Get To Know Us
Taking care of pets in Christchurch for over 35 years. As of 9 January, Shirley Vet will be closed on Sundays.
What We Do
We offer a range of medical and nutritional services for your small animals, we also have a 24/7 self service dog wash.
Do You Have Questions?
Do you have any questions or concerns about your pet? We have heard it all. Maybe we have the answers on our FAQ page.
After Hours Emergencies
For emergencies outside our standard consulting hours please call 03 341 6449. If your pet begins to exhibit behaviors that indicate they need emergency care don’t hesitate. Here is a list of common pet emergency signs. If you are unsure, don’t hesitate to call with questions.
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Hear our latest news, what’s going on in the clinic, pet health tips and maybe a few cute pics.
PET OF THE MONTH
On the 14th February, Toothless’ dad brought him in for a consulation as he was struggling to go to the toilet – this is not a good sign in male cats as it points to a blocked bladder which can be fatal if untreated.He came in for his exam, he wasn’t very happy (understandably) and wouldn’t let our vet examine him, so we had to sedate him to be able to examine him. The vet found that his bladder was blocked so we spoke to the owner who gave us the go ahead to treat him.