Consultations

Our standard consultation times start at 15 minutes, allowing us to address your concerns with care and attention. If your pet has multiple health issues or a complex condition, we may recommend a longer appointment to ensure we can fully evaluate and treat each concern.

During every consultation, we will:

  • Take a comprehensive history
  • Perform a full physical examination (as your pet allows)
  • Discuss our findings and concerns
  • Make appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations

Our goal is always to empower you with the information you need to make the best decisions for your pet’s health.

Vaccinations

We follow the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) vaccination guidelines, which are based on the latest international research and best practices. These protocols are designed to protect both your pet and your family from preventable infectious diseases.

We’ll tailor your pet’s vaccination schedule based on:

  • Age
  • Lifestyle
  • Risk factors
  • Local disease prevalence

Microchipping Your Pet: Peace of Mind for Life

A microchip is a simple, permanent way to identify your pet and dramatically increase the chances of being reunited if they’re ever lost or stolen. At our clinic, we strongly recommend microchipping for all cats and dogs—it’s a quick procedure that offers lifelong protection.

A microchip is a tiny device (about the size of a grain of rice) implanted just under your pet’s skin, usually between the shoulder blades. It contains a unique ID number that links to your contact details in a secure national database.

  • Permanent identification that can’t be lost or removed like a collar or tag
  • Quick scanning at vet clinics, shelters, and councils to help reunite you with your pet
  • Required by law for dogs (and strongly encouraged for cats)
  • Essential for travel, pet insurance, and registration

Microchipping is safe, fast, and no more uncomfortable than a regular injection. It can be done at any age and is often combined with a vaccination visit or performed while your pet is under anaesthetic for desexing.

We register all microchips with the New Zealand Companion Animal Register (NZCAR)—the leading national database. This gives your pet the best chance of being returned to you, even years later or far from home.

It’s important to keep your contact information up to date with NZCAR. A quick update online ensures your pet can always find their way back to you.

Ask us about microchipping today. It’s a simple step that can make all the difference in protecting the pet you love.