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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 vets’ experience, clear advice and strong clinical outcomes, including swift emergency care, accurate diagnoses and treatments that resolved long‑standing problems. Many describe the team as compassionate, calm and friendly, with excellent communication and genuine care for pets. Several reviews note long-term trust over many years and generations of family pets, and some highlight fair or better‑than‑expected pricing and being seen promptly in urgent situations.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but a few concerns were raised. One reviewer reported a misdiagnosis that led to a fatal outcome, and another felt a consult was unprofessional; a couple of comments mention long waits at busy times and that it can be a bit pricey. Overall sentiment remains strongly favourable, with most reviewers saying they would return and recommend the clinic.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Emergency and life-saving care
- Dermatology and chronic skin issues
- Senior pet and long-term care
- Soft-tissue surgery and desexing
- Avian and wildlife rescue care
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book ahead when possible, as the clinic can be busy and waits may occur at peak times.
- For urgent issues, call ahead—several reviewers were accommodated promptly for emergencies or last‑minute visits.
- Discuss costs and ask for an estimate upfront; many found fees reasonable, though a few noted higher pricing.
- Bring your pet’s medical history, especially for chronic conditions like skin problems, to help with diagnosis and treatment.
- If your pet is anxious or reactive, let staff know on arrival so the team can assist with gentle handling.
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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.
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Freshwater Beach Carpark
425mFrequently 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.
Harbord Veterinary Hospital is at 4 Moore Rd, Freshwater NSW 2096. There isn’t a train or light-rail station within easy walking distance, so driving is usually simplest; Freshwater Beach Carpark is about 425 m away (roughly a 5-minute walk). Otherwise, check Google Maps for the nearest bus route and walking directions.
They’re open Monday to Friday 8:30 am–7:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am–2:00 pm; closed Sunday.
Call (02) 9938 4262 or visit http://localvet.com.au/Harbord/ for more information.
You can book by calling the clinic or via their website at http://localvet.com.au/Harbord/. Because it can be busy at peak times, booking ahead is recommended; for urgent concerns, call ahead so the team can assist promptly.
Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t government-regulated and Medicare does not cover pets, so consultation costs vary by clinic and case. For the most current consultation fee, call the clinic directly, and if your pet needs a procedure, ask for an itemised written estimate. If you need after-hours care, note that fees are typically higher. Pet insurance may help with eligible costs, and some clinics offer payment-plan or gap-claim options; check what’s available for your situation.
Most Australian vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap-and-go (Apple Pay/Google Pay). Some also support pet-insurance gap claims or payment plans. As options vary by clinic, call ahead to confirm what’s accepted on the day.
The clinic provides emergency and life-saving care, dermatology and chronic skin issue management, senior pet and long-term care, soft-tissue surgery and desexing, and avian and wildlife rescue care. If you need a service not listed, call to discuss your pet’s needs.
Pet owners rate it highly at 4.7/5.0 (107 reviews), praising experienced vets, clear advice, compassionate care and strong clinical outcomes, including swift help in urgent situations and fair-to-reasonable pricing for many. A few reviewers mentioned occasional long waits at busy times, feeling it could be a bit pricey, and isolated concerns about a misdiagnosis or professionalism, but overall sentiment is strongly favourable and many would return and recommend the clinic.
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