Dog & Cat Vets in England

Ownership isn’t stated in the available sources. Richmond House Veterinary Centre offers routine care including vaccinations, parasite treatment and consultations, alongside in-house laboratory testing, X-rays, ultrasound and dentistry, and it is listed as an RCVS Cat Friendly Clinic. Recent feedback particularly highlights cat wellness checks and dental treatment, as well as responsive follow-up during a serious post-operative complication in a dog.

Portsmouth PDSA Pet Hospital is part of PDSA, a charity, and focuses on free and low-cost veterinary care for pets in need. It is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility and as offering emergency veterinary services. Recent feedback is strongly positive about quick help for very unwell pets and warm, empathetic staff, though a small number of reviews describe frustration with repeated visits for ongoing, non-critical problems.

• •Many reviewers describe a friendly, polite team, with reception staff remembering pets by name and helping in difficult or messy moments. - Several reviews highlight calm, compassionate handling of nervous pets, as well as supportive care around surgery, ongoing treatment, and saying goodbye to a pet. - Positive comments also mention thorough consultations, clear explanations, and long-term continuity of care over many years.

• •Several recent reviewers describe the team as friendly and welcoming, with a clean reception area and a warm approach to pets. - Clinical care is often praised for being thorough and clearly explained, with positive mentions for nurse checks, urgent appointments, diagnostics, and ongoing management of longer-term conditions. - Value is a recurring positive theme in some reviews, especially around the monthly pet plan, which clients say helps cover routine care such as vaccinations, health checks, microchipping, spaying, and parasite treatment.

Bournemouth PDSA Pet Hospital is part of PDSA and provides free and low-cost veterinary care for eligible pets. It has a busy hospital-style service where daytime emergencies can take priority, which owners say can sometimes delay routine appointments or reschedule procedures. Reviews point to a mix of strong praise for treatment and outcomes alongside recurring concerns about communication in some difficult cases, especially around end-of-life care.

Medivet Ashton 24hr is part of the Medivet group and operates as a 24-hour centre for urgent and emergency care in Ashton-under-Lyne. Recent feedback continues to highlight quick access for out-of-hours cases, including unplanned arrivals being seen promptly, and vets who take time to explain options clearly. Reviews are broadly positive overall, though there are some recent concerns about communication, administration, and one upsetting interaction at reception.

• •Owners repeatedly praise the team’s kindness, professionalism, and empathy, especially during stressful referral cases and serious illness. - Communication is a standout theme: reviews mention constant contact, daily updates, allocated update times that work well, and vets who explain procedures and options clearly. - Recent examples cover a broad range of advanced care, including cardiology, CT scanning, radiotherapy, and surgery.

Medivet 24 Hour Watford is part of the Medivet group and is set up for round-the-clock care, including overnight hospitalisation and intensive care. The clinic lists in-house diagnostics such as lab tests, X-rays, ultrasound and ECG, alongside more advanced procedures including endoscopy, keyhole surgery and orthopaedic surgery. Recent feedback is largely positive about attentive emergency care, clear updates during overnight stays and patient handling of nervous pets, though a minority of reviewers report concerns about cost discussions and value.

• •Many recent reviewers describe fast out-of-hours access, friendly reception staff, a calm atmosphere, and vets who explain procedures, aftercare, and treatment plans well. - Admitted pets are a recurring theme, with owners mentioning regular updates and overnight care, including one four-day stay where a dog was said to be well looked after. - Cost remains the clearest point of friction: several owners accept that emergency treatment is costly, while others object strongly to medication pricing and overall bills.

NoviVet is an independent veterinary practice in Bexleyheath offering both routine care and more involved treatment, with an in-house laboratory and x-ray listed among its facilities. Recent feedback consistently highlights quick access when needed, clear communication, and a calm, caring approach with nervous dogs. Owners also speak positively about the clean environment, easy on-site parking, and supportive handling of difficult situations including euthanasia.