Barkes Corner Veterinary Hospital

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👍What Pet Owners Praised

Owners consistently praised the team for compassionate, calm and professional care, especially when pets were seriously unwell, anxious, recovering from surgery, or nearing end of life. Many reviews describe clear explanations, strong follow-up, careful handling and a genuine willingness to go above and beyond. Long-term clients also emphasised trust, continuity and confidence in experienced vets who know their animals well.

💬Common Feedback & Suggestions

The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but a few concerns were raised. Pricing was criticised in two older reviews as excessive or money-focused, while another owner appreciated being offered cheaper options. One serious negative review described difficulty reaching the after-hours number during an emergency, and another mentioned poor communication around a bill.

🏥Clinic Specialties

  • Urgent and major surgery
  • Dental care and repeated dental work
  • End-of-life care and bereavement support
  • French bulldog and BOAS-related assessment
  • Avian, rabbit and reptile medicine
  • Ongoing care for anxious pets

🏷️Keywords

#compassionateCare#clearCommunication#experiencedVets#surgicalCare#emergencySupport#endOfLifeCare#friendlyReception#knowledgeableTeam#longTermTrust#anxiousPetCare#dentalCare#avianVet#rabbitCare#reptileVet#pricingConcerns#afterHoursAccess

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 estimate and payment plan before treatment if costs may increase.
  • For urgent after-hours situations, confirm the correct emergency contact process before you need it.
  • Tell the team if your pet is anxious, as several reviews mention patient handling and tailored care.
  • Bring questions to appointments; reviewers often valued the detailed explanations and follow-up advice.
  • Cat owners may appreciate the separate cat waiting room mentioned in the reviews.
📊 **Overall Ratings** - Medical Expertise: 93% satisfied (n=43) - Service Attitude: 93% satisfied (n=42) - Convenience: 67% satisfied (n=6) - Pricing: 40% satisfied (n=5) - Cleanliness: 100% satisfied (n=2) - Recommendability: 98% satisfied (n=43) 👍 **What Pet Owners Praised** Owners consistently praised the team for compassionate, calm and professional care, especially when pets were seriously unwell, anxious, recovering from surgery, or nearing end of life. Many reviews describe clear explanations, strong follow-up, careful handling and a genuine willingness to go above and beyond. Long-term clients also emphasised trust, continuity and confidence in experienced vets who know their animals well. 💬 **Common Feedback & Suggestions** The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but a few concerns were raised. Pricing was criticised in two older reviews as excessive or money-focused, while another owner appreciated being offered cheaper options. One serious negative review described difficulty reaching the after-hours number during an emergency, and another mentioned poor communication around a bill. 🏥 **Clinic Specialties** - Urgent and major surgery - Dental care and repeated dental work - End-of-life care and bereavement support - French bulldog and BOAS-related assessment - Avian, rabbit and reptile medicine - Ongoing care for anxious pets 🏷️ **Tags** #compassionateCare #clearCommunication #experiencedVets #surgicalCare #emergencySupport #endOfLifeCare #friendlyReception #knowledgeableTeam #longTermTrust #anxiousPetCare #dentalCare #avianVet #rabbitCare #reptileVet #pricingConcerns #afterHoursAccess 🐾 **Tips for Pet Owners** - Ask for a clear estimate and payment plan before treatment if costs may increase. - For urgent after-hours situations, confirm the correct emergency contact process before you need it. - Tell the team if your pet is anxious, as several reviews mention patient handling and tailored care. - Bring questions to appointments; reviewers often valued the detailed explanations and follow-up advice. - Cat owners may appreciate the separate cat waiting room mentioned in the reviews.

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Conditions commonly treated here

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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats

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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs

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Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy

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Cryptorchidism

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Contact

Clinic phone
07 543 0026

Opening Hours

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08:00〜17:30
09:00〜13:00
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Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.

Map

Clinic Address

507 State Highway 29, Greerton, Tauranga 3112, New Zealand

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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.

Barkes Corner Veterinary Hospital is in Greerton, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty 3112. No train, ferry or light-rail station was found within walking distance, so driving is likely the easiest option; street parking is typically available in this suburb, but check local signage. For public transport, use Google Maps to find the nearest Tauranga bus route for your starting point.

Barkes Corner Veterinary Hospital is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The provided hours do not list Sunday opening, so call ahead to confirm before visiting on weekends or public holidays.

You can contact Barkes Corner Veterinary Hospital by calling (07) 543 0026. You can also visit the clinic website at https://www.barkesvet.co.nz/ for more information.

To book an appointment at Barkes Corner Veterinary Hospital, call the clinic or use the contact options on its website. If your pet is anxious, unwell, needs dental care, or may need surgery, mention this when booking so the team can guide you on timing and preparation.

Consultation fees vary by clinic in New Zealand and are not regulated by a government veterinary fee schedule. Call Barkes Corner Veterinary Hospital for a current quote, and for procedures such as surgery or dental work, ask for an itemised written estimate before treatment. 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; after-hours or urgent care, where available, is typically more expensive than standard appointments.

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, but you should call ahead to confirm Barkes Corner Veterinary Hospital's current payment options. Some clinics may also support pet-insurance claims or payment plans, but availability needs to be confirmed directly with the clinic.

Review data highlights Barkes Corner Veterinary Hospital for urgent and major surgery, dental care, end-of-life care, French bulldog and BOAS-related assessment, avian, rabbit and reptile medicine, and ongoing care for anxious pets. If your pet needs a specific service, call to enquire before booking.

Barkes Corner Veterinary Hospital is rated 4.7 out of 5.0 from 64 reviews. Pet owners often praise the team for compassionate, calm and professional care, clear explanations, follow-up advice, experienced vets and support during serious illness, surgery recovery and end-of-life situations. A small number of reviews raised concerns about pricing, billing communication and after-hours access, so it is sensible to ask for estimates and confirm the urgent-care contact process in advance.

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Last updated: 16 July 2026