Liesl B

Very reasonable rates, friendly staff and knowledgeable professionals

I have seen several reviews here complaining about the cost of the service at Onderstepoort. I was there yesterday with my Boston Terrier with heart failure. This was my first visit to the cat and dog clinic. I was very impressed by the professionalism of the students and the staff. They confirmed that my current vet and specialist was doing everything that can be done for my Boston at the moment. After seeing so many negative reviews regarding the cost of their services, I was pleasantly surprised. They charged me about 20% of my normal specialist vet bill. The quote they gave me for any further tests I may want done was also about 20% of what I was charged for a similar stay for my dog in January at a vet hospital. This is an academic hospital with no government support. Considering this, I think they are extremely reasonable in their costs. I would like to encourage people to use them. The facility is old but well kept, and there is nothing wrong with their knowledge. Yes, reception is manned by students and your initial consultation is with a final year student who then consults a qualified vet. This is how the students learn. All the students I encountered yesterday were friendly young professionals