The Grange Vet Clinic
Welcome to The Grange Veterinary Clinic! Located in Wollongong, our veterinary clinic is dedicated to providing exceptional care for your pets, ensuring they are treated as part of our family. With over 28 years of experience, Dr. Joeanne Katsikaros and her passionate team are committed to the health and wellbeing of animals.
We offer a wide range of services, from health checks, vaccinations, and deworming to surgery and advice on nutrition and behavior. Our modern diagnostic equipment allows us to provide immediate assistance for nearly all of your pet's health needs.
Prevention is key to your animals' health, which is why we recommend annual check-ups to detect potential health issues early, alongside actively seeking information about their behavior and nutrition.
Drop by to meet our team! We are here to ensure that your pet receives the best possible treatment and care.
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: (closed)
- tuesday: 9h-18h
- wednesday: 9h-18h
- thursday: 9h-18h
- friday: 9h-18h
- saturday: 9h-12h
Our comment from InfoVet about The Grange Vet Clinic:
A Family-Like Approach to Veterinary Care
The Grange Vet Clinic stands out in the Kembla Grange community for its deeply personal and compassionate approach to animal health. Described by many long-term clients as a "second family," the clinic is renowned for treating every pet with the same love and dedication as their own. Led by Dr. Joeanne Katsikaros and Dr. Phoebe Shirlow, the team has built a reputation for genuine empathy, ensuring that both pets and their owners feel supported, understood, and at ease during every visit.
Exceptional Team and Compassionate Handling
The staff at The Grange Vet Clinic is consistently praised for their kindness, patience, and professionalism. Whether dealing with anxious puppies, senior cats, or exotic pets like birds and mice, the team demonstrates a remarkable ability to calm and comfort animals. Owners frequently highlight the vets' willingness to listen, explain procedures in detail, and go above and beyond to ensure the best outcome for their beloved companions.
- Personalized Attention: Staff take the time to understand individual pet needs, often providing detailed care booklets and following up on previous medical history.
- Emotional Support: The clinic is highly commended for its sensitive handling of end-of-life care and difficult diagnoses, offering comfort and dignity to both pets and grieving owners.
- Expertise with All Species: From routine vaccinations for dogs to specialized care for cats, birds, and even mice, the team is versatile and knowledgeable.
Comprehensive Services and Modern Facilities
Equipped with modern diagnostic machines, fully equipped examination rooms, and pharmaceutical stores, the clinic provides on-the-spot assistance for a wide range of health and medical needs. Services include routine check-ups, surgeries, dental care, and emergency support during consultation hours. The clinic is open six days a week, making it accessible for the local community and surrounding areas.
Trusted by the Community
With many clients visiting for over a decade, The Grange Vet Clinic has earned the trust of the Illawarra region. Customers appreciate the reasonable pricing relative to the high quality of care, the convenient parking, and the welcoming atmosphere. It is widely regarded as one of the best veterinary practices in the area, where every animal is treated with respect and care.
Services
The Grange Vet Clinic: Reviews
Fantastic experience: A very well run vet. All very knowledgeable from the vet to the amazing staff at the front desk.
Fantastic experience: The team at The Grange Vet Clinic are fantastic. I bring my cats here and they are always shown such care and love. Recently one of my cats was ill and had to stay in the hospital for multiple nights and I felt very reassured that she was being well taken care of. I highly recommend Joe and her team.
Fantastic experience: Great service & help for marlie (8 year old male staffie) from joe & all staff Always recommend to others looking for a good vet
Fantastic experience: Very satisfy with professional help
Fantastic experience: Barney had his first visit to the Grange Vet Clinic to have his eyes checked after getting something in them, plus he had his latest vaccinations. This Vet was recommended by Barney’s regular Vet down at Ulladulla, and we weren’t disappointed! Ten Paws from Barney!
Positive experience: The practice came very highly recommended to us as we are new to the area. Our 3kg senior dog was booked for her anal glands extraction. The vet nurse did not introduce herself to our dog, sitting on my lap, and grabbed her roughly from behind without any prior social interaction.My dog snapped, had to be muzzled He has never needed a muzzle before She took him in to a room and all we heard was our dog screaming. She had to get another vet nurse to assist Our little dog couldn't sit down for 24 hours.The receptionist was wonderful. Very busy practice but we came away disappointed and upset. Not a good first impression.
