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213 Bexley Rd, Earlwood NSW 2206, Australia
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Vet Central Animal Hospital
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the vet’s thorough, knowledgeable approach and clear explanations, often noting transparent, honest advice without upselling. Many cited excellent outcomes from surgeries and dental procedures, careful chronic condition management, and gentle, compassionate handling that put nervous or elderly pets at ease. The nursing and reception team were frequently described as friendly, supportive and professional, with several long‑term clients saying they would not go anywhere else. Same‑day appointments and low‑crowd visits were also mentioned as positives.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
A minority of reviewers reported negative interactions, describing the vet as abrupt or defensive and, in one case, rough during shaving. A few said they were turned away without an appointment or when the vet was unavailable, and some were frustrated by how strays were handled, with the clinic scanning chips but not keeping animals. There were isolated concerns about medical decisions and outcomes, including a serious postoperative complaint and a case where the vet seemed uncertain, as well as one mention of frequent rechecks increasing costs. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, but clearer expectations around walk‑ins/strays and consistently empathetic communication would address most concerns.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Soft‑tissue surgery and tumour removal
- Dentistry and dental surgery
- Chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes)
- Desexing and microchipping
- Complex diagnostics and second opinions
- Small mammal care (rabbits)
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book ahead and confirm the vet is available; several reviewers said walk‑ins were turned away when the vet wasn’t in.
- If you find a stray, call council or a shelter first; the clinic can scan for a microchip but may not be able to hold or treat strays.
- Bring questions—reviews note the vet explains options clearly and is transparent about treatment plans.
- Ask for an estimate and recheck schedule if your pet needs ongoing medication, as periodic reviews may be required.
- For dental or surgical procedures, discuss aftercare and timelines—many owners reported smooth recoveries with good communication.
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Opening Hours
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| 09:00〜19:00 |
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Hours notice
Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Parking
Coles Loading Dock
137m7 Clarke St, Earlwood NSW 2206, Australia
Car Park
361m277 Homer St, Earlwood NSW 2206, Australia
Frequently Asked Questions
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Vet Central Animal Hospital is at 379 Homer St, Earlwood NSW 2206. It’s about a 6‑minute walk from Bardwell Park train station and around 19 minutes on foot from Turrella train station. If you’re driving, nearby parking includes the Coles Loading Dock (about 2 minutes’ walk) and a 24‑hour Car Park (about 5 minutes’ walk).
They’re open Monday to Friday 9:00 am–7:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am–1:00 pm, and closed on Sunday.
You can contact Vet Central Animal Hospital on (02) 9784 0400. For more information, visit http://www.vetcentral.net.au/.
Call the clinic or visit their website to enquire and secure an appointment, and book ahead to confirm the vet is available as reviewers noted walk‑ins may be turned away when the vet isn’t in; same‑day spots may be possible subject to availability.
Consultation fees in Australia aren’t government‑regulated and vary by clinic, and Medicare doesn’t cover pets. For the current consult fee, call the clinic directly. If your pet needs a procedure, ask for an itemised written estimate. If you have pet insurance, ask about claiming options; some clinics offer GapOnly or payment plans like VetPay or Afterpay—enquire what’s available.
Australian vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap‑and‑go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some offer pet‑insurance gap claims or payment plans—call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts.
Services highlighted include soft‑tissue surgery and tumour removal, dentistry and dental surgery, chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes), desexing and microchipping, complex diagnostics and second opinions, and small mammal care (rabbits).
Yes—according to their listed services they see small mammals such as rabbits; call ahead to confirm care for your specific species and what services are offered.
Yes. The Coles Loading Dock is about a 2‑minute walk away, and there’s a 24‑hour Car Park about 5 minutes’ walk from the clinic.
The clinic is rated 4.5/5.0 from 147 reviews, with praise for thorough, knowledgeable care, clear explanations without upselling, successful surgeries and dental work, gentle handling of nervous or elderly pets, and friendly, professional staff; feedback suggests booking ahead (walk‑ins may be turned away) and clearer communication around stray handling and expectations.
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Last updated: 22 June 2026