Expert Care for Your Special Pet

Dedicated exotic animal hospital providing compassionate and advanced veterinary services. Book your appointment with us today.

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Our Specialized Services

Advanced Diagnostics for Exotic Pets

Utilizing specialized equipment for accurate diagnosis, including digital radiology and in-house blood testing for avian, reptile, and mammalian species.

Avian Medicine & Surgery

Comprehensive care for birds of all sizes, from general health checks and dietary advice to advanced medical treatments and surgical procedures.

Ferret Health & Specialized Care

Dedicated care for ferrets, including health checks, vaccinations, dental procedures, and medical/surgical treatment for common conditions like adrenal disease.

Rabbit & Guinea Pig Wellness and Dental Care

Specialized health services for rabbits and guinea pigs, including health checks, vaccinations, desexing, and comprehensive dental care.

About Launceston Exotic Animal Hospital

About Launceston Exotic Animal Hospital

Hello! My name is Dr. Nikki Tapp, and I am the veterinarian and director behind the Launceston Exotic Animal Hospital (LEAH) team.

I graduated from Massey University in 2014. Before settling in Launceston in 2022, I gained diverse experience over 5 years in Cairns and 2.5 years travelling as a locum vet along the east coast with my eclectus parrot Jeff and cat Molly.

My passion for birds and unique animals began at vet school in New Zealand, where I was fortunate to work with native species like Kiwi, Kea, and the rare Kakapo at Wildbase Hospital. This passion grew in Cairns through collaborations with Cairns Tropical Zoo, Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, and Bird World Kuranda.

At home, I'm a loving owner to two eclectus parrots (Jeff and Wally), a cat (Bastet), and a dog (Cricket). In my downtime, I enjoy knitting, sewing, crafting, and watching horror movies.

I look forward to meeting you and your wonderful exotic pets!

Our Mission & Approach

LEAH is Launceston’s only dedicated exotic animal veterinary clinic. Our mission is to provide exceptional, high-quality care and treatment for exotic animals.

We achieve this by offering a safe and welcoming environment specifically designed for these unique patients, utilizing specialized equipment for advanced care, and having a trained, confident team knowledgeable in the handling and specific needs of exotic species.

Our investment in specialized tools includes species-specific ET tubes, an Exotic Vetronic SAV 04 ventilator, appropriate heating solutions, specialized dental adaptors, in-house avian and reptile blood testing capabilities, and fine, delicate surgical instruments, all to ensure your pet receives the highest standard of veterinary care.

Our goal is to support both pet owners and fellow veterinary clinics in the area by reducing stress and providing specialized attention for exotic pets that may require additional time for examination, research, surgery, and recovery.

Species We Treat

Details on species treated are coming soon.

LEAH does not accommodate feline or canine patients or any large animals.

Your Pet's Health, Our Priority