Generated by All in One SEO v4.8.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # The Dog Clinic Hobart Veterinary care exclusively for dogs ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/news/) - [Foods Toxic to Dogs](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/foods-toxic-to-dogs/) - Many of the foods on this list may prove to be fatal, but there are also many side effects and symptoms to be aware of. Scroll to the bottom for a list of common foreign bodies. AlcoholIntoxication, lack of coordination, weak breathing, coma, death Apple and apricot seedsNatural chemical amygdlin releases cyanide (poison)Avocados & pitPersin - [COVID-19](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/covid-19-restricitions/) - Exciting news for humans and their fur babies! With government restrictions eased, we are able to have our human clients back inside! As a business with a COVID-19 Safety Plan, we are working to keep our clients and our staff safe from COVID-19.These conditions will continue to apply until further notice. REMEMBER: As always, if you - [New Patients](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/new-patients/) - Have you just moved to the Greater Hobart or Kingborough area? Or are you looking to switch veterinary practices? Join The Dog Clinic family! We are always accepting new clients to take care of their furry friends year round. If you have not been to The Dog Clinic before and would like to make a - [Autumn Newsletter](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/autumn-newsletter-2020/) - Antibody Titre Testing Antibody Titre Testing is a simple blood test to measure the level of antibodies present in your dog's system from their previous triennial (3 yearly) vaccination, which protects them against the Distemper, Hepatitis and Parvovirus diseases. Many dogs we have tested have had strong positive results, meaning they don't need to be - [Winter Newsletter](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/winter-newsletter-2020/) - Add the Bravecto Program to your yearly parasite prevention routine! Available now!The Dog Clinic is excited to announce that we are offering a Tick and Flea Program to coincide with the yearly Worming Program. Alongside your dog's worming tablets, we are now able to post out a 3 monthly Bravecto chew to protect your pup - [Holiday Form](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/holiday-form/) - Going away for the holidays? Consider filling in The Dog Clinic’s Holiday Form attached below! Keep a paper copy of your contact & payment details in clinic, as well as your dog’s carer’s contact on file while you are away, incase anything goes furry! You can set a limit on funds to be used & - [Summer Newsletter](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/summer-newsletter/) - Going away for the holidays? Consider filling in The Dog Clinic's Holiday Form! Keep a paper copy of your contact & payment details in clinic, as well as your dog's carer's contact on file while you are away, incase anything goes furry! You can set a limit on funds to be used & if the - [COVID-19 Coronavirus](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/covid-19-coronavirus/) - What you need to know about dogs and COVID-19 Coronavirus: STAY CALM! There is NO evidence at this stage that there is any risk of contracting COVID-19 from your pet! Let’s take a minute to get informed (and wash our hands!) There are hundreds of strains of Coronavirus. Dogs can contract certain types of Coronaviruses ## Pages - [Home](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/) - vid platinum members save 10% off all OTC items & inhouse procedures* $250 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP $100 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP ORDERS PLACED TWICE WEEKLY Delivery to our clinics within 2-3 working days. Please give us a weeks notice when you are due to run out. Worried about your dog's diet? Get expert advice on our nutrition range, - [Home](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/) - vid platinum members save 10% off all OTC items & inhouse procedures* $250 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP $100 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP ORDERS PLACED TWICE WEEKLY Delivery to our clinics within 2-3 working days. Please give us a weeks notice when you are due to run out. Worried about your dog's diet? Get expert advice on our nutrition range, - [DNA Testing](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/dna-testing/) - Ever wondered your dog’s true mix of breeds and how they may affect your dog? Advance DNA testing available at The Dog Clinic TAROONA is a simple blood test with our friendly nursing team any day during the week.