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Emergency Vets in Bristol

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4.8

Our Score (93/100)

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Featured Clinic Overview

Updated January 2026
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate

Emerson's Green Veterinary Surgery is an RCVS-accredited practice with on-site diagnostic kit including ultrasound, digital X‑rays, and digital dental radiographs. Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for both routine preventive care (vaccinations and general advice) and more involved medical/dental cases, with owners describing clear explanations of options, treatment plans, and costs.

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#2 Ranking

Our Score (90/100)

4.8(729 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

Langford Vet Practice describes itself as a group of veterinary services, including a Small Animal Referral Hospital alongside equine and farm animal services, plus diagnostic laboratories and cat genetic testing. Reviews also repeatedly describe it as a teaching setting (with “student vets” involved) and mention specialist-style departments such as neurology. Recent reviewers highlight thorough explanations in plain language, careful handling of anxious pets (both dogs and cats), and being kept updated during inpatient care after traumatic injuries; one reviewer also notes open, non-judgemental conversations about budget and that treatment came in under their stated limit.

#3 Ranking

Our Score (90/100)

4.7(325 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Rowe Veterinary Group runs six practices and positions itself as a first‑opinion provider for a wide mix of species (dogs, cats, small furries, birds and exotic animals). The group also describes access to a 24‑hour hospital (separately located) and an MRI facility (at another surgery). Recent reviews repeatedly mention smooth, well‑organised appointments and staff who take time to explain options and next steps.

Our Score (86/100)

4.8(744 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat

Langford Small Animal Referral Hospital is a small animal referral hospital that provides emergency veterinary services (described as 24/7 or extended-hours) and is also a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews repeatedly describe referral-level care for complex and urgent cases, including specialised surgery and orthopaedics, alongside a strong focus on explaining options and likely outcomes.

Our Score (86/100)

4.6(884 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic
  • Clear communication during appointments: One owner highlights a vet taking time to listen, examine, and explain conclusions plainly. - Out-of-hours responsiveness: Owners describe being told to “come straight down” for late-night emergencies, with diagnostics and medication provided. - End-of-life support: Multiple reviews mention being supported through euthanasia and bereavement, including receiving sympathy cards afterwards.
#6

Our Score (86/100)

4.8(340 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat

Viking Vets offers small-animal care with a clear emphasis on cats: the practice describes itself as a “feline centre” with separate cat entrances, waiting areas, wards and consult rooms. The website also lists routine preventive care (vaccinations, microchipping), dental care, ophthalmology, and nurse clinics.

Our Score (85/100)

4.7(106 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

The Downs Veterinary Practice is set up for cases that need advanced diagnostics and rapid intervention, with multiple reviews describing referral MRI scans and same-day surgery. The clinic is also listed as providing emergency veterinary services and as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Our Score (85/100)

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4.5(323 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

Highcroft Veterinary Group Whitchurch Veterinary Hospital operates as part of the Highcroft Veterinary Group, with an on-site out-of-hours service branded as MiNightVet Bristol. Based on its website, it’s set up as a small-animal hospital with in-house diagnostics (lab, X‑ray, ultrasound) and multiple referral services (including cardiology, internal medicine, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, and keyhole/laparoscopic surgery), alongside a dedicated exotics GP service.

Our Score (83/100)

4.1(382 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
exotic

The Pet Vet Bristol describes itself as independent and family-owned (website) and offers routine, emergency, and at-home appointments (website). The website also states it’s open 7 days a week for these appointment types, with no surcharge for weekends, evenings, or bank holidays, including for unregistered customers (website). Recent reviews often focus on being able to get appointments without long waits, staff explaining procedures clearly, and calm handling in stressful situations such as accidents and end-of-life care (reviews).

Our Score (83/100)

Verified Prices (GBP)£
4.8(226 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat

Bishopston Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group (a network described on the website as “locally owned”). Based on the clinic data and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine companion-animal care including dental procedures, with an emphasis on clear explanations and low-stress handling (one cat was taken to a quiet room on drop-off to reduce stress). Owners describe being phoned after initial investigations with a plan and an expected final cost, and receiving a written record plus a walk-through of post-operative care after dental surgery.

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