We bought the Aspley Veterinary Pactice from Dr Richard (Harley) Lomax in 1997. At the time it was in an old wooden Queenslander on Gympie Road where Harley had practiced for nearly 30 years. When Harley began practice there was no veterinarian to the north of him until you reached Townsville. Since 1997 we have built a new facility, replaced all the equipment, and introduced highly trained nurses. Aspley is now able to offer full service patient care with veterinary and nursing staff on-site six days a week; dedicated surgery suite; in-house biochemistry and haematology analysis, and dedicated hospital facilities for patients needing to stay with us. The most valuable asset we gained from the old practice was Dr Jill Retell who continues practising today
We offer a comprehensive range of services including: General consultations Vaccinations Routine desexings Soft tisssue surgery Dental procedures In house pathology (including blood tests) Puppy Preschool Weight Loss Club Preventative health care advice Nutrition advice
Reviews
Maggie J
30 Jun 2018
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Jill's the best bet ever!
Stephen JR Kolyvas
15 May 2018
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Very helpful when I went there.
hannah pickford
20 Mar 2018
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Moved from another vets to this one which was the best decision. Super easy to book in, caring and knowledgeable staff. So far they have been really attentive whilst trying to interfere with our puppy... Read More
Moved from another vets to this one which was the best decision. Super easy to book in, caring and knowledgeable staff. So far they have been really attentive whilst trying to interfere with our puppy as little as possible (going for the staples over anesthetic and stitches etc). Will be sticking to this one Read Less
Min B
31 Jan 2018
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I've been taking my 2 cats to this vet for 5 years now and each time they've been lovely. But it was just recently when my older boy got terminally sick they really showed how genuinely compassionate ... Read More
I've been taking my 2 cats to this vet for 5 years now and each time they've been lovely. But it was just recently when my older boy got terminally sick they really showed how genuinely compassionate and caring they are. They weren't clinical or condescending. They were as considerate for the well-being of us as they were our pet and when it came to the end we could not have asked for a gentler, kinder more sympathetic person to help us through it. I only wish they had after hours care as well. They're also not cheap but when it came to ensuring our beloved fur babies were well cared for, it's probably worth it. Read Less
Renee Conroy
12 Jan 2018
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I have found all the vets to be very nice and sweet to my furbabies.
Stacey G
21 Nov 2017
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Have been taking my little dog here for 4 years. The new office extension looks great and the staff are always helpful and professional.
Jay Donaldson
17 Sep 2017
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Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Obviously love working with animals. Charges are reasonable to high.
If someone came out to check reception within 10 mins would be 5 stars.
Jay
17 Sep 2017
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Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Obviously love working with animals. Charges are reasonable to high.
If someone came out to check reception within 10 mins would be 5 stars.
Selleyon Rising
27 Feb 2017
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Just a quick review. My wife and I attempted to foster a rescue dog (we failed, we kept her!). Anyway, the rescue organisation arranged for her to be desexed. The treatment was first class and the car... Read More
Just a quick review. My wife and I attempted to foster a rescue dog (we failed, we kept her!). Anyway, the rescue organisation arranged for her to be desexed. The treatment was first class and the care and concern for our little lass was very heart warming. Our little foster dog presented to the vets with a severe internal infection (unknown at the time) but their compassion with her plight impressed us enough to write here. Happy to recommend. Read Less
Geoff Donaldson
27 Feb 2017
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It's been a big week. Our german shepherd Zane had a successful splenectomy thanks to the guiding advice of Olivia, and the surgical skills of Danielle, and today Jill has helped us say goodbye to our... Read More
It's been a big week. Our german shepherd Zane had a successful splenectomy thanks to the guiding advice of Olivia, and the surgical skills of Danielle, and today Jill has helped us say goodbye to our little cat Milly after 17 years. Thank you to everyone that has helped us leading up to, and during the last week...your professionalism and care towards us and our pets has been incredible. Thanks so much. Read Less
