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Owner Review Summary
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the vets and nurses for being genuinely caring, patient and skilled, with thorough exams and clear, honest advice. Many cited prompt help in emergencies and easy-to-get appointments (often within the week), along with fair, reasonable pricing and no pressure to over‑service. The clinic’s calm, welcoming feel helped anxious pets settle, and several equine owners highlighted excellent field care.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Critical feedback was rare, but a few reviewers reported operational hiccups such as a long wait beyond the booked time and being told late in the day that a needed medication wasn’t in stock. One owner felt post‑vaccination monitoring should have been offered; their cat later suffered a severe reaction that was treated at another clinic. Another brief comment simply noted the visit wasn’t what they expected, and one reviewer mentioned Saturday hours ending at midday.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Equine medicine and on-farm emergencies
- Dog dentistry and dental cleaning
- Emergency and urgent care
- Sighthound-safe anaesthesia protocols
- Fear-free handling for anxious or reactive pets
- General surgery and procedures
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Call if your pet needs urgent care; reviewers often got same-day or very prompt appointments, including some Saturdays.
- If your dog is a sighthound, mention it so the team can apply breed‑appropriate anaesthesia protocols.
- Let staff know if your pet is anxious or reactive; they use gentle handling and can adapt the visit to reduce stress.
- After vaccinations, consider waiting 10–15 minutes on site to monitor for rare reactions.
- If you require a specific medication, phone ahead to confirm stock and allow a little extra time in case appointments run over.
Other areas this clinic treats
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Conditions commonly treated here
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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats
Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs
Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy
Breeding, Timing
Cryptorchidism
Eclampsia
Contact
Opening Hours
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| 08:15〜13:00 | |||||||
| 08:15〜18:00 |
Hours notice
Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Parking
Jamison Centre - East Carpark
139mPark and Ride
233mJamison Centre - South Carpark
278mEv charger Engie
296mJamison Centre Parking
315mFrequently Asked Questions
Here are the questions pet owners ask most often — tap a question to read the full answer. For other concerns, please consult a licensed veterinarian.
Jamison Veterinary Hospital is at 5-7 Lawry Place, MACQUARIE, ACT 2614, Australia. It’s in the suburb of Macquarie in Canberra. There isn’t a train or light-rail station within easy walking distance, so driving is usually best; nearby parking includes Jamison Centre - East Carpark (about a 2‑minute walk), Park and Ride (about a 3‑minute walk, 24h), and Jamison Centre - South Carpark (about a 3‑minute walk). If you’re using public transport, check Google Maps for the closest bus route and stop.
They’re open Monday to Friday 8:15 am – 6:00 pm and Saturday 8:15 am – 1:00 pm; closed on Sundays. If you’re visiting near closing time (especially Saturdays), call ahead to confirm availability.
You can contact Jamison Veterinary Hospital on (02) 6253 1810. For more information, visit https://jamisonvet.com/.
Book by calling the clinic to schedule a time that suits you. Reviews mention appointments are often available promptly (sometimes same‑day, including some Saturdays) for urgent needs—call to enquire.
Veterinary consultation fees in Australia aren’t government‑regulated and vary by clinic and case, and Medicare doesn’t cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, and ask for an itemised written estimate for any procedure or surgery. If after‑hours care is offered or you’re referred for emergencies, be aware those fees are typically higher. Pet insurance and payment‑plan options are common in Australia; check what’s accepted for your policy and situation.
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 (e.g., GapOnly, VetPay, Afterpay). Please call ahead to confirm what this clinic currently accepts.
They provide emergency and urgent care, with reviewers noting prompt help for urgent cases. For after‑hours availability and advice on what to do if the clinic is closed, call to be guided on the best next steps; you may be directed to a 24/7 emergency service if needed.
Yes—nearby options include Jamison Centre - East Carpark (about a 2‑minute walk, ~139 m), Park and Ride (about a 3‑minute walk, ~233 m, 24h), and Jamison Centre - South Carpark (about a 3‑minute walk, ~278 m).
The clinic offers equine medicine and on‑farm emergencies, dog dentistry and dental cleaning, emergency and urgent care, sighthound‑safe anaesthesia protocols, fear‑free handling for anxious or reactive pets, and general surgery and procedures.
Pet owners rate the clinic 4.8 out of 5.0 from 64 reviews. Satisfaction scores highlight medical expertise (93%), service attitude (95%), convenience (82%), pricing (100%), cleanliness (100%) and recommendability (100%). Reviewers praise caring, patient vets and nurses, thorough exams, clear advice, fair pricing and a calm environment; a few noted occasional long waits, late notice of medication stock issues, and one concern about post‑vaccination monitoring. Several equine owners also commended excellent field care.
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