119 reviews
274 Pennant Hills Rd, Carlingford NSW 2118, Australia
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Owner Review Summary
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the friendly, caring and professional team, noting vets who are thorough, patient and communicative. Several reviews mentioned effective care for sick or injured pets, with quick recovery outcomes and thoughtful follow‑up calls. People also highlighted the clean, modern clinic and the ability to be seen quickly, with on‑site parking appreciated. Reviewers felt their pets were treated like family, and many said they would highly recommend and return.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews were almost entirely positive, with no recurring concerns raised. There were no complaints about wait times, cleanliness or outcomes in this sample, and only one reviewer specifically mentioned affordability. Given the uniformly positive tone, prospective clients should note that detailed feedback on costs and peak‑time waits is limited in these reviews. Overall sentiment suggests high satisfaction across the board.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Wound management and minor surgical procedures
- Emergency and acute illness care for dogs
- Avian medicine and care
- Rabbit vaccinations and small‑mammal care
- Preventive care and vaccinations
- Ear examinations and treatment
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#professionalTeam#thoroughExams#clearCommunication#followUpCalls#fastAppointments#onSiteParking#cleanClinic#affordablePricing#effectiveTreatment#supportiveStaff#highlyRecommended#seniorPetCare#exoticPetCare#localConvenience
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Call ahead if your pet is unwell—reviewers were often fitted in quickly, even same day.
- Use the on‑site parking for easier access during busy times.
- Ask about follow‑up—staff commonly check in after visits to monitor recovery.
- Bring vaccination records, including for rabbits, as they handle small‑mammal immunisations.
- Seek prompt attention for issues like grass‑seed injuries or ear problems, which the team manages efficiently.
Contact
Opening Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| 08:30〜19:00 | |||||||
| 09:00〜17:00 |
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Hours notice
Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Parking
Carlingford Village Car Park
605mCarlingford NSW 2118, Australia
Secure Parking - 289-291 Pennant Hills Road Carlingford Car Park
665m65 Keeler St, Carlingford NSW 2118, Australia
Frequently Asked Questions
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Carlingford Animal Hospital is at 5 Lloyds Ave, Carlingford NSW 2118. It’s about a 1‑minute walk from Carlingford light rail station, and roughly an 18‑minute walk from Telopea light rail station. If you’re driving, reviewers mention on‑site parking; nearby options include Carlingford Village Car Park (about 8 minutes’ walk) and Secure Parking at 289–291 Pennant Hills Rd (about 8 minutes’ walk).
They’re open Monday to Friday 8:30am–7:00pm and Saturday 9:00am–5:00pm; closed Sundays.
You can call (02) 9129 7333 or visit their website at https://www.thecarlingfordvet.com.au/ for information and enquiries.
The simplest way is to call the clinic to book; you can also visit their website to learn more and enquire about availability.
Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t regulated by a government fee schedule and Medicare doesn’t cover pets, so consultation costs vary—please call the clinic for a current quote. For any procedure, ask for an itemised written estimate. If after‑hours care is needed, fees are typically higher at most clinics. Pet insurance can help with eligible costs, and some clinics offer payment‑plan or gap‑claim options; ask the clinic what they can accommodate.
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. Please call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts on the day.
They list emergency and acute illness care for dogs among their services during regular opening hours. There’s no information provided about after‑hours availability—if your pet is unwell, please call ahead to check what the team can do.
Yes—reviews note on‑site parking at the clinic. Additional options nearby include Carlingford Village Car Park (about an 8‑minute walk) and Secure Parking at 289–291 Pennant Hills Rd (about an 8‑minute walk).
Services noted include wound management and minor surgical procedures, emergency and acute illness care for dogs, avian medicine and care, rabbit vaccinations and small‑mammal care, preventive care and vaccinations, and ear examinations and treatment.
Pet owners rate the clinic 4.7 out of 5.0 (19 reviews), praising the friendly, caring and professional team, thorough communication, quick appointments, effective treatment with follow‑up calls, and a clean, modern clinic with convenient on‑site parking. Reviews were overwhelmingly positive, with limited detailed feedback on costs or peak‑time waits.
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Last updated: 22 June 2026