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Owner Review Summary
Distilled from Google reviews — see what pet owners actually say
👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the clinic for warm, compassionate handling of both pets and people, especially with nervous animals, older pets, surgery, cancer care and end-of-life decisions. Many reviews describe the vets and nurses as knowledgeable, professional, patient and clear in their advice, with several owners saying their pets were calmer or genuinely liked visiting. Long-term loyalty and strong recommendations are a major pattern, with many owners saying they would not go elsewhere.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but a few concerns were raised. One owner felt the clinic was pushy about treatments and products, another was unhappy about the cost and communication around a hen euthanasia fee, and one reported difficulty reaching the clinic by phone. Parking was also described as only so-so by one reviewer, so it may be worth allowing a little extra time when visiting.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Compassionate end-of-life care
- Surgery and desexing
- Cancer and senior pet support
- Allergy diagnosis and treatment
- Emergency and urgent care
- Care for nervous dogs and cats
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Overall Ratings
* Aspects marked with an asterisk are mentioned in too few reviews — scores are indicative only.
🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book ahead where possible, but reviews suggest the team may help with short-notice or urgent appointments when they can.
- Ask for a clear cost estimate before procedures or euthanasia, especially for non-routine visits.
- Mention if your pet is nervous, as many owners say the team takes extra time and uses a gentle approach.
- Allow extra time for parking, as one reviewer found it only so-so.
- If you cannot get through by phone, try alternative contact methods or follow up early, as one review reported phone access issues.
Other areas this clinic treats
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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.
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.
Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic is in Rothesay Bay, Auckland 0630. No train, ferry or light-rail station was listed within walking distance, so driving or checking Google Maps for the nearest bus route is likely the most practical option; Auckland public transport uses AT HOP on buses, trains and ferries. Street parking is typically available in this suburb, but allow extra time and check local signage.
Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic is open Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. No Sunday hours were provided, so call ahead to confirm availability before visiting outside normal weekday hours.
You can contact Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic by phone on (09) 479 7282 or visit their website at http://www.rothesaybayvet.co.nz/.
To book an appointment at Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic, contact the clinic directly or visit its website. Reviews suggest booking ahead where possible, although the team may help with short-notice or urgent appointments when they can.
Consultation fees vary by clinic in New Zealand and are not regulated by a government fee schedule. ACC covers human personal injury only and does not cover pets, so call the clinic for a current quote and ask for an itemised written estimate before procedures or non-routine care. Urgent or after-hours veterinary care is typically more expensive, and owners may want to ask generally about private pet insurance or payment-plan options.
Most New Zealand vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa / Mastercard, contactless tap-and-go such as payWave or PayPass, Apple Pay / Google Pay and cash, but call ahead to confirm what Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic currently accepts. Some clinics may also support pet-insurance claims or payment plans, so it is worth asking before treatment if that matters to you.
Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic is associated with compassionate end-of-life care, surgery and desexing, cancer and senior pet support, allergy diagnosis and treatment, emergency and urgent care, and gentle handling for nervous dogs and cats. Mention your pet's needs when booking so the team can advise what is available for your situation.
Rothesay Bay Veterinary Clinic is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 142 reviews. Pet owners often praise the clinic's compassionate handling, knowledgeable vets and nurses, clear advice, support for nervous or older pets, surgery care, cancer care and end-of-life support. A small number of reviews mentioned cost, treatment-pressure concerns, phone access issues and parking, so it is sensible to ask questions upfront and allow extra time when visiting.
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