Harewood Veterinary Hospital

Small animal veterinary clinic in Bishopdale

Harewood Veterinary Hospital is a small animal clinic located in Bishopdale, Christchurch. It cares for dogs, cats, pocket pets and birds, and presents itself as a trusted centre for pet owners from nearby areas such as Papanui, Harewood, Burnside, Casebrook and Belfast.

The veterinary team consists of Michael, as lead veterinarian, together with Michelle, Riana, Yasmin, Nick and Kathrin. The clinic also has a support team made up of a practice manager, several veterinary nurses, reception staff and two cat boarding attendants. The clinic offers referral services for Kathrin Brinker.

Clinical and surgical services

Patient care covers general medicine, surgery, dentistry and radiography. The service list includes consultations, behaviour advice, cancer care treatment and pet desexing. The clinic notes that it is changing the way it carries out dental treatments.

Cat boarding and products

Harewood Cat Cottage, a cat boarding facility with outdoor access, operates on site. The clinic also offers online ordering and Click & Collect for pet food and products.

Puppy programme and preventive care

Its offerings include a Puppy School programme designed to give puppies a good start. The clinic presents itself as a source of support for everyday care and preventive health, as well as for times when something is not right, throughout the different life stages of the pet.

Team and owner guidance

The veterinary team combines interests and experience in medicine, surgery and animal behaviour. The clinic states that its approach is based on offering professional advice and recommendations so that owners can make informed decisions about the ongoing care of their animals.

Involvement with the local community

The centre takes part in the annual Bark in the Park event, runs free microchipping clinics and works with local schools on activities to educate people about responsible pet ownership.

Location and contact

207 Harewood Road, Bishopdale, Christchurch 8053 · Phone: (03) 352 2574 · Email: reception@harewoodvet.co.nz · Hours: Monday to Friday: 08:00-19:00; Saturday: 09:00-14:00; Sunday: closed; public holidays: closed