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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 compassionate, highly skilled vets and nurses who handled everything from routine check-ups to complex emergencies and surgeries with excellent outcomes. Communication was a standout, with clear explanations, regular updates (including photos/x‑rays) and attentive follow-up care. Many highlighted the calming, spotless and beautifully designed clinic that reduces pet stress, along with friendly reception and ease of parking and booking.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive and offer virtually no recurring criticisms. Commenters frequently noted being accommodated quickly, even for last‑minute and holiday emergencies, and felt pricing was reasonable; no negative themes emerged. Overall, there were no common concerns raised in this set of reviews.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- BOAS surgery for brachycephalic breeds
- Emergency surgery and critical care
- Dentistry and dental surgery
- Palliative and end-of-life care
- Low-stress handling and anxiety management
- Small mammal (rabbit) care
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- For urgent issues, call ahead—reviewers were often fitted in the same day, even around holidays.
- Use the online booking system for routine visits; several owners reported on-time appointments.
- Parking is available right out the front, making drop-off and pick-up easy.
- If your pet is anxious, mention it when booking—the space and handling are designed to minimise stress.
- Bring your pet insurance details; staff have helped lodge claims for clients.
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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.
Parking
Kingsborough
75m55 Wentworth Ave Garage
297mFrequently Asked Questions
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The Foreshore Vet is at UG 12/1 The Causeway, KINGSTON, ACT 2604, Australia, in the suburb of Kingston. There isn’t a train, metro or light-rail station within easy walking distance, so driving is usually best. Parking is available right out the front, with additional options at Kingsborough (about a 1‑minute walk) and 55 Wentworth Ave Garage (about a 4‑minute walk). If you’re using public transport, check Google Maps for the nearest bus route.
They’re open Monday to Friday 8:00 am–5:30 pm and Saturday 8:00 am–12:30 pm; closed on Sundays.
You can call (02) 6188 4255 or visit http://www.theforeshorevet.com.au/ for more information.
You can book online via their website or call to arrange a time. For urgent issues, call ahead—reviewers often reported being fitted in the same day.
Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t regulated by a government fee schedule and Medicare doesn’t cover pets, so prices vary by clinic and by your pet’s needs. Call the clinic for a current consultation quote, and ask for an itemised written estimate for any procedure. If after‑hours care is offered, fees are typically higher. Pet insurance can help with eligible costs, and some clinics use options like GapOnly claims or payment plans (e.g., VetPay, Afterpay)—ask what’s available.
Australian vets commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap‑and‑go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some may support pet‑insurance gap claims or payment plans—call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts.
The team provides emergency surgery and critical care and reviewers say urgent cases were often accommodated quickly during business hours; for needs outside listed hours, call ahead to confirm availability or seek a 24/7 emergency hospital.
Yes—there’s parking right out the front for easy drop‑off and pick‑up, plus nearby car parks at Kingsborough (~75 m, about 1 min walk) and 55 Wentworth Ave Garage (~297 m, about 4 min walk).
They’re noted for BOAS surgery for brachycephalic breeds, emergency surgery and critical care, dentistry and dental surgery, palliative and end‑of‑life care, low‑stress handling and anxiety management, and small‑mammal (rabbit) care.
Pet owners rate the clinic 5.0/5.0 (89 reviews), praising compassionate, highly skilled vets and nurses, clear communication with updates (photos/x‑rays), excellent surgical outcomes, a spotless, calming clinic, friendly reception, easy parking and booking, and proactive follow‑up.
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