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86 Harris Street, 2120, New Zealand
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the team for being friendly, caring, professional and gentle with anxious, elderly and seriously unwell pets. Many reviews mention clear explanations, useful advice, confidence in the vets' clinical judgement, and good support through stressful situations such as surgery, emergencies and euthanasia. Long-term clients also describe strong trust in the clinic, with several saying they would recommend it or keep returning.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but a small number raise serious concerns about cost, payment flexibility, appointment availability, inconsistent follow-up and disputed clinical outcomes. Pricing feedback is mixed: many owners found the clinic fair, affordable or willing to work within a budget, while others felt consults or treatment were expensive. A few reviewers also mentioned difficulty getting appointments, waiting for medications, or feeling turned away when payment could not be made immediately.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Companion animal general practice
- Surgery and post-operative care
- Dental extractions
- Emergency and urgent pet care
- Euthanasia and end-of-life support
- Farm animal visits
🏷️Keywords
#friendlyStaff#compassionateCare#clearCommunication#professionalVets#helpfulReception#surgeryCare#euthanasiaSupport#emergencyCare#fairPricing#afterpayAvailable#appointmentAvailability#longTermClients#knowledgeableTeam#anxiousPets#cleanClinic#mixedCostFeedback
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Ask for an estimate before treatment, as pricing feedback varies and some owners found costs higher than expected.
- If cost is a concern, discuss your budget early; several reviews mention payment support, Afterpay, or help finding lower-cost options.
- Book ahead where possible, as a few reviewers reported appointment availability issues during busy periods.
- Bring questions about diagnosis, treatment and aftercare, as reviewers often found the vets willing to explain plans clearly.
- For nervous or elderly pets, let the team know in advance; many owners said staff were gentle and calming with anxious animals.
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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
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| 07:30〜18:00 | |||||||
| 08:30〜14:00 |
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Hours notice
Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Parking
29 Edinburgh St Parking
168m29 Edinburgh Street, Pukekohe 2022, New Zealand
3 Roulston St Parking
234m3 Roulston Street, Pukekohe 2022, New Zealand
177 king street
313m177 King Street, Pukekohe 2120, New Zealand
7 Massey Ave Parking
321m205 King Street, Pukekohe 2022, New Zealand
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Vet Centre Pukekohe (CareVets) is in Pukekohe, Auckland 2120. No train, ferry or light-rail station was found within walking distance, so driving is likely to be the most practical option, or you can check Google Maps for the nearest bus route. Street parking is typically available in this suburb, but check local signage before leaving your vehicle.
The Vet Centre Pukekohe (CareVets) is open Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturday from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm. No Sunday hours were provided, so call ahead to confirm availability before visiting.
You can contact The Vet Centre Pukekohe (CareVets) by calling (09) 238 6897. You can also visit the clinic website at https://www.vetcentre.co.nz/ for more information.
To book an appointment at The Vet Centre Pukekohe (CareVets), call the clinic or use the contact options on its website. Booking ahead is sensible, as some pet owners have mentioned appointment availability can be tight during busy periods.
Consultation fees at The Vet Centre Pukekohe (CareVets) 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, and ask for an itemised written estimate before procedures such as surgery, dental extractions or urgent care. After-hours or emergency fees are typically higher. Pet owners in New Zealand generally rely on private pet insurance or payment-plan options where available, so ask early if cost or staged payment is a concern.
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 The Vet Centre Pukekohe (CareVets) accepts. Reviews mention payment support and Afterpay, but it is still best to confirm current payment-plan options directly with the clinic before treatment.
The provided review summary mentions emergency and urgent pet care, with owners describing support during stressful emergency situations. For a current emergency process or after-hours instructions, call to enquire before you need urgent help, as availability and fees can vary.
The Vet Centre Pukekohe (CareVets) is described as a companion animal general practice offering surgery and post-operative care, dental extractions, emergency and urgent pet care, euthanasia and end-of-life support, and farm animal visits. If your pet needs a specific procedure, call to check suitability and appointment availability.
Street parking is typically available near The Vet Centre Pukekohe (CareVets) in Pukekohe. No nearby paid parking lot was found in the provided Google Places parking search, so allow a little extra time and check street signs for any time limits or restrictions.
The Vet Centre Pukekohe (CareVets) has a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 329 reviews. Pet owners often praise the friendly staff, compassionate care, clear communication and professional vets, especially with anxious, elderly or seriously unwell pets. Feedback on pricing is mixed, so asking for estimates before treatment is a good idea.
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Last updated: 16 July 2026