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Owner Review Summary
Distilled from Google reviews — see what pet owners actually say
👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the incredibly caring, friendly team who take time, explain clearly, and show real compassion, including during difficult end‑of‑life visits. Many noted excellent outcomes from procedures and surgeries, careful anaesthetic management, and vets who read complex histories and give sound preventative advice. Staff are patient with anxious dogs (even getting on the floor to examine them), the clinic is described as clean, and several long‑term clients say they wouldn’t go anywhere else.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive. A couple of comments touched on pricing, with one person describing it as expensive while another felt it was well priced. One reviewer expressed dissatisfaction after an invasive paw procedure, though details were not fully clear. There was little direct feedback about appointment availability or wait times.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Soft-tissue surgery and follow-up care
- Dentistry and dental cleaning
- Preventive health and vaccinations
- End-of-life and euthanasia support
- Fear-free handling for anxious dogs
- Wildlife and exotic pet first aid
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- If your pet is anxious or fearful, let the team know—they’re happy to work at your pet’s pace and even examine dogs on the floor.
- Bring your pet’s medical history; reviewers noted the vets read it carefully and tailor anaesthetic and treatment plans.
- For procedures (e.g., dentistry or surgery), ask for a detailed plan and quote to align expectations on costs and aftercare.
- They can assist with injured wildlife and exotics (e.g., lizards or native birds); call ahead for guidance before bringing them in.
- The clinic is easy to find on the main Gymea Road; plan your trip accordingly.
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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.
Parking
Gymea Station Bike Rack
74mFrequently Asked Questions
Here are the questions pet owners ask most often — tap a question to read the full answer. For other concerns, please consult a licensed veterinarian.
Southside Animal Hospital - Gymea is at 73 Gymea Bay Rd, Gymea NSW 2227, about a 1‑minute walk from Gymea train station. Kirrawee train station is roughly a 15‑minute walk. If you’re cycling, the Gymea Station Bike Rack is around 1 minute away; if driving, check local parking signs near Gymea Bay Rd.
They’re open Monday 8am–6pm and Tuesday–Friday 8am–7pm. Hours may change on public holidays—call ahead or check the clinic’s website for any updates.
You can call (02) 9523 5500, or visit http://www.southsideanimalhospital.com.au/ for more information.
To book, please call the clinic; you can also visit their website for clinic information and updates. If your pet is anxious, mention this when booking so the team can plan fear‑free handling.
Veterinary consultation fees in Australia aren’t government‑regulated and vary by clinic and by case. For the current consultation fee at Southside Animal Hospital - Gymea, please call to enquire, and ask for an itemised written estimate for any recommended procedures. If you have pet insurance, ask how claims are handled and whether any payment‑plan options are available.
Commonly accepted methods at Australian vet clinics include EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap‑and‑go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some also handle pet‑insurance gap claims or offer payment plans—please call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts.
They offer soft‑tissue surgery with follow‑up care, dentistry and dental cleaning, preventive health and vaccinations, end‑of‑life and euthanasia support, fear‑free handling for anxious dogs, and first aid for wildlife and exotic pets.
Yes—Southside Animal Hospital - Gymea can assist with injured wildlife and some exotic pets (e.g., lizards or native birds); call ahead for guidance before bringing them in.
A Gymea Station Bike Rack is about a 1‑minute walk for cyclists. For drivers, local street parking may be available—please check signage around Gymea Bay Rd and nearby streets.
Pet owners rate it 4.9/5 (59 reviews), praising the caring, friendly team, clear communication and a clean clinic. Reviews highlight patient handling of anxious dogs (even examining them on the floor), thoughtful anaesthetic management, sound preventative advice and good surgical outcomes; a few comments differed on pricing, with some finding it expensive and others fair.
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