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Owner Review Summary
Distilled from Google reviews — see what pet owners actually say
👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the vet’s deep knowledge, thorough explanations and clear focus on animal welfare. Many reported excellent outcomes (from resolving skin growths to managing kidney disease and even life‑saving care) and long‑term loyalty, with some travelling from other suburbs. People also valued the detailed education on diet, preventive care and breed‑specific needs, plus puppy school. Several noted prices as reasonable or even more affordable than bigger chains.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Feedback is polarised around communication style and customer service. A notable minority felt the vet could be blunt, lecturing or patronising, with some reporting phone calls being rushed or even hung up on. Convenience and admin were recurring pain points: difficulty reaching the clinic by phone, understaffing, waits of 20–45 minutes, and delays supplying records or insurance paperwork. Pricing sentiment was mostly positive, though a few reviewers found costs high compared with other clinics.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Preventive care and vaccinations
- Puppy school and training
- Soft tissue surgery and postoperative care
- Exotic and avian care (incl. wildlife triage)
- Chronic disease management (e.g. kidney disease, FIV)
- Second opinions and case coordination
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book ahead and allow extra time on the day, as waits of around 20–45 minutes were mentioned by some reviewers.
- Bring a written list of questions and be ready for a very detailed consult; several owners found taking notes helpful.
- If you need records or insurance forms, request copies during the visit and confirm expected timeframes, then follow up proactively.
- If phone contact is difficult, try persisting at different times and confirm your appointment details once you get through.
- There are only a few short‑term parking spots out front, so arrive a little early to secure a park.
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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats
Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs
Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy
Breeding, Timing
Cryptorchidism
Eclampsia
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Opening Hours
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Hours notice
Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
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105 Vulture St Garage
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335mFrequently Asked Questions
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West End Veterinary Surgery is at 241 Boundary Street, West End QLD 4101. The closest public transport is South Brisbane train station, about a 14‑minute walk, with South Bank train station also roughly a 14‑minute walk. If you’re driving, there are a few short‑term spots out front; nearby car parks include 105 Vulture St Garage (~3‑minute walk) and a Parking facility on Vulture Street (~4‑minute walk).
They are open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Hours may differ on public holidays, so call ahead to confirm.
You can call the clinic on (07) 3846 4700 or visit their website at http://www.westendvet.com.au/ for more information.
Book by calling the clinic directly. It’s wise to book ahead and allow extra time on the day, as some reviewers reported waits of around 20–45 minutes; you can also check the website for updates before you go.
Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t regulated and vary by clinic and the care your pet needs, and Medicare does not cover pets. For the most current consult fee, please call the clinic, and if a procedure is recommended, ask for an itemised written estimate. If you use pet insurance, check your policy for consult and procedure cover; some owners use payment‑plan or gap‑claim options in general, but availability varies by clinic.
Most Australian vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap‑and‑go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some support pet‑insurance gap claims or payment plans; please call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts on the day.
Yes—there are a few short‑term street parks out front, and nearby paid options include 105 Vulture St Garage (~3‑minute walk) and another Parking facility on Vulture Street (~4‑minute walk). Arrive a little early to secure a spot.
They offer preventive care and vaccinations, puppy school and training, soft tissue surgery with postoperative care, exotic and avian care (including wildlife triage), chronic disease management (e.g. kidney disease, FIV), and second opinions with case coordination.
Yes, the clinic provides exotic and avian care and can assist with wildlife triage.
The clinic is rated 4.1 out of 5.0 from 148 reviews. Owners often praise the vets’ deep knowledge, thorough explanations, strong outcomes and reasonable pricing, with loyal clients travelling from other suburbs. Feedback is mixed on communication and admin: some report a blunt or lecturing style, phone difficulties, longer waits of 20–45 minutes, and delays with records or insurance paperwork; a few found costs high compared with other clinics.
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