JCU Vet

JCU Vet GP Clinic (Local Vet Practice)
Referral Centre (Medicine and Surgery)
Dedicated 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care Centre
University Teaching Hospital

JCU Vet is your partner in pet care, providing the Townsville and North Queensland community with a comprehensive range of veterinary health care services and medical treatments. Our state-of-the-art veterinary hospital provides general practice services and a referral centre for complex medicine, surgery, anaesthesia, imaging, dermatology, and cardiology cases. JCU Vet is also a teaching hospital

– dedicated to excellence in education, training and research. We are located at the James Cook University campus and have an important role in training Australia’s next generation of leaders in veterinary medicine.

Nothing brightens our day like a handful of fluffy ducklings! 🐥
22/01/2025

Nothing brightens our day like a handful of fluffy ducklings! 🐥

Mickey is lending a paw to Nurse Eddie in GP today! Reviewing X-rays and providing cuddles and moral support.
20/01/2025

Mickey is lending a paw to Nurse Eddie in GP today!

Reviewing X-rays and providing cuddles and moral support.

Say hello to this blue-tongue beauty! 🦎 "
11/01/2025

Say hello to this blue-tongue beauty! 🦎

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Rio Update! Pets can be so curious (and sometimes a little too adventurous!). Rio’s owners did the right thing by bringi...
07/01/2025

Rio Update!

Pets can be so curious (and sometimes a little too adventurous!). Rio’s owners did the right thing by bringing him to see us when he wasn’t feeling well, and we’re glad we could help him get back on track.

Thank you to everyone who joined in and shared their guesses—the correct answer is B: A rock!🪨

We’re so glad to see Rio back to his playful self after successful surgery. Thanks to his owners for trusting us to care for him!

If your pet is acting out of the ordinary, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team for advice or a check-up. 🐾


P.S. Our General Practice currently has a promotion of 10% off your general consult. Book in today!

Can you guess what Rio Swallowed?Rio, an 11-month-old Border Collie, wasn’t feeling his best. For 10 days, he hadn’t bee...
02/01/2025

Can you guess what Rio Swallowed?

Rio, an 11-month-old Border Collie, wasn’t feeling his best. For 10 days, he hadn’t been eating well and was occasionally vomiting. Concerned, his owners brought him to our general practice team. After some X-rays, we discovered a surprising culprit behind Rio’s troubles.

Can you guess what he swallowed?
🦴 A. Dog toy
🪨 B. Rock
🍖 C. Bone
🛠️ D. Piece of metal

Drop your guess in the comments below before we reveal the answer!

Ever wondered what x-raying a snake looks like? 🐍 Our team captured these incredible images during a check-up! 🐍
31/12/2024

Ever wondered what x-raying a snake looks like? 🐍

Our team captured these incredible images during a check-up! 🐍

Prepare Your Pets for New Year’s Eve Fireworks! While fireworks are a symbol of celebration and fresh starts for us, for...
28/12/2024

Prepare Your Pets for New Year’s Eve Fireworks!

While fireworks are a symbol of celebration and fresh starts for us, for our pets, they can feel like terrifying explosions.

Unfortunately, more pets go missing on New Year’s Eve than almost any other night of the year.
At JCUVet, we see a surge of lost pets during this period—some frightened, others severely injured.

Don’t let your pet become part of this statistic. Take time to prepare your home and your furry friend for the fireworks:

1️⃣ Keep Pets Indoors– Create a secure, quiet space with their favorite bedding and toys.
2️⃣ Reduce Noise– Close windows, curtains, and doors. Play soft music or the TV to mask sounds.
3️⃣ Update ID– Ensure your pet’s microchip and ID tags are current in case they escape.
4️⃣ Exercise Early– Walk or play with your pet during the day to help them relax at night.

JCUVet Emergency and Critical Care remains open 24/7, 365 days a year.

If your pet needs urgent care, call us at 07 4781 3600.