Melinda Crozier
22 Feb 2017
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Excellent
Matthew Sanderson
26 Nov 2016
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Emily Marron
24 Aug 2016
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Just want to say a big thank you to the girls today. Juggling our bub and our beautiful big boy Smokey Bear became an easy enjoyable time with their help. They look after our boy so well and are also ... Read More
Just want to say a big thank you to the girls today. Juggling our bub and our beautiful big boy Smokey Bear became an easy enjoyable time with their help. They look after our boy so well and are also extremely helpful in looking at cost effectiveness on to of that. Read Less
Hev Lamshed
9 Aug 2016
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We took our elderly Shazzy to Aspley Vets after a very unpleasurable visit to another vet. At Apley Vets we met Dr Danielle, a lovely kind caring empathetic vet. With her help, she gave us an extra 4 ... Read More
We took our elderly Shazzy to Aspley Vets after a very unpleasurable visit to another vet. At Apley Vets we met Dr Danielle, a lovely kind caring empathetic vet. With her help, she gave us an extra 4 weeks with out beloved Shazz. Poor Shazz had aggressive tumours and lung cancer. With help from the lovely staff, we were able to give Shazz another 4 weeks of intense spoiling and love. When her time was due, when Shazzy was ready, they helped us to assist Shazz over the rainbow bridge into a world of peace where she was no longer in pain. Cannot express just how kind, empathetic and caring they all are, especially in our time of grief. We will be taking our other furbaby there. Read Less
Vanessa Carpenter
15 Dec 2015
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Absolutely fantastic people working there. They have been so great to deal with and so accommodating
Christine Debert
11 Dec 2015
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When Poppy (the Golden Retriever) joined our family 8 weeks ago we began searching for a vet... And I'm so glad we chose Aspley Veterinary Practice! Poppy has been seen by both Dr Jill and Dr Daniell... Read More
When Poppy (the Golden Retriever) joined our family 8 weeks ago we began searching for a vet... And I'm so glad we chose Aspley Veterinary Practice! Poppy has been seen by both Dr Jill and Dr Danielle, and both demonstrated their amazing skill and love for animals, making Poppy and me feel very comfortable and well cared for. The friendly caring service offered by all at the practice is much appreciated and makes for such an enjoyable experience. Thanks to you all. Read Less
Russell Mathews
13 Nov 2015
REPORT
Hi
We have been taking our cats to the ASPLY VET since it was located in an old house on Gympie Road
Jill and her team have always provided loving care to our pets and we recommend this practice to th... Read More
Hi
We have been taking our cats to the ASPLY VET since it was located in an old house on Gympie Road
Jill and her team have always provided loving care to our pets and we recommend this practice to those seeking complete professional care for their pets Read Less
Stace Revie
9 Oct 2015
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Lovely caring staff. We had to have our dog put down recently and they made it as smooth as possible.
Paul Wheeler
10 Jul 2015
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Thanks for making our 10 week old Megatron (Great Dane Puppy) feel so calm and welcome. Great advice given today and he made some new friends
Angela Hedge
15 Dec 2013
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Have been going to see Dr Jill for years with my old border collies and have had all my subsequent dogs there. Have had a few tears there as well and wouldn't trust anyone else with my dogs. Love all ... Read More
Have been going to see Dr Jill for years with my old border collies and have had all my subsequent dogs there. Have had a few tears there as well and wouldn't trust anyone else with my dogs. Love all you guys Danielle, Jandy, Jill, Nicola, Morgan and Kathy. You are all great. And Morgan it is still your fault I have three border collies lol You planted the seed of me getting a chocolate one. But I wouldnt have it any other way Read Less
Mala Cariappa Fuller
24 Nov 2013
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They're amazing. Given that one of my dogs shakes at the sight of another vet and with the Aspley Vet team he's happy as Larry... it's a huge relief for us that both get excellent care, even for the ... Read More
They're amazing. Given that one of my dogs shakes at the sight of another vet and with the Aspley Vet team he's happy as Larry... it's a huge relief for us that both get excellent care, even for the smallest thing! Read Less
Sarah Whitlock
5 Sep 2013
REPORT
Fantastic vets and vet nurses!!! Really good to us and our baby, nothing is ever too much or a hassle. Always have time to help and are there when you need them!!!
