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Cnr Bowman Road & West Tce, Caloundra QLD 4551
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the team’s caring, friendly manner and clear communication, with vets and nurses taking time to explain treatments and provide handouts. Many mentioned accurate diagnoses, successful procedures (including dentals and cruciate surgery), and gentle handling that kept even anxious pets relaxed with treats and cuddles. Reviewers also highlighted how readily the clinic accommodates urgent or same‑day appointments, including weekends and even a public holiday. Several noted reasonable costs and that the clinic doesn’t oversell.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive. A few owners noted slightly higher prices than their previous vet, and there were isolated complaints about a poor front‑desk experience and a confusing euthanasia process for a bird, plus one report of being refused wildlife milk substitute after a long wait. One reviewer wished a preferred vet were available more often. Otherwise, concerns were rare and minor.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Cruciate ligament and orthopaedic surgery
- Dentistry and dental procedures
- Compassionate euthanasia and end‑of‑life care
- Breed‑specific care (greyhounds, bulldogs, large breeds)
- Same‑day urgent appointments and triage
- Small pet care (guinea pigs and rats)
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#compassionateCare#clearCommunication#friendlyStaff#gentleWithAnxiousPets#thoroughExams#surgicalExpertise#urgentSameDayAppointments#griefSupport#reasonablePricing#breedSpecificKnowledge#followUpCare#easyOnlineBooking#welcomingEnvironment#knowledgeableVets#longTermClients#treatsAndCuddles
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Use the online booking system—many reviewers found it easy to secure prompt or even same‑day appointments.
- If your pet is nervous, let the team know; they use treats, cuddles and gentle handling to keep animals calm.
- For surgeries or dentals, expect clear pre‑ and post‑op instructions and follow‑up checks—ask for printed handouts.
- If you prefer a specific vet, book ahead as some clinicians may not be available every day.
- For urgent issues, call first—the clinic often fits pets in quickly, including on weekends and public holidays.
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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.
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194mGolden Beach QLD 4551, Australia
Frequently Asked Questions
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SuncoastVet Caloundra is at 1/6 Park Place, Caloundra QLD 4551. Driving is usually easiest as there’s no nearby train, metro or light-rail within easy walking distance; there’s a public car park about a 2‑minute walk (approx. 194 m) away, and you can also check Google Maps for the best local bus route.
They’re open Monday to Friday 8:30 am–5:30 pm and Saturday 8:30 am–12:00 pm; Sunday closed.
You can call (07) 5492 7997, visit http://www.suncoastvet.com.au/, or drop in during opening hours at the clinic address. For urgent concerns, please call first.
You can book online via http://www.suncoastvet.com.au/ or call during opening hours. For urgent issues, call ahead as the team often fits pets in the same day, including weekends and public holidays according to reviews.
Consultation fees in Australia aren’t regulated and vary by clinic, so please call the clinic for their current consult price. Medicare does not cover pets. For any procedure or surgery, ask for an itemised written estimate. If you need after‑hours or emergency care, fees are typically higher. Pet insurance and third‑party payment plans may help with costs; check your policy and ask the clinic what options they accept.
Most Australian vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap‑and‑go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some support pet‑insurance gap claims or payment plans (e.g. VetPay, Afterpay, GapOnly). Call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts on the day.
The clinic is known for accommodating urgent or same‑day appointments during opening hours, but no after‑hours schedule is listed. For emergencies outside these times, call ahead to check availability or go to the nearest 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital.
Yes—there’s a public car park about a 2‑minute walk (approx. 194 m) from the clinic, and local street parking may also be available. Allow extra time during busy periods.
Based on reviews and clinic information, services include cruciate ligament and orthopaedic surgery, dentistry and dental procedures, compassionate euthanasia and end‑of‑life care, breed‑specific care for greyhounds, bulldogs and large breeds, same‑day urgent appointments and triage, and small pet care for guinea pigs and rats.
Pet owners rate the clinic 4.9/5.0 from 126 reviews, praising caring, friendly staff, clear communication, gentle handling for anxious pets, accurate diagnoses, successful procedures and reasonable pricing. Occasional feedback mentioned slightly higher prices than some previous vets, a rare front‑desk issue, and an isolated concern about a bird euthanasia process, but overall sentiment is strongly positive.
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Last updated: 30 June 2026