The newest member of Bestiaire du Rhône, Léa joined the team in August 2024 to begin her training as a veterinary assistant. With enthusiasm and dedication, she learns every day from both the team and the animals. She also happily drives our TaxiBestial cargo bike — feel free to call her when you need help transporting your pets across Geneva.
A certified veterinary assistant with over 10 years of experience in veterinary clinics, Célia joined our team in September 2022. She brings with her a wealth of knowledge, particularly in the care of dogs, cats, and rabbits. Professional and passionate, she offers valuable advice and personalized care. In addition to her work at the clinic, she is also a dedicated Maine Coon breeder, combining her expertise with a deep love for animals.
A veterinary assistant for over twenty years and a lifelong animal lover, Julie has turned her passion into a career. Surrounded every day by her own pets – a dog, cats, a turtle, rabbits, and a fish – she understands just how important animals are in our lives. As a veterinary assistant, she is committed to caring for each animal gently and supporting every owner with empathy. Every day, she puts her heart into providing a warm welcome and attentive support, both during consultations and in treatment.
Calling ahead allows us to prepare for your pet’s arrival, assess the urgency, and ensure faster care upon your arrival.
At the Bestiaire du Rhône Veterinary Clinic, we are organized to handle veterinary emergencies quickly and efficiently, providing an immediate response to critical situations that threaten the health or life of your animal. During opening hours, our clinic manages emergencies without delay.
Outside of these hours, an on-call service or referral number is provided to direct your call to the nearest emergency facility.
We ensure:
Accidents, sudden illnesses, acute pain, or unexplained disorders: every minute counts, and our teams are trained to act with speed, skill, and compassion.
Reasons for consultation
A veterinary emergency is a situation where the animal’s life or functional prognosis is at risk, or when its condition causes significant suffering requiring prompt care.
Some examples include:
A veterinary emergency is a situation where your pet’s life is in danger or when it shows a severe symptom requiring immediate care. This may include:
Contact our emergency service immediately at 022 320 43 43. We will advise you if immediate care is necessary and the first steps to take. Never give human medication to your pet without veterinary advice, as some can be toxic.
“According to our organization, we handle emergencies during the clinic’s opening hours. Outside these hours, we collaborate with veterinary emergency centers in Geneva. All useful information is available on our answering machine or on our website.
The team performs a rapid assessment of your pet’s condition (triage), followed by appropriate care: treatment, additional tests, and hospitalization if necessary. You are informed at every step, including about treatments and potential costs.
On Foot
We are located in the pedestrian eco-district of La Jonction, near the Rhône River.
By Geneva Public Transport
Take Tram 14 or Bus 80, get off at Palladium stop.
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By Car
Underground parking at Gazomètres: exits Quai du Rhône or Boulevard Saint-Georges.
Direction
Wheelchair Accessible
WhatsApp available during opening hours — short texts and photos welcomed
Emergency 24/7 – Nights and weekends
Paid parking available
Our team is here for your pets and your family. To make a veterinary appointment or ask about your pet, please contact our care team.
