The Skin Vet

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👍What Pet Owners Praised

Owners consistently praised the team’s specialist knowledge, especially around skin allergies, itching, ear infections, diagnostics and long-term treatment plans. Many reviews describe caring, attentive and reassuring staff who explain things clearly, check in, and go above and beyond for pets and owners. Several owners reported strong outcomes, including cleared infections, better-controlled allergies, improved skin, and pets becoming happier after treatment.

💬Common Feedback & Suggestions

The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with no recurring complaints about the clinic’s care. A few practical points are worth noting: the clinic appears to be appointment-only and referral-based through a regular vet, and one owner mentioned travelling from Whangarei for a 1.5-hour appointment. Costs were only mentioned once, positively, with the team described as upfront about them.

🏥Clinic Specialties

  • Dermatology and skin conditions
  • Allergy testing and management
  • Ear infections and ear treatment
  • Itch diagnosis and long-term treatment
  • Immunotherapy for allergies
  • Skin-related secondary infections

🏷️Keywords

#specialistDermatology#allergyCare#earInfections#itchManagement#knowledgeableVets#compassionateCare#clearCommunication#longTermTreatment#followUpSupport#referralOnly#appointmentOnly#upfrontCosts#highlyRecommended#friendlyTeam

Overall Ratings

* Aspects marked with an asterisk are mentioned in too few reviews — scores are indicative only.

🐾Tips for Pet Owners

  • Expect referral-based care through your usual vet, as reviews describe the clinic as appointment-only by referral.
  • Bring a clear history of skin, allergy or ear problems, including previous treatments and how your pet responded.
  • Allow time for a detailed consultation, as one review mentioned a 1.5-hour appointment.
  • Ask about long-term management plans and follow-up support, especially for chronic allergies or recurring infections.
  • Discuss costs early; reviewers noted the team was upfront about the costs involved.
📊 **Overall Ratings** - Medical Expertise: 100% satisfied (n=13) - Service Attitude: 100% satisfied (n=14) - Convenience: 100% satisfied (n=2) - Pricing: 100% satisfied (n=1) - Cleanliness: 0% satisfied (n=0) - Recommendability: 100% satisfied (n=7) 👍 **What Pet Owners Praised** Owners consistently praised the team’s specialist knowledge, especially around skin allergies, itching, ear infections, diagnostics and long-term treatment plans. Many reviews describe caring, attentive and reassuring staff who explain things clearly, check in, and go above and beyond for pets and owners. Several owners reported strong outcomes, including cleared infections, better-controlled allergies, improved skin, and pets becoming happier after treatment. 💬 **Common Feedback & Suggestions** The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with no recurring complaints about the clinic’s care. A few practical points are worth noting: the clinic appears to be appointment-only and referral-based through a regular vet, and one owner mentioned travelling from Whangarei for a 1.5-hour appointment. Costs were only mentioned once, positively, with the team described as upfront about them. 🏥 **Clinic Specialties** - Dermatology and skin conditions - Allergy testing and management - Ear infections and ear treatment - Itch diagnosis and long-term treatment - Immunotherapy for allergies - Skin-related secondary infections 🏷️ **Tags** #specialistDermatology #allergyCare #earInfections #itchManagement #knowledgeableVets #compassionateCare #clearCommunication #longTermTreatment #followUpSupport #referralOnly #appointmentOnly #upfrontCosts #highlyRecommended #friendlyTeam 🐾 **Tips for Pet Owners** - Expect referral-based care through your usual vet, as reviews describe the clinic as appointment-only by referral. - Bring a clear history of skin, allergy or ear problems, including previous treatments and how your pet responded. - Allow time for a detailed consultation, as one review mentioned a 1.5-hour appointment. - Ask about long-term management plans and follow-up support, especially for chronic allergies or recurring infections. - Discuss costs early; reviewers noted the team was upfront about the costs involved.

Other areas this clinic treats

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Conditions commonly treated here

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Acral Lick Dermatitis

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Alopecia, Noninflammatory-Dogs

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Alopecia-Dogs

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Anal Sac Disorders

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Contact

Clinic phone
09 216 6222
Official website
theskinvet.co.nz/

Opening Hours

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08:00〜18:00
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Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.

Map

Clinic Address

1 Kenwyn Street, Parnell, Auckland 1052, New Zealand

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Parking

Watt Street carpark

76m
1 Watt Street, Parnell, Auckland 1052, New Zealand

World Wide Parking Group

127m
8a Cleveland Road, Parnell, Auckland 1052, New Zealand

State Highway 16 Parking

132m
16 State Highway, Parnell, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

Wilsons Parking 70 The Strand

166m
70 The Strand, Parnell, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

Gladstone Apartments Parking Building

185m
118 Gladstone Road, Parnell, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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.

The Skin Vet is in Parnell, Auckland 1052. No train, ferry or light-rail station was found within easy walking distance, so driving may be the simplest option, or you can check Google Maps for the nearest bus route; street parking is typically available in Parnell, but check local parking signs before leaving your car.

The Skin Vet is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. The provided hours do not list weekend opening, so call ahead to confirm availability before planning a visit.

You can contact The Skin Vet by phone on (09) 216 6222 or visit their website at http://www.theskinvet.co.nz/.

To book an appointment at The Skin Vet, contact the clinic directly or ask your regular vet about a referral. Reviews describe the clinic as appointment-only and referral-based, so it is best to organise this before travelling.

Consultation fees at The Skin Vet are not listed in the provided information, and veterinary fees in New Zealand vary by clinic and are not government-regulated. Call the clinic for a current quote before booking, and ask for an itemised written estimate for any testing, procedures or longer-term treatment plans; pet owners commonly rely on private pet insurance or payment-plan options in general, but you should confirm what applies to your own situation.

The Skin Vet's specific payment methods are not listed in the provided information. In New Zealand, vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa / Mastercard, contactless tap-and-go such as payWave or PayPass, Apple Pay / Google Pay and cash, and some may support pet-insurance claims or payment plans; call ahead to confirm before your appointment.

The Skin Vet focuses on specialist dermatology care for pets, including skin conditions, allergy testing and management, ear infections, itch diagnosis, long-term allergy treatment, immunotherapy and skin-related secondary infections. Reviews especially praise the clinic's knowledge around chronic itching, allergies and ear problems.

Street parking is typically available in Parnell near The Skin Vet. No nearby paid parking lot was found in the provided Google Places parking search, so allow extra time and check street signs for time limits, resident zones or payment requirements.

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Last updated: 16 July 2026