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2 Court Street, 2123, New Zealand
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Owner Review Summary
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners most consistently praised the team for being friendly, kind, compassionate and genuinely caring with animals and their people. Many reviews describe clear explanations, helpful advice, professional care, and strong trust built over many years, including with cats, dogs, large-breed dogs and older pets. End-of-life visits were often described as especially supportive, with staff giving families time, empathy and practical help during difficult decisions.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but a small number of owners raised concerns about rude or unhelpful reception/front-desk communication, especially around payment delays, euthanasia enquiries and ongoing medication collection. One reviewer felt a consultation was not thorough enough and sought another opinion, and another mentioned limited product availability and no after-hours service. Pricing was usually seen as fair or affordable, though one review called it over-expensive.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Compassionate end-of-life care
- Cat care and handling
- Dog and puppy care
- Large-breed dog handling
- Vaccinations and wellbeing advice
- Long-term family pet care
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#clearCommunication#professionalVets#helpfulAdvice#endOfLifeSupport#catCare#dogCare#longTermTrust#efficientService#affordablePricing#shortNoticeAppointments#frontDeskConcerns#limitedAfterHours#thoroughExplanations
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* Aspects marked with an asterisk are mentioned in too few reviews — scores are indicative only.
🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book ahead for repeat medication collections where possible, as one owner was told same-day requests can be difficult when the team is busy.
- If your pet needs urgent help near closing time, call first; several owners said the team made time for them, but availability may vary.
- Ask the vet or nurse to explain findings and costs clearly during the consult, as many reviewers found this helpful and reassuring.
- For end-of-life appointments, let the team know what support your family needs; reviewers often said they were given compassion, time and space.
- If after-hours cover or specific products are important to you, check availability before relying on the clinic.
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Opening Hours
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| 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
Lion's Lake
107mKitchener Road, Waiuku 2123, New Zealand
2 Constable Rd Parking
317m2 Constable Road, Auckland 2022, New Zealand
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Vet Centre Waiuku (CareVets) is located in Waiuku, Auckland 2123, although a street address was not provided in the source data. No train, ferry or light-rail station was found within walking distance, so driving is likely the simplest option; street parking is typically available in the suburb, but check local signs, or use Google Maps to find the nearest bus route.
The Vet Centre Waiuku (CareVets) is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm, Wednesday from 7:30am to 5:00pm, and Saturday from 8:30am to 2:00pm. Sunday hours were not listed, so call ahead to confirm before visiting.
You can contact The Vet Centre Waiuku (CareVets) by calling 09 235 9217 or visiting the clinic website at https://www.vetcentre.co.nz/.
You can book an appointment at The Vet Centre Waiuku (CareVets) by calling the clinic or using the contact options on its website. Reviews suggest the team may sometimes help with short-notice appointments, but availability can vary, so booking ahead is best.
Consultation fees vary by clinic in New Zealand and are not set by a government fee schedule. ACC covers human personal injury only and does not cover pets, so call the clinic for a current quote and ask for an itemised written estimate before procedures; you can also ask generally about private pet insurance or payment-plan options, without assuming they are available at this 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 also support pet-insurance claims or payment plans, but you should call ahead to confirm what The Vet Centre Waiuku (CareVets) currently accepts.
Street parking is typically available around Waiuku, and no nearby paid parking lot was identified in the provided Google Places parking data. Check street signs when you arrive, especially for time limits or loading zones.
The Vet Centre Waiuku (CareVets) is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 211 reviews. Pet owners most often praise the friendly, compassionate team, clear explanations, long-term trust, cat and dog care, and supportive end-of-life appointments, while a small number of reviews mention concerns about front-desk communication, product availability and after-hours cover.
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Last updated: 16 July 2026