ARC North
24 Hour Emergency Vet North Shore Auckland
When your pet needs urgent care, ARC North provides 24/7 emergency veterinary services on Auckland’s North Shore.
Located in Schnapper Rock near Albany, our specialist hospital treats serious injuries, sudden illness and critical conditions at any time of day or night, with experienced emergency veterinarians and advanced diagnostic support available when it matters most.
Advanced Emergency & Diagnostic Care
The hospital is supported by a dedicated 24/7 emergency service and advanced diagnostic technology, enabling timely assessment and treatment at any hour.
All patients are treated by registered veterinary specialists and experienced emergency veterinarians. Our multidisciplinary teams work closely with referring veterinarians to ensure clear communication, coordinated case management, and optimal outcomes.
Our Services
Our emergency team focuses on providing immediate and intensive care for severely ill or injured animals. We provide 24/7 care, working closely with our specialists to develop comprehensive treatment plans for our patients. We are highly skilled in providing rapid assessment and stabilisation of critical patients. When your pet needs emergency care, we’ll be there.
ARC Vets provides specialist surgical care for cats and dogs requiring anything from planned procedures to advanced corrective surgery. Our experienced team uses modern surgical techniques, comprehensive anaesthesia protocols, and dedicated post-operative monitoring to support safety, comfort, and recovery. Each case is managed collaboratively to ensure the best possible outcome for every patient.
The internal medicine service at ARC Vets focuses on complex, non-surgical conditions that require advanced investigation and specialist oversight. Our clinicians diagnose and manage diseases affecting organs such as the gastrointestinal tract, endocrine system, kidneys, and immune system, developing tailored treatment plans that support long-term health and quality of life.
ARC Vets offers advanced diagnostic imaging to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Using technologies such as CT, MRI, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and digital radiography, our imaging specialists provide detailed insights into internal structures. These tools allow earlier detection of disease and help guide precise medical or surgical decision-making.
Our dermatology service is dedicated to diagnosing and managing skin, ear, and allergy-related conditions in pets. ARC Vets’ specialists investigate underlying causes such as infections, immune-mediated disease, or environmental allergies, then develop targeted treatment plans to relieve discomfort, improve skin health, and support long-term disease control.
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Based on 716 reviews
Jennie Hurley
a month ago
From the initial phone call ,throughout the visit the ARC North Vet service was outstanding. This was an, out of hours, night visit.
The staff were very caring & supportive the whole...
Rachel Young
a month ago
All the staff there are amazing. Kind, show so much care and gentleness towards pets and are so thorough and informative with a lovely manner with us pet parents as well. Skilled...
Sarah Goodhue
3 months ago
Very grateful for ARC. Our poor cat Boots has gone through some serious heart problems and we have the team at ARC to thank for him still being here today. Special thanks...
Mikayla Southon
4 months ago
I cannot speak highly enough of the Animal Referral Centre Albany and the incredible team who work there. From the very beginning, their level of care, compassion, and professionalism has been outstanding....
Louise Toulson
5 months ago
ARC north is such a lovey service! We had never been before, first time for us and as we entered we were impressed! It was 5 stars from the moment we walked...
Avi N Ash
2 weeks ago
We were concerned about our puppy twice and called to seek advice on taking her in for an afterhours consult. We got such helpful, vet-backed advice from the receptionist and nurse.
Patiently...
Denise Burns
4 weeks ago
I’ve been to ARC many times with my animals and they always give great care. The most recent visit with Jasper was the hardest, but Lucie and the team at ARC North...
Jacqui Belcher
5 months ago
Customer service was excellent and informative. The premises very clean and we loved the separate areas for cats and dogs. Was a worrying time yet the whole team there were very reassuring...
Ricol Li
6 months ago
I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the team at Albany ARC, especially Dr Lucie and Dr Markian, for saving my dog Dyson’s eye during the New Year holiday period.
...Ke Li
7 months ago
I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the team at Albany ARC, especially Dr Lucie and Dr Markian, for saving my dog Dyson’s eye during the New Year holiday period.
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Adam Northgrave
7 months ago
We visited at 3am for urgent care after our cat was attacked by two dogs on our own property. The team at ARC took exceptional care of Joey, ensuring she was comfortable...
Megan Cheshire
3 weeks ago
Great experience at ARC vet hospital with our Labrador who consumed recreational drugs (eaten in long grass during a walk) not known at the time, figured he had consumed poison of some...
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