Our Practice is built upon our guarantee to do our very best for your pet when ever you need us and you and your special friend will be treated with respect, kindness and professionalism. We will always do our very best to diagnose the problem and make sure your animals have all the luxuries on hand for a speedy recovery. We have heavily invested in technology and equipment, therefore can offer a complete, comprehensive service. We have the expertise and knowledge to handle most surgical and medical problems that walk through the doors. If not, we can offer referral anywhere in NZ.
Reviews
Joan and Marg .
30 Oct 2019
REPORT
Thank you so much for your wonderful care of our Polly. We are. Blown away by your thoughtfulness we thank you for the exceptional care over recent times. Joan. Marg.
Vicky Goatley
15 Jun 2018
REPORT
The staff are incredible with animals (Which is a must) and you can tell they love their jobs. Always helpful and they look after my wee cat well when he's there. ☺
John Herbert
14 Jun 2018
REPORT
Second to none service with a diagnostic accuracy that's well ahead of the competition.
zeb h
9 Mar 2018
REPORT
Staff are great and very friendly. Been here a few times for pup. Reasonably expensive but they all are really. Average prices compared to other vets. They stand out with their friendly staff. However... Read More
Staff are great and very friendly. Been here a few times for pup. Reasonably expensive but they all are really. Average prices compared to other vets. They stand out with their friendly staff. However down side is they are a very popular vets and always very busy. Have been twice and both times they were running behind with too many customer and not enough vets. But they seem to do a thourgh job are genuinely care for the pets Read Less
Philip Barclay
7 Mar 2018
REPORT
Best vet for your pet. The staff are very knowledgeable and always doing their best to care for your pet.
Debbie Watt
3 Mar 2018
REPORT
Our vet since 2012. Always top quality friendly service.
E Minto
4 Jan 2018
REPORT
My dog just loves going...its like it's a big social event. Even when she's been unwell, she perks up when we park up and she sees the building and promptly bounces in. Their level of expertise and s... Read More
My dog just loves going...its like it's a big social event. Even when she's been unwell, she perks up when we park up and she sees the building and promptly bounces in. Their level of expertise and support as a team is amazing. I can't fault them and am very confident with their treatment of my fur-baby. I feel she's in very safe hands when she goes there. Read Less
Richard Morrison
13 Nov 2017
REPORT
Lovely kind staff who looked after my dogs very well. A great selection of pet toys and treats available too. Looking forward to the pups being healthy and fit thank's to this great vet.
Stephen Burrows
23 Apr 2017
REPORT
Great pet care, advice as well as cattery for my two persians
Kate Wallis
20 Feb 2017
REPORT
I've had my various dogs pure-breds and rescued, under the care of this fabulous team for roughly 25 years. They have been champions, always ready with options, and have done some amazing things to tr... Read More
I've had my various dogs pure-breds and rescued, under the care of this fabulous team for roughly 25 years. They have been champions, always ready with options, and have done some amazing things to treat my dogs at times. There's been laughs, and tears but there's nowhere else I'd take my dogs. (unless it's something like 0300 hrs!) Read Less
Helen Heenan
17 Feb 2017
REPORT
Huge thanks to McMaster & Heap for the excellent care and accommodation of Humperdink while we were evacuated. Fantastic service!!!
Beth pabualan
26 Jan 2017
REPORT
I don't like the nurse there. She doesn't care about my dog. Not helpful
Aaron Stevens
26 Dec 2016
REPORT
I just want to say thanks to the team at McMaster and Heap who have looked after us for around 8 years now and have never once dropped the ball, especially Catherine who is nothing short of amazing es... Read More
I just want to say thanks to the team at McMaster and Heap who have looked after us for around 8 years now and have never once dropped the ball, especially Catherine who is nothing short of amazing especially with my cat Milko. Another huge thank you to the vets and nurses involved recently in making sure she made it through after mistaking a human medicine for a cat biscuit!!! Forever grateful. Hope you all had a lovely Christmas. Aaron and Milko. Read Less
Olivia Webster
26 Nov 2016
REPORT
Excellent staff and care. Been going here for 6 years and they have been nothing but helpful, knowledgeable and professional.
Lyn Ash
20 Nov 2016
REPORT
Our Alfie had cataract surgery 4 weeks ago he has recovered so well he is back to his old self. Thank you Steve for all your help.
