Sonza Veterinary Clinic & Boarding Kennels

26/08/2024

Happy International Dog Day! Show us photos of your beautiful dogs in the comments and give them a special hug (and a treat!) from the Team at Sonza!

07/08/2024

Free Oral Examinations!

August is National Pet Dental Health Month!

We are highlighting the critical importance of dental health for all of our patients. Dental disease is one of the most common yet preventable health issues that pets face, often resulting in pain, discomfort, and severe health complications if left untreated.

Have you noticed your pets:
- breath smells?
- eating habits have changed or struggles with hard food or treats?
- Chewing slower than normal?
- Drooling?
- Vocalising in pain when eating?
- Pawing at the mouth?
- Resistance being touched around the face or mouth?

These can all be signs of dental disease.

For a free dental examination with one of our nurses please book ‘Oral exam’ through our online booking system or call our friendly team on 6238 1132

06/08/2024

Yesterday we had the absolute pleasure of giving this litter of Staffordahire Bull Terriers their 12 week vaccinations! Some are still looking for their forever homes. They were a pleasure to cuddle and love!

04/08/2024

02/08/2024

Note - contains graphic photos

We are back from Fiji! Dr John had an amazing 5 days at PASH doing a free desexing clinic for low income families and stray street dogs. His record was 26 sterile surgeries in 8 hours, and he desexed around 100 dogs can cats during the 5 days.

Gill and Alex also volunteered there for 2 weeks, nursing for surgeries, nursing some very interesting cases and helping do a full stock take and revamp of their pharmacy!

It was an incredible time as always and we are grateful to be able to volunteer our time and services for such a good cause, knowing we can help make a difference.

22/07/2024

Dr John, Gill and Alex are currently in Fiji doing volunteer work PASH - Pacific Animal Shelter & Hospital - Fiji. Here is a quick glimpse of day 1!

08/07/2024

Could your pet be suffering from allergies?

Unlike us, allergies in dogs often show up as skin problems. Scratching more than usual and licking the paws are signs of an allergy. If you suspect your pet may be suffering from allergies, please do not hesitate to make an appointment as there are many ways we can alleviate their suffering and make their allergies settle.

14/06/2024

Nurse Alex could not resist the opportunity for cuddles with these six adorable 6 week old miniature long hair dachshund puppies when they came in for their first vaccinations, health checks and microchips!

13/06/2024

What absolutely beautiful patients we have had the pleasure of treating over the past few weeks ❤️🩵🩷💙💜💛

26/05/2024

Just a reminder that as we are located within the ACT the clinic will be closed tomorrow for Reconciliation Day.

15/05/2024

What a beautiful autumn day with perfect weather for drafting, castrating, pregnancy testing, vaccinating, and drenching cattle.

06/05/2024

Another week of doing what we love!

28/04/2024

It is with very heavy hearts that we share the very sad news of the passing of Jenny Kenworthy. Jenny was a true advocate and the bone behind the German Shepherd Club in ACT German Shepherd Dog. She also passionately organised and managed the annual Endurance Test. Every year she appointed us as the veterinary team to vet the ET trial. Jenny, you will be fondly remembered and very deeply missed. ET trials in Canberra will never be the same. Thank you for all you did for the dogs of ACT, be it the GSDs or the ET. Rest in peace lovely lady x

27/04/2024

Today is World Veterinary Day. On behalf of the Team at Sonza, we would like to acknowledge the commitment and dedication both Dr John and Dr Hayden have. They work tirelessly everyday, putting their hearts and souls into their work. Please show your appreciation of them by leaving a comment below for them. Thank you Dr John and Dr Hayden!

Every day, pet veterinarians devote themselves entirely to the wellbeing of our pets. Yet, our recent survey with Kynetec shows that nearly three in ten smal...

24/04/2024

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. We will remember them.

24/04/2024

What inspired you to name your pet the way you did? Curious!! Please comment pet name, breed and why you named them that!

23/04/2024

This last week has kept us busy and on our toes. Some photos of our wonderful patients, with plenty cuddled up in blankets as we come into the cooler weather.

15/04/2024

Some beautiful portrait photos of some of our gorgeous surgical patients from the past few weeks! What amazing patients we have the privilege of caring for ❤️

05/04/2024

GIGI

Gigi is one of our current palliative care patients. Despite her illness, she absolutely loves visiting the clinic and having cuddles with everyone, especially Dr Hayden. She is an absolute gem and was more than happy to pose for a little photo shoot. We love you Gigi ❤️ (posted with owners permission)

27/03/2024

Wishing all of our clients a safe and enjoyable Easter.

The veterinary clinic will be closed from 6pm Thursday 28th March and will reopen at 8am on Tuesday 2nd April. For any emergencies please contact CVES on 6225 7257.

The boarding facilities are open every day for pre-booked arrivals and departures between 10am - midday, and 2pm - 4pm. Please note, the phones is reception will not be answered over Easter.

25/03/2024

We had an amazing time working at PASH! We will post an update with photos this week!

21/03/2024

Another busy day done! What an amazing experience we are having and it's great knowing we can help make a difference.

20/03/2024

Bula vinaka from Fiji!

We arrived safe and sound and are enjoying the wet season here with copious amounts of rain and flooding! The heat and humidity is incredible and we are grateful for air conditioning!

So far, in 2 days of work, we have castrated and speyed approximately 45 cats and 5 dogs, as well as performed surgery on other patients requiring specific procedures. It's been absolutely amazing and we are excited for the rest of the work we will be doing over the coming days.

13/03/2024

Some of our beautiful hospital and surgical patients from the past couple of weeks ❤️

10/03/2024

Just a reminder we are closed today for Canberra Day. Please use our online booking system if you would like to make an appointment.

08/03/2024

The veterinary clinic is closed for the Canberra Day long weekend and will reopen on Tuesday 12 March.

The boarding kennels are open for arrivals and departures between 10am - midday and again from 2pm - 4pm every day.

26/02/2024

DOG BOARDING

Have you seen our dog boarding facilities? For further information please check out

Our facilities include 45 spacious runs with both an inside (2m x 1.5m x 8 foot high) and an outside section (2m x 1.5m x 6 foot high) that the dogs can access at all times. If you have multiple dogs, our runs are spacious enough to house two of your dogs together.

24/02/2024

CAT BOARDING

Have you seen inside out cattery? Each of our spacious cat suites are 2 metres long, 1 metre wide and 2 metres high. There is plenty of space for exercise, relaxation and cuddles with our team members.

For more information please check out https://www.sonza.com.au/cattery

23/02/2024

Gill, Hayden and Alex are heading off to Fiji for 9 days in March to do volunteer veterinary work at the Pacific Animal Shelter and Hospital (PASH).

Whilst there, they will be visiting one of the local villages to give gifts to the children. If any of our clients would like to contribute and buy any items for us to take to the children, they are in need of clothing (boys and girls sizes 6 through to 16), balls (eg football, soccer ball etc uninflated for travel), lego and pencils and textas. If you wish to contribute, please drop any donations to Sonza by Monday 11 March. Thanks!

22/02/2024

We are almost booked out for Easter and are already taking a lot of bookings for dog and cat boarding over Christmas! Call us on 6238 1132 if you would like to secure a booking!

We pride ourselves in our modern, purpose built pet minding facilities and cater for all breeds, sizes, temperaments, ages and needs. Whether your pets require accommodation short term or long term, we ensure that Sonza will become their home away from home. With two full-time resident veterinarians...