Business Details
46 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinary Clinic in Templestowe
Vets on Parker has been a trusted provider of veterinary care in Templestowe for over 30 years. Established in the early 1980s, our clinic combines decades of experience with state-of-the-art facilities to deliver comprehensive pet healthcare. Our team of skilled veterinarians, veterinary nurses, and support staff are dedicated to improving the lives of animals through preventative care, advanced diagnostics, and compassionate treatment. We offer a wide range of services including vaccinations, surgical procedures, dental care, and senior pet health management, tailored to meet the needs of dogs, cats, and pocket pets.Our holistic approach emphasizes early intervention, client education, and community engagement through initiatives like school visits and local dog park partnerships. With 7-day-a-week availability and emergency referral services, we ensure continuous care for pets across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
Services
Vaccinations
Parasite Control
Dental Care
Surgical Procedures
Senior Pet Health
Puppy Pre-School
Cat Boarding
House Call Services
Diagnostic Imaging
Behavioural Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of veterinary expertise in Templestowe
- Our clinic features digital x-ray and onsite pathology labs
- 24/7 emergency care through Melbourne Animal Specialist Hospital
- Comprehensive services from puppy school to senior pet care
- Dedicated team of specialist vets and certified veterinary nurses
What people say
Exceptional care
Knowledgeable staff
Comprehensive services
Excellent emergency response
Great puppy school
Services
Preventative Vaccinations
Our vaccination program protects pets against life-threatening diseases like distemper, parvovirus, and feline leukemia. We follow strict protocols requiring health checks before administration. Annual boosters for dogs and triennial schedules for cats ensure ongoing immunity while maintaining compliance with boarding facility requirements.
Dental Care
Comprehensive dental services include routine cleanings, extractions, and periodontal treatments. Digital x-rays help diagnose hidden issues while our preventive education programs teach owners proper home care techniques. Early intervention prevents systemic health complications from dental disease in pets.
Senior Pet Health
Specialized programs for pets over seven years include bi-annual check-ups, blood testing, and arthritis management. Our team monitors age-related conditions like kidney disease and hypertension through onsite pathology services, ensuring early detection and tailored treatment plans for older animals.
Cat Boarding
Our purpose-built cattery offers climate-controlled condos with outdoor access. Trained staff provide medication administration and daily monitoring, with veterinary care available onsite. Features include personalized feeding plans, photo updates, and special accommodations for diabetic or medicated cats during their stay.
Puppy Pre-School
Five-week socialization classes for puppies aged 8-16 weeks focus on basic obedience and behavioral development. Certified trainers use positive reinforcement techniques in outdoor sessions, emphasizing early socialization to shape well-adjusted adult dogs while educating owners on proper training methods.
People
Dr. Kevin Foster
Principal Veterinarian
Graduated with honours from the University of Melbourne, completed postgraduate studies in small animal medicine, and has over 15 years' experience in veterinary practice across Sydney and Melbourne.
Dr. Sarah Thorpe
Veterinary Surgeon
University of Melbourne graduate with a Masters in Veterinary Studies, specializing in geriatric pet care and chronic disease management since joining the clinic in 2012.
Dr. Erica Chan
Veterinarian
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Melbourne, providing general practice care with a focus on preventive medicine and community engagement.
Danielle Cowburn
Veterinary Nurse
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing candidate with emergency clinic experience, wildlife rescue volunteer, and foster carer for rescue animals since joining in 2019.
Joanne Amos
Veterinary Nurse
Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Biosciences graduate with over 15 years' experience, director of Maneki Neko Cat Rescue, and specialist in feline care.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide vaccinations, surgical procedures, dental care, senior pet health programs, puppy pre-school, cat boarding, and 24/7 emergency referrals to MASH Ringwood.
Do you handle pet emergencies?
Yes, we provide emergency care during clinic hours and refer after-hours cases to Melbourne Animal Specialist Hospital, which operates 24/7 without appointments.
What payment options are available?
We accept Zip-pay and VetPay financing options, process GAPONLY pet insurance claims, and require payment at the time of treatment.
How can I book appointments?
Book online through our website, call us at (03) 9850 1355, or visit our Templestowe clinic for in-person bookings during operating hours.
Do you offer cat boarding facilities?
Yes, our cattery features climate-controlled condos, outdoor access, medication administration, and personalized care with photo updates during your cat's stay.
What are your operating hours?
Monday-Friday 8am-7pm, Saturday 8am-4pm, Sunday 10am-12pm. House calls available for surrounding areas during business hours.
