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Sedation for Grooming at Home in Tasmania
Gentle, vet-supervised sedation to make grooming safe and stress free for pets who struggle with handling.
Available across Launceston through to the East Coast, on our regular routes.
When sedation for grooming can help
Some pets find grooming frightening or painful. Sedation can be appropriate when there is severe anxiety, fear-based aggression, or discomfort from matted coats, sore ears, or skin disease. It is also useful for pets that cannot tolerate handling due to age, mobility issues, or previous negative experiences. We will only recommend sedation when calmer options are unlikely to work and when it is safe for your pet.
What happens during the visit
- Pre-exam to check vitals, medical history, and suitability
- Sedation plan tailored to your pet’s size, breed, and health
- Light to moderate sedation delivered by the vet, with continuous monitoring
- Gentle clip or tidy of problem areas so a groomer can complete the clean-up later, if needed
- Pain relief or ear/skin treatments when appropriate
- Clear aftercare instructions and a plan for the next steps
Safety and suitability
Your pet’s safety comes first. We assess heart and breathing rates, discuss known conditions, and consider breed-related risks before proceeding. Some pets are not good candidates for sedation at home, in which case we will explain why and help you arrange care in a hospital setting if that is the safer option. Our mobile service focuses on care that can be done well in your home environment and we refer when advanced facilities are required.