Pet Emergencies After-Hours
If you have a pet emergency and it is during our open hours please call your local Vetwest clinic for advice.
On Sundays – Vetwest Cockburn, Vetwest Midland and Vetwest Whitfords are open on Sundays from 8 am – 5 pm
On Public Holidays – Vetwest Cockburn, Vetwest Midland and Vetwest Whitfords are open on most public holidays from 8 am – 5 pm. We are closed on Christmas Day. Google your Vetwest clinic for for up to date open hours.
FAQ’s
As long as your pet is not due for a re-examination, all you need to do is to let us know you need more medication. The vet nurse that talks to you on the phone then asks the Veterinarian to authorize the prescription of the medication.
your veterinarian is not only your pet’s general physician, but also its surgeon, radiologist, dentist, dermatologist, neurologist, ophthalmologist, psychiatrist, ears/nose/throat doctor, and Veterinary pharmacist. Your veterinary bill is a reflection of the costs of maintaining suitable facilities, equipment, and trained and experienced staff to provide the level of care that is expected in animal medicine today.
The cost of veterinary care has actually risen very little during the last 20 to 30 years. However advancements in both research and technology have allowed us to offer your pet better healthcare and prolong their life through surgical procedures and drugs. When compared to the rising cost of human health care, pet care is not at all unreasonable.
Remember too that the original cost of the animal has no bearing on the cost of services rendered.
Although it may feel as if you are paying more for your pet’s health care than your own, chances are you may be used to Medicare rebates, prescribed pharmaceutical scheme benefits and health care insurance for your own medical services. Consequently, you often do not see the total bottom-line figure for your own bills. When human health care costs are added up – there is no comparison to the much lower veterinary care costs.
We are committed to providing your pet with the best veterinary health care possible. One of the ways we do this is through the continual education of our team. That is why our hospitals may sometimes be closed for a period of time during the day so we can conduct training sessions. Of course, all emergency services are still available during this time by phoning our normal phone number.
When are we closed?
- AdelaideVet Trinity Gardens – closed fortnightly on Mondays between 12 pm – 2 pm
- AdelaideVet Prospect – closed monthly on Tuesdays between 12:30 pm – 2 pm
- AdelaideVet Goodwood Road – closed fortnightly on Wednesdays between 12 pm – 2 pm
- AdelaideVet Stirling – closed monthly on Thursdays between 12:30 pm – 2 pm
Unlimited standard consultations are included in our Classic plans so if you choose this option, you can visit as many times as you like throughout the year. If you feel your pet is unwell or have any questions about their health, you can simply phone one of our clinics for an appointment.
*Does not include specialist consultations or ancillary services. Does not include after hours or home visits or consultations on Sundays or Public Holidays. Any medication, pathology testing or procedures will incur a charge. Nail clipping and Anal Gland expression are also excluded (a small charge will apply for these.)
