Cats

OUR APPROACH

We’ll get your feline friend purring perfectly.

Cats hide illness and injury, it’s in their DNA. We uncover and treat all sorts of illness and injury, that’s in our DNA. We’re a bunch of cat lovers and our veterinarians will take care of all your cats needs.

From regular check-ups and preventative care, to emergency procedures, our clinics are equipped with everything needed to provide the highest quality care. The latest diagnostic equipment is there for blood analysis and digital X-rays...and ultrasound machines (could your kitty be expecting? We’ll soon find out). Then there’s the surgical suites.

They are prepared and ready for small procedures to large and complex operations.

But none of the fancy equipment is as important as the veterinarians that use it. And this is where the VetSouth difference lives. We have some of the very best small animal veterinarians in New Zealand. Highly trained, hugely experienced...and loving what they do, you’ll discover a bunch of people who are as passionate about your pets as you are.

So what can we do? We have you covered, from the smallest kittens to the oldest companion cats. Specialists in preventative care and keeping your cat happy and healthy, we can conduct a range of of in-house tests to see if your pet has any nasties or ailments that require urgent or on-going treatment.

...and should your cat require an overnight stay, fear not. Our snug and cosy cattery is climate controlled...and it is entirely possible the nurses will be giving your pet plenty of cuddles and making them feel right at home.

And don't forget...we are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Cattery: Boarding in Balclutha

Planning an overseas trip, or need to visit some whānau around NZ and worrying about who will look after your cat? Book your feline friend into our Balclutha Cattery and have peace of mind knowing that your cat will be monitored by staff from a fully equipped veterinary clinic. 

Open to anyone, our dedicated, boutique cattery is made up of nine heated inside runs with panoramic windows and everything your cat will need for a relaxing stay! Click here for more.

THE BENEFITS

Why VetSouth is a great choice

We're locals

We’ve been in the lower South Island for decades. It’s where we’re from and where we raise our families.

Wide network

We’re plugged into the Veterinary world and our team can call on expertise from all over the world, then deliver it locally.

Handy clinics

We’re close to you for consults, supplements, supplies...whatever you need. Pop on in or organise a delivery.

   

INNOVATION & RESEARCH

A never ending quest for improvement and advancement

Researching animal welfare and pathology is a passion we share, with our work being used by industry bodies such as Dairy NZ, the Sustainable Farming Fund and Beef & Lamb.

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