* Offering breed identification, behaviour and characteristics insights with a three generation ancestry tree included. Advance also - [Pet Insurance](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/health-checks/pet-insurance/) - Pet Insurance Pet insurance is becoming increasingly popular in Australia. It offers you peace of mind by paying benefits towards a portion of the veterinary costs if your dog suffers from an injury, accident or illness . Unfortunately there are no government funded subsidies such as ‘Medicare’, to help with the medical costs of your - [Veterinary Nurses](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/why-just-dogs/veterinary-nurses/) - Bel - Receptionist Hey there, I’m Bel! I joined The Dog Clinic team in 2017, and prior to that I worked at AHVEC as an Emergency Veterinary Nurse/Receptionist for five years. All together I have been in the veterinary industry for fifteen years and counting now! My main roles at The Dog Clinic are overseeing - [Specialist Referrals](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/health-checks/specialist-referrals/) - Specialist Referrals and Surgeons with Extended Experience When an animal develops an unusual illness or injury, there is often a need for specialised expertise and equipment to properly diagnose and treat the problem. If your dog has a problem that requires this level of expertise we can refer you to a specialist that has earned our - [Ultrasonography](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/health-checks/ultrasonography/) - Ultrasonography Our hospital is fully equipped with an ultrasound scanner to assist evaluation of your dog’s condition if required. Our veterinarians will discuss your dog’s case and conduct a thorough physical examination to determine if your dog requires an ultrasound examination. An ultrasound scan is a very important tool to help us diagnose conditions in - [Worms](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/health-checks/worms/) - Worms Worming is one of the first health care issues new dog owners need to address, as puppies are very susceptible to these parasites. Routine worming needs to continue for a dogs' lifetime. There are two broad categories of worms that can affect our pet dogs; intestinal worms and heartworms. Our Worming Program Do you - [Flea & Tick Control](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/health-checks/flea-and-tick-control/) - Flea & Tick Control Fleas Fleas are most active during the spring and summer but are around all year. Only a small part of the adult flea population actually lives on your dog. The fleas’ eggs and larvae live in the environment and can survive for up to a year, so it is important to - [Vaccinations / Titre Testing](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/health-checks/vaccinactions/) - Vaccinations & Titre Testing Vaccination has revolutionised control of infectious disease in our dogs. It is essential that all dogs are adequately vaccinated to help protect them and the dog population as a whole. Puppy Vaccination Puppies are ‘temporarily’ protected against many diseases by antibodies received through their mother’s milk. These maternal antibodies decline over - [Health Checks](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/health-checks/) - Health Checks On average, dogs age five to eight times faster than humans. By age two, most dogs have already reached adulthood. At age four they are entering middle age. By age seven, many dogs (particularly large breeds) are entering their senior years. Because dogs age so rapidly in comparison to us, major health changes - [Veterinary Glossary](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/why-just-dogs/veterinary-glossary/) - Veterinary Glossary Ever have a hard time understanding veterinary or medical jargon? Here is a handy list of common veterinary terms and medical conditions that you might come across. If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call as we would be happy to explain or point you to further information - [Rosie](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/why-just-dogs/rosie/) - Rosie joined our family in February 2014. Rosie was originally adopted after a short and unsuccessful racing career (2 starts, but not very interested in racing). She moved from the mainland to Dunalley and lived with 2 elderly dogs, another Greyhound and a Kelpie. Rosie’s playful character got a bit too much for her older - [Our Working Companions](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/our-working-companions/) - Since we opened our doors in 2014, The Dog Clinic Hobart has worked hard towards building long-standing working relationships with dog-friendly local businesses. Grooming Gaylene from Rascals Mobile Pet Grooming ( @RascalsMobilePetGrooming on Facebook ) has previously worked onsite and alongside The Dog Clinic Taroona to provide full-service pet grooming, clipping and washing for dogs - [Very Important Dog Loyalty Program](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/veryimportantdogloyaltyprogram/) - V.I.D Loyalty Program Join our very important dog loyalty program for Annual Savings on your dog’s Veterinary Care! Annual Membership per Dog Save 10% off all over the counter items AND internal procedures, including consultations, examinations and treatments!* *Conditions Apply* - [Veterinarians](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/veterinarians/) - Dr. Shannon Spencer Veterinary Surgeon, BVSc. (Hons 1) Dr. Shannon joined The Dog Clinic team in 2016, having moved to Hobart following three years working in a busy small animal practice in Melbourne. Originally hailing from sunny Brisbane, she graduated in Veterinary Science from the University of Queensland in 2004 with Honors and began her - [Why just dogs?](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/why-just-dogs/) - Why just dogs? The short answer is simply because we love them. Welcome to The Dog Clinic – Hobart’s premiere vet hospital providing veterinary care exclusively for dogs, and the first dog-only clinic in Australia – Woof! The Dog Clinic Hobart aims to provide the highest quality veterinary care for your canine best friend and beloved - [Why just dogs?](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/why-just-dogs/) - Why just dogs? The short answer is simply