A Google User
1 Sep 2009
REPORT
I have been attending this practice with my two dogs for the past couple of years, and I have only positive things to say about them. They have helped us through injuries and illnesses, and through t... Read More
I have been attending this practice with my two dogs for the past couple of years, and I have only positive things to say about them. They have helped us through injuries and illnesses, and through the euthanasia of one of our much loved dogs. They are caring, professional, up to date, and genuinely committed to animal welfare. Read Less
We bought the Aspley Veterinary Pactice from Dr Richard (Harley) Lomax in 1997. At the time it was in an old wooden Queenslander on Gympie Road where Harley had practiced for nearly 30 years. When Harley began practice there was no veterinarian to the north of him until you reached Townsville. Since 1997 we have built a new facility, replaced all the equipment, and introduced highly trained nurses. Aspley is now able to offer full service patient care with veterinary and nursing staff on-site six days a week; dedicated surgery suite; in-house biochemistry and haematology analysis, and dedicated hospital facilities for patients needing to stay with us. The most valuable asset we gained from the old practice was Dr Jill Retell who continues practising today
We offer a comprehensive range of services including: General consultations Vaccinations Routine desexings Soft tisssue surgery Dental procedures In house pathology (including blood tests) Puppy Preschool Weight Loss Club Preventative health care advice Nutrition advice
Moved from another vets to this one which was the best decision. Super easy to book in, caring and knowledgeable staff. So far they have been really attentive whilst trying to interfere with our puppy... Read More
Moved from another vets to this one which was the best decision. Super easy to book in, caring and knowledgeable staff. So far they have been really attentive whilst trying to interfere with our puppy as little as possible (going for the staples over anesthetic and stitches etc). Will be sticking to this one Read Less
Min B
31 Jan 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I've been taking my 2 cats to this vet for 5 years now and each time they've been lovely. But it was just recently when my older boy got terminally sick they really showed how genuinely compassionate ... Read More
I've been taking my 2 cats to this vet for 5 years now and each time they've been lovely. But it was just recently when my older boy got terminally sick they really showed how genuinely compassionate and caring they are. They weren't clinical or condescending. They were as considerate for the well-being of us as they were our pet and when it came to the end we could not have asked for a gentler, kinder more sympathetic person to help us through it. I only wish they had after hours care as well. They're also not cheap but when it came to ensuring our beloved fur babies were well cared for, it's probably worth it. Read Less
Renee Conroy
12 Jan 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I have found all the vets to be very nice and sweet to my furbabies.
Stacey G
21 Nov 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Have been taking my little dog here for 4 years. The new office extension looks great and the staff are always helpful and professional.
Jay Donaldson
17 Sep 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Obviously love working with animals. Charges are reasonable to high.
If someone came out to check reception within 10 mins would be 5 stars.
Jay
17 Sep 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Obviously love working with animals. Charges are reasonable to high.
If someone came out to check reception within 10 mins would be 5 stars.
Selleyon Rising
27 Feb 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Just a quick review. My wife and I attempted to foster a rescue dog (we failed, we kept her!). Anyway, the rescue organisation arranged for her to be desexed. The treatment was first class and the car... Read More
Just a quick review. My wife and I attempted to foster a rescue dog (we failed, we kept her!). Anyway, the rescue organisation arranged for her to be desexed. The treatment was first class and the care and concern for our little lass was very heart warming. Our little foster dog presented to the vets with a severe internal infection (unknown at the time) but their compassion with her plight impressed us enough to write here. Happy to recommend. Read Less
Geoff Donaldson
27 Feb 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
It's been a big week. Our german shepherd Zane had a successful splenectomy thanks to the guiding advice of Olivia, and the surgical skills of Danielle, and today Jill has helped us say goodbye to our... Read More
It's been a big week. Our german shepherd Zane had a successful splenectomy thanks to the guiding advice of Olivia, and the surgical skills of Danielle, and today Jill has helped us say goodbye to our little cat Milly after 17 years. Thank you to everyone that has helped us leading up to, and during the last week...your professionalism and care towards us and our pets has been incredible. Thanks so much. Read Less
Melinda Crozier
22 Feb 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Excellent
Matthew Sanderson
26 Nov 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Emily Marron
