ARC North
224 Albany Hwy
0632, Auckland
+6492815815

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ARC Vets is committed to providing NZ’s best veterinary expertise and care, with two state-of-the-art Auckland facilities in Albany (ARC North) and Freemans Bay (ARC Central). Within our network we have the widest range of board certified veterinary specialists in NZ, supported by an experienced team of emergency veterinarians, nurses and support staff.
At ARC Vets, every patient receives compassionate, personalised care. We work closely with pet owners and referring veterinarians to ensure every animal has a comprehensive treatment plan in place.

Our comment from InfoVet about ARC North:

ARC North is an esteemed veterinary emergency service center dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets and their owners in New Zealand. Our team of compassionate and knowledgeable staff goes above and beyond to ensure the comfort and wellbeing of every animal that walks through our doors. Many clients express their gratitude for the empathy and professionalism displayed during emotional and distressing times, highlighting moments of kindness such as making paw prints and providing soft comfort for pets in their last moments.

Clients have noted that from the moment they arrive, they are met with friendly staff who are eager to help, efficiently addressing the needs of both pets and their owners. Notably, the facility is well-equipped with separate waiting areas for dogs and cats, allowing for a more tailored experience. The team’s commitment to clear communication throughout the treatment process has also garnered praise, as they always strive to keep pet owners well informed about their pets' conditions and treatment options.

While some feedback has mentioned costs being on the higher end, clients understand that this reflects the high level of care and expertise available at ARC North. Our dedication to quality service is what truly sets us apart in the field of veterinary care.

Overall, ARC North continues to receive high recommendations from satisfied pet owners who appreciate the love and attention given to their animals, making it a trusted choice for any pet emergency.

Services

Hospitalization
Veterinary Emergencies

ARC North: Reviews

4.8/5 (199 Reviews)
Tina Bradley Posted on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: Kind and caring and swift staff to help in a very difficult situation. Very thankful for their thorough care and empathy of Mabel our beloved bunny, cleaned her up, wrapped her in a blanket for us and offered to make paw prints and nose print in clay for us if we wanted.

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Awww thank you for sharing your thoughts on your visit to us. I'm sorry that you had to say goodbye to your sweet Mabel but it's wonderful to hear that our kind team did everything within their power to show they cared and understood. Thanks so much for the 5 stars. I hope you have many happy memories of your sweet Mabel to hold close to your heart

Raewyn Bennett Posted on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: Staff are so lovely to deal with especially the vet we dealt with who was so thorough and explained everything to us so carefully

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Glad you were so happy with our staff and the communication provided, That's such a vital part of the experience! Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review :)

Lynn & Graham Gillett Posted on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: If you’re pet is unwell go to ARC North for expert help and calm friendly service

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Thank you, Lynne! Great to hear you recommend us so highly! Have a great Easter

Louise Toulson Posted on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: ARC north is such a lovey service! We had never been before, first time for us and as we entered we were impressed! It was 5 stars from the moment we walked through the door. From the receptionist, to the nurse, to the vet - everyone took the utmost care of our baby, they were loving, caring, and attentive to every detail, we felt at ease the whole time. I would highly recommend!

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Oh wow! Wonderful to hear you were so happy and impressed! We think we've amassed an incredible team of caring and incredibly knowledgeable individuals, but we are biased. Glad you appreciated them, and your experience, so much. Thanks so much for taking the time to share your feedback. Have a great day!

Catharine Lauderbaugh Posted on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Everyone was so kind and friendly, and they were able to help our dog quickly. They were very thorough, making sure they didn't miss anything. Thank you for being so kind during a stressful day for us!

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You are welcome! Thanks for the 5 stars. Our friendly and competent team are always here when/if you need us :)

Derek Nicoll Posted on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Polite, friendly and professional staff. All round excellent

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Amazing to hear how happy you were! We'll share your appreciation with our hard-working team. Thanks so much for taking the time to share the review :)

Christine Bagley Posted on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Our Cavoodle had to have a large furball removed. Ryan and his nurse were very friendly and professional.

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Thanks Christine :) Glad that you and your pooch were happy with our friendly and competent team :) We really appreciate the great review!

Jill Wright Posted on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Staff at ARC are very pleasant and efficient. They treated our dog when he devoured several Cadbury’s Favourites, along with a wrapper. He is fine now and we are very grateful for the efficient service.

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Wonderful to hear that you were happy with your experience, Jill. Glad to hear your pooch is doing great. He's not the first pooch who has got into the chocolates (including wrappers!). Doggy senses of smell manage to sniff out all the treats. Thanks so much for taking the time to share this review for us. It means a lot :)

Samuel Wattam Posted on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: ARC North - everyone we dealt with was friendly and helpful. One great feature of the building, is that dogs and cats are separated in different areas/waiting rooms. They also have a lot of individual waiting rooms, so we had a private room, and didn't have to wait in the waiting room/reception area.

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Wonderful to hear that you loved our awesome team! And our facilities where we have indeed made many special considerations for the different needs of cats and dogs! Thanks so much for taking the time to write this review and sharing your experience. It means a lot to us!

Avi N Ash Posted on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: We were concerned about our puppy twice and called to seek advice on taking her in for an afterhours consult. We got such helpful, vet-backed advice from the receptionist and nurse. Patiently & thoroughly took the the time to go through our concerns, check resources, call back and provide us with clear & explanatory responses that were very practically applicable/useful - to monitor or care for, both circumstances. Thank you so much, we are forever grateful and if this is the kind of genuine care pets get without even being brought in, I can only imagine how incredibly well y'all look after them in-person.

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Wonderful! Sorry for the delay in replying. It's wonderful to hear that our team were so helpful for you. We are all consummate animal lovers and do everything within our power to help animals and provide good, sound advice to pet owners. Should you need us again in the future (and we hope you don't!) please know that we are here to help 24/7

Fletch Gilbert Posted on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing dermatologist. Sorted my cat out right away and takes amazing care of her. Forever grateful to Lesley and her team at ARC

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Awww yay! Yes Dr Leslie Sauber and her team of wonderful nurses are excellent! Glad they got your kitty all sorted! Thanks so much for taking the time to share the lovely review :)

Brooke Posted on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Being an after hours vet they probably deal with a lot of emergencies and we were super thankful they could take our dog in when he needed it. The staff were very knowledgeable and friendly - would definitely recommend them and go back if the situation ever arose again.

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Thanks, Brooke! It's fabulous to hear that you were so happy with our team. Yes, we're here 24/7, should you need us again. But we hope your dog stays well and out of trouble and you don't need to visit us again any time soon!

Campbell Cave Posted on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Hi, very efficient and professional team. Great service.

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Wonderful to hear that you were so happy with the experience and service provided with our friendly and competent team. Thanks so much for taking the time to give us the 5 stars! It meas a lot

Denise Burns Posted on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve been to ARC many times with my animals and they always give great care. The most recent visit with Jasper was the hardest, but Lucie and the team at ARC North were awesome. I really appreciate the service

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It's wonderful to hear that you have consistently received such great care. I have shared this lovely feedback with Lucie, as I know it will mean a lot to her. Great to hear you appreciate us and know we're here 24/7 if you need us. Thanks so much for sharing this lovely feedback!

