Dog & Cat Vets in England

Abivale Veterinary Group in Abingdon, Oxfordshire is part of IVC Evidensia and describes itself as offering 24-hour emergency care, including out-of-hours support. Reviews commonly mention late-night emergency visits and phone triage, alongside routine care such as neutering. Recent feedback is mixed: many owners praise friendly, professional care, while a smaller number raise serious concerns about communication, handling of emergencies, and decision-making around treatment.

• •Many recent reviewers describe the practice as caring, friendly, and helpful, with several simple but strongly positive comments about service and overall experience. - Routine care appears to run smoothly for many owners, with examples including annual jabs and check-ups, quick appointments, and being seen on time. - Communication is a recurring strength: owners mention procedures being explained clearly and feeling well informed before leaving.

Lake View Veterinary Centre is part of IVC Evidensia and offers routine and urgent veterinary care in North Northamptonshire, with emergency cover listed as 24/7 or extended-hours. The practice is also a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback is largely positive about fast appointments, friendly handling and compassionate support in urgent cases, although feedback on rabbits and other small mammals/exotics is mixed.

• •Recent feedback is mostly very positive, with owners praising compassionate care across routine visits, surgery, illness treatment, emergencies, and end-of-life support. - Several reviews highlight clear communication, saying staff explain treatment well and give honest advice. - Owners also mention good handling of nervous pets, including one dog who reportedly became comfortable enough to return happily for aftercare.

• •Many positive reviews focus on caring, professional treatment and a reassuring manner, especially in serious or emotional cases. - Peter is singled out for clear explanations, gentle handling and support during a consultation involving blood tests and an end-of-life decision. - Long-term loyalty stands out, with one family saying they have used the practice for 35 years and would readily recommend Mr Curry and the team.

Paxton Veterinary Clinics Ltd in Lambeth is part of IVC Evidensia and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility with emergency veterinary services. It appears to cover both routine care and more involved cases, with owner feedback mentioning same-day appointments, urgent assessments, older pets, and dogs with complex behavioural or medical needs. Recent reviews consistently describe a friendly, helpful team and clear communication.

• •Many recent reviewers praise the team for being kind, friendly, caring, and genuinely invested in pets’ wellbeing. - Communication is a recurring strength, with positive comments about helpful reception staff, clear advice, and one owner describing daily follow-up calls. - Short-notice support is another positive theme, including help for a non-registered dog with an injury and a Saturday follow-up; some reviewers also describe the practice as affordable or good value.

The Grove Veterinary Practice Ltd in Southsea is frequently presented by clients as an owner-run practice rather than a corporate chain. Feedback highlights short-notice access, calm support in urgent situations, and a mix of routine care and more complex treatment, including surgery. Most recent comments are very positive about communication and compassion, though one reviewer reports long waits and unclear pricing at payment.

• •Owners describe thorough, reassuring care for both routine and more urgent problems, including injuries, eye infections, flea treatment, and ongoing health issues. - Clear explanations and treatment planning come up often, with one reviewer noting that different care options were presented clearly before a plan was agreed. - The clinic is frequently described as calm, welcoming, and kind, especially in emotionally difficult situations such as euthanasia.