Fantastic experience: The Grange Vet Clinic is the best clinic in the Illawarra. Not only are they exceptional with animals - my two Maltese shih Tzu in particular, they are also exceptionally customer centric and GENUINELY care. Jo is exceptional and she is supported by the amazing vet Phoebe, Karen, Sabrina, Emma, Michael and everyone else there. They are like a second family to my dogs and me! Unlike other vets they do not just drug or prescribe medication for animals to get a buck either. I recommend everyone to them and will continue to! Thank you for being so amazing!! We appreciate you!
Fantastic experience: Jasper had his first visit with his new Vet in Kembla Grange Veterinary clinic & he was such a good boy & had his 2nd vaccination,looking forward to his 3rd in 1 mths time .
Fantastic experience: We just love Jo and the team at The Grange Vet Clinic, when we got our new puppy 12 months ago we had no idea who was a good vet in our area, and they came highly recommended to us. Now we know why... we would not hesitate to recommend them, they are caring, knowledgeable and most of all they are all friendly and love what they do.
Positive experience: Heads up if bringing stressed animals in. The nurses and staff are very nice but my god the waiting room is far too small, all the animals are on top of each other when they're already stressed/in pain/overaroused, it’s a recipe for a disaster. Some people have common sense and keep their animals as out of the way as possible but a lot do not. Also the way the door into the clinic is set up means that it’s really difficult to keep control of your dog while entering the clinic. One of the exam rooms opens right into the small waiting area so if a dog is sitting in the waiting room next to that door and is already stressing and over threshold and the door suddenly opens and another dog appears out of nowhere right next to them…. Maybe some sort of covered outdoor waiting area could be set up to allow more room? A large gazebo and some chairs and a number to text to check in when you arrive? Cats inside and dogs outside and they’re called in and go straight through when the vets are ready for them?
Hi Anna, Thank you so much for your honest feedback and your experience at The Grange Vet Clinic. We do understand that our waiting area is on the cosy side. We are unfortunately limited by our building and do try our very best. On this day, it was unusually busy as two clients had arrived well before their appointment time. We have recently made modifications within our limits to the clinic to offer a better personable experience inside the clinic.
We have already engaged with Winston Blinds to have the awning that you speak of attached to the front of our clinic. It’s been a long 9 week wait but we hope to have it installed in the next 3 weeks.
Please feel free to call our clinic as we can better accommodate a more appropriate time for your appointment. Our nursing appointments are always available across the whole day and suggest the middle of the day as our vet team are in surgery and can sometimes be quieter in the reception area.
If you would like us to call you personally to discuss anything further please let us know. Thank you. The Team at The Grange Vet Clinic.
Fantastic experience: Jo is a brilliant vet, so caring and kind. We've used her for years and wouldnt consider taking our pets anywhere else.
Fantastic experience: As a first time pup owner what an amazing experience at the Grange Vet. The Vet Jo and all the staff were just amazing. Murphy is excited to return
Fantastic experience: Love this vet clinic. Amazing with your pets so patient and not rushed . Thankyou for your gentle nature with Max, he came home for a nap under the air con as all ex farm dogs should !
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend The Grange Vet Clinic. My dog was recently spayed here and the care was excellent from start to finish. The team were kind, professional, and took the time to explain everything clearly, which really put me at ease. My dog was treated with genuine care and her recovery has been smooth thanks to their advice. They treat every pet that comes through the door as if it were their own. I wouldn’t take my pets anywhere else.
Fantastic experience: Everyone at The Grange vet clinic is absolutely lovely and very friendly… We’ve taken our baby kitten and adult cat there last week and was treated with so much kindness and respect… both towards us and our dear pets… Best vet clinic Dr Pheobe is amazing….
Fantastic experience: Our cat Simba came in for his first consultation with the vet, she was just beautiful, so gentle and kind with him, all the staff are so lovely, I would recommend them to everyone
Fantastic experience: We took our new puppy here for the first time. The staff were very, very friendly and helpful. The vet was thorough in her check up and gave us lots of good advice. Nothing was too much trouble for anyone and the cost was quite reasonable. As a bonus there is plenty of parking. We will definitely continue to go there.
Fantastic experience: Staff took the time to understand the individual needs of both my cats. Explaining their procedures in detail. Taking time to contact previous vets to find out what medicines they where on before operating. My cats Individual needs were taken into consideration, even asking if they wanted to be together or side by side when in recoverery. All future healthcare was explained in detail and all my questions answered. Each of my cats were given their own bookletlet to take home so i have an up to date medical history. I have never felt rushed and staff give every person 100% attention. Pricing seems very good compared other vets i ha e used. Will be using Kembla Grange Vets from now on.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic staff, especially Joe the vet very caring spends a lot of time with you and listens and addresses all of your questions.
