78 reviews
168/170 Hakiaha Street, 3920, New Zealand
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the team for being friendly, caring, supportive and reassuring, especially when pets or owners were stressed. Many reviews mention clear explanations, professional advice, knowledgeable vets and nurses, prompt treatment, and strong follow-up communication. Several owners also highlighted compassionate care during difficult situations, after-hours responsiveness, and a willingness to accommodate urgent needs or travelling clients.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with very few recurring concerns. The main negative theme is cost: two older reviews describe the clinic as expensive, including one strong complaint about needing a consult or prescription for an ear-cleaning product. Apart from pricing, there are no consistent complaints about service, cleanliness, access, or clinical care in the review set.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Urgent and after-hours pet care
- Surgery for pets
- Dog care including working dogs
- Cat care and end-of-life support
- Clear procedure explanations and follow-up plans
- Pet health advice and treatment planning
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#clearCommunication#knowledgeableTeam#promptService#afterHoursSupport#urgentTreatment#surgeryCare#catCare#dogCare#workingDogCare#endOfLifeSupport#reassuringTeam#fairPricesMentioned#expensiveConcerns#highlyRecommended
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Ask the team to talk you through procedures and follow-up plans, as reviewers often found their explanations clear and helpful.
- If your pet needs urgent attention, call ahead; reviews mention responsive after-hours help and quick treatment in urgent cases.
- Discuss costs before treatment or product purchases, as pricing feedback is mixed and a few owners felt it was expensive.
- For stressful visits or difficult decisions, expect a caring team, but let staff know what support or information you need.
- Travelling pet owners should phone first, as reviewers noted the clinic was accommodating when they were passing through.
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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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Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Petfirst & Farmfirst Veterinary King Country is located in Taumarunui, Manawatū-Whanganui 3920. No train, ferry or light-rail station was found within walking distance, so driving is likely the easiest option; street parking is typically available nearby, but check local signage when you arrive. If you are using public transport, check Google Maps for the nearest bus route before travelling.
Petfirst & Farmfirst Veterinary King Country is open Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, and Saturday from 9:00am to 12:00pm. The supplied hours do not list Sunday opening, so call ahead or check the clinic website before visiting on a weekend or public holiday.
You can contact Petfirst & Farmfirst Veterinary King Country by calling (07) 895 7585. You can also visit the clinic website at https://www.mypetfirst.co.nz/pages/clinic-king-country for more information.
To book an appointment at Petfirst & Farmfirst Veterinary King Country, call the clinic or use the contact options on its website. If your pet needs urgent attention, call ahead so the team can advise you on timing and next steps.
Veterinary consultation fees in New Zealand vary by clinic and are not regulated by a government fee schedule. ACC covers human personal injury only and does not cover pets, so owners usually rely on private pet insurance or payment-plan options in general. Call Petfirst & Farmfirst Veterinary King Country for a current quote, and ask for an itemised written estimate before procedures; after-hours or urgent care fees are typically higher.
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 Petfirst & Farmfirst Veterinary King Country currently accepts.
Petfirst & Farmfirst Veterinary King Country is associated with urgent and after-hours pet care in the review data. Pet owners mention after-hours responsiveness and quick treatment in urgent cases, so call ahead if your pet needs immediate attention.
Petfirst & Farmfirst Veterinary King Country is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 29 reviews. Pet owners often praise the friendly, caring and reassuring team, clear explanations, professional advice, prompt treatment and follow-up communication, while the main recurring concern in older feedback is cost.
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Last updated: 16 July 2026