Maryann Green Posted on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Sadly our cat had a traumatic injury this afternoon. The ARC nurse and vet both treated our precious Luna with genuine warmth and gentle care. Although it was a truly sad day for our family as we said goodbye, the staff were very empathetic with us and made a terrible moment more bearable. They were open and honest about the situation and gave us very clear guidance. We truly appreciate the warm professionalism shown by the entire team from reception through to the vet. On reflection there were so many little touches that transformed the experience. From the speed at which Luna was made confortabke from their pain, the soft cat bed Luna was placed on to make him comfortable, the time and space we were given to say our goodbyes, to the candle placed in reception. Thank you for the wonderful work you do. I would 100% recommend you to anyone who needs emergency vet care.

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Maryann, thank you for your lovely words and the time and thought put into this review. We're truly sorry that you had to say goodbye to your kitty, but it's wonderful to hear that the efforts made to minimise the stress and pain of the experience (as much as possible) were noted and resonated with you. Thank you so much for the lovely review. And we hope that, with time, the pain of your kitty's loss eases and you are left with only the happy memories of the time you have spent together

Jacqui Belcher Posted on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Customer service was excellent and informative. The premises very clean and we loved the separate areas for cats and dogs. Was a worrying time yet the whole team there were very reassuring and professional. Thank you

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Oh that's lovely to read, Jacqui! Glad you found our team so helpful and kind when you were worried about your kitty. Man, look at that gorgoeus floofy tummy furr! Glorious! Hope Amber is doing much better. Thanks so much for taking the time to share your feedback :)

Nicole Arthur Posted on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: very well run, great communication and care

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Fabulous to hear you were so happy :) Thanks so much for the 5 stars and sharing of your experience!

Pam H Posted on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent caring service. Great communication. Thank you.

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Fabulous to hear :) Care plus professionalism. Thanks so much for sharing this!

Ricol Li Posted on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the team at Albany ARC, especially Dr Lucie and Dr Markian, for saving my dog Dyson’s eye during the New Year holiday period. We were so lucky when most regular vets were closed, Albany ARC was there for us. Both doctors spent an incredible amount of time and care treating Dyson, and thanks to their prompt and professional treatment, his eye was saved. I really appreciate that throughout the process, they always kept us well updated, which gave us so much reassurance during a very stressful time. I am also grateful to the nurses, reception staff, and specialists for their kindness, support, and teamwork. We are extremely grateful to have had your support when we needed it most. Thank you for everything you did for Dyson and for us.

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Yay how lovely this is to read! It's fabulous to hear that all the efforts and kindness from our team were so appreciated. And yay for saving Dyson's eye! What a great win and fabulous outcome. Thank you so much for taking the time to share this review. It has been forwarded along to Dr Lucie and Dr Markian. I'm sure it will mean a lot to them! Give Dyson a pat from us

Adam Northgrave Posted on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: We visited at 3am for urgent care after our cat was attacked by two dogs on our own property. The team at ARC took exceptional care of Joey, ensuring she was comfortable and calm throughout a very stressful situation. They explained everything clearly — the recommended care plan, pricing options, and their findings the following day. When Joey was ready for discharge, they made sure we were well prepared for her recovery at home, including demonstrating how to administer her pain relief. We’re incredibly grateful for the care, professionalism, and genuine empathy shown by the ARC North team, both to Joey and to us.

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Thanks so much for this lovely review! It's awesome to hear how our team's comprehensive care and open, clear communication meant so much to you. Give Joey a pat from us!

Barry Posted on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Great emergency pet care. Helped my daughters cat live to fight another day, and all outside of normal working hours. Pricey but worth it.

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Thanks Barry! Great to hear we were able to help your daughter's beloved kitty. Glad you can see the high quality and value of our services :)

Barbara Jacobs Posted on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: A great vets the staff were amazing and reassuring and made me less stressed over my little dog I recommend highly

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Awesome to hear, Barbara. Glad we were able to help and soothe your concerns :) Thanks so much for the great review!

Megan Cheshire Posted on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Great experience at ARC vet hospital with our Labrador who consumed recreational drugs (eaten in long grass during a walk) not known at the time, figured he had consumed poison of some sort. Recreational drugs detected through urine sample. Thankfully only a small doseage consumed and lived to tell the story. Now referred to as Snoop Dog Friendly caring service from arrival at reception. Not sure of the young women's name as not listed on the website but she was great and very good at dealing with multiple people including a very rude woman who spoke to her rudely. She did not show she was affected and kept her cool. A big thanks to Yi who was caring and compassionate with our dog and spoke very clearly and in a way we could understand what was required to try and help our dog. Also a big thank you to Christina who discharged our dog the next morning. Christina was so friendly and caring and also explained most likely how our dog had consumed the drugs (human faeces) and was great to chat to. HIGHLY recommend if you need vet/emergency ❤️

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Thanks so much for the 5 stars and the shout out to so many of our awesome team members who made the experience what it was. We are so incredibly lucky with the caring and skilled set of individuals we have on board! Sadly, we see a few dogs with recreational drugs these days. It's a worrying trend. We have shared a few public service notices through our social media accounts warning of the signs!!! I'm so glad your pup is doing ok. Snoop dog is a fabulous and perfect nickname! Will have to share that (as well as your lovely feedback) with the team. Thank you :)

H Y Posted on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: My two years old male cat has been diagnosed and treated in ARC vets Shore for a urinary obstruction. I had already received injections and medication from the local vet, but it didn't get better for 4 days and got worse, so I ended up coming to the ARC over the weekend. He was hospitalized for a day and returned safely to our family today. I'm grateful to the kind vet, Jess, for her prompt and clear treatment and explanations. My cat can now urinate and I can immediately tell that he is doing much better than yesterday. Of course, I had to pay not kind medical expenses, but this opportunity gave me the opportunity to learn about various diseases that frequently occur in male cats. I highly recommend ARC vets Shore.

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Great to hear that your found our team kind, informative and able to get to the bottom of what has been going on with your sweet kitty. Thank you so much for the 5 stars and your kind words of appreciation for our hard-working team

Pearl Tottenham Posted on Google 5 months ago

Negative experience: Honestly disappointing in my experience with ARC vets, we will not be coming back. Had to take my boy cat in for a urinary blockage at about 9pm. Vets quoted me $3,600 to treat him and keep him overnight. He has full pet insurance, who would arrange a direct claim, but as it was out of business hours I couldn't get pre-approval then and there. They said they needed a minimum of $900 to be paid before he could receive any treatment, then the rest when I was to pick him up at 4am. They will refuse treatment to your pet if you cannot pay there and then EVEN if your insurance will pay. I was about to be turned away with pain medication and "hopes that he will make it through the night". The vet even mentioned having to put him down if I could not pay for treatment then and there. Very disappointed, and a very traumatising experience. Will not be coming back.

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Hi Pearl. I’m sorry that we didn’t meet your expectations this visit. Unfortunately, we do require payment of a portion of an estimate in order to commence treatment. Our payment policy is readily available online, to provide transparency and the ability to plan. It can be viewed here: https://arcvets.co.nz/resources/payment-policies-options-at-arc-vets/

We commend you for having the foresight, good judgement and sense to take out pet insurance! As you have experienced, whilst it doesn’t completely remove finances from decision-making processes with regards to a pet’s health, it does ease the burden. We do our very best to make payment easy, through offering direct claims for some insurers, as well as multiple payment options and also smartcover finance. We cannot, unfortunately, control the hours that pet insurance companies operate in order to approve direct claims.

