Eltham Veterinary Services is a 13-vet practice at 48 Railway Street in Eltham, South Taranaki, and it has looked after farm animals and family pets in Central and South Taranaki since 1937. The practice treats small and large animals. Its services include routine health checks and vaccinations, diagnostics and surgery, and it runs a large animal service for farms. It publishes seasonal guides for pet owners, on subjects such as arthritis care, healthy weight, skin problems in autumn, socialising puppies and kittens, and flea prevention. The clinic is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm. Emergencies and after-hours calls go through the main phone line, 06 764 8196. The practice describes its own service as focused and caring, with the aim of giving every animal the best possible care.