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Owner Review Summary
Distilled from Google reviews — see what pet owners actually say
👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners most consistently praised the team for being caring, friendly, patient and gentle with anxious or unwell pets. Many reviews describe vets and nurses explaining things clearly, listening to owners, following up, and working out practical treatment plans, including for surgery, illness, vaccinations and urgent short-notice visits. Several people also noted strong outcomes, such as pets recovering well after treatment or surgery, and long-term confidence in returning to the clinic.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with only a few concerns raised. One owner reported a serious negative experience involving a missed diagnosis and feeling dismissed, and another felt the front desk could have been more welcoming despite praising the vet. Pricing was mentioned rarely, but when it was, owners described it as reasonable, well priced or competitive; cleanliness was not specifically discussed in the reviews.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Dog and cat general practice
- Surgery and post-operative care
- Vaccinations and injections
- Urgent short-notice appointments
- Diagnostic work-ups and treatment plans
- Senior pet illness 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
- If your pet becomes unwell suddenly, call the clinic, as several owners said they were fitted in at short notice.
- Bring medication details when travelling; one review noted the team helped when a dog’s medication had been forgotten.
- Ask questions during the consult, as many owners said the team explained treatment plans and advice clearly.
- For surgery or procedures, discuss aftercare and follow-up expectations, which reviewers valued when their pets needed ongoing care.
- If front-desk welcome matters to you, be aware feedback is mostly positive but one owner found reception less welcoming on a visit.
Other areas this clinic treats
Common conditions in each area
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.
Franklin Vets - Paeroa is located in Paeroa, Waikato 3600. No train, ferry or light-rail station was found within easy walking distance, so driving is likely the most practical option; you can also check Google Maps for the nearest local bus route. Nearby paid parking was not identified, and street parking is typically available in the area, but check local signage before leaving your vehicle.
Franklin Vets - Paeroa is open Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. No weekend opening hours were provided, so call ahead to confirm availability before visiting outside standard weekday hours.
You can contact Franklin Vets - Paeroa by calling (07) 862 7295. You can also visit the clinic website at https://www.franklinvets.co.nz/about/our-clinics/paeroa for more information.
To book an appointment at Franklin Vets - Paeroa, call the clinic or use the contact options on its website. If your pet becomes unwell suddenly, call to enquire, as reviewers noted the team has helped with urgent short-notice visits when possible.
Veterinary consultation fees in New Zealand vary by clinic and are not government-regulated. ACC covers human personal injuries only and does not cover pets, and there is no government-published veterinary fee schedule. Call Franklin Vets - Paeroa for a current quote, and ask for an itemised written estimate before procedures or surgery. Pet owners commonly use private pet insurance or payment-plan options in New Zealand, but you should confirm directly with the clinic what, if any, options it accepts.
Most New Zealand vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa / Mastercard, contactless tap-and-go such as payWave or PayPass, Apple Pay / Google Pay, and sometimes cash. Some clinics may also support pet-insurance claims or payment plans, but call ahead to confirm what Franklin Vets - Paeroa accepts before your appointment.
Franklin Vets - Paeroa is described as a dog and cat general practice offering care such as vaccinations and injections, surgery and post-operative care, diagnostic work-ups, treatment plans, urgent short-notice appointments, and senior pet illness care. Ask the clinic directly whether your pet's specific condition or procedure can be managed there.
Franklin Vets - Paeroa is highly reviewed, with a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 107 reviews. Pet owners most often praise the caring, friendly and gentle team, clear explanations, practical treatment plans, follow-up care, surgery support, vaccination visits and help with urgent appointments. Feedback is overwhelmingly positive, though a small number of reviews raised concerns about one missed-diagnosis experience and one less welcoming reception interaction.
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