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640 Gympie Road, Lawnton QLD 4501
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the vets and nurses for being exceptionally kind, compassionate and gentle, especially with anxious, elderly or timid pets. Many highlighted thorough examinations, clear explanations of diagnoses and costs, and regular updates during procedures and recovery. Reviews frequently mention successful surgeries and dental work, thoughtful end‑of‑life care, and a calm, clean clinic environment. Long-term loyalty and strong recommendations were common themes.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews were overwhelmingly positive, with only a few concerns raised. A small number of owners reported difficulty getting an urgent appointment at peak times, and one reviewer posted a serious complaint about post‑operative care after desexing. There were isolated comments about a higher consult fee for a simple nail trim and one note about a curt receptionist, plus some confusion about the location name (Lawnton/Strathpine) and traffic on the busy road. Otherwise, most feedback described smooth bookings and good value.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Dentistry and dental extractions
- Soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery
- End-of-life and home euthanasia care
- Senior pet care and arthritis management
- Exotic and avian medicine (rats, birds, ducks)
- Low-stress handling for anxious pets
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#gentleWithAnxiousPets#clearCommunication#thoroughVets#surgeryExpertise#dentistry#endOfLifeSupport#exoticPetCare#valueForMoney#transparentPricing#cleanCalmClinic#easyBooking#appointmentAvailabilityMixed#loyalClients#followUpUpdates#locationConfusion
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book ahead for urgent or peak times as appointments can fill quickly; calling early in the day seems to help.
- Ask for a cost estimate upfront, especially for simple services (e.g., nail trims) as a consult fee may apply.
- If your pet is anxious, let the team know—reviews suggest they use low‑stress techniques and may allow you to stay for certain procedures like blood draws.
- Use online booking and request clear explanations of treatment options and costs—owners report strong communication and transparency.
- The clinic is signed as being in Lawnton despite the Strathpine name; allow extra travel time due to traffic on the busy road.
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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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Car park
631m1/2/4 Ebert Parade, Lawnton QLD 4501, Australia
P+R Lawnton Station
792m2 Butcher Ave, Lawnton QLD 4501, Australia
Frequently Asked Questions
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VetLove Strathpine is at 736 Gympie Road, Lawnton QLD 4501. The closest public transport is Lawnton railway station (train), about a 9‑minute walk (approx. 718 m), with Bray Park station (train) about a 17‑minute walk (approx. 1.3 km). If you’re driving, there’s a nearby car park roughly 8 minutes’ walk away and the P+R Lawnton Station car park about 10 minutes’ walk. The clinic name says Strathpine but it’s signed in Lawnton; Gympie Road can be busy, so allow extra travel time.
They’re open Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM; closed on Sundays. Hours may vary on public holidays—call ahead to confirm.
You can call the clinic on (07) 3285 5211 or visit their website at https://vetlove.com.au/location/vetlove-strathpine/ for more information.
You can book online via https://vetlove.com.au/location/vetlove-strathpine/ or call the clinic to arrange a time. For urgent or peak times, book early—reviews note same‑day slots can fill quickly.
Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t government‑regulated and vary by clinic and the care your pet needs, and Medicare doesn’t cover pets. Call the clinic for a current consult quote and ask for an itemised written estimate for any procedures. It’s also worth considering pet insurance and, if needed, general payment‑plan options—ask what the clinic can support.
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.
Based on the clinic’s review summary, services highlighted include dentistry and dental extractions; soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery; end‑of‑life and home euthanasia care; senior pet care and arthritis management; exotic and avian medicine (rats, birds, ducks); and low‑stress handling for anxious pets.
Yes—there’s a nearby car park about an 8‑minute walk away and the P+R Lawnton Station car park about a 10‑minute walk. As Gympie Road can be busy, consider allowing extra time to park and walk in.
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Last updated: 30 June 2026