Danai Smith
13 Nov 2016
REPORT
Always get great service when I take my two dogs here. They were happy to let me bring my puppy in 30 minutes before closing on a Friday night when he got into the rubbish and ate raw chicken skin. Th... Read More
Always get great service when I take my two dogs here. They were happy to let me bring my puppy in 30 minutes before closing on a Friday night when he got into the rubbish and ate raw chicken skin. The staff were very friendly and they took great care of my puppy. He left feeling much better. Read Less
Lysette Price
18 Aug 2016
REPORT
3 Sunday's ago my parents bought our wee cat in, Gucci to be put down after being misdiagnosed several times by Avonhead Vets and it was too late :( I didn't come as I was extremely upset but was so ... Read More
3 Sunday's ago my parents bought our wee cat in, Gucci to be put down after being misdiagnosed several times by Avonhead Vets and it was too late :( I didn't come as I was extremely upset but was so happy to hear how kind you were to my parents and Gucci. They appreciate the candle you have in the front for times like these as well as just your teams bed side manner. We were also grateful for the card we recieved shortly after. All this service and we arent even a local or regular! Thank you so much. It was a breath of fresh air after the ordeal we went through. When i am ready to have another fur baby i will be definitely making you guys my vets xo thank you again Read Less
Friel Amanda
3 Aug 2016
REPORT
Glad to see all the great feedback, my old Charlie that I got from CPL about 18mnths ago has gone in for radiotherapy today as she has HT . Hoping it goes well for her so she can come back and annoy h... Read More
Glad to see all the great feedback, my old Charlie that I got from CPL about 18mnths ago has gone in for radiotherapy today as she has HT . Hoping it goes well for her so she can come back and annoy her brother as b4. Fingers crossed poor girl. Read Less
Hayley Stewart
14 Jul 2016
REPORT
The team at McMaster and Heap is the best ever. Everyone is wonderful. Caring, patient, skillful, knowledgable, current, inclusive, friendly. Thank you to Steve and Michele and all. Our pets are famil... Read More
The team at McMaster and Heap is the best ever. Everyone is wonderful. Caring, patient, skillful, knowledgable, current, inclusive, friendly. Thank you to Steve and Michele and all. Our pets are family. Thank you so much for your wonderful care. I'm super grateful for the care you give to my precious Saffy. Hx Read Less
Brodie McPhail
2 Jul 2016
REPORT
Have started taking our kitten there this year and the service is excellent. The vets are great with out kitten and the place just has a nice modern and clean feel. It is great that they do later hour... Read More
Have started taking our kitten there this year and the service is excellent. The vets are great with out kitten and the place just has a nice modern and clean feel. It is great that they do later hours and weekends as well. Read Less
Nieve K
13 Jun 2016
REPORT
Best vet practice I've had experience with so far!
Very nice and clean place, vets are really friendly and knowledgeable, and some vets knowledgeable in some unusual pets too!
Great price for great ... Read More
Best vet practice I've had experience with so far!
Very nice and clean place, vets are really friendly and knowledgeable, and some vets knowledgeable in some unusual pets too!
Great price for great service!
One vet is also very experienced and knowledgeable in small animal surgeries and anesthesia too.
This practice seems very well presented, genuine and trustworthy, I'd recommend this practice to everyone :) Read Less
Anna Morton
28 May 2016
REPORT
our 14 year old pug/Chihuahua bob had cataract surgery in February, after going blind through diabetes. we were recommended to see Steve from our vet in Dunedin. Steve was very professional in our dea... Read More
our 14 year old pug/Chihuahua bob had cataract surgery in February, after going blind through diabetes. we were recommended to see Steve from our vet in Dunedin. Steve was very professional in our dealings with him, nothing but open and honest. going through with the cataract surgery was the best decision we have ever made. Steve has given our dog back his love of life with full enjoyment and cheekiness. Steve gave as the chance to see our wee dog get back to his old self, which we did not think was possible again. we would highly recommend Steve and his amazing staff, though to be honest Steve is a true MIRACLE WORKER how do you find the words to describe someone like that? we would like to thank Steve and his team for the care, compassion and utmost professionalism they show in treating bob, and dealing with us. Steve thank you for changing bobs life, and giving us our dog backRead Less
Rachel Potter
24 Apr 2016
REPORT
Just wanted to say a big thank you to vet nurse Chrisy. My darling boy Quattro was run over and handed into McMaster and Heap. We live in the same street so Quattro would always hang outside the vets ... Read More
Just wanted to say a big thank you to vet nurse Chrisy. My darling boy Quattro was run over and handed into McMaster and Heap. We live in the same street so Quattro would always hang outside the vets and sleep in the bushes and became everyone's friend. Chrisy went out of her way to come home and tell us personally. I am so grateful for that. He was so loved and will be sadly missed. Read Less
Jane McMahon
7 Jan 2016
REPORT
Went to an after hours practice who found nothing specifically wrong with my little dog Kip. Took her to McMaster & Heap and Steve did a thorough and skilled assessment. He deduced that in all likel... Read More
Went to an after hours practice who found nothing specifically wrong with my little dog Kip. Took her to McMaster & Heap and Steve did a thorough and skilled assessment. He deduced that in all likelihood a grass seed had migrated into her head and behind her eye. He operated that afternoon, found the seed, and she is now at home and recovering well. Thanks so much to the excellent team there. Read Less
Our Practice is built upon our guarantee to do our very best for your pet when ever you need us and you and your special friend will be treated with respect, kindness and professionalism. We will always do our very best to diagnose the problem and make sure your animals have all the luxuries on hand for a speedy recovery. We have heavily invested in technology and equipment, therefore can offer a complete, comprehensive service. We have the expertise and knowledge to handle most surgical and medical problems that walk through the doors. If not, we can offer referral anywhere in NZ.
