Emergency Vets in England

Medivet Wool is part of the Medivet group and is led by veterinary surgeon Andrew (Andy) Buchan. The practice offers routine veterinary care alongside broader diagnostic and treatment facilities, including in-house lab testing, imaging, endoscopy and dentistry. Recent feedback is largely very positive, with owners often highlighting calm handling, good communication, surgery aftercare and a welcoming team, alongside one serious complaint about a missed diagnosis.

Animal Trust Vets CIC Ashton is part of Animal Trust, a mission-led veterinary social enterprise, offering general practice care alongside 24/7 urgent care. The clinic says consultations are free, with a £79 out-of-hours supplement while other fees remain the same as daytime charges. Recent feedback points to a busy but well-organised practice, with many owners praising prompt appointments, clear explanations, and calm handling of anxious pets.

Broadway Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent practice in Herne Bay, treating small animals beyond cats and dogs, including rabbits, guinea pigs, birds and reptiles. For urgent problems outside normal hours, the practice says it uses VetsNow for out-of-hours care, 24/7 all year round. Recent feedback often highlights the purpose-built practice, clear communication, and supportive care during difficult end-of-life decisions.

• •Many recent reviewers describe the team as friendly, welcoming and reassuring, especially from reception through to the clinical staff. - Owners mention good experiences across a range of care, including spay surgery, support for older cats with thyroid and other health problems, and pets being handled gently during visits. - Several reviews highlight compassionate end-of-life care, with owners saying the team made difficult situations easier and provided honest, supportive guidance; one review also praised support from both St Helens and Medivet Alder.

Barnsley Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group, and the website says it has been run by Dr Caroline Richards and Dr Peter Richards since 2002. The practice is set up for both routine care and more advanced hospital-style work, with in-house CT, orthopaedics and spinal surgery, plus rehabilitation including hydrotherapy and physiotherapy. Recent reviews continue to highlight quick progression from diagnostics to surgery, short-notice appointments and compassionate end-of-life support, although a small number of reviewers report concerns about billing and handling.

• •Many recent reviewers describe kind, professional and reassuring care, especially with nervous or difficult dogs, and say vets explain findings and treatment clearly. - Several reviews highlight compassionate support at difficult moments, including euthanasia, with owners appreciating being given time and space rather than feeling rushed. - Positive visit-experience comments include a clean practice, a well-set-up waiting room with separate cat and dog areas, and helpful details such as calming blankets for cat carriers.