About Us
Welcome to Charlestown Vet Clinic – your trusted, locally owned and independent veterinary clinic in the heart of Charlestown.
While our name is new, our team, our values and our dedication to exceptional pet care remain unchanged. Our rebrand reflects a fresh chapter, grounded in the same genuine, community-focused veterinary care our clients have always known – compassionate care for your pet.
Led by owner and veterinarian Dr. Kelly Payten, who brings more than 20 years of clinical experience, Charlestown Vet Clinic provides high-quality, personalised care for pets across Charlestown, Newcastle and Lake Macquarie.
Our promise is simple: we treat your pets as if they were our own—combining preventative health care, diagnostics and surgery with genuine kindness and clinical excellence.

Why Choose Us?
As an independent vet clinic in Charlestown, we provide personalised, compassionate care backed by experienced local veterinarians and nurses. We focus on trust, communication and continuity, so you always see familiar faces who deliver compassionate care for your pet.

Our Services
From routine check-ups and vaccinations to diagnostics and surgery, we offer comprehensive veterinary care under one roof. Our team uses modern, evidence-based medicine tailored to each life stage, keeping pets across Charlestown, Newcastle and Lake Macquarie healthy and thriving.

Our Team
Our experienced veterinarians and skilled nursing staff work closely with friendly client-care professionals to deliver high-quality, compassionate care. We’re a close-knit, community-focused team dedicated to a calm, welcoming environment where every pet feels safe and supported.