As a business we do require payment and the use of expensive staff resources and consumables. We have been stung too many times over the years by clients who have said they will pay. Many human GP clinics (including mine) require full pre-payment of consultation beforehand. I expect they have also been stung by people over time and have costs they have to cover.

Our team will always look out for the welfare of a patient and pain medication or euthanasia may be raised as options when payment concerns are raised by an owner, in order to provide all options with informed consent.

I hope this helps you understand a bit some of the factors that are outside of our control and the steps that we do take to ensure transparency, and options for pet owners

Jeremy Crosby Posted on Google 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Highly recommended Very experienced and qualified vets. Great communication skills. Good timekeeping too.

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Oh yay! That's a lot of important areas to deliver on. Wonderful. Thanks so much for the great review :)

Helen Cox Posted on Google 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend. So kind, caring and thorough. Put my mind at rest when my girl wasn’t eating and couldn’t get into her regular vet. Thanks so much ARC for looking after Nellie so well

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Thank you :) It was a pleasure to help you and Nellie out when you needed us! Thanks so much for sharing this review :)

Luiza Gomes Posted on Google 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent service, great care given with a thorough examination and well thought out diagnosis. Highly recommend ARC for all your animal needs and urgent care

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Oh yay! Very pleased to hear it, Luiza. Thanks so much for the 5 stars and sharing your appreciation. It was our pleasure to help :)

Gina Morris Posted on Google 6 months ago

Negative experience: Lack of compassion, no diagnosis and ridiculous cost. We arrived at 11 pm, so it was an after-hours consult, a real emergency for us. The vet would not treat our pet in front of us, whisking her away into a back room for a simple injection! A preliminary hand examination was done, then a quote for nearly $2,000 to book her in over night for tests. No book in, no tests, no diagnosis. Held to ransom for money. No thanks. So we left with our pet with zero diagnosis and a few hundred dollars poorer. In the morning, our usual vet did a few tests in front of us and showed us the cause of the problem within 20 minutes, no discussion of stupid costs or hiding in back rooms. The care and compassion our local vet delivered (and always has in our 27 years with them) is something ARC desperately needs to learn. Our local vet’s premises are nowhere near as flash, but I prefer compassion, skill and caring over expensive environments. Every single time. Emergency or not, we won’t be back at ARC.

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Hi there. Thank you very much for your feedback and sharing where we fell short of your expectations on your recent visit.
An after-hours consultation and services provided in the middle of the night will, inherently, cost more than those provided at a GP clinic during normal hours.
Your feedback will, of course, be forwarded on to management for their consideration. Costs are, unfortunately, an area we only have a certain amount of control over. Rising overheads such as the cost of premises, medications and medical supplies as well as the increasing cost of skilled veterinary workers in a worldwide shortage all play a part in where our prices are set. One article that outlines the effects of veterinary labour shortages in NZ can be viewed here: https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/125952610/longer-waits-and-higher-costs-for-routine-veterinary-care-expected-as-vet-shortage-worsens
Because cats can’t talk and, in the middle of the night, we don’t have access to any of your pet’s previous medical records, we are often reliant upon diagnostic tests to find out what is going on. The recommended plan and estimate of cost provided to you included: blood testing, hospitalisation, an ultrasound scan and IV fluid therapy. All of this was declined by you. We have no doubt that, if allowed to proceed with the aforementioned plan for testing, our team would have been able to come to a diagnosis. As such, with your decline of diagnostics and care, an injection of pain relief and some fluid injected underneath the skin were given. Most of the equipment, and experienced nurses to handle patients, are located in our central treatment room (out the back) and so this is where many treatments are administered. We’re sorry that the reasoning for taking your cat out of the room was not adequately explained to you at the time.

Your feedback will, of course, be passed along to the team who were involved in your cat’s care so that they can learn where they may have done better with explaining things. However, we are, as a profession, often reliant on testing for our patients that can’t talk to us. We were a little bit stuck and unable to give you a definite diagnosis without being allowed to do any work-up. We felt reassured, from the welfare perspective of your cat, that you were going to seek care with your GP vet the next day. We’re pleased to gear your vet has got to the bottom of things through the diagnostics you allowed them to do, and hopefully you have a great plan underway to help your kitty feel better.

Fiona Blackmore Posted on Google 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: The staff, facility & care at ARC are all awesome. Debbie clearly know her stuff and has been amazing with my young fur kid for his hydrotherapy.

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Oh yay! Thanks for sharing. Yes we are super-lucky to have Debbie as part of our team. Thanks so much for the kind words and great review!

Mike Nicholls Posted on Google 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Very caring, professional people. They took care of our elderly Labrador, and discussed all treatment options before settling on a treatment plan that suited us. Highly recommended.

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Thanks, Mike! Glad you felt we really listened and worked with you to come up with a treatment plan that worked for everyone. Thanks so much for the appreciation and recommendation. It means a lot to our hard-working team

Dale Crossley Posted on Google 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: ARC really cared about our cat and ourselves and explained everything well. Then followed up with how everything went and then checked how our cat was doing.

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Thanks for the 5 stars, Dale. Wonderful to hear that our communication and care impressed you! Have a great day :)

Paula Hughes Posted on Google 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing team, amazing care giving to our cat Penny after she had a bad injury and needed emergency care. Anne the vet and her team have been outstanding in the care and support, updates she’s given Penny and myself over the weekend. The admin team also amazing, very kind and friendly. Very grateful for the care we have received. Would highly recommend anyone to contact if they needed support with their animals. Thank you so much Picture of Penny resting at home with her cones on !!!

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Awww look at sweet Penny! Being a good girl with her cones. We hope she has a smooth and seamless recovery. Thank you so very much for the lovely feedback and sharing these pics. It was absolutely our pleasure to help you out!

Daniel Dempsey Posted on Google 7 months ago

Positive experience: Phil was very professional and very detailed with our dog Blue. Thanks.

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Wonderful! Thanks Daniel. Phil is such an asset to the team, and to NZ's pets! Anything that would have taken the 4 to a 5? We're always aiming for the best!

The Ward Ables Posted on Google 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: The ARC team are just fantastic, they obviously love animals!

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Yay! It's wonderful to hear that it comes across. We are consummate animals lovers :) Thanks so much for the 5 stars!

Emma PJ Posted on Google 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: Can't praise the team high enough for their love when we brought our beloved elderly cat to the ER. Because of her age and how ill she was sadly, the decision was made to put her to sleep. The team were excellent including the lady on the reception desk who is an absolute gem. We saw Shania the vet who, for the time we were in the consult room, became a part of our family - she laughed with us, she cried with us, and she ensured our lil lady Rubix went peacefully and pain free to the bridge

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Thank you so much for this lovely, genuine expression of thanks to our team. I will be sure to share this with the team members you mention. I'm terribly sorry that you had to say goodbye to your beloved puss-cat. But my heart is warmed that the kindness of our team provided some solace and eased the pain of the moment as much as we could. I hope you have many many happy memories to cherish of your beloved cat. I'm sure she knew she was very much loved

Auckland Audits Posted on Google 8 months ago

Negative experience: As long as you’re able to write a blank cheque… they’re friendly. The moment you can’t or start to question their logic they accuse you of abusing staff. I remember when respect went both ways. These people seem to think they can treat you like a money tree and the moment you show any sign of distress they say you’re abusing staff. You’d think as doctors, such logic would be common place… but I guess its too much to ask that doctors use common sense and understanding

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Sorry but have you reviewed the correct business? We can't find you as a client in our database.