Help your pets feel safe this New Year’s Eve—let’s start the year on the right paw! 🐾🎉

Holiday Foods to Keep Away from Pets!The festive season is full of delicious treats, but some of our favorite holiday fo...
23/12/2024

Holiday Foods to Keep Away from Pets!

The festive season is full of delicious treats, but some of our favorite holiday foods can be dangerous for pets. Keep your furry friends safe by avoiding these toxic foods:

🚫 Chocolate: Even small amounts can be harmful, causing vomiting, diarrhea, or serious health issues.
🚫 Raisins & Grapes: Found in mince pies and other festive desserts, these can cause kidney failure in dogs—keep them far away!
🚫 Onions & Garlic: Common in holiday dishes, these can damage your pet's red blood cells and cause anemia.
🚫 Xylitol: Found in sugar-free candies, baked goods, and gum, this sweetener is extremely toxic, even in tiny amounts.
🚫 Christmas Ham & Fatty Foods: High-fat foods like ham can lead to pancreatitis, a serious and painful condition for pets.

Remember: Store these foods securely, and remind guests not to feed your pets any scraps or treats.

If your pet gets into trouble this holiday season, JCUVet is open 24/7 for emergencies. 🐕🐾

📞 Emergency Contact: (07) 4781 3600

Stray Animal Management During Storm and Festive Season. With storm season and the festive season approaching, JCUVet an...
20/12/2024

Stray Animal Management During Storm and Festive Season.

With storm season and the festive season approaching, JCUVet and surrounding vet clinics have seen an increase in stray animals being brought in.

Please note that Townsville City Council is responsible for stray animal management, and JCUVet cannot accept healthy strays due to limited capacity during this time.
We can only take in strays that are injured or in need of urgent medical care as we remain open as an Emergency and Critical Care hospital 24/7.

Here’s What to Do If You Find a Stray:

1️⃣ Secure the Animal – Offer water and keep it safe, calm, and separate from other pets.

2️⃣ Search for the Owner – Knock on nearby doors (if safe) and post in local Facebook groups like Townsville Lost and Found Pets or Save a Stray Townsville.

3️⃣ Contact Townsville City Council– Call 13 48 10 to arrange collection. Their Animal Care Centre is open daily (except Sundays & public holidays) from 9:30 AM - 3:30 Pm and offers a home collection service.

4️⃣ If the Animal Is Injured, call JCUVet on 07 4781 3600 before coming in or if you have any questions.

We appreciate your understanding and help in managing stray animals during this busy time. Thank you for caring for our community’s animals—stay safe and take care!

🌟 JCUVet Emergency and Critical Care remains open 24/7, 365 days a year for all other pet emergencies.

Fledgling SeasonIt’s fledgling season, and we’ve noticed an influx of baby birds being brought into our care by well-mea...
15/12/2024

Fledgling Season

It’s fledgling season, and we’ve noticed an influx of baby birds being brought into our care by well-meaning individuals who believe they need rescuing. While your compassion is admirable, the good news is that most of these young birds don’t actually need help.

Fledglings are young birds that have left the nest and are learning the skills they need to thrive—like flying and foraging. They may look vulnerable as they hop around on the ground, but this is a normal and vital part of their development. Their parents are usually close by, keeping a watchful eye on them, even if you can’t see them.

When does a baby bird need help?
-It’s visibly injured (e.g., bleeding, struggling to move, or has obvious signs of trauma).
-It’s in immediate danger (e.g., near predators, stuck in a dangerous spot, or unable to escape harm).
-It’s a nestling (featherless or only partially feathered) that has fallen from the nest.

If you find a fledgling:
-Observe: Watch from a distance. Parents are often nearby, providing care.
-Protect: If the fledgling is in a dangerous area (e.g., a road or open space), you can gently move it to a safer spot nearby.
- Resist intervention: Unless the bird is injured or at risk, it’s best to let nature take its course.

By understanding the difference between fledglings and nestlings, and when intervention is necessary, you can help young birds grow and thrive in their natural environment.

