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24/7 VET CARE WHEN YOU NEED IT MOST

Animal Referral & Emergency Centre (AREC) provides specialist, referraland emergency healthcare for pets throughout Newcastle, Maitland and the Hunter region.

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Newcastle's animal referral, specialist and emergency vet care experts

Since 2004 AREC has been delivering 24/7 emergency care for pets in the Hunter region. With over 100 qualified staff, our purpose-built facilities provide holistic medical care to more than 10,000 pets & their humans every year.

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It's hard to make decisions about your pet's healthcare

Time slows down in a consult room when you’re upset, confused and waiting. You just want to know what’s happening. At AREC we help pet owners find a way through the grief and confusion so you can make the right decision for your pet.

Get the information & Treatment you need

You can breathe a sigh of relief because after-hours emergency care is available when your pet needs it most. With access to specialist medical advice and treatment options, you can be confident your fur-baby is in good hands

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Testimonials


Had to take our dog Charlie to AREC and was very impressed with how the staff handled him. He’s super anxious at the vet, but this was probably our best visit of all time. AREC’s ‘low stress handling’ was a new concept to me, but it was clear straight away that those skills really helped Charlie to feel relaxed.
Kathi

My very sick cat, Bruce, spent almost a week at AREC after a cardiac arrest and a full blockage UTI. From the minute you took Bruce into your clinic, I was so relieved that he was finally getting expert treatment. The whole time he was in your care, I was kept constantly informed- 24 hours a day- and able to respond accordingly.
Anne

Great service for middle of the night emergencies. The vet nurse was friendly and efficient. I phoned first and got good advice. When I arrived my dog was promptly triaged and the problem was resolved.
Very appreciative to have a 24 hour vet available to my pet.
Richard

I was so grateful that AREC’s staff could see that Boo was extremely anxious about being at the vets, let along the fact that he was struggling to breathe. Your staff are amazing people. I walked out this time with a smile rather than tears.
Lisa

Thank you to all staff and who cared for our 10 week old puppy Beverly and helped her through the virus. Our young son was very worried and upset, so the kind receptionist checked on Beverly at 10pm to assure him. Dr Josh explained the treatment plan and costs comprehensively, and we’re extremely grateful for such great care.
Hart Family

The staff were absolutely amazing. They brought our boy back from the brink. I cannot recommend them enough.
Christopher

A massive thank you to the whole AREC team for caring for my poodle Lavender last night. Without your quick care and expertise, we don’t know what would have happened to our sweet girl.
Libby

Elizabeth and the caring staff saved our fur-baby Crumpet's life. Everyone went above and beyond and worked tirelessly to make her well again. She is now lying beside me on my bed and I thank everyone from the bottom of my heart.
Teresa

I have visited AREC a number of occasions over the years, often in the early hours of the morning and I have always found the staff very professional. Despite the fact that there were lots of patients and yes, there was a long wait, my cat Aja was well looked after and we got a good outcome. Thank you so much.
Karan

We took our Ragdoll cat Louis to AREC last night after a few coughing episodes. From the initial phone call, to triage, the vet consult and care, the staff were helpful, considerate and empathetic to our distress. Luckily our cheeky boy was not seriously ill, but we are so grateful for their kindness and gentle treatment of Louis.
Julie

I was petrified at 2am, as the nurse calmly listened through my tears and told me that things like this happen all the time and Ruby was in good hands. Comforted and mostly cried out, I sat and waited. Ruby got the best care and came home with me 20 minutes later. The AREC staff treat the humans as kindly and compassionately as they do the animals that need their care.
Lana

I can’t thank the amazing staff at AREC enough for the care and kindness you gave my dear Frankie and me. After 16 wonderful years with her, sadly it was her time. Your compassion in my time of heartbreak will never be forgotten.
Catherine

I am touched beyond words with how the AREC team treated our Darcy on his last day with us. Your thoughtfulness is a gift we will always treasure. Thank you to you all.
Kirkland Family

Thank you so much for looking after our boy George. It was one of the hardest nights we have ever had to live through, but George is at peace, and we’re at peace with the decisions that we made that night. The work that you all do every night and day is so vital. Please know we are very thankful.
Hannah & Liam
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vet care for your pet

If there's an emergency and your regular vet isn't available, give us a call & bring your pet to see us

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A nurse will triage your pet & a vet will examine them

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We'll provide a treatment plan so you can decide on the best care option for your pet

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About AREC

The Animal Referral and Emergency Centre provides daytime specialist services and overnight and emergency or critical care for your pet.

AREC staff provide high quality care when illness or injury occurs, or if your pet needs continuing after hours care. AREC staff are trained in referral, specialty and emergency management to deal with any situation pet care demands.

ABN: 20 108 449 583 (NAEC Pty Ltd)

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