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OUR RESPONSE TO COVID19
We are still open and ready to help you
but we have made some changes. More »
I love my job and look forward to coming to work each day. I feel fortunate to be part of a kind team who support the bond between a family and their small friend – Dr Matt
I like to treat your pets as my own – Dr Melissa
I feel so lucky to be able to do what I love every day and be a part of an amazing team – Nurse Valerie
Some days I feel like I come to work to see my work mates. We’re not just colleagues but friends too. They really make the day fly – Nurse Josie
I love stepping into a genuinely supportive work environment and working together as a team to care for small friends – Nurse Amy
I love working at Small Friends because it allows me to form a connection with clients and their small friends. I really feel I make a difference in their lives – Dr Sally
My favourite part of the day is reuniting our hospital patients with their owners and seeing how excited both owners and their small friends are to see each other again! – Nurse Tara

WELCOME TO SMALL FRIENDS VET

WE BELIEVE THAT PETS ARE PEOPLE TOO

As pet owners, we understand just how important our pets are in our families. More »

WE KNOW YOUR PETS ON A FIRST NAME BASIS

Our commitment to continuity of care means that you will only ever be seen by one of three vets. More »

WE PROMISE TO ALWAYS KEEP IN TOUCH

If your small friend needs to stay in hospital … we call you at least twice daily with updates. More »

WE HAVE YOU COVERED, OUR HOURS & EMERGENCIES

When we are open and what to do when Small Friends Vet is closed. More »
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Instagram post 17994822430352241 Aspen 🐶⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Aspen 🥰a Bichon Frise, has Cushing's Syndrome. This is when your dog makes too much of a hormone called cortisol. Too much or too little cortisol ⚖️can cause problems so her mum brings in Aspen regularly for blood tests ✅Aspen is such a good patient ❤️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #covid19canberra

Aspen 🐶⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Aspen 🥰a Bichon Frise, has Cushing's Syndrome. This is when your dog makes too much of a hormone called cortisol. Too much or too little cortisol ⚖️can cause problems so her mum brings in Aspen regularly for blood tests ✅Aspen is such a good patient ❤️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #covid19canberra ...

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Instagram post 18157356253084650 Gorgeous and so neat and tidy! 🐶⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 8 year old, Shiba Inu, Mikey came in for his annual health check and vaccinations ✅ The breed Shiba Inu are known for their fastidious natures. They groom themselves similar to cats and can be found licking their paws and legs. Some Shiba Inu have been known to house train themselves 👌🏼⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you need some guidance on grooming your small friend? Drop in or call ☎️6262 2233 anytime and speak to one of our helpful and knowledgable nurses 😍 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #covid19canberra

Gorgeous and so neat and tidy! 🐶⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 8 year old, Shiba Inu, Mikey came in for his annual health check and vaccinations ✅ The breed Shiba Inu are known for their fastidious natures. They groom themselves similar to cats and can be found licking their paws and legs. Some Shiba Inu have been known to house train themselves 👌🏼⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you need some guidance on grooming your small friend? Drop in or call ☎️6262 2233 anytime and speak to one of our helpful and knowledgable nurses 😍 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #covid19canberra ...

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Instagram post 17904215866963068 Stressed about going to the vet? Ha! Not me! 😊⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Gorgeous Rupert 🐱came to visit and just loved any and all attention given to him 🥰 Rupert had a hair clip ✂️to help him stay well groomed 🐈 Some cats find grooming difficult 😖as they get older and some well, they just aren't ever good at it 😏Rather than letting their fur get out of control and matted give us a call ☎️on 6262 2233 and we can book them in and help them out 😄 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #covid19canberra

Stressed about going to the vet? Ha! Not me! 😊⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Gorgeous Rupert 🐱came to visit and just loved any and all attention given to him 🥰 Rupert had a hair clip ✂️to help him stay well groomed 🐈 Some cats find grooming difficult 😖as they get older and some well, they just aren't ever good at it 😏Rather than letting their fur get out of control and matted give us a call ☎️on 6262 2233 and we can book them in and help them out 😄 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #covid19canberra ...

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Instagram post 17927998738546029 🐶🌸⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Our smallest little pup, 11 year old Chihuahua, Petal, came in for a dental. She only weighs 1.82kg! *squeal* 😍Here she is getting cuddles with Nurse Jodie! Petal wears little socks because she slips on the tiles at home *squeal* 😍 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #covid19canberra

🐶🌸⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Our smallest little pup, 11 year old Chihuahua, Petal, came in for a dental. She only weighs 1.82kg! *squeal* 😍Here she is getting cuddles with Nurse Jodie! Petal wears little socks because she slips on the tiles at home *squeal* 😍 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #covid19canberra ...