Thank you so much for your wonderful care of our Polly. We are. Blown away by your thoughtfulness we thank you for the exceptional care over recent times. Joan. Marg.
Vicky Goatley
15 Jun 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
The staff are incredible with animals (Which is a must) and you can tell they love their jobs. Always helpful and they look after my wee cat well when he's there. ☺
John Herbert
14 Jun 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Second to none service with a diagnostic accuracy that's well ahead of the competition.
zeb h
9 Mar 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Staff are great and very friendly. Been here a few times for pup. Reasonably expensive but they all are really. Average prices compared to other vets. They stand out with their friendly staff. However... Read More
Staff are great and very friendly. Been here a few times for pup. Reasonably expensive but they all are really. Average prices compared to other vets. They stand out with their friendly staff. However down side is they are a very popular vets and always very busy. Have been twice and both times they were running behind with too many customer and not enough vets. But they seem to do a thourgh job are genuinely care for the pets Read Less
Philip Barclay
7 Mar 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Best vet for your pet. The staff are very knowledgeable and always doing their best to care for your pet.
Debbie Watt
3 Mar 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Our vet since 2012. Always top quality friendly service.
E Minto
4 Jan 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
My dog just loves going...its like it's a big social event. Even when she's been unwell, she perks up when we park up and she sees the building and promptly bounces in. Their level of expertise and s... Read More
My dog just loves going...its like it's a big social event. Even when she's been unwell, she perks up when we park up and she sees the building and promptly bounces in. Their level of expertise and support as a team is amazing. I can't fault them and am very confident with their treatment of my fur-baby. I feel she's in very safe hands when she goes there. Read Less
Richard Morrison
13 Nov 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Lovely kind staff who looked after my dogs very well. A great selection of pet toys and treats available too. Looking forward to the pups being healthy and fit thank's to this great vet.
Stephen Burrows
23 Apr 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Great pet care, advice as well as cattery for my two persians
Kate Wallis
20 Feb 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I've had my various dogs pure-breds and rescued, under the care of this fabulous team for roughly 25 years. They have been champions, always ready with options, and have done some amazing things to tr... Read More
I've had my various dogs pure-breds and rescued, under the care of this fabulous team for roughly 25 years. They have been champions, always ready with options, and have done some amazing things to treat my dogs at times. There's been laughs, and tears but there's nowhere else I'd take my dogs. (unless it's something like 0300 hrs!) Read Less
Helen Heenan
17 Feb 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Huge thanks to McMaster & Heap for the excellent care and accommodation of Humperdink while we were evacuated. Fantastic service!!!
Beth pabualan
26 Jan 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I don't like the nurse there. She doesn't care about my dog. Not helpful
Aaron Stevens
26 Dec 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I just want to say thanks to the team at McMaster and Heap who have looked after us for around 8 years now and have never once dropped the ball, especially Catherine who is nothing short of amazing es... Read More
I just want to say thanks to the team at McMaster and Heap who have looked after us for around 8 years now and have never once dropped the ball, especially Catherine who is nothing short of amazing especially with my cat Milko. Another huge thank you to the vets and nurses involved recently in making sure she made it through after mistaking a human medicine for a cat biscuit!!! Forever grateful. Hope you all had a lovely Christmas. Aaron and Milko. Read Less
Olivia Webster
26 Nov 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Excellent staff and care. Been going here for 6 years and they have been nothing but helpful, knowledgeable and professional.
Lyn Ash
20 Nov 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Our Alfie had cataract surgery 4 weeks ago he has recovered so well he is back to his old self. Thank you Steve for all your help.