If you’re ever unsure about what to do, don’t hesitate to contact JCUVet for advice.

⛈️Caring for Stray Animals During Stormy Weather! ⛈️With the upcoming storm season, we understand that more stray animal...
15/12/2024

⛈️Caring for Stray Animals During Stormy Weather! ⛈️

With the upcoming storm season, we understand that more stray animals may be found.

While we love helping our community, please remember that taking in strays can put additional pressure on our Emergency and Critical Care team and increase stress for our sick and recovering patients.

Here’s What to Do If You Find a Stray to reduce the stress on our emergency vet services.

1. Secure the Animal– Offer water and keep it safe, calm and separate from other pets.

2. Search for the Owner– Knock on nearby doors (if safe) and post in local Facebook groups like Townsville Lost and Found Pets, Save a Stray Townsville.

3. Contact Townsville City Council– Call 13 48 10 to arrange collection. Their Animal Care Centre is open daily (except Sundays & public holidays) from 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM and offers a home collection service.

If the Animal Is Injured– Take it to your regular vet. If closed, call JCUVet on 07 4781 3600 before coming in or if you have any questions.
JCUVet have reached capacity for strays unless they are injured strays, pets or wildlife.

Thank you for caring for our community’s animals—stay safe and take care!

Honoring International Day for Veterinary Medicine!At JCUVet, we're lucky to have an incredible Internal Medicine team, ...
09/12/2024

Honoring International Day for Veterinary Medicine!

At JCUVet, we're lucky to have an incredible Internal Medicine team, made up of specialists with years of combined experience. We focus on diagnosing complex and challenging diseases, especially when advanced testing is needed or when conditions are difficult to identify.

We understand that families come to us because they want the best for their pets. Using our extensive knowledge and cutting-edge facilities, we do everything we can to help make that happen.

Our team of experienced nurses and internal medicine specialists, work together closely. We often collaborate with specialists from other departments, ensuring the best possible care through a coordinated, team-based approach. It’s not uncommon for multiple specialists to be involved in treating a single patient, which means your pet gets the same level of care that families would expect for themselves in the human healthcare system.

Today, we celebrate the amazing veterinary professionals who make this all possible!

Join Our Team as an Animal Nursing Assistant with Study Opportunity! Are you passionate about animals and dreaming of a ...
04/12/2024

Join Our Team as an Animal Nursing Assistant with Study Opportunity!

Are you passionate about animals and dreaming of a career in animal care? Here's your chance to make a difference!

We're looking for an enthusiastic Animal Nursing Assistant to join our dedicated team. Gain hands-on experience while working towards your Certificate II in Animal Care in a supportive and rewarding environment.

✨ Why This Role?
- Work closely with animals, providing care and comfort.
- Assist our veterinary team with daily tasks and client care.
- Be part of a compassionate team in a 24-hour veterinary hospital.
- Enjoy comprehensive training and career development opportunities.

💡 What We’re Looking For:
A strong desire to work in the veterinary industry.
Teamwork, reliability, and a proactive attitude.
Completion of Year 12 with a QCE or equivalent.

🌟 Start Your Journey Today!
Send us your resume and a cover letter explaining why you’re a perfect fit at [email protected]

Don’t miss this paw-some opportunity to kickstart your career in animal care!

Let’s tackle that extra fluff this December! 🐾 Get 10% off weight consults for all feline and Canine pets and help your ...
03/12/2024

Let’s tackle that extra fluff this December! 🐾

Get 10% off weight consults for all feline and Canine pets and help your pet paw their way to a healthier future!

Heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency!Contact our team at JCUVet or your regular veterinarian if your dog shows si...
24/11/2024

Heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency!

Contact our team at JCUVet or your regular veterinarian if your dog shows signs of overheating.

Let's keep our furry friends safe this summer! 💙

📞 07 4781 3600
📍 1 Solander Rd, Douglas QLD 4814

Say Hi to Nikki– Our New Specialist Nurse Trainer! Nikki brings over 10 years of experience as a vet nurse from SASH Ade...
11/11/2024

Say Hi to Nikki– Our New Specialist Nurse Trainer!