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Instagram post 17924570884606900 Old friends new friends 🐶⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ One of the pleasures of our job (and yes, there are many) is to get to know families and their small friends 🧡 We are truly honoured to be there through the beginnings, ends, up and downs of your journey with your small friend 🐱🐶🐰🐭After losing a small friend it can be hard to know when the right time will be, if ever, to bring another into your life 🤔but by the time they are due for the first booster vaccination most people say they can't imagine life without their new baby 😁⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We have been f r i e n d s with the Gibbs family for 14 years and we were so excited to meet their new puppy Remi 👏🏻 Here she is when she came in for her vaccinations! Remi has a lot to live up to as we were very good friends with her brother Flynn 💙 Since this photo was taken she has been back to visit us for her desexing and well...she is firmly in our hearts - just like her brother 💕You don't ever forget your friends and please know, neither do we. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy

Old friends new friends 🐶⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ One of the pleasures of our job (and yes, there are many) is to get to know families and their small friends 🧡 We are truly honoured to be there through the beginnings, ends, up and downs of your journey with your small friend 🐱🐶🐰🐭After losing a small friend it can be hard to know when the right time will be, if ever, to bring another into your life 🤔but by the time they are due for the first booster vaccination most people say they can't imagine life without their new baby 😁⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We have been f r i e n d s with the Gibbs family for 14 years and we were so excited to meet their new puppy Remi 👏🏻 Here she is when she came in for her vaccinations! Remi has a lot to live up to as we were very good friends with her brother Flynn 💙 Since this photo was taken she has been back to visit us for her desexing and well...she is firmly in our hearts - just like her brother 💕You don't ever forget your friends and please know, neither do we. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy ...

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Instagram post 17906313553867302 If they had to fly into a window, they chose the right one 😅 🐦👏🏻⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This little bird 🐦was being chased by a magpie, and flew straight into our office window 🙈Nurse Josie, immediately went outside and picked him up, as he was unable to stand up or walk straight 😵⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We gave him a check over. He was a bit stunned from the hard hit to the head, so we kept him in a dark box for a little while to let him rest and recover safely 😴 After a couple of hours he was trying to fly in his box so we took him outside to see if he was ready to fly away, and he did! 😄⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It was our pleasure, little guy 😍

If they had to fly into a window, they chose the right one 😅 🐦👏🏻⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This little bird 🐦was being chased by a magpie, and flew straight into our office window 🙈Nurse Josie, immediately went outside and picked him up, as he was unable to stand up or walk straight 😵⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We gave him a check over. He was a bit stunned from the hard hit to the head, so we kept him in a dark box for a little while to let him rest and recover safely 😴 After a couple of hours he was trying to fly in his box so we took him outside to see if he was ready to fly away, and he did! 😄⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It was our pleasure, little guy 😍 ...

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Instagram post 17916123013656823 Cuddle loving Luna 🐱 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Beautiful 4 year old Luna came in to have her teeth cleaned 💫and loved to climb up onto Nurse Tara’s shoulder for cuddles whenever Tara tried to take her obs 🥰⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Might your small friend need a dental? 🦷You may have noticed their breath is a bit on the nose? 👃🏾Or maybe they are even not keen to chew bones or hard food like they used to? 😖At Small Friends Vet we offer FREE dental checks all year round. Just call us ☎️ on 6262 2233 to arrange a time to come in. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #teeth #informationpage

Cuddle loving Luna 🐱 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Beautiful 4 year old Luna came in to have her teeth cleaned 💫and loved to climb up onto Nurse Tara’s shoulder for cuddles whenever Tara tried to take her obs 🥰⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Might your small friend need a dental? 🦷You may have noticed their breath is a bit on the nose? 👃🏾Or maybe they are even not keen to chew bones or hard food like they used to? 😖At Small Friends Vet we offer FREE dental checks all year round. Just call us ☎️ on 6262 2233 to arrange a time to come in. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #teeth #informationpage ...

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Instagram post 17993018881317782 This little sweetie is Lucy, a 6 month old Maltese X Toy Poodle 🐶 who was in for her spey today. She was extremely smoochy and loved being carried around all day by the nurses! Beth decided to put a little bow in her fur because a little “fancy” never hurts 👒 Is your new small friend due for desexing? Feeling nervous? Check out our website 💻(link in bio) for information pages on desexing and anaesthesia, they may help to alleviate the jitters 😌 #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #covid19canberra

This little sweetie is Lucy, a 6 month old Maltese X Toy Poodle 🐶 who was in for her spey today. She was extremely smoochy and loved being carried around all day by the nurses! Beth decided to put a little bow in her fur because a little “fancy” never hurts 👒 Is your new small friend due for desexing? Feeling nervous? Check out our website 💻(link in bio) for information pages on desexing and anaesthesia, they may help to alleviate the jitters 😌 #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #covid19canberra ...