Fantastic experience: Amazing staff and Phoebe was so gentle and kind and loving towards my kitten highly recommend really happy with the clinic.
Fantastic experience: Honestly the greatest place, especially for big dogs. I've only ever had really positive interactions and transparency and kindness on all fronts. Would recommend 11/10
Fantastic experience: Such caring and friendly vets and their staff. Best vet.
Fantastic experience: Extremely welcoming, friendly and compassionate. Wouldn't go anywhere else
Fantastic experience: The staff and vets are so caring and loving. I live two hours away but travel to this surgery to have my fur baby looked after. Thoroughly recommend them!
Fantastic experience: Lovely team to be around & so welcoming. Would recommend highly!
Fantastic experience: Brilliant practice, Joe and Phoebe and all the staff. Excellent, appropriate, and loving care of our family's aged cat Zhara, aged17+ years, now in kitty heaven.Thankyou team for all your care.
Fantastic experience: Very kind and caring clinic. All the staff were amazing and Dr Phoebe took great care and patience with my very high strung cat who needed some teeth removed..would definitely recommend..
Fantastic experience: Could not be happier with The Grange Vet Clinic I trust them completely with my little babies and know they do everything right for the animals. Thankyou for every thing you do.
Fantastic experience: The Absolute best vet around. Jo is extremely attentive and caring for your animals especially cats. I personally adopted two little kittens from this vet. If you are looking for a good, detail oriented and cares about animal welfare this is the vet clinic to go to.
Fantastic experience: Really compassionate and lovely people at this vet. I recommend them to everyone now. They will treat your animals like their own.
Fantastic experience: Run don't walk to The Grange Vetinary Clinic. A kind and professional team led by an outstanding vet will make sure you and your pet have the very best treatment possible.
Fantastic experience: We have been clients of The Grange for more than ten years and find the staff caring, compassionate and knowledgeable about the care of our pets, both cat and dogs. We have every confidence in their professionalism and positive care of our pets at whatever stage of life, and understanding of what each pet means to the owner.
Fantastic experience: Jo & the team take care of our 2 goldens & they are so well loved each and every time we go in or they need attention. The whole team care and are genuinely lovely to deal with!
Fantastic experience: The doctor/nurse was informative, thorough, caring & helpful. The reception staff are also very knowledgeable and kind when booking over the phone and upon arrival. The price was reasonable. Will be returning in the future when required or necessary. Thank you for your help!
Fantastic experience: This clinic is very good. The vets are extremely knowledgeable.
Fantastic experience: Phoebe is a wonderful vet! My pup gets very nervous and she catered to that. Answered all my questions and was very knowledgeable. Everyone was really friendly and helpful! Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Joe is the only vet who puts our anxious dog at ease. Her love of animals and their well being is obvious as soon as she meets them! She goes above and beyond to care for them.
Fantastic experience: I can’t speak highly enough of the grange Vet practice I would definitely recommend to go there they truly care about the animals
Fantastic experience: Joe and the whole team are incredible. You know your in good hands! so thankful to have found them!
Fantastic experience: Today was our first time at this clinic and they totally exceeded my expectations. The nurses and staff were so kind, and Joe the vet herself, was the most kind and compassionate women. Our rescue puppy arrived scared and left with a happy wagging tail. You can see how much the animals mean to them.
Fantastic experience: Have only switched over to Grange Vet clinic but the best move Jo is the most amazing, caring and down to earth veterinarians I have ever met My dog is so comfortable around her and believe me my dog doesn't trust many people It's not about the money here it's about the best outcome for your pet
Fantastic experience: The staff at The Grange Vets are very compassionate and kind. The vet explains everything in detail and I would highly recommend them to anyone.
Fantastic experience: Joeanne and Pheobe are amazing Vets. Will continue to come here because of how passionate they are.
Fantastic experience: The lovely people at The Grange Vet Clinic are amazing. They always go above & beyond with all of my dogs. Nothing is a bother & they never make me feel like an over protective fur mama. Sometimes some situations maybe tricky but they are always onto the matter at hand & get to the cause & then to the healing. Love these guys ❤️
Fantastic experience: Always a great experience at The Grange Vet. Staff are always so lovely, knowledgeable and attentive! Wouldn't take my fur babies anywhere else
Fantastic experience: Lovely staff Very caring & make you & your fur baby feel very comfortable
Fantastic experience: Couldn't ask for a better vet all the staff are so friendly
Fantastic experience: Kindness, communication and professional knowledge are the outstanding features of The Grange Vet Clinic. The whole team makes it a positive experience when dealing with your precious pet.
