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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the caring, compassionate team and the way vets and nurses take time to explain issues clearly and answer questions. Many noted thorough examinations, gentle handling of anxious dogs and cats, and thoughtful follow-ups. Urgent problems (like chocolate ingestion or a fish hook) were handled promptly, and end-of-life care was described as exceptionally respectful and supportive. A strong base of long-term clients say they wouldn’t go anywhere else.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
A minority reported frustrations with booking and phone waits, including cancelled or delayed appointments and difficulty being seen promptly when pets were unwell. Onsite parking is tight, though parking next door at the shopping centre helps. Several reviewers felt medication prices were markedly higher than online options, and a few mentioned inconsistency between vets, including one dosing error and a serious misdiagnosis. Overall sentiment is very positive, but these issues were the main themes raised.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Compassionate end-of-life and euthanasia care
- Soft-tissue surgery and desexing
- Urgent and same-day care for emergencies
- Low-stress handling for anxious dogs and cats
- Puppy preschool and owner education
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#clearCommunication#thoroughExams#catFriendly#anxiousPetsHandled#emergencyHelp#endOfLifeSupport#followUpCalls#convenientLocation#limitedParking#bookingDelays#schedulingIssues#pricingConcerns#medicationMarkup#longTermClients
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- For easiest access, park next door at the shopping centre as onsite parking is limited and one-way in/out.
- Book ahead for non-urgent visits, and if your pet is unwell ask about day admission or nurse monitoring if appointments are full.
- Discuss medication costs and, if appropriate, request a written script so you can compare prices.
- Let the team know if your pet is anxious or reactive so they can tailor drop-off times, handling and sedation if needed.
- If you prefer a specific vet, request them when booking to ensure continuity and consistency of care.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions
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Kingston Veterinary Hospital is at 32 Lower Dandenong Rd, Mentone VIC 3194, in the suburb of Mentone. There isn’t a train or light-rail station within easy walking distance, so driving or checking Google Maps for a nearby bus route is your best bet. Onsite parking is limited and one-way in/out; street parking is usually available nearby (check signage), and many owners report using the next-door shopping centre car park when spots are tight.
They’re open Monday to Friday 8:00 am–7:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am–2:00 pm; they’re closed on Sundays. Hours can change around public holidays, so call ahead to confirm before you visit.
You can call Kingston Veterinary Hospital on (03) 9584 7500 or visit their website at https://kingstonvet.com.au/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb for more information.
To book, call the clinic to arrange a suitable time, or visit their website to check current appointment options. For non-urgent visits, book ahead; if your pet is unwell, ask about same-day availability or day admission. If you prefer a specific vet, request them when booking to help with continuity of care.
Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t regulated and vary by clinic and by the care your pet needs, so it’s best to call the clinic for a current consultation quote. For procedures, ask for an itemised written estimate so you understand what’s included. Pet insurance can help with unexpected costs, and some clinics use payment options like GapOnly, Afterpay or VetPay—ask what’s available to you.
Most Australian vets commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap-and-go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some offer pet-insurance gap claiming or payment plans—call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts on the day.
They provide urgent and same-day care for emergencies during opening hours; call to discuss your pet’s condition and the quickest way to be seen. For care outside their listed hours, call first for advice—staff may direct you to a 24/7 emergency hospital if needed.
Available services highlighted by pet owners include compassionate end-of-life and euthanasia care, soft-tissue surgery and desexing, urgent/same-day help for emergencies, low-stress handling for anxious dogs and cats, and puppy preschool with owner education.
Pet owners rate the clinic 4.7 out of 5.0 from 301 reviews, praising caring, compassionate staff, clear explanations, thorough exams, gentle handling of anxious pets, prompt help with urgent issues, and respectful end-of-life support. Common suggestions include improving booking availability and phone wait times, noting tight onsite parking, concerns about medication prices versus online options, and a few reports of inconsistency between vets.
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