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Our team of passionate pet and farm veterinarians are based across New Zealand's South Island with 24 clinics serving Canterbury, MacKenzie, Otago, Nelson/Tasman and Marlborough.

OUR SERVICES

Vetlife offers complete, optimum care for pets and for farm/production animals.

We deeply understand the bond between pet owners and their beloved animals. At Vetlife, we offer warm, personalised care in our clinics to ensure your companions receive the attention they deserve. Additionally, we have three conveniently located catteries for your feline friends. For those with farms or lifestyle blocks, our dedicated team members are available to visit your property and treat your stock on-site. We work with you to develop a plan that maximises our time on-farm, ensuring a tailored solution to keep your animals at peak production.

OUR CLINICS

With clinics in Canterbury, MacKenzie, Otago, Nelson/Tasman and Marlborough, we can help you in your community.

As a locally owned and operated South Island business, Vetlife possesses extensive knowledge of the Otago, Canterbury, MacKenzie, and Marlborough regions. With four decades of experience and working owners, we are deeply rooted in the community. Being run by veterinarians, we have a thorough understanding of local animal needs, issues, and deficiencies. Our focus is on the long-term health and well-being of animals within your community. We are your animal health partners, committed to delivering the best outcomes for your animals through routine treatments, emergency surgeries, retail needs within our clinics, and expert advice on increasing on-farm production.

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Our People

We employ highly skilled staff and offer great career opportunities.

As an employer, Vetlife can offer career pathways, best practice training and mentoring to graduates. We get to know each team member individually to help them shape a satisfying career.  We pride ourselves on looking after our colleagues and treating them like family. We keep up with modern technology, invest in plant and equipment, encourage active learning and research and work with our people to create sustainable working patterns and commitments. Get in touch if you would like to join the Vetlife family – we would love to hear from you!

Let’s stay in touch

“I have always received exceptionally great service from Vetlife Timaru. Dries has been my dogs vet for 7 years and has performed a number of surgeries on her, Dries always shows so much compassion and care for my dog with our best interest in mind. Most recently he performed a surgery on her and two days later we received a follow up phone call to check on how she was doing. Thank you so much for always been great to work with :) ”

Megan

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Bionic Plus Sheep Capsules Return for 2025

Bionic Plus Sheep Capsules

Bionic Plus® sheep capsules will again be available for the 2025 season. Bionic capsules were removed from the market, along with all other controlled release capsules, as part of a requirement by the regulatory body, the ACVM, following some variabilities being detected in some products. Bionic Plus has since undergone rigorous testing to show its […]

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Trace Element Monitoring

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Autumn is the perfect time to review your trace element and mineral programme and to make a testing and supplementation plan for your farm with your veterinarian. Most farms will have a trace element supplementation programme of some description, but regular testing is needed to make sure it is working and that you are getting […]

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Dental Disease in Pets

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Dental disease is one of the most common problems seen in cats and dogs. Up to 70% of cats and 80% of dogs will show signs of dental disease by 2 years of age. It is therefore vital to start preventative care and learn how to recognise symptoms from the day you get your cat […]

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