118 reviews
2/53 William Souter Street, Forrest Hill, 0620, New Zealand
#catOnlyClinic#felineExpertise#gentleHandling+11
What owners report about visiting
Collecting owner reports｜Help add what a visit is like
The information below comes from anonymous owner reports and keeps updating; we still suggest confirming with the clinic before your visit.
What owners say
Awaiting owners with real visit experience.
Can you rely on it
It can't be used as a basis yet. If you need this information, call the clinic first.
Your experience helps too
If you've visited this clinic, adding one answer helps the next owner feel a little more certain.
What owners say
Awaiting owner input on whether walk-in visits are possible.
Can you rely on it
It can't be used as a basis yet. If you need this information, call the clinic first.
Your experience helps too
If you've visited this clinic, adding one answer helps the next owner feel a little more certain.
What owners say
Awaiting owner input on wait times.
Can you rely on it
It can't be used as a basis yet. If you need this information, call the clinic first.
Your experience helps too
If you've visited this clinic, adding one answer helps the next owner feel a little more certain.
What owners say
Awaiting owner input on cost explanations.
Can you rely on it
It can't be used as a basis yet. If you need this information, call the clinic first.
Your experience helps too
If you've visited this clinic, adding one answer helps the next owner feel a little more certain.
What owners say
Awaiting owner input on TNR / stray-animal assistance.
Can you rely on it
It can't be used as a basis yet. If you need this information, call the clinic first.
Your experience helps too
If you've visited this clinic, adding one answer helps the next owner feel a little more certain.
Now collecting the questions owners want answered.
Have you been to this clinic?
Answer a few questions in about 30 seconds to help the next owner decide.
All of the above are anonymous, voluntary owner reports for reference only. They do not represent the clinic's official position; we still suggest confirming with the clinic before visiting.
Light up the pet care map together
This clinic still has some missing info — help more pets find a clinic their families can trust.
Clinic map clarity
Owner Review Summary
Distilled from Google reviews — see what pet owners actually say
👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners most consistently praised the warm, compassionate manner of the vets, nurses and front-desk team, especially during stressful emergencies, euthanasia and end-of-life care. Many reviews also describe thorough examinations, clear explanations, practical advice and good outcomes, including surgery, wound care, urinary problems, seizures, ear issues, abscesses and ongoing care for older pets. Long-term clients often said they would not go anywhere else, and several noted that nervous cats and dogs were handled patiently with treats, calm handling and extra time.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but a small number of concerns were raised. A few owners reported long waits, poor greetings, rushed or unhelpful reception interactions, communication problems around medication, insurance processing or appointment cut-offs, and feeling turned away when late or near closing time. Pricing was often described as reasonable or fair for the service, but some owners felt fees were high or that cost pressures affected care. Facility comments were limited, with one owner praising the clean, easy-to-access practice and another finding the reception area loud, cold and unsettling for their cat.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Compassionate end-of-life care
- Senior pet care and chronic issues
- Urgent and after-hours veterinary care
- Surgery and wound treatment
- Calm handling of nervous pets
- Puppy and kitten preventative care
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#clearCommunication#thoroughExams#friendlyStaff#endOfLifeSupport#seniorPetCare#urgentAppointments#afterHoursCare#nervousPetHandling#reasonablePricing#costTransparency#longTermClients#highlyRecommended#waitTimeConcerns#adminCommunicationIssues#petInsuranceClaims
Overall Ratings
🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book online where possible, as several owners found it easy and some were offered earlier or alternative appointment slots.
- If your pet needs urgent care, phone ahead and explain the symptoms clearly; reviews mention the team fitting pets in quickly when they understood the urgency.
- Ask for an estimate and payment options before treatment, especially for surgery, after-hours visits or ongoing medication.
- For insurance claims or direct payment processing, check timing with reception early in the visit so cut-off times do not cause delays.
- If your pet is nervous, mention this when booking; reviewers describe the team using calm handling, treats and adjusted consult arrangements to reduce stress.
Other areas this clinic treats
Common conditions in each area
Conditions commonly treated here
Note: this content is for general reference only — it is not a diagnosis.
Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats
Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs
Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy
Breeding, Timing
Cryptorchidism
Eclampsia
Contact
Opening Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:30〜19:00 | |||||||
| 09:00〜17:00 | |||||||
| 10:00〜17:00 |
⚠️
Hours notice
Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
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.
Forrest Hill Veterinary Clinic is in Forrest Hill, Auckland 0620. 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 Auckland bus route and use an AT HOP card or contactless payment where available. Street parking is typically available in this suburb, but check local signage before leaving your car.
Forrest Hill Veterinary Clinic is open Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 7:00 pm, Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Hours can change on public holidays, so call ahead to confirm before travelling.
You can contact Forrest Hill Veterinary Clinic by calling 09 410 5169 or by visiting its website at https://forresthillvet.co.nz/?tm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb. Calling is the best option for urgent symptoms, appointment timing, current fees or payment questions.
You can book an appointment with Forrest Hill Veterinary Clinic online where available through its website, or call to enquire. Reviews suggest some owners found online booking easy and were offered earlier or alternative appointment times, especially when they explained their pet's needs clearly.
Consultation fees at Forrest Hill Veterinary Clinic can vary because veterinary fees in New Zealand are set by each clinic and are not government regulated. There is no public pet healthcare scheme, ACC covers human personal injury only, and there is no government-published veterinary fee schedule, so call the clinic for a current quote and ask for an itemised written estimate for procedures, surgery, medication or ongoing care. After-hours or urgent care fees are typically higher, and pet owners may wish to ask generally about private pet insurance or payment-plan options before treatment.
Most New Zealand vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa or Mastercard, contactless tap-and-go such as payWave or PayPass, Apple Pay or Google Pay, and sometimes cash, but you should call ahead to confirm what Forrest Hill Veterinary Clinic currently accepts. Some clinics may also support pet-insurance claims or payment plans, so ask reception before treatment if this matters for your visit.
Forrest Hill Veterinary Clinic is associated in reviews with urgent appointments and after-hours veterinary care. If your pet is unwell, injured or deteriorating quickly, call ahead, explain the symptoms clearly and ask whether they can see your pet or direct you to the appropriate emergency option.
Forrest Hill Veterinary Clinic is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 469 reviews. Pet owners most often praise the compassionate vets, nurses and front-desk team, thorough examinations, clear explanations, calm handling of nervous pets, senior pet care, surgery and end-of-life support. A smaller number of reviews mention waits, reception communication issues, appointment cut-offs and mixed views on pricing.
Help with one question
Your report helps the next owner feel a little more certain.
Have you ever been seen here successfully without a reservation?
Based on 0 owner reports
Anonymous, about 3 seconds
Other veterinary clinics near Forrest Hill
Source: Google Maps
Last updated: 16 July 2026