Griffiths Veterinary Centre Ltd β Vets in Ashburton
Clinic Overview
- Alice, Carly and Catherine are thanked for infection care, with Catherine also mentioned for laser treatment for arthritis. - Nathan, Nina and Naomi are praised for support during cancer care and help with medication, while Lin is mentioned for coordinating practical help quickly. - Charlotte, Alice, Beth and Ben are all singled out for compassionate support around end-of-life care and difficult decisions.
Services
- β’General veterinary care and preventative treatment: Routine care remains part of the clinicβs service range, with several owners describing long-term use of the practice and steady support across repeated visits.
- β’Urgent care, surgery and hospital support: The clinic offers surgery and hospitalisation. Recent examples include late-night and out-of-hours help, including a 3am emergency visit for an elderly dog having seizures, as well as earlier mention of an emergency spay.
- β’Rehabilitation and pain management: Website-grounded rehabilitation services include acupuncture, hydrotherapy, manual therapies and electrotherapies. Reviews also mention laser treatment for arthritis and regular physio appointments helping an older dog.
- β’Medical treatment for ongoing and complex illness: Owners describe help with cancer care, medication arrangements, infection treatment and repeated check-ups for elderly pets.
- β’End-of-life care: Reviews consistently describe euthanasia and final care being handled with dignity, comfort and clear explanations, including time to say goodbye and help arranging for a pet to remain at home with the family.
- β’Equine and other cases: One owner specifically praises Sam for a calm, patient and clearly explained visit to two ponies.
Pricing
No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.
People
Named team members praised by owners include Sam, Alice, Carly, Catherine, Kathryn, Nathan, Nina, Naomi, Charlotte, Beth, Ben, Tony, Ryan and Lin.
- β’Alice, Carly and Catherine are thanked for infection care, with Catherine also mentioned for laser treatment for arthritis.
- β’Nathan, Nina and Naomi are praised for support during cancer care and help with medication, while Lin is mentioned for coordinating practical help quickly.
- β’Charlotte, Alice, Beth and Ben are all singled out for compassionate support around end-of-life care and difficult decisions.
- β’Sam is warmly praised for an equine visit, Kathryn is described as a brilliant physio, and Ryan and Tony are both mentioned positively by name.
Reviews
Google shows 4.9 stars from 266 reviews. Recent feedback most often highlights
- β’Compassionate care in emergencies and at the end of life: Owners describe kind, calm support during a 3am seizure emergency, difficult final appointments, and peaceful handling of a petβs passing.
- β’Friendly, helpful staff across the whole practice: Reviews praise both the clinical team and reception staff for being attentive, approachable and reassuring.
- β’Strong support for older pets and ongoing conditions: Recent comments mention regular check-ups, physio, arthritis treatment, cancer care and help with repeat medication.
- β’Clear communication and patience: Several owners say vets took time to explain things properly, whether during urgent appointments or more routine ongoing care.