Matija Zivkovic Posted on Google 8 months ago

Negative experience: cost me a puppy's life. Absolutely disgusting service, everything from the communication over the phone, the receptionist, and the medical care. Over the phone, I got quoted $250 for an x-ray for an emergency dog in labor with an infant that won't come out after multiple hours. When I got there, there was no queue at all. I explained the urgency of the situation to the receptionist. it still took 40 minutes for them to come up with an answer as to what they can do for my dog. The initial $250 quote turned into a $3500 overnight stay for just an x-ray and bloodwork with another $7000 for a potential c-section. The doctor had no idea what she was talking about and could not explain where a single cent of the $3500 bill would be going towards. No knowledge of what they would do to her or the infant stuck inside of her. No indication that she will be helped, until of course they bring in a specialist for an additional emergency bill after it would already be too late just to squeeze every bit of money they can out of us. I left, and went to the afterhours vet in Rosebank rd. The dog was undergoing surgery with Trevor within one minute of stepping into the facility. ARC North robbed me of any chance for my dog to give healthy natural birth, and forced us to go in for a c-section due to them wasting 2 hours of our time in a state of emergency. The pup was unresponsive and would likely have been saved had we gone to the Rosebank road vet in the first place. It is an absolute disgrace of an institution. Their actions are disgusting. Their practices are disgusting. For the love of your pet, do not step foot in here.

Yvette Nicholls Posted on Google 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Borh Fletcher (my asthmatic 2 year old cat) and I were very stressed when we arrived at the clinic on a Saturday night. All of the vets, nurses, and front desk staff, were calm and warm with us. They answered my questions, and while they expressed concerns for Fletcher, they were also thoughtful and conscientious to me.I have already recommended you to 3 people. I rate your service and care very highly, and i cannot thank you enough

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Thank you so very much for this lovely review, Yvette, and for your recommendations. The more pets in need that we can help, the better! Not to say that we wish any pets to be sick or in need of our services... you know what i mean!

Thank you for noting how our caring team care for both the pets and also the pet-parents, it means a lot :) I'll be sure to share your kind words with our hard-working team!

Shikha Pragal Posted on Google 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: These guys are amazing; the clinic is huge, spacious consult rooms for your fur babies which is so much better. The surgeons are patient, warm and very understanding. It was a fantastic experience and highly recommend them.

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Thank you so much for sharing this :) It's absolutely wonderful to hear that our people and our facility made such a great impression on you. We really appreciate the great review and kind words! Have a wonderful rest of the day!

Terry Connell Posted on Google 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: I can’t thank ARC Vets enough for the incredible care they gave my puppy Milo over the weekend. I had to rush him in at 1am after he ate something toxic, and he was not in a good way at all. The team were calm, professional, and so kind - they kept me informed the whole time and made sure he got the treatment he needed straight away. Thanks to their quick action and care, Milo was back to his happy self in no time! I'm grateful to have such an amazing emergency vet service so close to home when I needed it most!

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Wonderful to hear that Milo bounced back to normal! Thanks so much for the update and the great review. Yes, we're always here day or night should you need us. But here's hoping Milo stays out of mischief and you don't need to come back any time soon. Puppy cuddle visits are welcome any time though :)

Alan Chambers Posted on Google 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Great service for a Saturday night and had Criticare in stock so Kristov the rabbit made a full recovery. Thanks heaps!

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Yay! Wonderful news about Kristov! Glad our team were there, ready and able to help when you needed us. Thanks so much for sharing the great outcome and the 5 stars!

Stacey Archer Posted on Google 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Friendly and knowledgeable staff. They were great and very clear with procedures and pricing and we knew our dog was in very good hands. Highly recommended!

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Thank you, Stacey! Glad our communication was good and our staff earned your trust. Thanks so much for the great feedback and the 5 stars!

Alan Hewitt Posted on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: A Taupo vet misdiagnosed that our dog had a bad infection that deteriorated badly overnight...taupo were closed and we lacked confidence to return...so in the middle of the night sent a video to ARC who suggested we return to auckland treatment with asap...after a long drive we received amazing treatment...our stress has gone. Thanks so much to the ARC North team.

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Wonderful to hear that our team were here and ready to help and give the assistance you needed for your beloved pooch. What a stressful situation for you. I'll be sure to pass on your gratitude to our hard-working team. Thank you so much for taking the time to share :)

Tiffany Nacagilevu Posted on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Thank you to the wonderful caring staff at ARC North. We recently needed to take our cat into ARC North for emergency attention. The staff were very professional and really cared about our cat and ensured that I was kept informed throughout the process. I am very thankful that ARC North is available to us especially on weekends and public holidays when our normal vet is not available. A great purpose-built facility, with professional and caring staff. Keep up the wonderful work that you do.

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Thank you, Tiffany! It means a lot that you have so much appreciation for our hard-working team who are indeed available at all hours, ready to be of service to pets in need. Your feedback, and recommendation, means a lot to us. Thanks so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and giving us 5 stars :)

Humphrey C Posted on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Staff and the vet were very calming and reassuring during a very stressful time. Very open about estimates and we were given a refund for treatment that was not undertaken.

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Thanks so much for this great review! Wonderful to hear it was a great experience with our lovely team :) Thanks so much for taking the time to share the feedback

Tammy Primrose Posted on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: ARC saved my little dogs life. Without their help Nunu would no longer be with us. They were so professional, knowledgeable and I knew I was leaving my dog in the right hands. Thank you!

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Tammy thank you so much for this lovely review and the sweet pic of your darling Nunu! Honestly, the pleasure was all ours. We genuinely love what we get to do in helping pets and their pet parents. Thank you for entrusting us with Nunu's care!!!

Tradebox Limited Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My dog was better right after the visit. the vet was so friendly, and she knew what she was doing. really appreciate taking care of our babies well.

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Thanks so much for the lovely 5-star review :) Thrilled to hear your pooch improved so quickly. Yay!

Vicky Jones Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Recently I braved the cold and dark with my Labrador to get a sore eye looked at. I was dreading this unscheduled emergency vet visit, but it was a genuine pleasure from beginning to end. At 4 am, the phone was answered promptly, and clear and simple directions provided. When I arrived, the receptionist was warm, friendly and welcoming. There was no queue. The vet was kind, professional, and explained every step of the examination process in a way that included me and kept me informed. Most importantly you could tell she really loved animals, apologizing for the lack of treats and heading off the the kitchen to fetch some chicken to reward my dog for his good behaviour! The environment was clean, speaking, light, bright and welcoming - not a given at that hour of the morning. There was a delightful video on how to give pills to cats to keep us entertained and informed while we waited. After the consultation, clinical notes and invoice were emailed to me promptly, and I received a follow-up text a day later asking how me dog was progressing. This a service from the heart, and though one never wants to visit the emergency vet, it's good to know my next experience will be a supportive and positive one. Ten out of ten to the team!

