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Pet Doctors New Zealand’s first and only dedicated Veterinary Hospital for exotic pets. Experience extraordinary care for your unique pets with us!

Pet Doctors St Lukes & Exotics Centre is New Zealand's first and only dedicated Veterinary Hospital for exotic pets, while also attending to the needs of common household pets. Our passionate and caring team has a long history of providing high-quality care for the more unusual pets. Whether you and your pet are coming in for a routine health check, a pre or post-purchase examination, as a referra

l case, or for treatment of an illness, we have the staff, experience and equipment to offer excellent care for your exotic pet.

Today’s patient of the day is Alfred Farouk Chewbacca Garthwaite, or Alfred for short! Even tho he was nervous he was ve...
14/01/2026

Today’s patient of the day is Alfred Farouk Chewbacca Garthwaite, or Alfred for short! Even tho he was nervous he was very brave for his day stay with us 💖

Today’s patient of the day is Boomy! He was the sweetest little guy and couldn’t wait to get into his food after his pro...
12/01/2026

Today’s patient of the day is Boomy! He was the sweetest little guy and couldn’t wait to get into his food after his procedure today 💖

Today’s patient of the day is Kaiser! He was so brave and so sweet while in with us yesterday and today 💖
09/01/2026

Today’s patient of the day is Kaiser! He was so brave and so sweet while in with us yesterday and today 💖

Welcome to another meet the team Tuesday! Today we are introducing Alana!Alana tried her hand at a number of different c...
05/01/2026

Welcome to another meet the team Tuesday! Today we are introducing Alana!

Alana tried her hand at a number of different careers before she landed on Vet Nursing. She’s done marketing, event management, communications, and even acting. Eventually she realised her love for animals was the thing that brought her the most joy, and she hasn’t looked back since!

Besides her job, she loves a good book on the beach, a glass of rosé in the sun, cooking for her friends, her church community, and writing poetry.

Here is what the team said about Alana:
Alana’s growth from student to fully fledged nurse has been nothing short of incredible. Always hardworking and eager to learn, she has developed strong technical skills and can confidently step into any role where she’s needed. She thinks ahead for both patients and staff, ensuring everyone is cared for, and approaches every challenge with patience, positivity, and calm problem-solving. Nurturing, dedicated, and deeply compassionate, Alana creates a sense of safety and warmth wherever she goes. She has truly come into her own, consistently going above and beyond for her patients and team, and is someone many of us deeply admire. 💛👏

Alana has truly blossomed into an exceptional nurse. From her student days she stood out as diligent, thoughtful, and deeply caring, and she has continued to grow into a confident teacher, skilled clinician, and selfless team player. She balances empathy and productivity with ease, consistently reflecting on her work to improve patient care and support both clients and colleagues. Her positivity, kindness, and ability to make others laugh bring so much warmth to the clinic, and her strong skill set and dedication make her a huge asset to the team. Alana’s journey and achievements are inspiring, and it’s a privilege to work alongside her. 💕

Happy Sunday Bum day 🍑
03/01/2026

Happy Sunday Bum day 🍑

Welcome to meet the team Tuesday, today we would like to introduce Georgia!Hey, I’m Georgia, and the common places you’l...
30/12/2025

Welcome to meet the team Tuesday, today we would like to introduce Georgia!

Hey, I’m Georgia, and the common places you’ll find me around the clinic are:
- Giving shoulder and head massages to patients
- Looking after the mealworm farm
- And whispering words of affirmations to anxious cats

Outside of work, my hobbies include loving my cats, gardening, crafts of all types and camping when the weather isn’t too awful. This past year, I became a registered veterinary nurse (RVN), which was my way of showing my love and commitment to learning and giving gold standard care.

Here’s what the team had to say about her:

Georgia is an incredibly reliable, efficient, and knowledgeable nurse who brings calm, humor, and good vibes wherever she goes. She quietly gets things done with precision and grace, often anticipating needs before they’re even voiced, making everyone feel at ease when she’s around. Though she has a tough exterior and takes no nonsense, she’s deeply caring, endlessly patient with clients, and delivers exceptional patient care.
A fantastic teacher and planner with a sharp mind and thoughtful heart, Georgia goes above and beyond for her team and friends—always stepping up, always giving her all, and always making the clinic a better place to be.

Share your love for Georgia in the comments

27/12/2025

Happy Sunday bum day 🍑

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us here at PDSL and our pets, we hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas 🎄🎅

Welcome to another meet the team Tuesday, this week we are introducing BelindaMeet Belinda, the resident Rat Queen and b...
22/12/2025

Welcome to another meet the team Tuesday, this week we are introducing Belinda

Meet Belinda, the resident Rat Queen and behind-the-scenes superstar at Pet Doctors St Lukes. She’s been part of the team since 2022, first joining as client relations before naturally working her way into her current role as Assistant Manager.

Belinda is known for her love of admin, her knack for organisation, and her genuine passion for helping clients — but her journey didn’t stop at the front desk. Along the way, she discovered a growing love for nursing, recently completing her Vet Nurse Assistant qualification and already planning to continue her studies next year.

When she’s not keeping the clinic running smoothly, Belinda can be found gaming, crafting, road tripping with her fiancé Jordan, educating people about rats or hanging out with her wonderfully chaotic cat Freya and her ever-expanding mischief of (currently) nine rats through breeding and rescue. Yes, she knows all their names 🐾💖

Here’s what the team had to say about her

Belinda is an incredibly determined, kind, and resilient member of the team. No matter what challenges life throws at her, she continues to work hard with a fighting spirit fueled by her deep passion for animals and veterinary care.
She is empathetic, thoughtful, and non-judgemental, always putting others first and advocating for both animals and their owners. A true “student of the game,” Belinda loves to learn and eagerly shares her knowledge, particularly her strong passion for rat husbandry and welfare.
Creative, talented, and highly capable in both admin and clinical support, she keeps the clinic running smoothly behind the scenes. Her warmth, enthusiasm, and dedication make her a joy to work with, and she is a huge asset to the team—we can’t wait to have her back.

Happy christmassy Sunday bumday 🎄🍑
21/12/2025

Happy christmassy Sunday bumday 🎄🍑

Kia ora whanau! Santa's little helper Theo is reminding everyone we'll be closed on public holidays. Make sure to note t...
16/12/2025

Kia ora whanau! Santa's little helper Theo is reminding everyone we'll be closed on public holidays. Make sure to note the dates and plan your pet's visits accordingly. Merry Christmas from all of us at PDSL! 🎄🐾

Welcome to another meet the team Tuesday. This week we are introducing Kierrin…Hi I’m Kierrin. I’ve been working as a nu...
16/12/2025

Welcome to another meet the team Tuesday. This week we are introducing Kierrin…

Hi I’m Kierrin. I’ve been working as a nurse at St Lukes since not long after graduating, in August 2022.
I love work at PDSL, everyday is exciting and I’m constantly learning. I have a big passion for teaching and am in charge of the students coming through the clinic.
Outside of work, I love to cross stitch, game and hang out with my 3 cats and bun.

Here is what the team had to say:

Kierrin is a fun, positive, and incredibly capable super nurse who balances silliness with a strong work ethic — we just need to keep her from accidentally hurting herself!
She effortlessly supports vets, students, and the clinic as a whole, adapting to any situation with confidence, care, and optimism. A natural teacher and trusted teammate, she lifts spirits, gets the job done, and makes everyone feel supported and valued.
Beloved by the team for her energy, reliability, and heart, Kierrin is truly one of a kind and an absolute joy to work with.

Share your love for Kierrin in the comments

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5 Wagener Place
Auckland
1025

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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