About Kippax Veterinary Hospital
Trusted Veterinary Care in Holt, ACT Since 1977
At Kippax Veterinary Hospital, we’ve been proudly supporting the pets and people of Holt, Belconnen, and surrounding suburbs for more than 45 years. Founded in 1977 under the guidance of Dr John Aspley Davis, our practice has grown from humble beginnings into a modern, purpose-built hospital offering high-quality veterinary services with warmth, care, and compassion.
Our Story
Kippax Veterinary Hospital has come a long way since its founding in 1977 under Dr John Aspley Davis. Today, our recently renovated, ASAV-accredited, purpose-built hospital reflects our continuing journey toward the highest standards in veterinary care. As pet owners and pet lovers ourselves, we appreciate the importance that your pets play in your homes and lives. Our highly qualified veterinarians provide veterinary services for a wide range of species and offer the highest standard of care for you and your pet.
Kippax Veterinary Hospital is a full-service animal hospital and welcomes both emergency treatment cases as well as pets in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Our veterinarians have years of experience treating serious conditions and offering regular pet wellness care—and as a proud winner of the Employer of Choice award, we’re committed to giving our talented professionals the tools, support, and collaboration they need to give your pets calm, loving care at every visit.
Care with Kindness
Our philosophy is simple but powerful, summed up in just three words: Care with Kindness. That means we treat every pet like a member of our own family and every client with respect, compassion, and honesty. This value is embedded in everything we do—from our first phone call to your pet’s follow-up care.
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We also extend this kindness to our staff, fostering a positive, supportive workplace that empowers our team to deliver the best possible veterinary care. Because when our team thrives, your pet receives even better care.
A Modern Clinic with a Personal Feel
Whether your furry, feathered, or scaly companion is coming in for a check-up or something more complex, we’ve got the knowledge, experience, and facilities to help.
Our purpose-built, ASAV hospital-accredited facility is designed for comfort and calm, with features that help make your visit as stress-free as possible.
We are a certified ISFM Gold-level Feline Friendly Clinic, and while we’re not officially Fear Free certified, we strive to follow those principles to help pets feel safe and relaxed—particularly for our more anxious patients.
Our clinic is family-friendly, pet-centred, and deeply connected to the local communities of Belconnen and its neighbouring suburbs, including Kippax, Holt, Macgregor, and beyond.
