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151 Denman Ave, Caringbah NSW 2229, Australia
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Owner Review Summary
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the genuinely caring, compassionate team—from reception to vets and nurses—for clear communication, patience and never rushing consultations. Many highlighted strong clinical outcomes in urgent cases, surgeries and ongoing issues, plus excellent follow‑up. The facility is modern, spotless and thoughtfully set up with separate cat and dog areas that help anxious pets, and the puppy school was repeatedly described as well‑structured, kind and highly useful.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive. Minor points raised included one owner unhappy with a dental clean and medication after‑effects, and another noting prices a bit higher than some alternatives. A few mentioned the clinic can book out or be a little hard to spot, though staff often squeeze in urgent cases and provide directions.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Puppy school and behaviour training
- Dentistry and dental extractions
- Soft tissue surgery and urgent wound repair
- Compassionate euthanasia and palliative care (including home visits)
- Cat-friendly care and cattery/boarding
- Dermatology for skin and ear problems
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#clearCommunication#patientStaff#friendlyFrontDesk#notRushed#puppySchool#catFriendly#separateDogCatAreas#modernFacilities#veryClean#sameDayAppointments#emergencyTriage#homeEuthanasia#reasonablePricing#somePriceConcerns#highlyRecommended
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book routine appointments in advance as they can get busy, but call if it’s urgent—they often squeeze in same‑day cases and have opened early for emergencies.
- If your pet is reactive or a nervous cat, let the team know; they use separate dog and cat areas and can accommodate special handling.
- Enroll early for the puppy school with Brooke and Emma as classes are popular and highly regarded.
- For dental work, discuss the treatment plan, risks and after‑care expectations to ensure you’re comfortable with the approach.
- The entrance can be easy to miss—ask reception for directions or landmarks when booking.
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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.
Parking
Officeworks Taren Point Car Park
739m94 Toorak Ave, Taren Point NSW 2229, Australia
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Shire Vet is at 85 Parraweena Rd, Caringbah NSW 2229. It’s about a 22‑minute walk from Caringbah train station (train) or around 27 minutes from Miranda station (train); because it’s a fair walk, driving or catching a bus may be easier—use Google Maps to plan the best route. A nearby option for parking is the Officeworks Taren Point Car Park, roughly a 9‑minute walk away.
They’re open Monday to Friday 8:00am–7:00pm and Saturday 9:00am–4:00pm; closed on Sunday.
You can call (02) 7501 5095 or visit http://theshirevet.com.au/ for more information.
You can book by calling the clinic or using their website to enquire. For routine visits, book ahead as they can get busy; if it’s urgent, call to ask about same‑day availability as they often triage and squeeze in urgent cases.
Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t regulated, there’s no government‑published fee schedule, and Medicare doesn’t cover pets, so consultation costs vary. Call the clinic for a current quote, and for any procedure ask for an itemised written estimate. If your pet needs urgent or after‑hours attention, be aware fees are typically higher. Pet insurance can help with eligible costs, and some clinics offer payment‑plan or gap‑claim options—ask what’s available.
Most Australian vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap‑and‑go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some may support pet‑insurance gap claims or payment plans; call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts.
They provide urgent triage and often fit in same‑day cases during normal hours, and reviews note they’ve opened early for emergencies, but they’re not listed as a 24/7 hospital. Call ahead for advice before you come in; for life‑threatening emergencies outside opening hours, go to a dedicated 24/7 emergency vet.
Yes—Officeworks Taren Point Car Park is about a 9‑minute walk away. If you’re driving, allow a little extra time and use Google Maps to check the best parking option on the day.
They offer puppy school and behaviour training, dentistry and dental extractions, soft tissue surgery and urgent wound repair, compassionate euthanasia and palliative care (including home visits), cat‑friendly care with cattery/boarding, and dermatology for skin and ear problems.
Yes—reviews highlight separate cat and dog areas and a calm, considerate approach for anxious cats. Let the team know your cat’s needs when booking so they can prepare gentle handling and a quieter space.
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Last updated: 22 June 2026