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5/2 Wiowera Rd, Kanwal NSW 2259, Australia
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Coast Animal Health - Lakehaven
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the warm, compassionate team and how clearly vets explain options, with reassuring follow‑ups after visits. Many noted excellent outcomes and thorough care across emergencies, dentistry, surgery and tricky diagnoses (such as allergies), and said their anxious pets were handled gently with calming, low‑stress approaches. The clinic is described as clean and well organised, and a large number of long‑term clients say they wouldn’t go anywhere else.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but several owners felt pricing was high or not aligned with phone quotes, with a few mentioning unexpected charges. A small number reported convenience issues such as long waits without check‑ins or trouble getting through on the phone, and one complaint about needing another consult for a repeat prescription. There were isolated comments about inconsistency between different vets, though these were rare compared with the many strong recommendations.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Emergency and urgent care
- Dermatology and allergy management
- Dentistry and dental extractions
- Soft tissue surgery
- End-of-life and palliative care
- Fear-free handling for anxious pets
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#clearCommunication#gentleWithAnxiousPets#emergencyFitIns#thoroughExams#followUpCalls#longTermClients#cleanClinic#pricingConcerns#unexpectedCharges#waitTimeIssues#phoneServiceIssues#paymentPlansAvailable#convenientParking#highlyRecommended#surgeryAndDentistry
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- For anxious pets, ask about low‑stress options like waiting outside or in a quiet nook (and a cat‑only room) to make visits easier.
- For urgent problems, call ahead—reviews say they often fit emergencies in quickly, but booking can reduce waiting.
- Request written quotes and confirm fees (vaccinations, imaging, meds) before treatment to avoid bill surprises.
- Ask about wellness plans, first‑year vaccination packages and payment options (e.g., VetPay, Afterpay, ZipPay) to manage costs.
- There’s easy access and plenty of parking nearby; arrive a little early in case the clinic is busy.
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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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Wyong Leagues Club Carpark
558m9 Lake Haven Dr, Gorokan NSW 2263, Australia
Frequently Asked Questions
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Coast Animal Health - Lakehaven is at 231 Wallarah Rd, Kanwal NSW 2259. As there isn’t a train or light‑rail station within easy walking distance, driving is usually the easiest option. There’s nearby parking including Wyong Leagues Club Carpark, about a 7‑minute walk (open 24/7). If you’re using public transport, check Google Maps for the closest bus route and stops to Wallarah Rd.
They’re open Monday to Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm, and closed on weekends. Hours may vary on public holidays—call ahead to confirm.
You can reach the clinic on (02) 4392 8822. For more information, visit https://www.coastanimalhealth.com.au/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb
Book an appointment by calling the clinic; for urgent issues, call ahead so they can prepare. You can also visit their website to learn more and plan your visit.
Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t regulated by a government fee schedule and Medicare doesn’t cover pets, so consultation costs vary between clinics and cases. For the most accurate, up‑to‑date price, call the clinic and ask for a current consultation fee. If your pet may need tests, procedures, dentistry or surgery, request an itemised written estimate before treatment. If you need care outside regular hours, be aware that after‑hours fees are typically higher at most clinics. Consider whether pet insurance or third‑party payment options could help with costs.
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 offer payment plans through providers such as VetPay, Afterpay or ZipPay. As options vary by clinic, call ahead to confirm what Coast Animal Health - Lakehaven accepts.
They can help with urgent and emergency cases during their opening hours; call ahead so the team can triage and fit you in. For after‑hours emergencies, call to check availability or head to a 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital.
Yes—parking is convenient nearby. Wyong Leagues Club Carpark is roughly a 7‑minute walk and open 24 hours, and you may also find street parking near Wallarah Rd; allow a little extra time when the clinic is busy.
They offer emergency and urgent care, dermatology and allergy management, dentistry and dental extractions, soft tissue surgery, end‑of‑life and palliative care, and gentle, fear‑free handling for anxious pets.
Pet owners rate the clinic highly at 4.6/5.0 from 129 Google reviews. Reviews praise the warm, compassionate team, clear explanations with follow‑ups, thorough care across emergencies, dentistry, surgery and tricky diagnoses, gentle handling for anxious pets, and a clean, well‑organised clinic. Common suggestions include clearer pricing (some felt costs were high or different to phone quotes), occasional long waits or phone difficulties, and rare reports of inconsistency between vets.
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Last updated: 22 June 2026