Fantastic experience: The staff here are always lovely and super helpful and professional. We won’t go to any other vets
Fantastic experience: The vet and staff always take great care of my dog, I 100% trust my dog is in good hands here.
Fantastic experience: Always top service
Fantastic experience: I took my lil dawg ( her name) down to Jo and the team at Kembla grange last Friday. They went above and beyond to not only put my mind at ease but also cared and loved my lil girl like she was one of theirs. I couldn't be happier with the service and Jo is such a caring, loving, honest, and explained everything so well. Highly recommend Jo and team.
Fantastic experience: Jo and the Team are amazing. Their love and dedication to all animals is truly amazing. Can not recommend highly enough
Fantastic experience: Professional and caring
Fantastic experience: Jo is the most caring, down to earth and compassionate person. Exactly who you want looking after your fur babies.
Fantastic experience: Friendly caring staff clean
Fantastic experience: Amazing Veterinary Clinic
Positive experience: A bit slow couldn't go with my dog to see what they did. Bit pricey. Need cheap pet transport for local pets.
Fantastic experience: I have been to a lot of vets over the years for various reasons and The Grange Vet Clinic is easily one of the best. It’s refreshing to have a vet that actually cares about animals and is willing to take the time to explain what needs to be done as well as the effects that various procedures might have on your pet. Joanne was so concerned about my cat after his procedure, she took him home to keep an eye on him. It’s details like that, that really set this clinic above the others.
Fantastic experience: The grange vet is a fantastic vet, Joe has been our vet for many years, she is very caring, compassionate and very professional. Highly recommend her for all your fur baby's needs.
Fantastic experience: Good friendly staff. Clean and efficient. The staff realy try and make the animals welcome n calm. A real pleasure dealing with Dr Joeanne
Fantastic experience: I recently attended this veterinary surgery for the first time (having left my previous vet after several years of poor service). I was looking for personal, friendly and caring people and that’s exactly what you get with Joeanne and her team. Joeanne is extremely personable and supportive and I can’t recommend her and her team more highly. A special mention to Michael, on the admin side, who is fantastic at what he does! Thank you team. We appreciate your amazing efforts.
Fantastic experience: Love the care for your beloved fur babies of all species Jo is always so beautiful with them
Fantastic experience: Very helpful and caring service
Fantastic experience: Super friendly staff who genuinely care for the animals. They really look after them as if they were their own. We wouldn't take our pups anyway else. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Jo and her team are fantastic, very compassionate! Highly recommend
Fantastic experience: Great place to take your fur baby We’ve been going here for 9 years and very happy Our Princess recently have a big medical issue which Jo was very helpful with
Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend wonderful staff
Fantastic experience: I have had a few dealings with Joe the Vet and she has allays been wonderful and caring. Loads of arking great team.
Fantastic experience: Phoned about our missing bird. The staff were extremely helpful and kind!
Fantastic experience: I had the privilege of witnessing the compassionate care and unwavering dedication of Joe and their incredible staff at their clinic, where they cared for Lilli, a beautiful Border Collie, during her final days on this earth. It was an experience that left me in awe and deeply moved by the level of respect and love they bestowed upon their furry patients. From the moment I walked into the clinic, it was evident that every member of the staff was genuinely passionate about their work. Their warm smiles and comforting words immediately put me at ease, knowing that Lilli was in capable and caring hands. Joe stood out as an exceptional veterinarian who went above and beyond in every aspect of their role. Lilli, a beloved companion, was treated as more than just a patient at this clinic. Joe took the time to truly understand her needs, fears, and unique personality. They approached her treatment with both professionalism and heartfelt empathy, ensuring that she felt comfortable and safe throughout the process. I witnessed Joe's ability to connect with Lilli on a deep level, and it was truly remarkable. Throughout Lilli's last days, Joe made it a priority to keep me informed about her condition and treatment options. They patiently answered all my questions, addressing any concerns I had with clarity and compassion. Their expertise and extensive knowledge were evident in every interaction, providing me with a sense of reassurance during this difficult time. The level of care and attention Lilli received extended beyond Joe. The entire staff worked as a cohesive team, always ready to lend a helping hand and offer support. They shared Joe's passion for providing the best care possible, and it was evident in their actions. Their dedication to their craft was unwavering, and it left a lasting impression on me. In those final moments, as Lilli peacefully crossed the rainbow bridge, I couldn't have asked for a more compassionate environment. Joe and their staff created a serene space where love and dignity surrounded Lilli, easing her transition and bringing solace to those who loved her. I cannot express enough gratitude for Joe and their staff. Their genuine care, exceptional skills, and compassionate approach truly make them stand out as a veterinary team. If you are looking for a place where your beloved pet will receive the utmost respect and care, I wholeheartedly recommend Joe and their clinic. They are a shining example of what it means to be an exceptional veterinarian and an advocate for animal welfare.
