Erina Heights Veterinary Hospital

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👍What Pet Owners Praised

Owners consistently praise the friendly, compassionate team and clear communication, with vets and nurses taking time to explain options and provide updates. Many report excellent outcomes from surgery and urgent care, gentle handling of anxious or reactive pets, and deeply respectful end-of-life support. The hospital is repeatedly described as modern and very clean, with nice touches like a separate cat area and popular puppy preschool classes.

💬Common Feedback & Suggestions

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but a few themes recur. Some clients felt fees were high or were unhappy about script charges and needing a consult for repeat medications, and a small number reported difficulty obtaining records or x-rays due to policy. There are occasional mentions of administrative slip-ups or slow responses (e.g., booking errors, unreturned calls, waiting near closing). A couple of reviewers also felt unsupported when finances were tight, though these appear to be exceptions.

🏥Clinic Specialties

  • Puppy preschool and behaviour advice
  • Soft-tissue surgery and desexing
  • BOAS and bulldog care
  • Emergency and urgent care
  • Exotic and small‑mammal medicine (rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets)
  • End‑of‑life and palliative care

🏷️Keywords

#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#knowledgeableVets#clearCommunication#gentleHandling#anxiousPetHandling#endOfLifeSupport#modernFacilities#cleanClinic#easyBooking#shortWaits#emergencyAccommodating#fairPricing#pricingConcerns#adminIssues#longTermLoyalty#puppyPreschool#exoticPetCare#wildlifeSupport#separateCatArea

Overall Ratings

🐾Tips for Pet Owners

  • If you need an appointment late in the day or for something urgent, call ahead as early as possible to secure a slot.
  • Discuss expected costs and any ongoing medication or script fees upfront to avoid surprises.
  • Let the team know if your dog is anxious or reactive; they use treats, gentle handling and can adjust how they admit or seat you.
  • Cat owners can ask to use the separate cat area to minimise stress in the waiting room.
  • Request copies of records well in advance if you need them, as policies may affect how and when they can be provided.
📊 **Overall Ratings** - Medical Expertise: 92% satisfied - Service Attitude: 91% satisfied - Convenience: 87% satisfied - Pricing: 60% satisfied - Cleanliness: 97% satisfied - Recommendability: 94% satisfied 👍 **What Pet Owners Praised** Owners consistently praise the friendly, compassionate team and clear communication, with vets and nurses taking time to explain options and provide updates. Many report excellent outcomes from surgery and urgent care, gentle handling of anxious or reactive pets, and deeply respectful end-of-life support. The hospital is repeatedly described as modern and very clean, with nice touches like a separate cat area and popular puppy preschool classes. 💬 **Common Feedback & Suggestions** Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but a few themes recur. Some clients felt fees were high or were unhappy about script charges and needing a consult for repeat medications, and a small number reported difficulty obtaining records or x-rays due to policy. There are occasional mentions of administrative slip-ups or slow responses (e.g., booking errors, unreturned calls, waiting near closing). A couple of reviewers also felt unsupported when finances were tight, though these appear to be exceptions. 🏥 **Clinic Specialties** - Puppy preschool and behaviour advice - Soft-tissue surgery and desexing - BOAS and bulldog care - Emergency and urgent care - Exotic and small‑mammal medicine (rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets) - End‑of‑life and palliative care 🏷️ **Tags** #compassionateCare #friendlyStaff #knowledgeableVets #clearCommunication #gentleHandling #anxiousPetHandling #endOfLifeSupport #modernFacilities #cleanClinic #easyBooking #shortWaits #emergencyAccommodating #fairPricing #pricingConcerns #adminIssues #longTermLoyalty #puppyPreschool #exoticPetCare #wildlifeSupport #separateCatArea 🐾 **Tips for Pet Owners** - If you need an appointment late in the day or for something urgent, call ahead as early as possible to secure a slot. - Discuss expected costs and any ongoing medication or script fees upfront to avoid surprises. - Let the team know if your dog is anxious or reactive; they use treats, gentle handling and can adjust how they admit or seat you. - Cat owners can ask to use the separate cat area to minimise stress in the waiting room. - Request copies of records well in advance if you need them, as policies may affect how and when they can be provided.

Contact

Clinic phone
(02) 4384 5888

Opening Hours

MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
08:00〜12:00
08:00〜18:00
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Hours notice

Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.

Map

Clinic Address

661 Central Coast Hwy, Wamberal NSW 2260, Australia

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Parking

Breakers Golf Club Carpark

783m
39 Plymouth Dr, Wamberal NSW 2260, Australia

Frequently 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.

Erina Heights Veterinary Hospital is at 661 Central Coast Hwy, Wamberal NSW 2260. There isn’t a train, metro or light-rail station within easy walking distance, so driving is usually best; a convenient option is Breakers Golf Club Carpark, about a 10-minute walk away (approx. 783 m). If you’re using public transport, check Google Maps for the nearest bus route and stops to suit your trip.

They are open Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm; they are closed on Sunday.

You can contact Erina Heights Veterinary Hospital by phone on (02) 4384 5888 or via their website at https://www.erinaheightsvet.com.au/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb. For urgent matters, calling is best.

To book an appointment, call the clinic or visit their website to get in touch and secure a time. For urgent issues, call ahead as early as possible to discuss availability.

Veterinary fees in Australia are set by each clinic, are not government regulated, and Medicare does not cover pets. For the current consult fee, please call the clinic, and if a procedure is recommended, ask for an itemised written estimate. As they accommodate emergency and urgent care, be aware that after-hours fees are typically higher. Pet insurance and third‑party payment options exist in Australia; ask the clinic what they can process or support.

Australian vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap-and-go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some support pet-insurance gap claims (e.g. GapOnly) or payment plans (e.g. VetPay, Afterpay); please call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts.

They provide emergency and urgent care; call ahead to discuss your pet’s situation and availability. If you need help outside opening hours, phone first for guidance, as after-hours arrangements and fees may differ.

Yes. Breakers Golf Club Carpark is roughly 783 m away, about a 10-minute walk. You can also check Google Maps for current street-parking options around Central Coast Hwy.

They offer a range of services, including:

  • Puppy preschool and behaviour advice
  • Soft-tissue surgery and desexing
  • BOAS and bulldog care
  • Emergency and urgent care
  • Exotic and small‑mammal medicine (rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets)
  • End‑of‑life and palliative care Reviews also note a separate cat area to help reduce stress for feline patients.

Pet owners rate the clinic 4.6 out of 5 (285 reviews), praising the friendly, compassionate team, clear communication, gentle handling of anxious pets, excellent surgical outcomes and respectful end-of-life support, with many noting the modern, very clean facilities. Some feedback mentions pricing concerns (including script fees and consults for repeats), occasional admin slip-ups or slow responses, and difficulties obtaining records under policy.

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Last updated: 22 June 2026