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10 johnson st maffra vic
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the caring, friendly team who listen, explain options clearly and keep them updated, including post‑op and after‑hours calls. Many cited thorough, professional care with good outcomes across emergencies, surgeries and routine visits, and noted how well nervous pets were handled. Reviewers also valued quick appointments, strong after‑hours support, and very clean, welcoming facilities.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with only a few concerns raised. Some owners felt costs could be high, mentioning pricey medications or simple tasks requiring a consult, while a small number reported brusque or upselling interactions. There were isolated serious complaints about misdiagnosis/profit‑over‑care and one equine breeding case involving disease and poor follow‑up communication. A couple of comments mentioned the clinic being busy during expansion or logistical hassles for minor procedures.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- After-hours and emergency care
- Orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery
- Large-animal and equine veterinary work
- Rabbit and small-mammal surgery
- Diagnostic imaging and in-house lab testing
- Wildlife care support
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#thoroughExplanations#clearCommunication#emergencyCare#afterHoursService#timelyAppointments#phoneUpdates#cleanClinic#surgeryExpertise#largeAnimalServices#endOfLifeCompassion#reasonablePricing#someHighCosts#homeVisits#highlyRecommended
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- For urgent issues, call ahead—reviewers were often seen quickly, including after hours and on public holidays.
- If your pet is anxious, ask to wait in a consult room or have history taken outside; staff accommodated this and kept pets calm.
- Request itemised estimates and discuss medication options up front; some owners found meds cheaper elsewhere and noted mixed views on pricing.
- Ask about updates during hospitalisation or surgery—many owners received reassuring phone calls after procedures.
- Enquire about available programs or discounts (e.g., wellness memberships or noted concessions) that may suit your pet’s ongoing care.
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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
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Gippsland Veterinary Hospital is in Maffra, VIC 3860. If you’re driving, street parking is usually available near the clinic—check local signage. There isn’t a train or light‑rail station within easy walking distance, so consider driving or using Google Maps to find the nearest bus route or arrange a lift.
They’re open Mon–Fri 8:00 am–5:30 pm and Sat 8:00 am–12:00 pm; closed Sunday. Hours may change on public holidays, so call ahead to confirm.
Call (03) 5147 1177. You can also find information on their website: https://maffravet.com.au/?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gbp-website
Book by calling the clinic or requesting an appointment via their website: https://maffravet.com.au/?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gbp-website. For urgent or after‑hours cases, please call before travelling.
Consultation fees vary between Australian vet clinics and aren’t government‑regulated, and Medicare doesn’t cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, and ask for an itemised written estimate for any procedures. If you need after‑hours care, fees are typically higher. Pet insurance may help with costs, and some clinics offer gap claims or payment plans—ask what options are available.
Most Australian vets 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 Gippsland Veterinary Hospital accepts on the day.
Yes—Gippsland Veterinary Hospital offers after‑hours and emergency care. If your pet needs urgent help, call first for advice and to let the team prepare; note that after‑hours fees are usually higher.
Yes—street parking is typically available near the clinic. Allow extra time during busier periods and always check local signage for time limits or restrictions.
They provide after‑hours and emergency care; orthopaedic and soft‑tissue surgery; large‑animal and equine veterinary work; rabbit and small‑mammal surgery; diagnostic imaging with in‑house lab testing; and wildlife care support.
They’re highly rated at 4.7 out of 5 from 186 reviews. Owners praise the caring, friendly team, clear explanations and updates, thorough care across emergencies, surgeries and routine visits, quick appointments, strong after‑hours support, and very clean facilities, while some mention higher costs for certain medications or simple tasks needing a consult, occasional brusque or upselling interactions, and isolated concerns about communication or follow‑up.
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Last updated: 10 July 2026