Best Vets in England

King’s Road Veterinary Practice Ltd is an independent practice founded in 2012, led by practice owner and Head Veterinary Surgeon Wendy Rowntree. The website highlights nurse clinics plus health packages (Very Important Paws Health Package, Over 8’s MOT Club, and a Healthy Puppy & Kitten Bundle), and states the practice offers out-of-hours emergency assistance. Recent reviews include concrete examples of care such as an allergy injection visit where treatment options were discussed (including help for fireworks-related stress), and a post-op update sent via WhatsApp with a recovery photo after a mouth operation. Pricing and value are a mixed picture in reviews: some describe “reasonable” prices and a monthly VIP plan, while others report unexpected fees (including £60 for brief phone advice) and higher-priced medicines/tests.

Vets for Pets is part of the Vets for Pets group and is set up as a modern, well‑equipped small‑animal practice, with facilities including an in‑house laboratory, imaging (digital X‑ray, dental X‑ray and ultrasound), an operating theatre, hospital ward and isolation. The practice also states it’s a veterinary nurse training facility. For nervous pets and multi‑pet households, the clinic highlights separate cat and dog waiting areas and separated dog/cat wards and isolation units. Owners in recent reviews often mention clear explanations and options during consultations (including “straight talking” advice), while a small number of reviewers allege the practice recommended euthanasia in situations they believe did not warrant it—so experiences reported around decision‑making can be sharply conflicting.

Riversmeet Veterinary Centre is part of Linnaeus (a Mars company), as described in one recent review, and the practice website highlights advanced surgical work including orthopaedic and soft-tissue procedures. Based on the website and recent owner experiences, it appears set up for both routine care (e.g., spays, blood tests) and more complex medical/surgical cases (e.g., arthritis management, cancer treatment, cardiology, ophthalmology, fracture repair). Recent reviews include specific examples of: - Same-day appointments with in-clinic diagnostics and fast turnaround on blood test results (results received while driving home). - Ongoing management of painful mobility/nerve issues with repeated check-ups, pain relief, and clear step-by-step instructions for home care. - End-of-life support with time allowed to say goodbye, a candle lit in reception, and help arranging cremation. - A contrasting complaint that, since the Linnaeus takeover, the practice became more profit-driven with “unnecessary extra (paid) checkups” and increased costs.

The Park Veterinary Group is a multi-branch practice that states it has been operating for over 100 years, with RCVS Accredited Practices status and Cat Friendly Clinics (Gold or Silver) accreditation listed on its website. It also advertises out-of-hours emergency treatment and is a veterinary nurse training facility. In the latest reviews, owners describe a mix of experiences: several mention pets being kept calm during routine procedures (including kitten neutering/spaying and a dog spay), while a small number raise concerns about administration/policy changes and communication, including one report of being asked for the account-holder’s authority at check-in and another alleging unprofessional email exchanges and reluctance to see a rabbit in an emergency. Reviews also include specific positives such as not being pressured into “pointless expensive treatment” for an elderly dog and staff taking time to help nervous dogs feel at ease.

Vets Now Manningtree is part of the Vets Now network (a larger group) and is set up specifically for emergency and out-of-hours care for small animals when regular vet practices are closed. Recent reviews describe being seen quickly for urgent problems (including a cat that had eaten string and pets in severe pain), with staff giving clear explanations of diagnosis/treatment plans and, in some cases, discussing insurance/direct claims over the phone. Pricing is a recurring talking point: several owners describe bills of “over £300” for an emergency consultation/visit, while others say the care and communication justified the cost.

The Veterinary Health Centre Ltd is an independent practice (the website notes it was acquired in 1995 by Mrs Siuna Ann Reid). It appears particularly set up for exotic and bird care, alongside routine small‑animal work, with the site highlighting reptile and avian healthcare and an Advanced Practitioner in Zoological Medicine. Recent reviews repeatedly mention care for cockatiels, a chameleon, and an injured baby seagull, including same-visit treatment and prescribing, and support around end-of-life decisions (euthanasia and ashes collection). The practice also states it provides a 24‑hour emergency veterinary service, and one owner describes their dog being admitted overnight via the emergency/on‑call service for multiple tests and imaging.

The Pet Vet Liverpool describes itself as an independent, family-owned veterinary clinic (with a stated Chairman & Founder, Dr Rob Jones MRCVS). Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine care plus urgent/emergency-style appointments (it states availability 7 days a week) and procedures such as dental work and surgery. Concrete examples from reviews include dental extractions (one cat reportedly had 8 teeth removed), stitches/surgery for a leg wound with two follow-up appointments, and allergy management with a treatment course and lifestyle changes plus a follow-up visit. There are also mixed signals around communication and customer service, with multiple reviews praising clear explanations and responsiveness (including records emailed back within an hour), while others describe rude phone interactions and, in one case, a serious complaint about unreturned ashes and paw print after euthanasia.

Shires Vets Ltd is a long-established veterinary practice (the website says it has provided comprehensive veterinary care for over 70 years) and is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. In recent reviews, owners describe the practice as set up for both routine care and urgent problems: one owner says they were taken in right away after their dog ate raw bread dough, and another mentions their dog had surgery with neat stitches afterwards. Several reviews also mention nurse appointments and staff handling pets calmly and gently, helping nervous animals settle. Ownership is not clearly stated in the clinic information or website summary; however, one reviewer alleges the practice is “owned by a private equity firm” and links that to price increases, while many other recent reviews focus on clinical care and staff support.

Cinque Ports Veterinary Group Ltd offers 24/7 emergency cover via Vets Now at Cinque Ports Veterinary Hospital, and is also described (in the clinic data) as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews include multiple emergency and end-of-life visits: some owners describe clear explanations, being listened to, and compassionate support (including a handwritten condolence card after a pet’s death). Other recent reviewers raise serious concerns about errors and administration—e.g., a lost urine sample, alleged misdiagnosis, billing for the wrong animal, difficulty obtaining full records when transferring, and an unexpected additional charge for using a “Cat Clinic” appointment.

Sandhole Veterinary Centre is set up for day-to-day pet care as well as urgent situations, with emergency veterinary services listed in the clinic data and multiple recent reviews describing fast help when owners were worried (including being told to come in immediately and having a vet assess a dog at the car). The website also mentions disabled parking and easier access to reception and consulting rooms. Based on the latest written reviews available to us, owners most often describe: - rapid, practical support in emergencies (including end-of-life care) - clear explanations of options (notably for small pets like guinea pigs and birds) - admin that reduces friction (quick prescriptions are specifically mentioned)