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Owner Review Summary
Distilled from Google reviews — see what pet owners actually say
👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the team for being warm, patient, compassionate and genuinely good with animals, including anxious pets, cats, dogs, kittens and small animals. Many reviews describe knowledgeable vets and nurses, clear explanations, thorough treatment, helpful advice and strong outcomes, including pets recovering well after illness, injury, dental work and serious conditions. Long-term clients also valued the clinic as a reliable local vet with staff who remember their pets and treat them with care.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but a small number of owners raised concerns. The main issues were front-counter delays or understaffing, strict handling of a late arrival, and frustration about costs, weekend surcharges or medication mark-ups. A few reviewers also questioned treatment quality or felt their pet’s condition did not improve, so owners may want to ask clear questions about treatment options, expected outcomes and pricing before proceeding.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Cat and dog veterinary care
- Desexing for kittens
- Ultrasound appointments
- Dental extractions
- Cancer and serious illness care
- End-of-life care
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Overall Ratings
🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Ask for a cost estimate for medications, weekend appointments and treatment plans, as several reviewers mention pricing concerns.
- Arrive on time for appointments, as one review reports being turned away after arriving a few minutes late.
- If your pet is anxious, mention this early; reviewers say the team can be patient and offer calming strategies.
- For injuries or sudden concerns, call ahead, as one owner said their cat was assessed and treated quickly despite not having an appointment.
- Ask the vet or nurse to explain the treatment plan and follow-up expectations, especially for wounds or conditions that may need more than one visit.
Other areas this clinic treats
Common conditions in each area
Conditions commonly treated here
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Adenocarcinoma, Anal Sac
Adenocarcinoma, Lung
Adenocarcinoma, Nasal
Adenocarcinoma, Pancreas
Adenocarcinoma, Prostate
Adenocarcinoma, Salivary Gland
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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.
Parking
Parking Mode (Wellington Airport)
586mWindy Depot
634mFrequently 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.
Animates Vetcare Clinic Miramar is located in Miramar, Wellington 6022. No train, ferry or light-rail station was found within easy walking distance, so driving or checking Google Maps for the nearest bus route is usually the most practical option; street parking is typically available in the suburb, but check local signage before leaving your vehicle.
Animates Vetcare Clinic Miramar is open Monday 8:00am-7:00pm, Tuesday to Friday 8:00am-6:30pm, and Saturday 9:00am-4:00pm. Sunday hours were not listed in the provided information, so call ahead to confirm before visiting on a Sunday or public holiday.
You can contact Animates Vetcare Clinic Miramar by calling (04) 380 9820. You can also visit the clinic website at https://animatesvetcare.co.nz/clinics/animates-vetcare-miramar for clinic information and online details.
You can book an appointment with Animates Vetcare Clinic Miramar through the clinic website or by calling the clinic to enquire. If your pet is anxious, injured, unwell, or may need urgent assessment, mention this when booking so the team can advise on the best next step.
Consultation fees vary by clinic in New Zealand and are not regulated by a government veterinary fee schedule. Call the clinic for a current quote before booking, and for procedures such as desexing, ultrasound, dental extractions or serious illness care, ask for an itemised written estimate; pet insurance and payment-plan options may be available generally in New Zealand, but you should confirm any specific options directly with the 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 cash, but you should call ahead to confirm what Animates Vetcare Clinic Miramar currently accepts. Some clinics may also support pet-insurance claims or payment plans, so ask before your appointment if this matters for your visit.
Animates Vetcare Clinic Miramar is described as providing cat and dog veterinary care, desexing for kittens, ultrasound appointments, dental extractions, cancer and serious illness care, and end-of-life care. Pet owners also mention knowledgeable vets and nurses, clear explanations, thorough treatment and care for anxious pets.
Animates Vetcare Clinic Miramar has a 4.6 out of 5 rating from 129 reviews. Reviews commonly praise warm, patient and compassionate staff, knowledgeable vets, clear explanations, and good care for cats, dogs, kittens and small animals, while some owners mention concerns about front-counter delays, late-arrival handling, costs, weekend surcharges and medication mark-ups.
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