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1 maroondah hwy ringwood vic 3134
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the friendly, compassionate team and the vets’ thorough examinations with clear explanations and treatment options. Many noted gentle, fear-reducing handling for anxious pets and a cat-friendly setup that helps pets settle. People also highlighted prompt help for urgent issues, easy bookings, and long-term trust, with several saying their pets love visiting. Puppy school was repeatedly called out as practical, welcoming and highly beneficial for training and socialisation.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive. The few concerns mentioned included one report of an appointment being cancelled without notice and a perception of high costs with multiple visits before action in that case. Aside from this isolated experience, most comments described fair or reasonable pricing and smooth scheduling.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Puppy school and behaviour foundations
- Anxiety-aware handling and behaviour advice
- Cat-friendly care (including a dedicated cat consult room)
- Emergency and urgent fit-ins
- End-of-life and euthanasia support
- Dermatology and ear/skin issues
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#thoroughExams#clearCommunication#patientEducation#anxietyAwareHandling#catFriendly#puppySchool#emergencyFitIns#fairPricing#upfrontQuotes#easyBooking#convenientLocation#easyParking#longTermClients
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book online or call ahead—reviews suggest they often fit in urgent or same-day cases if you explain the situation.
- If your pet is anxious, let the team know; they use gentle, fear-reducing handling and have a dedicated cat consulting room.
- Consider enrolling in the clinic’s puppy school early to build solid training foundations and a positive association with vet visits.
- Ask for treatment options and a cost breakdown upfront; clients report clear explanations and transparent pricing.
- Use the on-site parking and arrive a little early to help nervous pets settle before their consult.
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Acne-Cats
Acne-Dogs
Acral Lick Dermatitis
Alopecia, Noninflammatory-Dogs
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Anal Sac Disorders
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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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Ringwood Emergency Vet Centre is at 8 Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood VIC 3134. The easiest way to get there is to drive; street parking is typically available nearby—check local signage. If you’re using public transport, use Google Maps to find the nearest bus route, as there isn’t a train or light-rail station within easy walking distance.
They’re open Monday–Wednesday 8:00 am–7:00 pm, Thursday 8:00 am–6:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am–7:00 pm, and Saturday 9:00 am–3:00 pm; closed Sundays. Hours may vary on public holidays—call ahead to confirm.
You can contact Ringwood Emergency Vet Centre on (03) 9870 6440 and via their website at http://www.rvc.com.au/.
You can book online via their website or call the clinic to arrange an appointment. Reviews suggest they can often fit in urgent or same-day cases if you explain the situation.
Consultation fees in Australia aren’t government-regulated and vary by clinic, and Medicare does not cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, and for any procedure ask for an itemised written estimate. If you need after-hours or emergency care, fees are typically higher. Pet insurance may help with eligible costs, and some clinics offer gap claims or payment plans—ask what options are available.
Most Australian vet clinics accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap-and-go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some may support pet-insurance gap claims or payment plans. Payment options vary by clinic, so call ahead to confirm what’s accepted at Ringwood Emergency Vet Centre.
They offer emergency and urgent fit-ins during opening hours. For after-hours emergencies, call ahead to check availability or seek a 24/7 emergency hospital if they’re closed.
Street parking is typically available near the clinic on and around Maroondah Hwy—please check local signage and time limits. No nearby paid car park was identified.
Services highlighted by reviewers include puppy school and behaviour foundations, anxiety-aware handling with behaviour advice, cat-friendly care (including a dedicated cat consult room), emergency/urgent fit-ins, end-of-life and euthanasia support, and help with dermatology and ear/skin issues.
Pet owners rate Ringwood Emergency Vet Centre 4.9/5.0 from 396 reviews. Feedback praises the friendly, compassionate team, thorough exams with clear explanations, gentle handling for anxious pets, a cat-friendly setup, prompt help for urgent issues, easy bookings and a well-regarded puppy school, with only rare mentions of a cancelled appointment and perceived higher costs in one case.
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Last updated: 10 July 2026