Forrest Hill Veterinary Clinic & Hospital

Companion animal veterinary clinic in Forrest Hill, Auckland

Forrest Hill Veterinary Clinic & Hospital is a veterinary centre located at 218 Forrest Hill Road, in Forrest Hill, Auckland. According to its own presentation, it has been providing veterinary services to companion animals on Auckland's North Shore for over thirty years. The team consists of qualified veterinarians and veterinary nursing staff, and the clinic describes itself as a centre that seeks to continually maintain and improve its practice standards.

Medicine, surgery and diagnostics

The veterinary team comprises Dr Louise, Dr Mark, Dr Bede, Dr Sophia and Dr Gina. Their stated areas of interest and expertise cover advanced medicine and surgery, diagnostics and imaging, and dental care, among others. The clinic performs in-house blood tests, ultrasounds, radiology and imaging tests, as well as orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery. It also provides referrals to veterinary specialists and pet cancer care.

Health and wellbeing services

Care services include health checks, nurse consults, internal and external parasite control, vaccination, microchipping and effective flea control. Specific attention is given to puppies and kittens, with new pet services, and to senior animals, with check-ups and care suited to that stage. The clinic also addresses weight issues through weight loss programmes and offers behaviour consultations.

Dentistry and dental care

Dental care for dogs and cats is among the featured services, with veterinary dental care and specific dental care for kittens.

Grooming, food and puppy school

In addition to veterinary care, the centre has a grooming and washing service for dogs and cats, and offers a range of pet food and products, including prescription veterinary food and specific diets. The clinic runs puppy school classes, presented as fun and effective.

Team and customer service

Alongside the veterinarians, the team includes Kathy as practice manager, Emma as lead surgical nurse, Angela as team leader, and veterinary nurses Kate F., Jeanette, Brigitte, Aimee, Sam, Sue, Yulia and Rianna. The clinic notes that its animal health team provides education and advice so that pets can have the longest, happiest and healthiest life possible, and that clients receive professional advice and recommendations first and foremost to make decisions about their animals' care.

Publications and appointment booking

The site maintains a pet advice section with articles on osteoarthritis in pets, health checks for senior animals, the best start for puppies and kittens, geriatric check-ups, pet age calculator, parasites, and kitten socialisation and dental care, among other topics. The clinic allows online appointment booking with availability updated in real time.

Location and contact

218 Forrest Hill Road, Forrest Hill, Auckland 0620 · Phone: (09) 410 5169 · Email: reception@forresthillvet.co.nz