Ourvets St Albans

Veterinary clinic in St Albans, Christchurch

Ourvets St Albans is a veterinary clinic located in the St Albans neighbourhood of Christchurch, caring for pets six days a week and closed on Sundays and public holidays. It is part of Ourvets, a multi-location practice where, according to its introduction, each veterinarian's areas of expertise complement one another to form a broad set of veterinary skills and knowledge.

Services and clinical capabilities

The clinic has digital radiography and in-house diagnostics. Its stated capabilities include animal medicine, soft tissue surgery and oncology. Services highlighted on the website include behaviour consultations, cancer care and treatment, general consultations, dentistry and pet desexing.

It also has cat boarding facilities, presented as luxurious accommodation for felines while their owners are away.

Veterinary and support team

The clinical team comprises Simon as Lead Veterinarian, and Tarryn, Heidi and Chloe as veterinarians. The support staff includes Melissa as Practice Manager, Anna as Head Veterinary Nurse, Annabelle and Dani as Veterinary Nurses, and Trinity and Laine on reception. The clinic notes that its veterinarians have a range of interests and expertise, with knowledge in medicine, surgery and animal behaviour.

NZVA accreditation

According to the clinic's own information, Ourvets St Albans was the first practice in Christchurch to gain accreditation from the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA). The clinic states that it has maintained this accreditation for years, which requires meeting strict standards and undergoing an audit every two years. Its latest Best Practice accreditation mentioned was completed in January 2017.

Service area

The clinic presents itself as an option for pet owners from St Albans, Edgeware, Merivale, Richmond, Papanui and Mairehau.

Informational content

The website includes a pet care advice section, with articles such as a guide to the litter box, a piece on the benefits of exercise for dogs and cats, and a welcome note for two new veterinarians who have joined the team.

Location and contact

98 Cranford Street, St Albans, Christchurch 8014 · Phone: (03) 355 6747 · Email: sa.reception@ourvets.co.nz · Hours: Monday to Friday: 08:00-19:00 | Saturday: 09:00-14:00 | Sunday: closed | Public holidays: closed