JCUVet Emergency, Referral and Specialist Hospital General Practice- and

1300 528 838

JCU VET
Emergency, Referral
and Specialist Hospital

Enhancing the health and well-being of your pets.

Proudly serving North Queensland since 2009

JCUVet is conveniently located in Douglas Townsville, offering a full range of specialized veterinary services, including 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Neurology assessments, and advanced diagnostic imaging.

Our core motivation is to serve the North Queensland veterinary and pet-owning community by providing top-notch care and service—not just for our patients, but also for pet owners, local vets, and our amazing team.

We love partnering with the local veterinary community, giving pets and their families access to a state-of-the-art facility for specialist and referral care, as well as 24-hour emergency and critical care when they need it most.

As a teaching hospital, JCUVet is also focused on education, training, and research. We’re based on the James Cook University campus and have a key role in training future leaders in veterinary medicine.

Important Contacts

Prevention is key to a long, happy and healthy life.

At JCU Vet we understand how important your pet is to you. That’s why we’re dedicated to establishing long-lasting relationships with our patients and clients for the best in preventative healthcare. We encourage you to ask us questions about your pet’s health; we love sharing information and educating clients about preventative healthcare, treatments and programs.

Surgery
Our surgical procedures range from general practice procedures such as de-sexing and dentistry, through to complex soft tissue, orthopaedic, neurological and oncological surgeries. We have a skilled surgical team with a wealth of experience, supported by highly trained anaesthetists for your pet’s safety and your peace of mind.
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Medicine
We know how stressful it is when your pet is unwell, because we’ve got pet’s too. Our medicine services are available 5 days per week and offer extensive diagnostic and treatment options to manage complex diseases. We provide modern on-site pathology and imaging equipment to get you the answers you need.
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Routine Care
Our passionate General Practice team has all the bells and whistles needed to provide the highest standard of routine medical care. Whether is it a wellness examination, on site pathology, dental x-rays, or advanced anaesthetic monitoring during their sterilization, we’ve got things covered.
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Anaesthesia
JCU Vet is the only centre in North Queensland with a team dedicated to managing your pet’s anaesthesia. With extensive monitoring equipment and a wealth of expertise, this specialist lead team works closely with the other referral services to ensure that your pet remains safe, comfortable, and stress free whilst in hospital and throughout their recovery.
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Wellness Exams
JCU Vet recognizes that the best way to stay healthy is through regular health checks and preventative care. Our General Practice service offers wellness examinations and tailored preventative health care plans including vaccinations, micro-chipping, dental care, weight management, nutritional and behavioural advice, and more.
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Diagnostic Imaging
JCU Vet is equipped with the very best in advanced diagnostic imaging. Whether your pet needs a scope, digital x-rays, dental x-rays, ultrasound, or a CT scan, we’ve got the equipment and expertise needed to get the job done.
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