Fantastic experience: Very helpfull and knowledgeable staff . Helped many of our family and extended family's animals
Fantastic experience: Great staff, knowledgeable, understanding.
Fantastic experience: Not as expensive as the other vets in area. Very caring staff.
Fantastic experience: Great service and excellent with the animals. Bit on the pricey side but you get what you pay for I guess. Very happy customer
Fantastic experience: Great friendly and knowledgeable Staff
Fantastic experience: 5 star service as always. Friendly, professional & extremely knowledgeable staff.
Fantastic experience: The most caring and experienced vets you'll ever find! All the staff are beautiful and so helpful with advice. I've never had a problem getting an appointment when I've needed one Highly recommend!!
Fantastic experience: Always amazing service! Your pets are treated like royalty here. Everyone is so friendly and helpful, and the pups love all the staff here too
Positive experience: It's ok
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing vets. The whole team are incredible. Very compassionate and knowledgeable. So glad we found them.
Fantastic experience: Great vet
Fantastic experience: Friendly, caring best vet around
Fantastic experience: Jo and her team always provide excellent animal care. Great communication and empathy.
Fantastic experience: Very friendly vet! We take one of our dogs here currently.
Positive experience: Excellent caring staff. Very competent
Fantastic experience: I found they care about your animals and they treat the owners of the animals nicely
Fantastic experience: Thank you to Jo and the wonderful employees at the Grange. We are very happy with the great service! Loving and caring people. Puddie
Fantastic experience: We would love to say a big thank you to everyone who works at this clinic. You have all played a big part in our beautiful Hammer’s life over the years and we are so truly great full. Today was an extremely sad day for our family having to say goodbye to our beautiful boy Hammer. We would like to thank Jo, Karen and Michael especially for taking care of our boy today and supporting Jason , Jordy and I. Forever great full and in our hearts LOVE YOU HAMMER MY BEST FRIEND XXX Thank you Paula. J.
Fantastic experience: Unbelievable the lady Dr was Magic Fixed my dogs up deadly .would highly recommend the Grange Vet.
Fantastic experience: Jo and the staff are great
Fantastic experience: Wonderful people.
Fantastic experience: Michael is always very pleasant and very helpful. I have a golden retriever puppy that I take here Joeanne is brilliant
Fantastic experience: Vet Jo is absolutely beautiful and has such a connection with her patients and their owners. I've been taking my pets to Jo for @25yrs and highly recommend her to everybody
Fantastic experience: Since arriving in the area recently we suddenly found our staffie needing urgent care. Her treatment by all the staff has been extraordinarily compassionate and skillful. We are so thankful to have found such a helpful vet practice. Our normally hesitant dog now walks in a smile on her face.
Fantastic experience: I want to thank Jo so much for the incredible service I have received from her - the staff are amazing , definitely my go to vet - again thank you
Fantastic experience: Good staff and good service
Fantastic experience: Best Vet in the Illawarra, Jo really goes above and beyond to ensure the happiness of your pet, highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Hi there, just wanted to tell the world how lovely The Grange Vet Clinic is... I had the pleasure of meeting "Michael" the receptionist today whilst I dropped off an injured bird that had been hit by a car... I love the atmosphere there, the friendliness, the expertise, and the "CARE".. the best vet Clinic in the Illawarra.... wouldn't go to anyone else.. We had our beautiful Monty PTS years ago now by the Adorable Jo the Vet, and she is the reason we will come back now with our two rescued cats.. Thanks again The Grange Vet Clinic for "being YOU"... Deb Edgar
Fantastic experience: they have looked after all our dogs and cats over the last 15 years from day one to till their last day, they are friendly and helpful, they have look after all our fur baby's, we have just lost our alaskan malamute Duke he was 12y7m he had a stoke after jumping up from a thunderstorm, we also have a a 12y7m golden lab retriever who as had a toe removed but thanks to jo and the team he is doing well, would highly recommended them
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