Nikki brings over 10 years of experience as a vet nurse from SASH Adelaide. Starting in general practice back in 2014, she quickly fell in love with surgery and anaesthesia, eventually earning a Diploma in Surgery and taking on complex anaesthesia and critical care patients. Along the way, she discovered her passion for teaching and mentoring, leading her to roles as a trainer and lecturer.

Now at JCUVet, Nikki is here to share her expertise and love for learning! Outside of work, she’s a yoga instructor, novice powerlifter, dachshund lover, and nature enthusiast.

Fun fact? She came to North Queensland on holiday, lived in a caravan for months, landed a job, and never looked back!

Vaccination Month is here at JCUVet!Get your furry friends ready for the holiday season with 10% off all canine and feli...
05/11/2024

Vaccination Month is here at JCUVet!

Get your furry friends ready for the holiday season with 10% off all canine and feline vaccinations this month! Whether you’re planning a kennel stay or a holiday trip, ensure your pets are healthy and prepared for a safe, happy Christmas.

📞 Call us at 07 4781 3600 to book your appointment .

Don’t wait—protect your pets and get them holiday-ready!

When young children and cats need to share the same space, we recommend a few safety measures to help ensure the enjoyme...
28/10/2024

When young children and cats need to share the same space, we recommend a few safety measures to help ensure the enjoyment and comfort of both parties.

Firstly, children below seven years of age should be supervised with cats, as they cannot always reliably read feline body language to know when the cat’s had enough!

Secondly, we advise that every cat living with children has at least one child-free retreat zone (such as an elevated bed or a room cordoned off by a baby-gate) where they can hide if they are feeling overwhelmed.

With the right prep, cats and children can become purr-fect friends! 😻🧒

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1 Solander Drive, Douglas
Townsville, QLD
4814

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+61747813600

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Introducing our GP Pet of the Week: Ally 💜🪻 Ally came in for her final (16wk) puppy vaccination. Congrats, Ally! She is considered fully vaccinated and after waiting a further 10-14 days from her final puppy vaccination, she can safely go outside and socialise with other friendly dogs. Before a puppy is fully immunised; ❌ DON’T taken take them to public places where adult dogs of unknown vaccination status may be, such as dog parks, grooming salons, kennels etc. ✅ DO encourage socialisation of your puppy in controlled non-public places such as puppy preschool.

JCUVet Services Update - Cyclone Kirrily 📢 Our Referral and GP Services will be closed as of tomorrow, Thursday 25th January, reopening on Monday 29th January. Our Emergency and Critical Care team will be available and staffed by a small team of wonderful Vets and Nurses to attend to emergencies. If you need to see a Vet urgently during the impending Cyclone, please PHONE US FIRST and ensure it is safe to travel on the road before coming into the clinic so that we are prepared for your arrival - 4781 3600. 📢STRAYS📢 - Due to limited capacity to house patients we will only be accepting severely injured strays during the impending Cyclone.

Dr Dhash is here to talk about weight loss 🐾 Did you know that JCU Vet offer General Practice services? Don't know what that means? Here's some of the services we provide: ✅ 30 minute consultations ✅ Health and wellness examinations ✅ Preventative healthcare like vaccinations and parasite control ✅ Desexing and other soft tissue procedures ✅ Dental procedures; extractions, scale and polish ✅ Diagnostic imaging like x-rays, ultrasounds and CT's ✅ In-house pathology ✅ Nutritional and behavioural advice ✅ Acute and chronic disease management ✅ As well as the option of in-clinic transfers to our advanced referral surgery or medicine for more involved cases Could your pet benefit from any of these? Give us a call today on 1300 JCU VET to make an appointment with one of our amazing General Practice vets! We're always here for your pet at JCU Vet! 🐾 #jcuvet #vet #animals #cat #dog #fleasandticks #Bravecto #townsvilleshines

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