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283 285 milleara rd avondale heights vic 3034
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the vets’ knowledge and thorough, gentle care, with many reporting excellent outcomes from surgeries (lump/eyelid removals, knee surgery, dental extractions) and management of chronic issues like allergies, ears and eyes. Staff and nurses are described as friendly, compassionate and communicative, offering clear explanations and helpful follow‑ups. Booking is often easy, urgent appointments were accommodated for some, and several reviewers noted good parking and reasonable fees.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but a few concerns appeared. Some owners felt costs or medications were expensive, though others called pricing fair, and one reviewer noted the team helped find cheaper medication options; one detailed fee breakdown felt very high. There were occasional admin issues (e.g., medication label/dose recording) and isolated reports of brusque or unhelpful service, including difficulty with larger/reactive dogs and being told to go elsewhere when the clinic was busy. One serious allegation about a medication error was reported, and one reviewer mentioned the lack of an email contact.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Dentistry and dental extractions
- Soft tissue surgery and lump removals
- Orthopaedic knee surgery
- Allergy and dermatology management
- Ophthalmology and eye care
- Senior and end-of-life care
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#caringNurses#thoroughExams#clearCommunication#followUpCalls#experiencedVets#successfulSurgeries#reasonablePricing#pricingConcerns#goodAvailability#easyParking#catFriendly#seniorPetCare#handlingReactiveDogsIssues#adminErrorsOccasional
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Call ahead for urgent or weekend needs as they can book out; several owners still secured same‑day or short‑notice appointments.
- Ask for itemised estimates and discuss medication options or sourcing to help manage costs.
- If your dog is large or reactive, flag this at booking so the team can plan appropriate handling and minimise stress.
- Bring your pet’s history and a clear list of symptoms—vets here are thorough and take time to explain options.
- Use the onsite parking and phone to book; if you prefer email, note that phone contact seems primary per reviews.
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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
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Opening Hours
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Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Avondale Heights Veterinary Hospital is in Avondale Heights, VIC 3034. As there’s no train or light rail within easy walking distance, driving is usually the simplest option; reviewers note onsite parking, and there’s also local street parking (check signage). Alternatively, use Google Maps to find the nearest bus route.
They’re open Monday to Friday 8:00 am–6:30 pm and Saturday 9:00 am–12:00 pm, and closed on Sundays. Hours can change, so call ahead to confirm.
You can reach the clinic on (03) 9331 1331. For more information, visit https://www.avondaleheightsvet.com.au/.
To book, call the clinic to arrange an appointment. Same‑day or urgent slots may be possible, and for weekends it’s best to call ahead as they can book out.
Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t government‑regulated and vary by clinic and the care your pet needs, so please call the clinic for a current quote. For any procedures, ask for an itemised written estimate. If you have pet insurance or are considering payment options (e.g., payment plans or gap claims), check what’s available when you book.
Most Australian vets commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap‑and‑go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some offer pet‑insurance gap claims or payment plans; please call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts.
Yes—reviewers mention onsite parking, and there is also local street parking in Avondale Heights; please check signage and time limits.
The clinic is noted for dentistry (including dental extractions), soft tissue surgery and lump removals, orthopaedic knee surgery, allergy and dermatology management, ophthalmology and eye care, and senior and end‑of‑life care.
Yes—reviews describe the clinic as cat‑friendly, with gentle, thorough handling. If your cat is anxious, you can call ahead to ask about quieter times.
Pet owners rate the clinic 4.6/5 from 111 reviews, praising knowledgeable vets, gentle care, successful surgeries and helpful follow‑ups, with many noting friendly staff and reasonable fees. Some feedback mentions occasional admin issues and concerns about certain costs or medications, though others found pricing fair and appreciated help sourcing affordable options.
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Last updated: 10 July 2026