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Instagram post 17927522302485426 Even the vet's pets need to come to the vet! ✅⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Dr Sally’s Greyhound, Maggie, 🐶was due for her annual checkup and vaccinations! She was very brave, especially because she does not like needles! 😬⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Here she is with Nurse Josie and her fur-mum Dr Sally 🐶⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Is it time for your small friend to have their annual health check? ✅Give us a call ☎️on 6262 2233 to book a time with Dr Sally, Dr Mel or Dr Matt. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #covid19canberra

Even the vet's pets need to come to the vet! ✅⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Dr Sally’s Greyhound, Maggie, 🐶was due for her annual checkup and vaccinations! She was very brave, especially because she does not like needles! 😬⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Here she is with Nurse Josie and her fur-mum Dr Sally 🐶⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Is it time for your small friend to have their annual health check? ✅Give us a call ☎️on 6262 2233 to book a time with Dr Sally, Dr Mel or Dr Matt. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smallfriendsvet #smallfriends #canberrapets #canberracats #canberradogs #dogsofcanberra #catsofcanberra #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #gungahlin #rspca_act #canberra #wearecbr #kitten #puppy #covid19canberra ...

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Rebecca Bishop

“We have been bringing our fur family to Matt, Mel and the wonderful team at Small Friends Vet for a number of years and have had nothing but fantastic support. They have helped us through tough times, given us great advice that we trust and are always wonderful with our two dogs and our two cats. They have never laughed in our faces when we bring our pets in unnecessarily and they are wonderful when the pets are in for longer stays. We are extremely grateful that they are part of our extended family and help us take care of our fur babies. Thank you Matt, Mel, Sally, Tara, Valerie, Josie and Danielle.
If you are looking for a vet in Canberra, you don’t have to look any further.”
Rebecca Bishop

 

The Duff Family

“There are so many positives about this amazing small practice. You are not just a number. They go above and beyond to take care of your family pets. They do not overcharge or do unnecessary testing or treatment. They explain things so that we understand them and they always double check to see if we have any other concerns. The doctors, nurses and staff are always friendly and accommodating. You never feel rushed and they take their time with you. I especially love the follow up phone calls after any procedure or if your family pet has been unwell, to see how they are going and if we have any further questions.”
The Duff Family

Mark and Ros McLennan

“The team at Small Friends Vet have been with us every step of the way with our dog Saki. They are ethical and skilled vets but, more importantly, are generous in sharing their knowledge about how best to care for our newest family member. They have been with us through all his ups and downs!
Saki always looks forward to his visits and the love and attention he gets makes a trip to the vet much more enjoyable.
Small Friends isn’t just a vet, they are actually a part of our family!”
 Jess and Mark

Ellie, Lexi, (late Tess), Chris & Bob

“After almost 15 years we still love visiting Small Friends Vet. All staff over this time are consistently caring, friendly, helpful & supportive of our small friends and Bob and I.
We will always support them as they are passionate about working together like family and never just about doing the job and taking our money.
The best vets we have ever used.”
 Ellie, Lexi, (late Tess), Chris & Bob

Anna, Al and Max

“My partner, Al and I have an almost 3yr old male Australian Bulldog named Max. We have been going to see Small Friends Vet in Amaroo since moving to the area. Max usually sees Dr Matt during a visit. Dr Matt and his staff are always very welcoming and friendly which definitely helps Max feel more comfortable as he has a little anxiety. The reception staff are always keen for a pat with Max and there are never any issues with receipts and clinical notes emailed to us promptly to us for our pet insurance. Dr Matt always puts Max at ease during a visit with his friendly and easy going attitude and conveys his findings to us in very easy to understand “non-vet” language.
We could not recommend Small Friends Vet enough. The staff and service provided are second to none and definitely the best we have found in our years of fur baby parenthood.”
 Anna, Al and Max
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We service Amaroo, Ngunnawal, Moncreiff, Nicholls, Forde, Bonner, Gungahlin, Palmerston, Harrison, Throsby, Taylor, Casey, Jacka, Franklin, Crace and the wider Canberra community. We offer Health checks, General Consultations, Vaccinations, Desexing, General Surgery, Radiograhy, Export Services and so much more. For general information you may find our Information Pages helpful. For further assistance please call us on 6262 2233. We’d love to meet you and your small friend.