Animates Vetcare Clinic Kaiwharawhara

Kaiwharawhara · Wellington CityAfter hours4.9(13)Google Verified June 2026

About

General small-animal vet clinic on Hutt Road in Kaiwharawhara, set inside the Animates store, part of the wider Vetcare Group network. Known particularly for dentistry and oral surgery, with a dedicated after-hours phone line for out-of-hours care.

Services

This clinic offers after-hours care

Evening and weekend appointments available.

Everyday & preventive 4
Consultations
Check-ups, health advice and minor illness.
Vaccinations
Puppy, kitten and annual boosters.
Dental
Scale, polish and tooth extractions.
Pharmacy
Prescription meds & parasite prevention on site.
Surgery & diagnostics 3
Desexing
Spey and neuter surgery.
Surgery
Soft-tissue and routine operations.
Diagnostics & imaging
In-house bloods, x-ray & ultrasound.
Urgent & after-hours 1
After hours
Care available outside standard hours.

Opening hours

Monday8:00am–6:30pm
Tuesday8:00am–7:00pm
Wednesday8:00am–7:00pm
Thursday8:00am–6:30pm
Friday8:00am–6:30pm
Saturday9:00am–4:00pm
Sunday9:00am–5:00pm

What pet owners say

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Claire Chin
4 months ago

Vetcare Kai has always been nothing but professional and lovely to our little Alfred and we always know he's in great hands with their fantastic and knowledgeable staff! Thank you for taking care of our fur baby.

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Tia Neha Toki
a month ago

Kia Ora to this top knotch Animates Vetcare Clinic Kaiwharawhara service. First, a big ups to Kat (Cat - apologies in advance if I have spelled your name incorrectly) the vet nurse, with her friendly Kia Ora salutation which was an instant winner for me as a speaker of te reo Māori. I was absolutely delighted and sold when I heard the greeting and her professional approach when dealing with my cat Minsy and I. After our visit, I talked with a colleague in your Animates store on how I was impressed from the front to back of your vet clinic and was taken in from the point of contact, communication and ability to show genuine interest with us as your customers and clients. Nothing was a hassle to the point of helping me how to use an online payment card. Thank you Kat (Cat). Next, Liaora (apologies in advance if I also spelled your name incorrectly) the resident vet. The professional delivery and medical care for Minsy was second to none. As an unofficial member of the Skeptics Society ha ha, I was impressed on our first and second visits to your clinic. As a person that normally asks a lot of questions, Lianora was able to seamlessly explain a very user-friendly way of capturing the essence of Minsy's medical needs and condition. A personalised plan was discussed and has been put into place that is targeted for her needs. So this fantastic communication reduced my anxiety and numerous questions. The comprehensive report for Minsy's vetcare was exemplary and I was impressed. Much appreciation to this team. Thank you again to the excellent staff at Animates Vetcare Clinic Kaiwharawhara. Words do not capture how impressed I was. You folks deserve an award because of your excellent approach with customers and our beloved pets. Minsy and I thank you and a meow of gratitude for your exceptional service and support xx.

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Lola
a year ago

We have only appreciation words for all the Kai vet team! Our cat needed an urgent dental procedure, we weren't current clients and they provided assistance and support quickly and professionally. They assessed Pancho thoroughly without previous booking, elaborated a comprehensive medical report and surgery estimate. At all times, they kept a readily, clear and sympathetically communication. They are awesome. Thank you! ❤️

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Jake Barnett
a year ago

The vet staff here are always kind, caring and very professional. I will always bring my pets back here.

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Rachel Fox
a year ago

The staff at Kaiwharawhara vetcare are amazing. They always go above and beyond to ensure our animals are happy and looked after- from squeezing us in last minute appointments for our cat or really taking the time to understand the needs of our nervous dog. We wouldn’t go anywhere else.

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