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Wow thanks Vicky! You're right indeed that no-one wants to have to take their beloved pet to the vet when they're unwell or injured, but our team do their utmost to make the experience as happy and as stress-free as possible. It warms my heart, reading your review, how you have noted so many aspects of our service that impacted you. It is truly a team effort at ARC Vets to answer phones, provide clinical care, keep premises clean and hygienic, turnaround invoices and clinical records promptly. I'll be sure to pass along your lovely, thoughtful review as I know your kind words of appreciation will mean a lot to our hard-working team. Thanks so much! And we hope your sweet pup is doing better

Eddie Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Had an emergency with my cat and you guys were great for us. The nurse (sorry didn't catch her name) and vet Lucie was great and was very thorough with the explanations and comforting. Thank your so much for your help. Much recommended.

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Thanks Eddie! It's wonderful to hear that you found our team's communication, and how they truly cared, so good. Thanks so much for taking the time and effort to write a review and share your great experience with others. It's much appreciated by our hard-working team!

Tara Ryan Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Vets cared so much about our boy and I felt like I left him in really good hands. Thank you for looking after Bohdi!

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Awww thank you for this lovely review Tara! It was an absolute pleasure to help you out with Bodhi

Kira Bacal Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Incredibly kind and caring practice. Very clear in their communications and super-knowledgeable. Absolutely the best for after hour emergency care or specialist appointments as recommended by our usual vet. Absolutely lovely people.

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Thanks so much, Kira. It is so wonderful to hear that you found our team both competent but also caring. We do care, so very very much! Thanks so much for sharing this review. We appreciate it :)

Kat Trevor Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: A great cat waiting and examination area. Caring reception staff, nurses and vets, at all hours of the day. We are so grateful for ARC North as we seek to often need after hours support.

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Thanks for this, Kat! Yes we have made a big effort to accommodate the different needs of cats vs. dogs. It's great to hear the efforts are noticed and appreciated. And also how much our team care. Thanks so much for the 5 stars and kind words

Anand Segar Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Dr Kate was excellent for a tired and stressed out dog parent. Lucky it was all good with our boy. The process was smooth. She was kind, friendly, understanding, communicative and empathetic. Thank you so much for your help.

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Awww look at that face! Bet he can get away with anything when he points those puppy-dog eyes your way! Thnk you so much for sharing this feedback and for the 5 stars. I will ensure Dr Kate gets to read this as it will mean a lot to her that her efforts were so appreciated.

Alex Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have taken my dog Toby to ARC twice now, once for a serious event (secondary drowning). Thanks for the availability of your wonderful service at all hours, and the caring service of your nurses, vets, and specialists. Toby wouldn't have survived without you.

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Thanks so much for this, Alex! Both the 5 stars and your kind words of appreciation. It means a lot that you have been consistently happy with the quality of service we have provided (though I bet you wish you hadn't had to come to us repeatedly!). Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback :)

Richard Park (Eric Dad) Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Animal Referral Centre is a very important emergency vet service facility for any pet owners living in North Shore area of Auckland. We had to take our dog in the middle of night on a weekend because our dog was having bloody diarrhoea. We got our consultation promptly upon arrival. The receptionist, nurse & vet work well as a team, very professional & caring. Thanks so much for taking great care of our dog and us.

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Thanks for this great review Richard! I love that you saw and appreciated how our team all work together to get the best for the patient. Team work makes the dream work! Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience and review us :)

Honour Smith Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The vets and staff were really helpful and considerate in a stressful scary time when my dog was injured late at night. They took the time to explain everything and made me feel like my dog was in the best hands possible and they cared for him so well overnight. It was also cheaper than I expected. I am very grateful and would highly recommend

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Thank you so much for this lovely review Honour :) Wonderful to hear that our team were so pleasant to deal with on what must have been a stressful time indeed with your beloved pooch. Your kind words of gratitude and the 5 stars are much appreciated :)

Lauren Bishop Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The staff here are absolutely wonderful. My dog went in with a serious leg injury just before New Years. Staff were very helpful and caring towards my dog. He's been back multiple times for checks up and loves visiting his "friends". Some dogs would be traumatized after going through an ordeal but he's not thanks to their amazing care. Picture of my dog with his decorated leg cast. Staff there are talented in crafts too!

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This is so lovely to read, Lauren! Thank you so much for sharing. We try to treat the animals as if they were our own and minimise the stress of vet visits! I'm glad he loves coming back to see us. Thanks so much for the 5 stars and your appreciation. It means a lot :)

Lesley-Anne Carey Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: With our very nervous Bailey the team at ARC we're nothing but professional, friendly and caring. Im so happy with how things have gone, from the referral to the treatment plan. I feel like Bailey is in the best hands with experienced vets who know what they're doing.

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Thank you so much for this Lesley! It was an absolute pleasure to help with your beautiful Bailey. Thanks so much for the 5 stars and your kind words :)

Zainab Badat Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: We had an excellent experience with the team this morning. Dr. Jessica Cliffe was incredibly gentle and patient with our kitten, and her approach focused on the least invasive treatment options. The receptionist and nurse were also warm, welcoming, and helpful. We couldn’t have asked for better care!

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Thank you so much for this! Both the 5 stars AND the lovely words. We will share this with Dr Jessica Cliffe and the other staff involved with your sweet kitty as they work hard and this will mean a lot to them. Thank you so much for the feedback :)

Renee Andersson Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: ARC was amazing in every way when our cat was badly injured. From the moment we called them they were calm, kind and clear. They were compassionate and understanding and didn't judge our decisions. Their support has made the process so much better to handle. Any questions we had were answered and they were very happy to have us call them with any doubts.

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Wonderful to read this, Renee! Glad you felt listened to and supported by our team. Thanks so much for the 5 stars and kind words :)

Angela Bolland Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I cannot speak highly enough of the Animal Referral Center and the exceptional care they provided for my cat during a very difficult time. After my cat experienced a serious accident while I was overseas, the team at the Animal Referral Center stepped in with expertise, compassion, and consistent communication that gave me peace of mind despite being thousands of miles away. I am deeply grateful to the entire staff at the Animal Referral Center. Thanks to their skill and care, my cat is now on the road to a full recovery. I would not hesitate to recommend their services to anyone seeking advanced, compassionate veterinary care. They are true lifesavers, and I cannot thank them enough for everything they did for my cat and for me during such a challenging time.

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Thank you for these heart-felt words and the 5 stars, Angela. How incredibly stressful to be overseas and away from your kitty at such a difficult time. We're so pleased that we were able to help, both with the medicine but also keeping you reassured that your cat was in good hands and we were doing all we could. We'll pass your words of thanks along to our hard-working team as they will mean a lot to them :)

Debbie Lawrence Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My poor 4 month old puppy was admitted for 2 nights. The whole team were fantastic, Daisy was so well cared for and we were kept updated the whole time she was there. The communication was great and we really appreciated everything the team did.

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Wonderful to hear you rated our team and the care we gave Daisy so highly :) Thanks so much for the 5 stars and your kind words! It means a lot

Timothy Kavermann Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The team at ARC are amazing - I lost my dog very unexpectedly last month and their service, care and kindness is something I keep thinking about. On what was a very tough day, and the week following they were just awesome, thank you for making such a tough time, easier!

