109 Oxford Terrace, Epuni, Lower Hutt

04 577 3717

reception@lowerhuttvet.co.nz

Welcome to Animal Health Centre

Our staff are warm, personable and caring. We enjoy helping and we do our best to make a visit to the vet a positive experience. We know the names of our clients and their pets so you will never be treated as a number.

Animal Health Centre Veterinary Clinic Lower Hutt

What We Do?

At Animal Health Centre we offer a comprehensive medical, surgical and hospital facility that provides everything you would expect from a modern veterinary practice.

  • Friendly staff who know you and won’t treat you like a number.
  • Expert, caring vets, each with at least 25 years experience.
  • We have pets too, so personal interest in providing great service
  • Continuity from a small tight-knit team with great communication.
More Details

Get in Touch

Speak with our amazing team about how we provide your pet the best healthcare.

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Vet Services

A broad range of pet care services available to keep your pets healthy and happy.

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Why Choose Us?

Discover our wide range of veterinary services for your pet.

Prescription Food & Diet

Prescription Food & Diet

Sometimes your vet will recommend a prescription diet. This is to offer your pet specially formulate…

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Blood Tests

Blood Tests

Pathology: Early Diagnosis – Uncovering the Benefits.As a pet owner, it’s important to k…

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Behaviour Consultations 

Behaviour Consultations 

Identifying the problemWhen a behaviour problem is identified the first step is to ascertain whether…

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New Puppy

New Puppy

Puppies are cute and cuddly and great fun. They are also a big responsibility that can’t be taken li…

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Pet Dental Care

Pet Dental Care

Good oral hygiene is essential for the long-term health and wellbeing of all animals. Unfortunately,…

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Effective Flea Control

Effective Flea Control

How can pet owners prevent fleas?Pets are an important part of many people’s lives, but they c…

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General Vet Care

General Vet Care

Our veterinary team can assist you with education, advice and care to ensure your pet has the happie…

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Microchipping

Microchipping

Have you ever wondered why pets get microchipped? Microchipping acts as a safety net for our furry f…

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All Vet Services

Our skilled veterinary team is here for you.

Dr Simon Nelson

Dr Simon Nelson

Lead Veterinary Surgeon
Dr Sue Gautrey

Dr Sue Gautrey

Senior Veterinary Surgeon
Virginia

Virginia

Veterinary Nurse / Practice Manager
Noah

Noah

Practice Mischief Maker
Nicki

Nicki

Veterinary Nurse
Maggie

Maggie

Veterinary Nurse
Virginia

Virginia

Veterinary Nurse / Practice Manager
Alana

Alana

Receptionist
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Pet Advice

Our pet advice helps you keep your pet happy and healthy

Happy Pet Parents

See what everyone’s saying about us.

Friendly staff, caring towards the cats, and price for prescription diet food reasonable. But what was really good, the 2 cats seemed relaxed with the staff and well looked after.

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Brett A.

Always a professional service and helpful medical advice for your furry loved one. All my dogs are registered with this vet and would highly recommend. They even afterpay too!

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Natasha W.

I’m SO happy I found this vet clinic!!! I have taken my dog twice and seen two different vets. Both were incredible, so kind and gentle with my nervous dog and really thorough with their examinations as well as taking the time to explain things to me.

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Freyja K.