21 reviews
220 Balmacewen Road, Wakari, 9010, New Zealand
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Owner Review Summary
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the team as kind, caring, friendly and helpful, with many comments highlighting compassionate support during emergencies and end-of-life visits. Reviews also point to knowledgeable, professional vets who explain things clearly, look after pets attentively, and achieve good outcomes in urgent or serious situations. Long-term loyalty is a strong theme, with many owners saying they have trusted the clinic for years or would not take their pets anywhere else.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but a few concerns were raised. Some owners reported difficulty joining as a client or getting an appointment, and one felt reception was cold or standoffish. One reviewer questioned the cost of an after-hours consultation, while another noted the clinic could be a wee bit busy, though they still found the staff friendly and helpful.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Emergency and after-hours care
- End-of-life care and euthanasia support
- Cat and dog general practice
- Vaccinations and annual health checks
- Dental cleaning
- Puppy socialisation classes
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#clearCommunication#emergencyCare#afterHoursCare#endOfLifeSupport#knowledgeableVets#longTermTrust#reasonablePricing#helpfulReception#shortWaits#easyParking#petComfort#professionalCare#appointmentAccessIssues
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* Aspects marked with an asterisk are mentioned in too few reviews — scores are indicative only.
🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- If you are a new or returning client, check enrolment availability before assuming you can book in.
- For urgent or after-hours care, ask about the consultation fee upfront so there are no surprises.
- Let the team know if your pet is anxious or unwell; reviewers often found the vets attentive and gentle with pets.
- Use the clinic for routine checks and vaccinations as well as urgent concerns, as both are mentioned positively in reviews.
- If accessibility matters, note that reviewers mention easy parking and ramp access.
Other areas this clinic treats
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Conditions commonly treated here
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Deciduous Teeth, Persistent (Retained)
Dentigerous Cyst
Enamel Hypoplasia/Hypocalcification
Feline Stomatitis-Feline Chronic Gingivostomatitis (FCGS)
Gingival Enlargement/Hyperplasia
Halitosis
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Opening Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| 08:30〜17:30 | |||||||
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| 09:30〜11:00 |
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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.
Vets on Balmac is in Wakari, Dunedin, Otago 9010. No nearby train, ferry or light-rail station was found within walking distance, so driving is likely the simplest option; street parking is typically available in this suburb, but check local signage when you arrive. For public transport, check Google Maps for the nearest Dunedin bus route to Wakari.
Vets on Balmac is open Monday 8:30 am-5:30 pm, Tuesday to Thursday 8:30 am-6:00 pm, Friday 8:30 am-5:30 pm, and Saturday 9:30 am-11:00 am. No Sunday hours were provided, so call ahead to confirm availability before visiting.
You can contact Vets on Balmac by calling (03) 467 2346. The clinic also lists its website as http://www.vetsonbalmac.co.nz/.
To book an appointment at Vets on Balmac, call the clinic or use the contact options on its website. Pet owner feedback suggests appointment or client enrolment availability can sometimes be limited, so check whether the clinic is accepting new or returning clients before assuming you can book.
Consultation fees at Vets on Balmac may vary because veterinary fees in New Zealand are set by each clinic and are not government-regulated. Call to enquire about the current consultation price, and ask for an itemised written estimate before procedures such as dental work or treatment plans. After-hours or emergency consultations are typically higher than standard appointments. Pet owners in New Zealand generally rely on private pet insurance or payment-plan options, but you should confirm any claim or finance arrangements directly with the clinic.
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. Some clinics may also support pet-insurance claims or payment plans, but call ahead to confirm what Vets on Balmac currently accepts.
Yes, the review summary identifies emergency and after-hours care as a clinic specialty for Vets on Balmac. If your pet needs urgent help outside normal hours, call to enquire about availability and ask about the after-hours consultation fee upfront.
Street parking is typically available near Vets on Balmac in Wakari, and reviewers mention easy parking and ramp access. No nearby paid parking lot was found in the provided Google Places search, so check street signs and allow extra time if you are visiting during a busy period.
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Last updated: 16 July 2026