Danai Smith
13 Nov 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Always get great service when I take my two dogs here. They were happy to let me bring my puppy in 30 minutes before closing on a Friday night when he got into the rubbish and ate raw chicken skin. Th... Read More
Always get great service when I take my two dogs here. They were happy to let me bring my puppy in 30 minutes before closing on a Friday night when he got into the rubbish and ate raw chicken skin. The staff were very friendly and they took great care of my puppy. He left feeling much better. Read Less
Lysette Price
18 Aug 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
3 Sunday's ago my parents bought our wee cat in, Gucci to be put down after being misdiagnosed several times by Avonhead Vets and it was too late :( I didn't come as I was extremely upset but was so ... Read More
3 Sunday's ago my parents bought our wee cat in, Gucci to be put down after being misdiagnosed several times by Avonhead Vets and it was too late :( I didn't come as I was extremely upset but was so happy to hear how kind you were to my parents and Gucci. They appreciate the candle you have in the front for times like these as well as just your teams bed side manner. We were also grateful for the card we recieved shortly after. All this service and we arent even a local or regular! Thank you so much. It was a breath of fresh air after the ordeal we went through. When i am ready to have another fur baby i will be definitely making you guys my vets xo thank you again Read Less
Friel Amanda
3 Aug 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Glad to see all the great feedback, my old Charlie that I got from CPL about 18mnths ago has gone in for radiotherapy today as she has HT . Hoping it goes well for her so she can come back and annoy h... Read More
Glad to see all the great feedback, my old Charlie that I got from CPL about 18mnths ago has gone in for radiotherapy today as she has HT . Hoping it goes well for her so she can come back and annoy her brother as b4. Fingers crossed poor girl. Read Less
Hayley Stewart
14 Jul 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
The team at McMaster and Heap is the best ever. Everyone is wonderful. Caring, patient, skillful, knowledgable, current, inclusive, friendly. Thank you to Steve and Michele and all. Our pets are famil... Read More
The team at McMaster and Heap is the best ever. Everyone is wonderful. Caring, patient, skillful, knowledgable, current, inclusive, friendly. Thank you to Steve and Michele and all. Our pets are family. Thank you so much for your wonderful care. I'm super grateful for the care you give to my precious Saffy. Hx Read Less
Brodie McPhail
2 Jul 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Have started taking our kitten there this year and the service is excellent. The vets are great with out kitten and the place just has a nice modern and clean feel. It is great that they do later hour... Read More
Have started taking our kitten there this year and the service is excellent. The vets are great with out kitten and the place just has a nice modern and clean feel. It is great that they do later hours and weekends as well. Read Less
Nieve K
13 Jun 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Best vet practice I've had experience with so far!
Very nice and clean place, vets are really friendly and knowledgeable, and some vets knowledgeable in some unusual pets too!
Great price for great ... Read More
Best vet practice I've had experience with so far!
Very nice and clean place, vets are really friendly and knowledgeable, and some vets knowledgeable in some unusual pets too!
Great price for great service!
One vet is also very experienced and knowledgeable in small animal surgeries and anesthesia too.
This practice seems very well presented, genuine and trustworthy, I'd recommend this practice to everyone :) Read Less
Anna Morton
28 May 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
our 14 year old pug/Chihuahua bob had cataract surgery in February, after going blind through diabetes. we were recommended to see Steve from our vet in Dunedin. Steve was very professional in our dea... Read More
our 14 year old pug/Chihuahua bob had cataract surgery in February, after going blind through diabetes. we were recommended to see Steve from our vet in Dunedin. Steve was very professional in our dealings with him, nothing but open and honest. going through with the cataract surgery was the best decision we have ever made. Steve has given our dog back his love of life with full enjoyment and cheekiness. Steve gave as the chance to see our wee dog get back to his old self, which we did not think was possible again. we would highly recommend Steve and his amazing staff, though to be honest Steve is a true MIRACLE WORKER how do you find the words to describe someone like that? we would like to thank Steve and his team for the care, compassion and utmost professionalism they show in treating bob, and dealing with us. Steve thank you for changing bobs life, and giving us our dog backRead Less
Rachel Potter
24 Apr 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Just wanted to say a big thank you to vet nurse Chrisy. My darling boy Quattro was run over and handed into McMaster and Heap. We live in the same street so Quattro would always hang outside the vets ... Read More
Just wanted to say a big thank you to vet nurse Chrisy. My darling boy Quattro was run over and handed into McMaster and Heap. We live in the same street so Quattro would always hang outside the vets and sleep in the bushes and became everyone's friend. Chrisy went out of her way to come home and tell us personally. I am so grateful for that. He was so loved and will be sadly missed. Read Less
Jane McMahon
7 Jan 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Went to an after hours practice who found nothing specifically wrong with my little dog Kip. Took her to McMaster & Heap and Steve did a thorough and skilled assessment. He deduced that in all likel... Read More
Went to an after hours practice who found nothing specifically wrong with my little dog Kip. Took her to McMaster & Heap and Steve did a thorough and skilled assessment. He deduced that in all likelihood a grass seed had migrated into her head and behind her eye. He operated that afternoon, found the seed, and she is now at home and recovering well. Thanks so much to the excellent team there. Read Less