because we love them. Welcome to The Dog Clinic – Hobart’s premiere vet hospital providing veterinary care exclusively for dogs, and the first dog-only clinic in Australia – Woof! The Dog Clinic Hobart aims to provide the highest quality veterinary care for your canine best friend and beloved - [Dr Raj Wicks](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/why-just-dogs/dr-raj-wicks/) - Dr Raj Wicks Senior Veterinarian, BVSc BSc (Hons) Wow – I can’t believe how time has flown since we opened The Dog Clinic in Taroona in 2014, and ‘branched out’ with our new consulting suite in Sandy Bay in 2018. We are small growing business with about 16 staff (wow – we started with 2!) and - [Contact Us](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/contact-us/) - Contact Us: (03) 6227 9586 [one_third] Drop us a line, have a chat or give some feedback. We’d love to hear from you. Our aim is to offer you and your dog the best experience we possibly can. If you have any suggestions or feedback please use this form as we’re keen to hear what you - [Weight Woofers Program](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/weight-woofers-program/) - Do you have a pudgy pooch? Want to help your dog shed that extra bit of weight to improve their quality of life? Look no further! Weight Woofers is a weight loss & management program at The Dog Clinic to help your dog reach and then maintain their paw-fect weight. During your pet’s weight loss - [Hospital Stays](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/hospital-stays/) - What happens when my dog needs to stay in the hospital for a procedure or supportive care? Your pooch may need to stay at The Dog Clinic Taroona's hospital branch for a day stay for a variety of reasons, from routine procedures, emergency surgeries, or supportive care while they are unwell. Our aim is to - [Behavioural Advice & Recommended Trainers](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/dog-care/behavioural-advice/) - Behavioural Advice Behavioural problems can be due to behavioural causes, medical causes, or both. Our veterinarians will investigate behavioural problems by obtaining a full history and conducting a full examination (sometimes your dog may require blood or urine tests to rule out underlying medical conditions) to accurately diagnose a problem. Behavioural problems are often the - [Thinking of Getting A Puppy?](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/thinking-of-getting-a-puppy/) - Are you thinking about getting a new puppy? Have you recently added a new furry addition to your family? Read below to find out all you need to know about your puppy's veterinary care! Vaccinations Your puppy needs to have three vaccination boosters before they are fully protected. It is not recommended to take your - [Thinking of Getting A Puppy?](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/thinking-of-getting-a-puppy/) - Are you thinking about getting a new puppy? Have you recently added a new furry addition to your family? Read below to find out all you need to know about your puppy's veterinary care! Vaccinations Your puppy needs to have three vaccination boosters before they are fully protected. It is not recommended to take your - [Emergency Procedures](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/desexing/emergency-procedures/) - Emergency ProceduresWe hope your dog never needs us for an emergency, however if they are in need of urgent treatment, rest assured that we are ready and able to respond to their needs.Common emergencies can include car accidents, heart conditions, poisoning and dog fights, amongst many other varied injuries and acute illnesses.Upon arrival, your dog - [Dog Friendly Hobart](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/dog-friendly-hobart/) - Ever wondered where you can take your wonderful pooch around the Greater Hobart area? Check out some of Nurse Brie's favourite tried and tested spots! Do you have any further recommendations? Email Brie at info@thedogclinic.com.au or Facebook message @TheDogClinicHobart or Instagram message @thedogclinictas Raincheck Lounge, North Hobart 392-394 Elizabeth StreetOnlead, unfencedSeated area outside the café - [The Importance of Sniffing](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/the-importance-of-sniffing/) - Why is sniffing so important to dogs? Often, we will find that our dogs are 'distracted' on their walks, sniffing their surroundings, their environment, people and other pets they may come across. They can be so intent on sniffing, they forget to walk! We've all seen it – dogs will stop to sniff something on - [Boarding Advice](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/dog-care/boarding-advice/) - Boarding Advice - Going on holidays soon? Consider filling in The Dog Clinic’s Holiday Form! Keep a paper copy of your contact & payment details, as well as your dog’s carer on file while you are away, in-case anything goes furry! You can set a limit on funds to be used & if the carer - [Day Care](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/day-care/) - Looking for some day care options in the local Greater Hobart area? Are you a full-time worker and don't want your pet to be home alone? Do you have a dog who needs a high-level of mental and physical stimulation throughout the day?Would you like your dog to have more socialisation with other dogs in - [August Dental Month 2020](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/august-dental-month/) - With The Dog Clinic's Dental Month finally here, we'd love to