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48 Ridge Road, Howick, 2014, New Zealand
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praise the clinic for warm, compassionate care from reception through to nurses and vets. Many reviews describe vets as knowledgeable, thorough and clear in their explanations, with strong support for anxious pets, elderly animals, cats, dogs, rabbits, birds and other exotics. Long-term clients often say they trust the team completely, appreciate the calm handling and after-care advice, and would happily recommend the practice.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with only a few concerns raised. One owner felt a complex tumour-surgery discussion needed clearer, more confident guidance and questioned the value of an FNA test, while another mentioned a short consultation felt costly. A small number also noted practical issues such as shorter hours due to vet shortages or a brief wait, though most comments about timing and booking were favourable.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Exotic and avian medicine
- Dental cleaning and extractions
- Senior pet care
- Vaccinations and health checks
- Anxious pet handling
- End-of-life care
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#clearCommunication#knowledgeableVets#thoroughConsults#exoticPets#avianCare#dentalCare#seniorPets#anxiousPets#afterCareAdvice#easyBooking#onTimeAppointments#reasonablePricing#cleanClinic#highlyRecommended
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book ahead for routine visits, as one review suggests hours may be shorter than before.
- Use the online booking system for vaccinations or annual checks, as owners found it easy and reliable.
- Ask the vets to talk through treatment options and after-care instructions; many reviewers found their explanations helpful.
- Mention if your pet is anxious, elderly or difficult to examine, as reviewers report calm, patient handling.
- For complex surgery decisions or cost-sensitive choices, ask clearly about the purpose, likely value and alternatives for each test.
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Conditions commonly treated here
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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats
Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs
Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy
Breeding, Timing
Cryptorchidism
Eclampsia
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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.
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545m131 Cook Street, Howick, Auckland 2014, New Zealand
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sommerville Veterinary Centre Ltd is in Howick, Auckland 2014. No train, ferry or light-rail station was found within walking distance, so driving is likely the easiest option; street parking is typically available in the suburb, but check local signage, or use Google Maps to find the nearest bus route.
Sommerville Veterinary Centre Ltd is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. Sunday hours are not listed, so call ahead to confirm availability before visiting.
You can contact Sommerville Veterinary Centre Ltd by calling (09) 537 0111 or visiting its website at http://www.sommervillevets.co.nz/.
You can book an appointment with Sommerville Veterinary Centre Ltd through its online booking system or by calling to enquire. Pet owners particularly mention the online booking system as easy and reliable for vaccinations and annual checks.
Veterinary consultation fees in New Zealand vary by clinic and are not regulated by a government fee schedule. Call the clinic for a current quote, and for procedures ask for an itemised written estimate; 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 vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa or Mastercard, contactless tap-and-go such as payWave or PayPass, Apple Pay or Google Pay, and cash, while some may offer pet-insurance claims or payment-plan options. Call ahead to confirm which payment methods are currently accepted at this clinic.
Sommerville Veterinary Centre Ltd is noted for exotic and avian medicine, dental cleaning and extractions, senior pet care, vaccinations and health checks, anxious pet handling, and end-of-life care. Reviews mention support for cats, dogs, rabbits, birds and other exotic pets.
Sommerville Veterinary Centre Ltd is very highly reviewed, with a 4.9 out of 5 rating from 568 reviews. Pet owners frequently praise the compassionate team, knowledgeable vets, clear explanations, calm handling of anxious or elderly pets, after-care advice and strong recommendability.
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Last updated: 16 July 2026