4.3
89 reviews
1 Anzac Rd, Tuggerah NSW 2259, Australia
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Small Animal Specialist Hospital Central Coast
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the compassionate, professional team and how clearly they explained options while keeping families updated with frequent calls, messages and even photos. Many credit the vets and nurses with rapid triage and truly life‑saving care across emergencies and complex cases, alongside skilled surgeons and specialists. The facilities are modern, clean and comfortable, with thoughtful touches like separate cat areas that help during stressful visits.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, though a minority raised concerns about high costs and, in a few cases, feeling pressured by estimates or that finances limited care. Some reported longer waits during busy emergency periods, and a small number felt communication or empathy fell short or cited an instance of misdiagnosis. Clearer upfront discussion of pricing, alternatives and expected wait times would address most of these concerns.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Emergency and critical care
- Orthopaedic surgery (cruciate/knee/hip)
- Oncology and cancer care
- Cardiology and heart care
- Ophthalmology and eye surgery
- Dermatology and allergy management
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#clearCommunication#frequentUpdates#skilledSurgeons#lifeSavingTreatment#triageEfficiency#open24x7#modernFacilities#catFriendlyAreas#cleanClinic#transparentQuotes#expensiveCosts#longWaits#endOfLifeSupport#insuranceHelp#friendlyStaff
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Call ahead if you’re unsure whether to come in—nurses can triage by phone and on arrival to guide next steps.
- Ask for written estimates and discuss alternatives early; reviewers valued clear costings and transparency.
- Expect possible waits during peak emergencies, but staff provide updates—bring anything you need to stay comfortable.
- If your pet has prior test results or referral notes, bring or send them in advance to speed assessment.
- For cats or anxious pets, request the dedicated cat area or a quieter booth in the waiting room.
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Hours notice
Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Parking
Securabike
533m18 Reliance Dr, Tuggerah NSW 2259, Australia
Public schools Carpark
686m94 Chittaway Rd, Chittaway Bay NSW 2261, Australia
Frequently Asked Questions
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Small Animal Specialist Hospital Central Coast is at 2 Bounty Cl, Tuggerah NSW 2259. It’s about a 20-minute walk from Tuggerah train station (train); if you’d prefer not to walk, consider driving or a local bus via Google Maps. Nearby parking options include Securabike (about a 7-minute walk) and Public schools Carpark (about a 9-minute walk).
They are open 24/7, with emergency and critical care available around the clock. Specialist consultations are scheduled—please call to confirm availability.
Call (02) 4311 1311 or visit https://sashvets.com/locations/central-coast-vet/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb. In an emergency, please call first before coming in.
To book, call the clinic and they’ll advise the next available appointment; for emergencies you can attend 24/7, but it’s best to call ahead. If you have prior test results or referral notes, bring or send them in advance to speed assessment.
Consultation fees vary because veterinary pricing isn’t regulated in Australia and Medicare doesn’t cover pets. Please call the clinic for a current quote, and ask for an itemised written estimate for any procedure; after-hours and emergency visits typically attract higher fees. If you have pet insurance, check your cover—some clinics can process gap claims or offer payment plans, but availability varies.
Commonly accepted methods at Australian vet clinics include EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap-and-go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some clinics support pet-insurance gap claims or payment plans. Please call ahead to confirm what’s accepted at this clinic.
Yes—emergency and critical care are available 24/7. If it’s safe to do so, call ahead so the team can triage and prepare; during busy emergency periods there may be waits, and staff provide updates.
Yes—nearby car parks include Securabike (about a 7-minute walk) and Public schools Carpark (about a 9-minute walk). Use Google Maps for the best current options and call the clinic for accessibility advice.
The hospital provides emergency and critical care; orthopaedic surgery (cruciate/knee/hip); oncology and cancer care; cardiology and heart care; ophthalmology and eye surgery; and dermatology and allergy management.
SASH Central Coast is highly reviewed, with a 4.7/5.0 rating from 1,122 reviews. Owners praise the compassionate, professional team, clear communication with frequent updates, skilled surgeons and specialists, and modern, clean facilities with thoughtful cat areas. Some mention higher costs and occasional long waits during busy emergency periods, and would like clearer upfront pricing and expected wait times.
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Last updated: 22 June 2026