Tuggeranong Veterinary Hospital
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the compassionate, friendly team and skilled, knowledgeable vets. Many mentioned clear explanations and options, gentle handling for anxious pets, and outstanding support during emergencies and end‑of‑life care. Long‑term clients described decades of reliable care across routine visits and complex cases, with thorough follow‑up.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with a few recurring pain points. Several owners found it hard to get short‑notice appointments and noted busy phones, occasional waits, and a strict lateness policy that led to cancelled consults. A small number reported brusque reception interactions and, in one case, concerns about continuity and communication during an ongoing condition; a minority felt costs were high or unclear at times.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Emergency and urgent care
- Soft tissue surgery and tumour removals
- Ophthalmic surgery (enucleation)
- End‑of‑life and euthanasia support
- Avian and exotic pet care
- Chronic disease management (e.g., feline asthma)
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book early for non‑urgent visits; appointments can be hard to secure at short notice, though they may squeeze in urgent cases if you call first thing.
- Arrive a few minutes early—several reviewers reported that late arrivals led to cancelled consults.
- If your pet is anxious, let the team know and request a quieter spot; some owners use yellow ‘needs space’ gear to signal this.
- Use the onsite parking and weigh your pet on the clinic scale while you wait, as suggested by reviewers.
- Ask for an estimate beforehand and enquire about any concession discounts if eligible—many found pricing fair and transparent.
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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats
Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs
Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy
Breeding, Timing
Cryptorchidism
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Opening Hours
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Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Parking
Fadden Pines
585mFrequently Asked Questions
Here are the questions pet owners ask most often — tap a question to read the full answer. For other concerns, please consult a licensed veterinarian.
Tuggeranong Veterinary Hospital is at 5/2 Hanlon Crescent, Fadden ACT 2904. As there’s no train/metro/light-rail station within easy walking distance, driving is usually the simplest option; reviewers mention onsite parking, and the Fadden Pines car park is about a 7‑minute walk (~585 m) if you prefer to park nearby. If you’re using public transport, check Google Maps for the nearest bus route to Hanlon Crescent.
They’re open Monday to Friday 8:00 am–6:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am–3:00 pm, and closed on Sunday. Hours may differ on public holidays, so call ahead to confirm.
Call (02) 6291 7711. You can also visit http://www.tuggeranongvet.com.au/ or drop by at 5/2 Hanlon Crescent, Fadden ACT 2904.
Book by calling the clinic or checking their website for current options. For non‑urgent visits, book early as short‑notice spots can be hard to secure; arrive a few minutes early due to a strict lateness policy, and if your pet needs urgent attention, call first thing to see if they can fit you in.
Consultation fees vary by clinic in Australia and aren’t government‑regulated, and Medicare doesn’t cover pets, so please call the clinic for a current quote. For any procedure, ask for an itemised written estimate. If you require after‑hours emergency care, fees are typically higher. Consider pet insurance and, if needed, ask about payment‑plan or gap‑claim options in general terms.
Most Australian vet clinics accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap‑and‑go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some support pet‑insurance gap claims (e.g., GapOnly) or payment plans (e.g., VetPay, Afterpay); please call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts.
They accommodate emergencies and urgent cases, with many owners praising their support, but after‑hours availability isn’t listed—call ahead or check their website for current arrangements.
Yes—owners report onsite parking at the clinic, and the Fadden Pines car park is about a 7‑minute walk (~585 m) if you need extra space.
They provide emergency and urgent care, soft tissue surgery and tumour removals, ophthalmic surgery (including enucleation), end‑of‑life and euthanasia support, avian and exotic pet care, and chronic disease management such as feline asthma.
Pet owners rate it 4.6/5 from 311 reviews, praising the compassionate, friendly team, knowledgeable vets, clear explanations, gentle handling of anxious pets, and strong support during emergencies and end‑of‑life care, with many long‑term loyal clients. Common feedback notes short‑notice bookings can be tricky, busy phones, occasional waits, a strict lateness policy, occasional brusque reception experiences, some continuity concerns, and a few comments about costs feeling high or unclear at times.
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