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130 reviews
25 Riding Rd, Hawthorne QLD 4171
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the vets and nurses for being highly skilled, thorough and compassionate, with clear explanations and supportive follow‑ups. Many noted swift help in urgent situations, including same‑day and even Sunday appointments, and long‑term clients highlighted consistently excellent care over many years. The in‑house rehab team and hydrotherapy drew special mentions for improving mobility, and the grooming salon and boarding cattery were frequently appreciated. Several reviews also commended transparent discussions about treatment options and costs.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews were overwhelmingly positive, with very few concerns. One owner was frustrated that the clinic would not dispense prescribed thyroid medication without a consult during a long weekend, viewing the policy as a barrier despite the urgency. Beyond that, there were no common complaints about waits, access, or costs, with several people explicitly noting affordability and cost transparency.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Canine rehabilitation and hydrotherapy
- Grooming and salon services
- Dermatology and allergy management
- Boarding cattery for cats
- Collaborative care with specialists and post‑procedure monitoring
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#thoroughExams#clearCommunication#followUpCalls#friendlyStaff#urgentAppointments#sundayAvailability#longTermClients#rehabHydrotherapy#groomingOnsite#catBoarding#costTransparency#affordablePricing#specialistCoordination#cleanFacilities#anxietyAwareHandling
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Call ahead for urgent issues—reviewers often secured same‑day or even Sunday appointments.
- If you need medication dispensed from an external prescription, be prepared that a consult may be required.
- Consider the in‑house rehab and hydrotherapy if your dog needs mobility support; several owners reported strong results.
- Book grooming and the boarding cattery in advance, as both services are popular with regulars.
- Ask for an itemised estimate—reviewers found the team transparent about options and costs.
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5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) Toxicosis
Abscessation
Acetaminophen (APAP) Toxicosis
Actinomycosis and Nocardia
Acute Abdomen
Acute Diarrhea
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Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Parking
Hawthorne Park
379m140 Riding Rd, Hawthorne QLD 4171, Australia
Frequently Asked Questions
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Bulimba Veterinary Surgery is at 154 Hawthorne Road, Hawthorne QLD 4171. The closest public transport is Morningside train station, about a 14‑minute walk (approximately 1.1 km). If you’re driving, Hawthorne Park has a car park around a 5‑minute walk from the clinic; for the best route, pop the address into Google Maps.
They’re open Monday 8:00 am–8:00 pm, Tuesday 8:00 am–6:00 pm, Wednesday 8:00 am–8:00 pm, Thursday 8:00 am–6:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am–6:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am–4:00 pm, and Sunday 9:00 am–12:00 pm.
You can call the clinic on (07) 3899 1495, or visit https://www.bulimbavet.com/ for general enquiries.
Book by calling the clinic or submitting an enquiry via their website. For urgent issues, it’s best to call to check same‑day availability. If you’re after grooming, the boarding cattery, or rehab/hydrotherapy, book ahead as these services are popular.
Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t government‑regulated and vary by clinic and by your pet’s needs, and Medicare doesn’t cover pets. Call the clinic for their current consult fee, and ask for an itemised written estimate before any procedure. If you have pet insurance, ask about claim options, and note that some owners use payment plans (e.g. VetPay/Afterpay) in general—check directly with the clinic about what they support.
Australian vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap‑and‑go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some can process pet‑insurance gap claims or offer payment plans—call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts on the day.
Yes—Hawthorne Park offers parking about a 5‑minute walk (around 379 m) from the clinic.
They provide canine rehabilitation and hydrotherapy, grooming and salon services, dermatology and allergy management, a boarding cattery for cats, and collaborative care with specialists including post‑procedure monitoring.
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Last updated: 30 June 2026