24 Aug 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Just want to say a big thank you to the girls today. Juggling our bub and our beautiful big boy Smokey Bear became an easy enjoyable time with their help. They look after our boy so well and are also ... Read More
Just want to say a big thank you to the girls today. Juggling our bub and our beautiful big boy Smokey Bear became an easy enjoyable time with their help. They look after our boy so well and are also extremely helpful in looking at cost effectiveness on to of that. Read Less
Hev Lamshed
9 Aug 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
We took our elderly Shazzy to Aspley Vets after a very unpleasurable visit to another vet. At Apley Vets we met Dr Danielle, a lovely kind caring empathetic vet. With her help, she gave us an extra 4 ... Read More
We took our elderly Shazzy to Aspley Vets after a very unpleasurable visit to another vet. At Apley Vets we met Dr Danielle, a lovely kind caring empathetic vet. With her help, she gave us an extra 4 weeks with out beloved Shazz. Poor Shazz had aggressive tumours and lung cancer. With help from the lovely staff, we were able to give Shazz another 4 weeks of intense spoiling and love. When her time was due, when Shazzy was ready, they helped us to assist Shazz over the rainbow bridge into a world of peace where she was no longer in pain. Cannot express just how kind, empathetic and caring they all are, especially in our time of grief. We will be taking our other furbaby there. Read Less
Vanessa Carpenter
15 Dec 2015
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Absolutely fantastic people working there. They have been so great to deal with and so accommodating
Christine Debert
11 Dec 2015
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
When Poppy (the Golden Retriever) joined our family 8 weeks ago we began searching for a vet... And I'm so glad we chose Aspley Veterinary Practice! Poppy has been seen by both Dr Jill and Dr Daniell... Read More
When Poppy (the Golden Retriever) joined our family 8 weeks ago we began searching for a vet... And I'm so glad we chose Aspley Veterinary Practice! Poppy has been seen by both Dr Jill and Dr Danielle, and both demonstrated their amazing skill and love for animals, making Poppy and me feel very comfortable and well cared for. The friendly caring service offered by all at the practice is much appreciated and makes for such an enjoyable experience. Thanks to you all. Read Less
Russell Mathews
13 Nov 2015
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Hi
We have been taking our cats to the ASPLY VET since it was located in an old house on Gympie Road
Jill and her team have always provided loving care to our pets and we recommend this practice to th... Read More
Hi
We have been taking our cats to the ASPLY VET since it was located in an old house on Gympie Road
Jill and her team have always provided loving care to our pets and we recommend this practice to those seeking complete professional care for their pets Read Less
Stace Revie
9 Oct 2015
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Lovely caring staff. We had to have our dog put down recently and they made it as smooth as possible.
Paul Wheeler
10 Jul 2015
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Thanks for making our 10 week old Megatron (Great Dane Puppy) feel so calm and welcome. Great advice given today and he made some new friends
Angela Hedge
15 Dec 2013
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Have been going to see Dr Jill for years with my old border collies and have had all my subsequent dogs there. Have had a few tears there as well and wouldn't trust anyone else with my dogs. Love all ... Read More
Have been going to see Dr Jill for years with my old border collies and have had all my subsequent dogs there. Have had a few tears there as well and wouldn't trust anyone else with my dogs. Love all you guys Danielle, Jandy, Jill, Nicola, Morgan and Kathy. You are all great. And Morgan it is still your fault I have three border collies lol You planted the seed of me getting a chocolate one. But I wouldnt have it any other way Read Less
Mala Cariappa Fuller
24 Nov 2013
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
They're amazing. Given that one of my dogs shakes at the sight of another vet and with the Aspley Vet team he's happy as Larry... it's a huge relief for us that both get excellent care, even for the ... Read More
They're amazing. Given that one of my dogs shakes at the sight of another vet and with the Aspley Vet team he's happy as Larry... it's a huge relief for us that both get excellent care, even for the smallest thing! Read Less
Sarah Whitlock
5 Sep 2013
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Fantastic vets and vet nurses!!! Really good to us and our baby, nothing is ever too much or a hassle. Always have time to help and are there when you need them!!!
A Google User
1 Sep 2009
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I have been attending this practice with my two dogs for the past couple of years, and I have only positive things to say about them. They have helped us through injuries and illnesses, and through t... Read More
I have been attending this practice with my two dogs for the past couple of years, and I have only positive things to say about them. They have helped us through injuries and illnesses, and through the euthanasia of one of our much loved dogs. They are caring, professional, up to date, and genuinely committed to animal welfare. Read Less