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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the team’s caring, compassionate manner and the way vets and nurses take time to explain diagnoses, options and aftercare. Many noted thorough exams, accurate diagnoses and good outcomes from procedures (including dental work and surgeries), plus considerate follow‑ups. Reviewers also highlighted how the clinic often fits in urgent cases, handles anxious pets gently, is transparent about costs and keeps the facilities spotless.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive; only a few noted concerns. A small number of owners were distressed when the clinic couldn’t see their pet urgently and felt turned away at busy times, and one reviewer felt an enquiry was poorly handled. Another was confused about an injection given during a visit. Clearer upfront communication around triage capacity and brief explanations of procedures could help avoid misunderstandings.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Dentistry and dental extractions
- Emergency and urgent care
- Senior pet and end-of-life care
- Breed-specific greyhound anaesthesia and care
- Small mammal (guinea pig) medicine
- General surgery and desexing
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#thoroughExplanations#clearCommunication#followUpCalls#emergencyFitIns#anxiousPetHandling#transparentPricing#treatmentOptionsExplained#cleanFacilities#onTimeAppointments#longTermLoyalty#breedSpecificKnowledge#respectfulPricing#gentleHandling
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- For urgent or after-hours concerns, call ahead to confirm triage capacity and whether they can see your pet immediately.
- If your pet has cough or potentially contagious symptoms, be prepared for curbside or car-based assessment as a precaution.
- Bring your pet insurance details—staff have helped process gap-only claims for some owners.
- Ask for an estimate and treatment options; reviewers found pricing transparent and sometimes final costs came in under estimate.
- Let the team know if your pet is anxious—they use treats and a low-stress approach to make visits easier.
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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats
Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs
Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy
Breeding, Timing
Cryptorchidism
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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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Lara Station
58mHicks St, Lara VIC 3212, Australia
Frequently Asked Questions
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Lara Pet Hospital is at 14 Hicks St, Lara VIC 3212. As there’s no train/metro/light-rail station within walking distance in this rail‑sparse outer suburb, driving is usually easiest. Street parking is typically available near the clinic—check local signage for any time limits. If you’re using public transport, check Google Maps for the nearest bus route and walking directions.
They’re open Monday to Friday 8:00 am–6:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am–1:00 pm; closed on Sundays. Hours can change, so call ahead to confirm if you’re planning a visit around public holidays.
You can call (03) 5282 6080 or visit http://www.larapethospital.com.au/ for more information.
To book, call the clinic or visit their website to request an appointment. For urgent concerns, call ahead to confirm current triage capacity, and if your pet has cough or potentially contagious symptoms, be prepared for a curbside or car‑based assessment.
Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t government‑regulated and Medicare doesn’t cover pets, so consultation prices vary by clinic. Call the clinic for their current consult fee, and for any procedure ask for an itemised written estimate. If your pet needs after‑hours or emergency care, be aware fees are typically higher. Consider pet insurance and ask about any payment‑plan options that may help with costs.
Most Australian vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap‑and‑go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some offer pet‑insurance gap claims or payment plans—call ahead to confirm what’s available at this clinic.
They provide emergency and urgent care and often fit in urgent cases during opening hours; for after‑hours concerns, call ahead to confirm if they can see your pet immediately or to be directed appropriately.
Yes—street parking is typically available near the clinic; please check local signage and time limits before you park.
Lara Pet Hospital’s noted services include dentistry and dental extractions, general surgery and desexing, emergency and urgent care, senior pet and end‑of‑life care, breed‑specific greyhound anaesthesia and care, and small mammal (guinea pig) medicine.
Pet owners rate it highly at 4.9/5.0 from 234 reviews, praising compassionate care, thorough explanations, gentle handling of anxious pets, transparent pricing, and clean facilities. A few reviewers mentioned disappointment when the clinic couldn’t see a pet urgently at busy times, and occasional confusion about procedures—calling ahead to check triage capacity and asking for brief explanations can help.
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Last updated: 10 July 2026