share with you the few fun things we will have on offer for AUGUST! FREE dental checks EVERY DAY for the month of August! Please call us on 03 6227 9586 to book your 10 minute appointment with a vet for a FREE dental - [Orthopaedic](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/desexing/orthopaedic/) - Orthopaedic SurgeryOrthopaedic surgery encompasses any surgery that is related to bones or joints.Our team of veterinarians have a high level of expertise and the Dog Clinic’s fully equipped surgical suite allows us to perform most orthopaedic surgical procedures that your dog may require.These may include:Cruciate ligament repairFracture (broken bone) repairAmputations for severe injuries or bone - [Soft Tissue](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/desexing/soft-tissue/) - Soft Tissue SurgeryOur veterinarians’ high level of expertise and our fully equipped surgical suite at Taroona allows us to perform the vast majority of soft tissue surgical procedures that your dog may require.Soft tissue surgery encompasses any surgery that is not related to bones. It includes procedures such as:Exploratory laparotomiesLump biopsies & removalsWound stitch-upsRemoval of intestinal - [Desexing](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/desexing/) - Desexing Desexing or neutering your dog is a surgical procedure that prevents them from being able to reproduce.In male dogs it is commonly referred to as “castration”, and in females as “spaying”. This is one of the most frequent types of surgery performed by our vets, and generally your dog is able to come home by - [Dog Care](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/dog-care/) - Dog Care Owning a dog provides companionship, loyalty and affection for people of all ages. A dog can be an invaluable addition to families and individuals. However, it is important to find the type/breed of dog most suited to your particular lifestyle and be aware of the responsibility that comes with dog ownership before you - [Dental](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/desexing/dental/) - Our Dental Program When used in conjunction with at-home preventatives (tooth brushing, oral hygiene chews/rinses, chewing appropriate bones or pigs ears etc.) it is the best way to care for your dogs' teeth, and ensure every kiss they plant on your cheek is minty fresh! contact us to book a FREE DENTAL CHECK for your dog today! - [Dentistry](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/health-checks/dentistry/) - Dentistry Dentistry is a rapidly growing area of veterinary science. We have seen a greater awareness over the last 25 years of its importance to the overall health of the dogs we treat. Just like humans, dogs’ teeth need looking after too! The health of their teeth and gums has a significant impact on their overall quality - [Microchipping](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/health-checks/microchipping/) - Microchipping A microchip is a permanent method of identification for your dog. It is a tiny transmitter (about the size of a grain of rice) that is inserted under the dogs' skin between the shoulder blades. This simple procedure can be performed during a normal consultation – it may be uncomfortable for a brief period - [Ophthalmic](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/desexing/ophthalmic/) - Ophthalmic Surgery Ophthalmic surgery is the specific area of veterinary care involving treatment of an animal’s eyes. For certain breeds, this service also involves the examination and certification of breeding dogs to verify their eyes are in good condition. Eye examinations require specific equipment, such as an ophthalmoscope (a magnifying light to look into the - [Radiography](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/health-checks/radiography/) - Radiography (X-rays) Our hospital is fully equipped with digital radiograph equipment. X-rays are an important diagnostic tool for many areas of veterinary medicine. Dr Raj or one of our veterinarians will discuss your dog’s case and conduct a thorough physical examination to determine if your dog requires radiographs. Pictured right is our imaging room, complete - [contact text](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/contact-text/) - (03) 6227 9586 Shop 4, 148 Channel Highway, Taroona 513 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay - [Nutrition](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/dog-care/nutrition/) - Nutrition Along with regular exercise and veterinary care, careful nutrition is the best way you can contribute to your dog’s prolonged good health. These are the basic nutrients every dog needs: Water is the most essential nutrient in any diet. Your dog’s body is made up of approximately 70% water and will quickly perish without - [Clinical Pathology](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/health-checks/clinical-pathology/) - Clinical Pathology Clinical pathology involves the laboratory evaluation of blood, fluids or body tissues in order to identify existing disease. Common laboratory tests include blood chemistries, complete blood counts, blood clotting times, urinalysis, faecal tests, biopsy examination, cultures and infectious disease testing. Our animal hospital is equipped with an in-house laboratory that allows our veterinarians - [](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/200-2/) - (03) 6227 9586 Shop 4, 148 Channel Highway, Taroona ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://www.thedogclinic.com.au/category/uncategorized/)