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Owner Review Summary
Distilled from Google reviews — see what pet owners actually say
👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners frequently praised the kind, professional vets and nurses who explain treatment clearly and check in after visits. Many cited excellent surgical outcomes (including cruciate repairs and lump removals), swift admission in emergencies, and even life‑saving care for cats and dogs. Equine clients highlighted prompt responses, thorough imaging and follow‑up. Reviewers also appreciated the team’s compassion during end‑of‑life visits, their ability to fit in urgent cases (even for non‑regulars), and gentle handling of anxious pets.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are mostly positive, but a minority reported concerns about communication and bedside manner, including perceived rudeness, limited follow‑up, or long stays without updates. A few cited after‑hours limitations (e.g., being unable to help due to distance or close to closing time) and noted that 24‑hour observation isn’t available locally. Pricing feedback was mixed: while several felt fees were fair or cheaper than elsewhere, others felt medication costs were high compared with other clinics. There was also an instance where a horse owner said results weren’t released to them, and one serious allegation of poor management leading to a fatal outcome.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Orthopaedic cruciate ligament surgery
- Equine emergencies and imaging (x-ray and ultrasound)
- Emergency stabilisation and critical care
- Soft tissue and foreign body surgery
- Compassionate euthanasia and house calls
- Cushing's disease diagnosis
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- For urgent issues, call ahead—this clinic often fits pets in quickly, but procedures close to closing time may be deferred; for after‑hours or 24‑hour monitoring you may need an emergency centre.
- Ask the vet to outline the plan and timing of updates, and request copies of test results or images for your records.
- Discuss costs upfront, including medication pricing and any lower‑cost alternatives if you’re budget‑conscious.
- Let staff know if your pet is anxious so they can use gentle handling and make the visit easier.
- For horses, confirm how results will be shared and ensure your authorisation and contact details are up to date.
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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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Hours notice
Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Frequently 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.
Yarra Ranges Animal Hospital is at 484 Maroondah Hwy, Lilydale VIC 3140. There isn’t a train or light-rail station within walking distance, so driving is usually easiest; street parking is typically available nearby—please check local signage. If you’re using public transport, check Google Maps for the nearest bus route and walking directions.
Opening hours are Monday–Thursday 8:00 am–7:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am–6:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am–1:00 pm, and Sunday closed.
You can contact Yarra Ranges Animal Hospital by phone on (03) 9739 5244. For general information, visit https://www.yarrarangesvet.com.au/.
Call the clinic during opening hours to book an appointment. For urgent concerns, call ahead so the team can advise you, and you can also check the clinic’s website for current information.
Consultation fees vary by clinic in Australia and aren’t regulated by a government fee schedule, and Medicare doesn’t cover pets. For a current quote, please call the clinic and ask for an itemised written estimate for any procedure or surgery. After-hours fees are typically higher. If you have pet insurance or are considering payment options (e.g., common payment plans or gap claims), ask the clinic what they can accommodate.
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.
The clinic is experienced with urgent cases, providing emergency stabilisation and critical care (including equine emergencies) during opening hours. For after-hours emergencies or if your pet needs 24-hour monitoring, you may be directed to a dedicated emergency centre—call the clinic for guidance.
Yes—street parking is usually available near the clinic on Maroondah Hwy and surrounding streets; always check local parking signs and time limits.
Yarra Ranges Animal Hospital provides orthopaedic cruciate ligament surgery, soft tissue and foreign body surgery, emergency stabilisation and critical care, equine emergencies with x-ray and ultrasound imaging, compassionate euthanasia and house calls, and diagnosis/management of Cushing’s disease.
Pet owners rate the clinic 4.3 out of 5.0 (50 reviews). Reviewers praise kind, professional vets and nurses who explain treatment clearly and follow up after visits, excellent surgical outcomes (including cruciate repairs and lump removals), prompt responses in equine cases with thorough imaging, swift admission in emergencies and compassionate end-of-life care, and gentle handling of anxious pets. Some feedback mentions communication or bedside-manner concerns, limited follow-up or long stays without updates, after-hours limitations and no local 24-hour observation, mixed pricing (especially medication costs), an instance of results not shared with a horse owner, and one serious allegation about management.
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