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Owner Review Summary
Distilled from Google reviews — see what pet owners actually say
👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praise knowledgeable, professional veterinary care delivered with warmth and genuine empathy. Many reviews describe friendly vets and nurses who communicate clearly, explain conditions and options, follow up after treatment, and make both pets and owners feel welcome. Several owners also report strong outcomes, including recovery after illness, successful dental surgery, vaccinations and ongoing care over multiple years.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with no recurring complaints about care, attitude, access or facilities. Pricing is mentioned only a few times, but when it is raised it is described as fair, reasonable or acceptable. Cleanliness is rarely discussed, though one owner specifically noted bright, clean premises, so there is limited evidence for judging that aspect.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Senior cat health checks
- Dentistry and dental surgery
- Vaccinations and microchipping
- Sick cat treatment
- Dog and cat ongoing care
- End-of-life care
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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
- Ask for a clear explanation of your pet's condition and treatment options, as reviewers often found the team informative and easy to talk to.
- If your pet has surgery or treatment, expect useful pre- and post-care communication and consider asking what follow-up to watch for at home.
- This clinic appears well suited to cats and dogs needing ongoing care, vaccinations, dental work or illness checks.
- Pricing feedback is positive but based on a small number of reviews, so ask for an estimate before larger procedures.
- Appointment access was praised by one reviewer, but book ahead for routine checks where possible.
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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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| 08:30〜17:00 |
Hours notice
Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Parking
St Clair Esplanade Car Park
580mFrequently 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.
Vets @ St Clair is in St Clair, Dunedin, Otago 9012. No train, ferry or light-rail station was found within easy walking distance, so driving is likely the simplest option, or you can check Google Maps for the nearest Dunedin bus route. Street parking is typically available in this suburb, but check local signs before leaving your vehicle.
Vets @ St Clair is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. The clinic is not listed as open on weekends in the provided hours, so call ahead to confirm availability around public holidays or urgent needs.
You can contact Vets @ St Clair by phone on (03) 455 1010 or visit the clinic website at https://www.vetsatstclair.co.nz/. Calling is the best option for urgent questions, appointment availability, current fees or pre-visit advice.
To book an appointment at Vets @ St Clair, use the clinic website or call to enquire about the next available consultation. Book ahead for routine vaccinations, senior cat checks, dental assessments and ongoing dog or cat care, and mention any symptoms if your pet is unwell.
Consultation fees vary by clinic in New Zealand and are not regulated by a government fee schedule. There is no public veterinary care scheme for pets, and ACC covers human personal injury only, not animals. Call the clinic for a current quote, and for dental surgery or other procedures ask for an itemised written estimate before treatment. Pet owners commonly use private pet insurance or payment-plan options in New Zealand, but you should confirm directly what applies to your visit.
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, but call ahead to confirm what Vets @ St Clair currently accepts. Some clinics can also discuss pet-insurance claims or payment-plan options, depending on their own policies.
Vets @ St Clair is described as providing care for cats and dogs, including vaccinations, microchipping, dental care, sick cat treatment, senior cat health checks, ongoing pet care and end-of-life care. These services suit owners looking for routine preventive care as well as support for illness, ageing pets and dental problems.
Vets @ St Clair is highly reviewed, with a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 66 reviews. Pet owners praise knowledgeable vets, friendly nurses, clear communication, compassionate handling, follow-up after treatment, fair pricing comments and strong outcomes for care such as dental surgery, vaccinations, illness checks and long-term pet care.
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