Best Vets in England

Gillivervet is a first-opinion equine practice focused on horses, offering both ambulatory (mobile) visits and in-house appointments, plus a 24/7 ambulatory emergency service. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly describe long-term use (over a decade in several cases) and give concrete examples of care that goes beyond routine work—such as a Christmas Eve call-out, managing difficult dental problems over time, and supporting owners through serious illness and euthanasia. Specific staff members are mentioned for helping owners feel informed and calmer during stressful situations.

Foxcotte Veterinary Clinics Ltd describes itself as a long-established, independent small animal practice. Reviews point to a practice that’s set up for ongoing primary-care work and advice-led support: owners mention being fit in within 1–2 days when needed, staff phoning to give advice, and clear explanations and instructions for treatment. A Pet Health Club®/Pet Health Club® Plus is referenced (including consultations as part of the Plus plan, per the website summary).

Priory Close Veterinary Surgery describes itself as an independent practice, caring for pets for over 35 years, and treating dogs, cats, and small furries. The clinic appears set up for both routine prevention and more involved cases: reviews mention pain-management acupuncture for severe arthritis, discussing surgical options for an older dog, and making an orthopaedic referral to a specialist with post-operative care handled back at the practice. The website also states that out-of-hours emergencies are covered by Quantock Veterinary Hospital (7pm–8am and on Bank Holidays).

Mayfield Vet appears closely associated with Henley House Vets (the clinic is repeatedly referred to by that name in reviews, and the clinic email domain matches). It’s set up for both routine care and serious procedures, with clients describing surgery (including a leg amputation after an accident), end‑of‑life euthanasia support, and handling of small pets such as guinea pigs. The clinic is also listed as providing emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours).

Luxstowe Vets Ltd is a multi-branch veterinary practice that runs its own 24/7 emergency service from its Liskeard branch (as stated on its website). Recent reviews most often describe routine preventive care (annual vaccinations, kennel cough vaccinations, weigh-ins) and day-to-day consults, alongside at least one emergency visit for an injured dog. Specific examples owners mention include smooth vaccination appointments with a check-up that identified an additional issue, being good with a once-feral cat, and handling pre-booked vaccinations efficiently with “no hanging about.”

Vetcare Limited is a small-animal veterinary practice. From its website, it offers routine preventative care (vaccinations, parasite treatment, neutering) and a “Pet Health Care Plan,” and it also lists diagnostic imaging (radiology and ultrasonography). Reviews frequently describe ongoing treatment for long-running health problems and support during difficult situations, with specific staff members repeatedly named.

Independent Animal Clinic Ltd describes itself as a small, family-run practice owned and run by Hetty and Adrian Hayes (not part of a corporate group, per the clinic’s own website). Reviewers most often mention support through difficult end-of-life situations and clear explanations during ongoing conditions—one owner specifically describes help understanding and managing a dog’s diabetes. Another reviewer reports acupuncture over 9 months for their dog with “amazing” improvement.

• •Owners consistently mention getting to the root cause of chronic itching, allergies, and ear infections, rather than just short-term fixes. - Repeated comments about clear explanations and owners learning how to monitor and manage ongoing skin/ear conditions at home. - Several reviews describe complex ear work-ups, including an ear CT/scan, and report major improvements in comfort/quality of life afterward.

The Travelling Vet Ltd is an independent mobile veterinary practice offering home visits so pets can be seen in a familiar environment (no waiting room and no contact with other sick animals, as described on the website). The service appears set up for at-home routine care and sick-pet assessments, plus support for difficult situations such as end-of-life care at home (mentioned in reviews). Recent reviewers repeatedly describe thorough examinations and treatment at home (including medication for an arthritis flare-up) and sympathetic handling of older dogs and euthanasia appointments, with owners emphasising how calm and “stress free” the experience was for both pets and families.