuss symptoms and book an appropriate time.

Thank you for helping keep all our pets safe from this virus. 💙

🐾 **Congratulations to Our October Puppy Preschool Graduates!** 🎓🐶Another wonderful group of puppies has completed their...
29/10/2024

🐾 **Congratulations to Our October Puppy Preschool Graduates!** 🎓🐶

Another wonderful group of puppies has completed their preschool classes, and we feel so privileged to help them learn and socialise! It’s always a joy watching them grow and gain confidence each week.

If you’d like more information about our puppy preschool, head to our website or give us a call—we’d love to help give your pup the best start!

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🐾 **Day 5 of Vet Nurse & Tech Awareness Week—Happy Vet Nurse Day!** 🎉🐶🐱Today, we’re celebrating **Happy Vet Nurse Day**,...
11/10/2024

🐾 **Day 5 of Vet Nurse & Tech Awareness Week—Happy Vet Nurse Day!** 🎉🐶🐱

Today, we’re celebrating **Happy Vet Nurse Day**, and we want to appreciate all the amazing nurses we’ve had over the years—especially those currently with us. Vet Nurses wear many hats, and today we’re highlighting three incredible members of our team!

Pictured here is **Sarah**, who started with us in 2011 and, after some time off on maternity leave, is back to help out with various admin tasks. Also pictured are our receptionists **Piper** and **Katie**, who joined the DMVS family this year. All three of these girls are qualified Vet Nurses, bringing a wealth of experience to the front of house. They handle your calls with expert advice and keep everything running smoothly.

Happy Vet Nurse Day to our entire team—we couldn’t do it without them!

2nd picture, all the nurses who were on today and we were treated with some amazing treats, very spoilt 🌸

Please join us in celebrating them in the comments! 💙

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🐾 **Day 4 of Vet Nurse & Tech Awareness Week!** 🩺🐶🐱Here at DMVS, we’ve had the pleasure of training many Veterinary Nurs...
10/10/2024

🐾 **Day 4 of Vet Nurse & Tech Awareness Week!** 🩺🐶🐱

Here at DMVS, we’ve had the pleasure of training many Veterinary Nurse students over the years, with many going on to take permanent roles in the clinic. Today, we’re celebrating two of those success stories—**Lara** and **Brooke**!

Lara began her journey with us in 2020 as a work experience student, then became an animal attendant, and has recently started her studies. Brooke joined us in 2022 and has just finished her studies, now officially a qualified Veterinary Nurse!

We’re so lucky to have these two bubbly girls in our team—they always brighten up our days! 💙

Help us celebrate them in the comments below!

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🐾 **Day 3 of Vet Nurse & Tech Awareness Week!** 🩺🐶🐱Today, we’re highlighting **Lauren**, our Head Nurse who has been wit...
09/10/2024

🐾 **Day 3 of Vet Nurse & Tech Awareness Week!** 🩺🐶🐱

Today, we’re highlighting **Lauren**, our Head Nurse who has been with us since 2012, and **Bethany**, who joined the team in 2018. Lauren’s extra roles and responsibilities as Head Nurse make her an inspiration to the entire team, and we’re incredibly grateful for both of these amazing nurses!

They work hard behind the scenes, ensuring everything runs smoothly and making a huge difference for our clinic and patients.

Show your support for Lauren and Bethany in the comments below! 💙

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🐾 **It’s Vet Nurse & Tech Awareness Week!** 🩺🐶🐱This week, we’re celebrating our incredible Vet Nurses here at DMVS and t...
08/10/2024

🐾 **It’s Vet Nurse & Tech Awareness Week!** 🩺🐶🐱

This week, we’re celebrating our incredible Vet Nurses here at DMVS and the vital role they play in keeping the clinic running smoothly. There’s so much our nurses do behind the scenes that can go unrecognised, and we want to take a moment to appreciate all their hard work!

Today, on **Day 2**, we’re showcasing Emily, who’s been with us for 12 years, and Michala, who joined our team mid-last year. Thank you, girls, for your dedication and care! 💙

Throughout the week, we’ll be showcasing more of our amazing Vet Nurses, and **Friday is Vet Nurse Day**! Please show your support for these incredible team members in the comments below!

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🐾 **Congrats to Our September Puppy Preschool Graduates!** 🎓🐶Our September bunch of adorable puppies has officially grad...
05/10/2024

🐾 **Congrats to Our September Puppy Preschool Graduates!** 🎓🐶

Our September bunch of adorable puppies has officially graduated from their puppy preschool classes! Each month, we run these classes to help socialise and give puppies a fantastic start in life. It’s always so rewarding to see them grow and mature over the years, and many of them love coming back to the clinic!

If you have any inquiries about our puppy preschool, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’d love to help give your pup the best start!

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Spring is sprung in Dubbo with ideal conditions for flea breeding. Huge flea numbers have already surprised some clients...
19/09/2024

Spring is sprung in Dubbo with ideal conditions for flea breeding. Huge flea numbers have already surprised some clients with their pets heavily infected only weeks after our last frost! A spike in exposure to Fleas and paralysis ticks (if heading to the coast) is to be expected as pet owners embark on more outdoor adventures.
So particularly this year it’s crucial to stay ahead with preventive measures.
BRAVECTO QUANTUM® provides long-lasting protection against fleas and paralysis ticks, making it easy to protect your dog wherever they may go with one simple annual injection.
BRAVECTO® for cats provides lasting protection for 3 months.

Speak to our team today about BRAVECTO’s long-lasting treatment options: 02 6884 9900.

🐾 **A Closer Look at Dental Care!** 🐾Today, we performed a dental scale and polish as part of managing progressive denta...
17/09/2024

🐾 **A Closer Look at Dental Care!** 🐾

Today, we performed a dental scale and polish as part of managing progressive dental disease in this cat. See the **before** photo! 🦷

This radiograph highlights the importance of dental x-rays, as it revealed resorptive lesions that aren’t visible to the naked eye. After the x-ray, we knew the affected tooth needed removal. Now, with the **after** photo, we can see the difference, and once fully recovered, this cat should feel and eat much better! 😺

Regular dental checks are key to your pet’s health—if you have concerns, feel free to give us a call.

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🐾 **A Bit of Fun for Your Friday!** 🐾We had these two adorable visitors in the clinic today, and can you believe they’re...
30/08/2024

🐾 **A Bit of Fun for Your Friday!** 🐾

We had these two adorable visitors in the clinic today, and can you believe they’re from the same litter? Meet Sparkie, the scruffy one who takes after Dad, and Sophie, the smooth one who looks just like Mum. These eight-and-a-half-year-old Jack Russell crosses had us all smiling!

We’d love to see your pet siblings—or any oddly matched pets! Share your photos in the comments below.

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🐾 **Puppy Preschool Overload!** 🐶🎓We had so many adorable puppies this month that we ran three classes! In these photos,...
29/08/2024

🐾 **Puppy Preschool Overload!** 🐶🎓

We had so many adorable puppies this month that we ran three classes! In these photos, you can see our Tuesday and Wednesday puppy graduates, who did an amazing job learning and socialising. We had an absolute blast with them!

If you want to learn more about our puppy classes and how to get your pup involved, check out our website for all the details.

🐾 **From Your Favourite Vet** ❤️

Address

34 Bourke Street
Dubbo, NSW
2830

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 1pm

Telephone

+61268849900

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