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Thanks so much for the 5 stars, Timothy. It is so lovely to read that the kindness of our team made such a lasting impression on you. I'm so sorry that you dealt with us over what must have been a terribly hard period of your life. It means so much to us to know that we did something to ease the time for you in our own small way. I hope that, as time goes on, you find the ache ease somewhat, but that the happy memories with your beloved doggy remain strong. ngā mihi

Toby Y Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: From the moment we arrived, we were met with professionalism, compassion, and genuine concern for Cookie’s well-being. The veterinarians demonstrated remarkable expertise in diagnosing and treating Cookie, ensuring that every step of the medical process was handled with precision and care. Meanwhile, the nurses went above and beyond in providing comfort, patiently tending to Cookie’s needs and offering reassurance to us during this difficult time. It was evident that your team truly cares for every animal that comes through your doors, treating them not just as patients but as cherished family members. Your kindness, patience, and attention to detail made a world of difference, and we are deeply grateful for the unwavering support and encouragement you provided. Thank you once again for your dedication and hard work. Cookie is on the road to recovery because of your outstanding care, and we will always be appreciative of everything you have done.

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Thank you so much for this! And man what a lovely pic of Cookie! Gorgeous! We will share your kind words with our hard-working team. They will be so happy that their efforts are appreciated and that Cookie is doing well

Helen Parry Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My 9 year old healthy pedigree standard poodle has had repeated ear problems for years. It is a common yeast infection. Treatments to date require more work than is convenient for me and still it’s been “same old, same old”. Dr Leslie Sauber prescribed a treatment which is very effective and works. I had two options, tried the first which worked but still needed more work/effort/timetables than desired and so settled on the second as requiring minimal time and effort and less stress for Tess and could be administered by anyone at her regular 4-6 grooming/clipping session if I am not longer able to do that. I was initially quite sceptical but after two clinic visits, I was impressed by Dr Leslie’s patience (with me) and clear understanding of my needs, because that is important too and often overlooked. Our animals depend on us and my limitations due to aging are an important consideration in the treatment of my lovely girl.

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How wonderful to hear that, through our caring dermatology team, you have found success with treating Tess! And in a way that creates less stress for you. That's just fabulous to hear. Practicalities around the ability to administer medications at home need to be taken into account to ensure a positive outcome medically but also for protection of the emotional bond between pet and owner. I'm so thrilled that you have had success and a good experience with us :)

BB bird Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I sincerely appreciate your kindness and professionalism during my dog. You were incredibly friendly and took the time to conduct a very thorough examination.

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Thanks so much for the 5 star review! Thrilled to hear that our competent and friendly team made such a great impression on you :)

Christle Pilkington Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My regular vet recommended ARC for specialist treatment when they suspected my cat had (incurable) lymphoma, and I'm so glad they did. The team at ARC were incredible throughout, from the initial consult until her last treatment and the follow up after she passed away. I was well informed at all stages and the whole team were so caring and compassionate - they liaised with my local vet and were available around the clock to answer questions and provide advice. They treated me and my cat with so much respect and kindness during an incredibly difficult time, and I'll forever be grateful for the extra time I got with her courtesy of their skills, equipment, and knowledge. An amazing, amazing group of people - especially Dr Ryan, vet nurse Amber, and the team at reception.

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Thanks so much for this Christle! This review gives us all the warm fuzzy feels. I'm so glad we were able to be there to help and give you a bit more time with your beloved Moxie. Thanks so very much for the 5 stars and the kind words :)

Ros Bartleet Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: This specialist veterinary hospital provides the ultimate care for pets and their owners presenting with complex issues. My cat (Minty)was seen promptly by a very skilled internal medicine specialist, Sarah, after Minty stopped eating. A very thorough assessment followed along with a easy treatment plan. Minty is now improving. I highly recommend this practice if you want the best of care for you and your fur babies.

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What a gorgeous cat Minty is! Thanks so much for sharing your lovely review. I have passed your kind words along to Dr Sarah as she cares so much about her patients and works very hard. It will mean a lot to her that her efforts with Minty have been appreciated. Thank you so much!

Arthur Hopkins Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: We cannot praise the team at ARC enough for the way they treated our dog Petra,and indeed us aswell.The staff were very caring and kept us well informed along the way.

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Awww thanks so much Arthur! The 5 stars, and your kind words of gratitude, mean so much for our hard-working team. Thank you very much :)

Chelsea Foster Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Very friendly service, saw us almost as soon as we walked in with our kitten who we feared may have ingested something he wasn't supposed to, nurse and vet were both very lovely and Robbie seemed comfortable with the way they handled him minus the butt thermometer. Very thankful to have been seen so soon

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Aww look at sweet Robbie! Thanks so much for the 5 stars and lovely comments. So glad our friendly team were there to help promptly when you needed us. Sorry about the butt thermometer, Robbie! It's nothing personal haha. Please forgive us haha

Angela Cotton Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Our dog got attacked by another dog. They were quick to get Matty comfortable with pain relief and later sedation to get done what needed to be done. The whole staff were very caring from the receptionist to the vet. They kept us updated with texts & phone calls. Highly recommend.

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Poor wee Matty. I'm so glad we were able to help when you needed us, Angela! Such a distressing situation. Glad that the way our team truly care came across. Thanks so very much for the 5 stars and kind words. they mean a lot to our hard-working team!

Melissa Sullivan Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: This is the second time our dog has been at ARC for an emergency and both times we have been super impressed. I ran in on Tuesday evening after our 2 year old lab suddenly stopped walking and the team were so quick to jump into action. We knew she was in the very best hands from the beginning. The team were quick to see her, get her in and start tests. That night they pretty much knew what was wrong even though it was a bit odd and the specialist saw her the next morning. After a 2 night stay she is now home and on the mend. Yes, it’s a bit more expensive than your standard vet, but you pay for the expertise and constant monitoring. Thank you so much for your care of Gracie on both occasions, and we hope we don’t have to see you in the future but know exactly where to come if we have another emergency

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Thanks for the thoughtful review and 5 stars Melissa! Glad we have been there to help you out with darling Gracie when you have needed us. But completely understand that you don't want to have see us too often! Yes we will be more expensive that a family vet due to our state-of-the art facilities and the cost of staffing 24 hrs 7 days a week. You got it! But we try to work with pet owners and their individual financial situations to come up with the best approach and solution with all circumstances taken into account. Thanks so much for your lovely comments. Wishing you and Gracie a lovely, happy and safe Christmas :)

Matt Nanda Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The Dermatology team prepare you well and ensure you are well informed throughout. The vet Leslie has an excellent approach to care and she makes the effort to understand the dog and family's lifestyle. Highly recommended.

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Thanks very much for this lively review and the 5 stars Matt. We are truly lucky to have Leslie and her dermatology team as part of ARC. Thank you so much for the recommendation and your kind words. Have a great day!

Chantal Collected Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: We were thankful to be able to get Lucy our 14yr old dog to ARC North and have such wonderful care and attention to get her well again within 24hours, very caring and great communication provided by all the staff.

