Church Walk Veterinary Centre

Church Walk Veterinary Centre is a small-animal practice that sits within The Vet Collection (as shown on its website) and treats dogs, cats and small pets such as rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters. The clinic advertises a broad mix of routine care and surgery, supported by in-house diagnostics (X‑ray, ultrasound, lab tests), and it is accredited to RCVS Core Standards, Cat Friendly Clinic (Gold) and Dog Friendly Clinic. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe

• •Calm, practical handling for nervous or difficult-to-handle cats, including putting both pet and owner at ease.
• •Clear, honest explanations and advice (“clear and honest with me” is specifically mentioned).
• •Help in urgent situations, including being seen for an emergency appointment even when not already registered.
• •Supportive end-of-life care, with empathy and professionalism noted during euthanasia visits.

Services

Based on the clinic website and available reviews, services include

• •General consultations and ongoing care
• •Vaccinations and parasite control
• •Neutering and other surgical procedures
• •Dentistry
• •Diagnostic tests & imaging, including X‑ray, ultrasound, and an in-house lab
• •Microchipping
• •Nurse clinics, including six‑month health checks
• •Blood pressure checks
• •Grooming support, including nail clipping (specifically mentioned in reviews)
• •Anal sac expression
• •Acupuncture
• •Behaviour and cardiology (listed as specialties on the website)
• •Pet travel documentation
• •Puppy parties
• •Home visits

Emergency arrangements (as stated on the website)

• •During normal opening hours, clients are advised to contact the practice for guidance.
• •For out-of-hours emergencies, care is provided by Vets Now Kendal.

Reviews

4.7 stars from 104 reviews. - Handling and reassurance for anxious pets/owners: one owner with an elderly, difficult-to-handle cat says the team put the cat (and them) at ease throughout the visit.

• •Straightforward communication: multiple reviews mention being given clear and honest advice.
• •Urgent help when needed: an emergency appointment is described for a pet owner who wasn’t registered, with staff “doing everything possible.”
• •End-of-life support: several reviews describe empathetic, professional care during euthanasia appointments.
• •Efficiency for quick procedures: a first visit for nail clipping is described as attentive and efficient.