130 reviews
398 East Coast Road, Mairangi Bay, 0630, New Zealand
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Animal Dermatology Clinic
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the team for caring, kind and professional handling of pets, including anxious dogs, elderly cats, rabbits and animals needing more difficult care. Many reviews describe knowledgeable vets and nurses, clear explanations, strong follow-up, accurate diagnosis and effective treatment, with several long-term clients saying they trust the clinic and would not go elsewhere. People also valued practical support such as fitting in urgent appointments, vaccination help and advice on treatment decisions or recovery expectations.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
The reviews are strongly positive overall, but a small number raise serious concerns about service attitude, perceived upselling, cost focus, waiting while staff were available, and missed or delayed diagnosis. Pricing comments are mixed: several owners found the clinic reasonable or good value, while others felt it was expensive or too money-focused. Cleanliness is rarely mentioned, with only one review directly noting a hygienic environment.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Dog and cat general veterinary care
- Rabbit care and vaccinations
- Dental care and dental diagnosis
- Senior pet and end-of-life support
- Vaccinations and preventive care
- Cattery and cat accommodation
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#compassionateCare#skilledVets#friendlyStaff#clearCommunication#trustedByLongTermClients#rabbitCare#dentalCare#emergencyFitIns#followUpCalls#reasonablePricing#expensiveConcerns#upsellingConcerns#missedDiagnosisConcerns#gentleHandling#professionalNurses
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* Aspects marked with an asterisk are mentioned in too few reviews — scores are indicative only.
🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book ahead where possible, but ask about same-day or urgent slots if your pet needs quick attention, as several owners were fitted in for urgent care or vaccinations.
- If your pet is anxious, reactive or hard to handle, explain this clearly when booking and discuss a handling plan before the consult.
- For ongoing symptoms such as diarrhoea, eye issues or diabetes care, ask what tests are being considered and when to escalate if signs do not improve.
- Rabbit owners can ask specifically about rabbit experience and vaccination availability, as multiple reviews mention rabbit care.
- If cost is a concern, ask for the treatment options, expected benefits and itemised pricing before proceeding.
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Conditions commonly treated here
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5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) Toxicosis
Abscessation
Acetaminophen (APAP) Toxicosis
Actinomycosis and Nocardia
Acute Abdomen
Acute Diarrhea
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Animal Dermatology Clinic is in Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630. No train, ferry or light-rail station was found within walking distance, so driving is likely the simplest option, or you can check Google Maps for the nearest bus route. No nearby paid car park was found in the supplied search data; street parking is typically available in this suburb, but check local signage before leaving your car.
Animal Dermatology Clinic is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturday from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm. No Sunday hours were listed in the supplied information, so call ahead to confirm before visiting outside standard weekday hours.
You can contact Animal Dermatology Clinic by calling (09) 479 6034 or visiting its website at https://www.nhvets.co.nz/.
To book an appointment at Animal Dermatology Clinic, use the clinic website or call to enquire. Booking ahead is recommended, but reviews mention that some pet owners were fitted in for urgent appointments or vaccinations, so ask about same-day availability if your pet needs prompt care.
Consultation fees vary by clinic in New Zealand and are not regulated by a government veterinary fee schedule. Call the clinic for a current quote, and for dental work, tests, procedures or ongoing treatment, ask for an itemised written estimate before proceeding. ACC covers human personal injury only and does not cover pets, so owners usually rely on private pet insurance or general payment-plan options where available.
Most New Zealand veterinary clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa or Mastercard, contactless tap-and-go such as payWave or PayPass, Apple Pay or Google Pay, and sometimes cash. Some clinics may also support pet-insurance claims or payment plans, but call ahead to confirm what Animal Dermatology Clinic currently accepts.
The supplied review summary mentions dog and cat general veterinary care, rabbit care and vaccinations, dental care and dental diagnosis, senior pet and end-of-life support, vaccinations and preventive care, plus cattery and cat accommodation. If your pet needs a specific service, call to enquire before booking.
Animal Dermatology Clinic is rated 4.6 out of 5.0 from 130 reviews in the supplied data. Pet owners often praise caring and professional handling, knowledgeable vets and nurses, clear explanations, follow-up and trust from long-term clients. Feedback is not uniformly positive, with some concerns about cost, service attitude, perceived upselling and diagnosis delays, so it is sensible to ask clear questions about options, expected costs and next steps during the consult.
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