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Awww thank you Chantal! What a gorgeous pic! Thank you so much for sharing it, and your kind words. It was a pleasure to be there to help you and Lucy when you needed us :)

Deb Barclay Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: We would 100% recommend ARC in Albany. We phoned in great angst last Sunday as our darling 19 year old Burmese cat Burberry, was going downhill fast and we knew something was very wrong. Lisa answered the phoned and she immediately put me at ease. She was kind and everything you need on the other end of the phone when you're upset. She told us to come straight in. When we arrived at the clinic, Lisa was so thoughtful and caring. Burberry's vet Lauren, was also amazing. Although we ended up having to let our beloved go and it broke our hearts, Lauren was so respectful and kind. We were so sad and Lauren handled both Burberry and us with such kindness and sensitivity. We will always remember Burberry's passing as being so peaceful. We were in such a distressed state when we left and Lisa continued to be so incredibly kind to us. Even when we received the text to collect our baby's ashes, it read so beautifully. Thank you ARC Albany.

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Awwww Deb thank you so much for this lovely recounting of your exchanges with our caring team. And for the 5 stars! I'll be sure to ensure your kind words are seen by those who were involved with Burberry's care. I'm so sorry you had to say goodbye to Burberry. 19 years is a long time to love and have a pet as part of your family and I bet you are feeling the loss hugely. I hope that the pain fades as time passes and you are left with many happy memories of all your time together. I have a Burmese myself and they are such special cats with huge personalities. I can imagine the loss you are feeling. But to have got Burberry to the age of 19, I know you provided an exceptional home and care. I hope that can bring you some comfort

Sam Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing service, from initial phone call, greeting, vet interactions the entire process. Lovely staff highly informative and calm in such a high pressure environment. Could not recommend enough.

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Thanks so much for this Sam! Great that our competent and caring team were there to help when needed. Thanks so much for the great review and kind words. They are much appreciated

Birgit Andres Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: We have had numerous good experiences at this vet clinic. The latest, and last, was with Vet Jess who was so kind and supportive when we had to help our dog Dixie over the rainbow bridge. Could not have wished for better treatment under these awful circumstances. Thank you

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Thanks so much for the lovely review and 5 stars, Brigit. I'm so sorry that Dixie has passed over the rainbow bridge, but I am so pleased that Jess and our caring team were so helpful to you during what must have been a very difficult time. Wishing you all the best as you process your loss and I hope you have many happy memories of Dixie to bring you comfort

Heather T Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Our cat needed emergency medical treatment. ARC explained everything to us, all staff were very kind. We are grateful for the lifesaving treatment our cat received.

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Wonderful to hear, Heather! Thanks so much for the 5 stars and your kind words. It warms our hearts to hear how grateful you are for our care. Always here should you need us :)

Clint Van Niekerk Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The most amazing group of caring Vets we have ever encountered! Jess and Lauren were amazing as were the rest of the crew and the surgeons, although we didn't meet them, saved Jeds life!! We are eternally grateful!

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Awww thank you so much for this Clint! The 5 stars and your kind words are much appreciated!

Katie Clark Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: We came in after hours a few nights ago with our little Moopoo in a bad way. The staff member at the front desk was quick to take action and brought our baby back to a room without hesitation, and sat us in a waiting room. The vet who came to see us and explain what was wrong was kind, compassionate and explained perfectly so that we could understand. She gave us all of our options and explained the ramifications of each one, and happily and comprehensively answered all the questions we had. The staff allowed us back into the treatment room to see our Moo and give him a few last kisses, and brought him into the waiting room so we could hold him whilst he was put to sleep. The vet made this process as painless as it possibly could be, explaining each step and what Moo was likely feeling at the time. Even after this process the care we received remained amazing and compassionate with staff allowing us to bring our baby home to give his brother the chance to say goodbye, and suggesting that she would let us settle the bill when we returned in the morning as opposed to on the spot. Even when we returned and decided not to cremate, the lady at the front desk completely understood and made the process as easy as possible. She still offered to store him overnight and have his paw print/fur clipping done, free of charge. Every member of staff we interacted with at your clinic played a role in making this most difficult time in our lives just a little bit easier, and I can’t thank them enough for that. Please extend these thanks and let the crew know that they’re doing amazing work and really do make an impact in people’s lives. It can’t be easy for them to deal with these situations day in and day out so to do it tirelessly and still with compassion and care is truly commendable, we cannnot recommend ARC enough. Thank you guys again for caring for our Moopoo in his last moments

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Oh Katie thank you so much for the 5-stars and the lovely heartfelt words. I am so sorry that you had to say goodbye to your beautiful kitty but I am pleased to hear that our caring and understanding team did everything within their power to ease help you through the tough decision. They truly do care so much! I will ensure this review gets passed along to the hardworking team as it will mean so much for them to read your kind words. You're right in that it IS a hard job. But knowing that the work and effort we do is noticed and appreciated, and that we make an impact, means everything. Thank YOU. And we hope that the pain of Moopoo's passing eases with time and you are left with many happy memories of a kitty who was obviously much loved and very special to you

Tina Kidman Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Staff are calm and professional. Another fab experience in an urgent situation. Pup is doing well

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Thanks for the 5-stars and pics, Tina. Great to hear both that your sweet pup is doing well and that we provided a great service when you needed us. Thank you!

Lewis Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The team at ARC Albany are absolutely fantastic for emergency care. They asked great questions over the phone, in the early hours of the morning to determine if we should bring our dog in or not. Once we arrived, all staff handling our dog were gentle, kind and patient. Information about our dogs condition was explained thoroughly at a level that we could clearly understand. We were kept informed throughout, and received calls and updates at times that were promised. Thank you for all your kindness team, we were very worried about our Bella and your caring, informative approach made us feel that she was in the best place.

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Thank you so much for the 5-star review and for all your great comments about our service. So thrilled to hear that our team's kindness and communication made such a great impression on you. Those are certainly something our team pride's itself on. It was a pleasure to help you and Bella. We're always here if you need us (though we hope, of course, that you don't!)

Nicole Rajwer Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My shih Tzu Evie was super itchy so was having regular cytopoint injections and became so scared of the vet and needles so knew I had to find a different option. Shes now gone from being anxious and scared to all over her the vet Leslie and the nurses begging for pats. Evie’s a lot less itchy and happier after coming to ARC so very happy so far. The vet and nurses are also super lovely. Quite expensive so definitely recommend having insurance but regardless their care is worth it!

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Thanks so much for the 5-stars Nicole and it's great to hear we have won wee Evie over! In a world of growing healthcare costs we absolutely recommend pet insurance to give piece of mind and allow remove some of the financial stresses out of decision-making for your furr-family's healthcare. If only veterinary care was subsidised like human healthcare is, eh? Wonderful to hear that you have seen such value in our services. Will make sure Leslie and the dermatology nursing team see your lovely comments as it will mean a lot to them to know they have been appreciated :)

Victoria Scales (Tori) Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I went in so stressed and worried. Desk staff found us a room straight away My boy is my baby but can be reactive to dogs. Our vet was lovely and understanding very helpful and now he is all better and we avoided sedation which i really dont like putting him through if i can help it. If its urgent i 100% recommend. Thank you ARC

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Thanks so much for this lovely review, Victoria. I'm glad you found our team appropriately attentive and that they sought to put you and your furrbaby at ease during your visit. Thanks so much for the 5 stars and your kind words, they mean a lot!

Karen Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: We are so thankful to Dr Magen Shaughnessy, nurse Layla and everyone else involved in the surgery diagnostics and care of Maia, our 3 year old pug. They had the difficult task of finding and removing ovarian remnant left behind by another Auckland vet during her Spay. Everyone at ARC were so proffessional. Their kindness, care and compassion is truely exceptional.

