Padstow Veterinary Clinic

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👍What Pet Owners Praised

Many reviewers praised the vet’s kindness and professionalism, noting clear explanations and thorough examinations. Several owners highlighted reasonable pricing and good value, saying the clinic isn’t money hungry and that they could get last‑minute or same‑day appointments. Long‑term clients (10+ years) spoke of consistent care, and a few mentioned knowledgeable treatment and careful approach to surgery. There were also successes reported after accurate diagnosis and follow‑up, including resolving an autoimmune skin issue.

💬Common Feedback & Suggestions

Reviews are highly polarised. Multiple owners reported rude or unprofessional behaviour, including refusals to scan microchips for found dogs and to examine injured wildlife, as well as poor phone manner. Several allege misdiagnoses or questionable advice (e.g., stomach or infection calls), with a few describing serious outcomes. A couple of reviewers wanted clearer, itemised invoices, and one cited the clinic opening late compared with posted hours.

🏥Clinic Specialties

  • General small-animal medicine and vaccinations
  • Eye conditions and infections
  • Dermatology and autoimmune skin issues
  • Small-mammal care (rats, rabbits)
  • Surgical procedures with careful technique

🏷️Keywords

#kindAndCaring#professionalManner#thoroughExams#clearExplanations#reasonablePricing#notMoneyHungry#rudeInteractions#misdiagnosisConcerns#invoiceTransparencyIssues#openingTimeIssues#sameDayAppointments#loyalClients#refusesStrayMicrochipScan#wildlifeTriageRefusals#carefulSurgery#smallMammalCare

Overall Ratings

🐾Tips for Pet Owners

  • Call ahead to confirm opening hours and ask about same‑day availability if needed.
  • Request an itemised estimate and invoice so you understand fees and treatments.
  • If you have a rabbit, rat or other non‑standard pet, confirm they will see that species before visiting.
  • For nervous cats, consider using a calming spray in the carrier as one reviewer found it helpful.
  • If you’re uncertain about a diagnosis or plan, seek clarification on options or consider a second opinion.
📊 **Overall Ratings** - Medical Expertise: 60% satisfied - Service Attitude: 61% satisfied - Convenience: 75% satisfied - Pricing: 73% satisfied - Cleanliness: 70% satisfied - Recommendability: 62% satisfied 👍 **What Pet Owners Praised** Many reviewers praised the vet’s kindness and professionalism, noting clear explanations and thorough examinations. Several owners highlighted reasonable pricing and good value, saying the clinic isn’t money hungry and that they could get last‑minute or same‑day appointments. Long‑term clients (10+ years) spoke of consistent care, and a few mentioned knowledgeable treatment and careful approach to surgery. There were also successes reported after accurate diagnosis and follow‑up, including resolving an autoimmune skin issue. 💬 **Common Feedback & Suggestions** Reviews are highly polarised. Multiple owners reported rude or unprofessional behaviour, including refusals to scan microchips for found dogs and to examine injured wildlife, as well as poor phone manner. Several allege misdiagnoses or questionable advice (e.g., stomach or infection calls), with a few describing serious outcomes. A couple of reviewers wanted clearer, itemised invoices, and one cited the clinic opening late compared with posted hours. 🏥 **Clinic Specialties** - General small-animal medicine and vaccinations - Eye conditions and infections - Dermatology and autoimmune skin issues - Small-mammal care (rats, rabbits) - Surgical procedures with careful technique 🏷️ **Tags** #kindAndCaring #professionalManner #thoroughExams #clearExplanations #reasonablePricing #notMoneyHungry #rudeInteractions #misdiagnosisConcerns #invoiceTransparencyIssues #openingTimeIssues #sameDayAppointments #loyalClients #refusesStrayMicrochipScan #wildlifeTriageRefusals #carefulSurgery #smallMammalCare 🐾 **Tips for Pet Owners** - Call ahead to confirm opening hours and ask about same‑day availability if needed. - Request an itemised estimate and invoice so you understand fees and treatments. - If you have a rabbit, rat or other non‑standard pet, confirm they will see that species before visiting. - For nervous cats, consider using a calming spray in the carrier as one reviewer found it helpful. - If you’re uncertain about a diagnosis or plan, seek clarification on options or consider a second opinion.

Contact

Clinic phone
(02) 9774 4881

Opening Hours

MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
08:30〜13:00
09:00〜14:00
15:00〜18:30
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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

47 Howard Rd, Padstow NSW 2211, Australia

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Parking

Public Car Park

93m
Unit 10/14 Padstow Parade, Padstow NSW 2211, 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.

Padstow Veterinary Clinic is at 47 Howard Rd, Padstow NSW 2211, about a 1‑minute walk from Padstow train station. If you’re driving, there’s a 24‑hour Public Car Park roughly 1 minute away and local street parking nearby; check signage and allow extra time during busy periods.

The clinic is open Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri 8:30 am–1:00 pm and 3:00 pm–6:30 pm, and Sat 9:00 am–2:00 pm; it’s closed on Wed and Sun. Hours can change on public holidays or occasionally, so call ahead to confirm.

You can call the clinic on (02) 9774 4881. For general information and updates, visit https://www.padstowveterinaryclinic.com.au/.

Call the clinic to book an appointment, and if you need same‑day care, phone early to check availability. You can also visit their website for clinic information and to plan your visit.

Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t government‑regulated and vary by clinic and the care your pet needs, and Medicare doesn’t cover pets. Call the clinic for a current consultation quote, and ask for an itemised written estimate for any procedures so you understand the breakdown. If you have pet insurance, check your policy, and be aware some clinics offer gap claims or payment‑plan options—ask what’s available.

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. Call ahead to confirm what this clinic currently accepts.

Yes—there’s a 24‑hour Public Car Park about a 1‑minute walk (approx. 93 m) from the clinic, plus nearby street parking. Check local signage and allow extra time during peak periods.

The clinic provides general small‑animal medicine and vaccinations, care for eye conditions and infections, dermatology including autoimmune skin issues, small‑mammal care (rats and rabbits), and surgical procedures performed with a careful technique.

Reviews are mixed, with an overall rating of 3.5/5 from 61 reviews. Many owners praise the vet’s kindness, professionalism, clear explanations, thorough exams, reasonable pricing and occasional same‑day appointments, with long‑term clients noting consistent care and some successes after accurate diagnoses and careful surgery. Common feedback includes reports of rude or unprofessional interactions (such as refusals to scan found dogs’ microchips or examine injured wildlife), concerns about misdiagnoses or advice, requests for clearer itemised invoices, and one report of opening later than posted hours.

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Last updated: 22 June 2026