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Awww look at that gorgeous face! Thank you so much for the 5 stars and your lovely words. Wil make sure Magen and Layla see this as it will mean a lot to them that their work is appreciated :)

Sam fine Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: After a long and happy life, having had excellent and regular medical care, we still had to face what everyone with a pet ultimately has to deal with.... The loss of our pet. No one wants to have to put their pet down. The staff at arc were kind and treated our dog with respect. They made impressions of her paws in clay, that I'll get to keep forever and they returned her blanket after her cremation, rather than just throwing it away. The process is yuk, obviously, but thanks to them, it was not traumatic. When you're grieving, every kindness brings some relief. Thank you for your thoughtfulness in Fletcher's care!!

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Hi Sam. So sorry for the reason you had to seek out our services recently and please accept our condolences for your loss. Even when you know it is coming, with an aged pet, the end is NEVER easy and the gaping hole that remains after your pet is gone takes a long time to fill in. But I am pleased to hear that our team made the process of saying goodbye as painless as possible. Wishing you all the best as you grieve and try to move on without your beloved Fletcher. And thanks for taking the time to leave the review

Caitlan thompson Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: the workers here have a real love for animals. I brought my cat here during the night in a critical condition and they went straight into action. not only did they care for my cat, but they also cared for myself. 10/10 recommend.

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Thanks so much for the lovely comments and 5-stars! Glad you saw how our team truly care for their patients, and the 2-legged owners who love them and entrust us with their care.

Hercules Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: We visited this referral centre after hours and were very impressed with the service. Very easy to get to as well. The nurses and doctors were spot-on with their diagnosis, providing us with a range of options and clear guidance. They performed the necessary tests on the spot, which allowed us to make the right decision for our pet. The service was efficient, and the costs were reasonable. Highly recommend!

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Thanks so much for the 5 stars and great comments, Duncan :) So glad our emergency services met with your expectations!

Zoe Mcculloch Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing team of vets and vet nurses. Always super helpful, thorough and very knowledgeable when it comes to diagnosing issues and treating them. Have been twice with two different dogs now and I’m very impressed.

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Thanks so much for the 5 stars and your lovely comments Zoe :) It's much appreciated!

Zoë Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The entire team at ARC North looked after my baby cat Monty so well, it was so reassuring and amazing. The reception team were always so welcoming and calming, the Nurses and Vets all showed Monty such gentle love and care and if we ever wanted an update we could call anytime of the day or night. One of the lovely Nurses even sent me pictures of the baby overnight. Could not recommend this facility (also very clean, modern and so well equipped) and the team more ♥️

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Thanks so much!!!!! Our tram do work very hard and care so much about the patients in their care and for the worreid pet parents. I'm glad you found us so caring and helpful. Thanks so much for the lovely words of gratitude and for the 5 star review. Sending Monty cuddles

Lutz Weissmann Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: All staff are very caring, friendly, professional and helpful. It's so stressful and worrisome having a sick animal and ARC Vets are providing an exceptionally high standard of service and care, from the front desk to the nurses and vets. I can highly recommend ARC North!

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Awww thank you! Pets are a part of the family so it can be incredibly stressful when they're sick or unwell. We understand that. Thanks so much for the lovely comments and 5 stars :)

Cloe Capill Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: ARC is amazing! My dog can always been seen straight away no problem getting an appointment. The staff are very nice & friendly, really good with my little dog. I feel very comfortable leaving my dog with them. Could not recommend a better place for your fur babies

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Awwww thank you! So wonderful to hear you found our team so great (they are!) and that we earned your trust. It's so important you trust your veterinary team. Pets are part of the family :) Thanks so much for your kind words and the lovely review

Angie Jordan Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The team at ARC are the most amazing, caring and compassionate people you will ever come across. Their care and love of animals is evident in everything they do. Right from the first phone call they were just truely amazing. Thank you to you all.

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Thank you Angie! Both for your lovely words (which mean a lot to us) but also for entrusting us with your beloved pet's care and allowing us to do what we love most. Have a great day and thanks so much for the 5 stars!

Christine Prince Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent professional caring and responsive service. Kind friendly and highly capable staff. Our pet was in excellent hands, received great care and is recovering well. I was overseas at the time of the accident and communication from ARC was excellent.

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Thank you so much Christine! Have a great day!

Brooke Hawker Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: ARC team have been incredibly helpful with a quick potential diagnosis, immediate treatment, and great explanations to me of what was going on. They have answered all of my questions, and provided great detail to me of how to complete her ongoing care, including demonstrations of wound dressings and O tube cleaning. I really appreciated that when my cat was released into my care, I still received a check in phone call to assess her recovery. Every vet, vet nurse and receptionist has been nothing but kind and supportive throughout my cats illness, and I could not recommend them more highly

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ARC North

Thank you so much Brooke. We very much appreciate the kind words and that you entrusted us with beloved pet's care. Have a great day!

Alan Martindale Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: From the initial phone call Sunday afternoon to when I collected Mo Tuesday afternoon the girls at ARC were fantastic. Caitlin, Chloe, Annie, and Kelsey were lovely and very caring towards Mo and me. I felt well informed throughout the 2 days Mo was in their care. Dee at reception was friendly, empathetic and efficient and is a perfect front person for ARC. I cannot thank the team enough for the care they gave Mo.

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Fabulous to hear you had such a great experience with our lovely team. Thanks so much for the lovely review and the lovely comments which I will ensure get passed on to the team. It will mean a lot to them to hear how their efforts and the way they care is appreciated.

John117 Halo Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Cooper was rushed to the emergency due to diarrhea and vomiting, and we were extremely worried, almost to the point of tears. We are very grateful for the quick response from the reception and the doctor. The doctor was thoughtful and explained in detail what tests and treatments Cooper would undergo. Now, he has fully recovered! Cooper says thank you! we haven’t received the blood test results and the X-ray images. Will these be provided to us?

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ARC North

Thanks so much for the great review and the gorgeous pic of Cooper living his best life. Great to hear you had the results of diagnostic tests discussed with you. I'll get someone from the team to send you through the actual results and report for your interest (your regular veterinarian also has copies). Thanks again for taking the time to share your lovely feedback :)

Nicola Stewart Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My pup has spent quite a bit of time at ARC due to injuries and things and he is always well looked after and actually loves going there! I feel my dog is in safe hands with them and they are great at keeping us updated on how he's doing.

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Thanks so much for the 5 stars and your gratitude, Nicola. Thrilled to hear that despite less than desirable reasons for visiting us, you pup still likes us! Maybe if we can encourage him to stay out of mischief though and you can tell him he's always welcome to come by for treats and cuddles? Thanks so much for the great review :)

Mike Powell Posted on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Our cat Blaze once again ended up late on a Sunday afternoon with a heavily bleeding discharge from his eye. All it took was a phone call, a 20 minute drive and we were warmly greeted and Blaze was expertly looked after. Whilst he is probably a more frequent visitor than we would hope, the service and attention received is fabulous.

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Thanks so much for the lovely review, Mike. Glad you thought we took great care of Blaze. I do understand the sentiment, however, of not wanting to see us too often! No one wants their pet sick or injured. Here's hoping Blaze stays well and out of mischief

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