Dog & Cat Vets in Alfreton

## Summary Medivet Alfreton – 24 hour Alfreton is part of the Medivet group and operates as a 24/7 clinic, with owners using it for overnight inpatient care as well as routine procedures. Recent reviews repeatedly mention staff staying in close contact while pets are admitted (including twice‑daily phone updates and letting owners talk to a hospitalised dog during the night). Owners also describe clear explanations of procedures and recovery after neutering/spays, and accommodation of requests where possible. ## Services - 24/7 emergency care (as stated by the clinic). - Inpatient/hospital care, including overnight stays (owners mention calling during the night and pets being “admitted”). - Neutering/spay procedures (kitten spay; cats spayed). - General health checks (described as a “full exam” at a check-up). - Eye test (mentioned alongside a general check-up). - Treatment during admission for significant injuries/conditions (a cat admitted with a fractured leg/hernia; specific treatments aren’t detailed in the review). ## Pricing - Emergency consultations between 7pm and 9am: **£130** (nationwide consultation fee, as stated on the clinic website). ## People - **Tom** (vet, per a review): described as “pleasant” and “chatty,” carrying out a full exam and giving advice during a general check-up and eye test. - The wider team (receptionists, vets, and nurses) are repeatedly described as explaining procedures and recovery in detail (notably around spays), and providing frequent updates during inpatient stays (including twice-daily calls and updates with any change). ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.7 stars from 1073 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - Strong emphasis on communication during hospitalisation: owners mention twice-daily phone calls, proactive updates, and being allowed to visit; one owner was able to speak to their dog by phone during an overnight stay. - Routine surgery experiences described in detail: kitten and cat spays are mentioned, with owners praising how staff explained the procedure and recovery and helped manage a stressful day. - Consistent mentions of staff being accommodating and supportive of owners (including when owners were upset), alongside friendly, efficient reception.

## Summary Scarsdale Veterinary Group is a veterinary practice that also operates as a **Veterinary Nurse Training facility**. Based on client reports, the team handles a mix of **urgent cases and end‑of‑life care** (including allowing families time for goodbyes), alongside **routine consults** where vets explain options and costs clearly. Reviews also suggest they’re comfortable seeing a range of animals beyond typical cats and dogs, with examples including **chickens** (with contact made to a chicken specialist) and a **rat** brought in for assessment. ## Services - **Emergency/urgent appointments** (example: a dog “rushed in as an emergency,” with attempted lifesaving treatment). - **End‑of‑life support** (multiple owners describe compassionate care during final moments and being given time to say goodbye). - **Diagnostics** (x‑rays are specifically mentioned for a nervous dog). - **Exotic/small animal and poultry consults mentioned in reviews**: - A **chicken** consult where the vet sought input from a specialist. - A **rat** assessment (the animal turned out not to be a pet, but the clinic still provided help and information). - **Veterinary Nurse Training facility** (listed capability). ## People - **Anna**: Mentioned for taking time to explain findings and next steps, including giving practical guidance to a first‑time chicken owner and contacting another specialist to explore options. - **Wendy**: Mentioned for being steady and helpful when an owner called “in a flap,” and for being part of a team that discusses costs and options. - **Reception and clinical team**: Several reviews describe consistent courtesy from reception through to veterinary staff; one owner specifically highlighted how staff handled a **very nervous dog** respectfully and with extra consideration during an x‑ray visit. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.7 stars from 84 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Clear explanations and cost discussions**: owners mention being talked through “all options of treatment” and the **cost**. - **Compassion in difficult moments**: multiple accounts of support during a pet’s final moments, including being allowed time for goodbyes. - **Handling nervous animals thoughtfully**: one owner described extra care taken to create a positive experience for a very nervous dog, including when the dog went in for x‑rays. - **Range of animals seen**: examples include a chicken (with specialist outreach) and a rat brought in for assessment. - **A negative outlier**: one recent 1‑star review says “Don’t bother” without details, contrasting with many detailed positive experiences.

## Summary Quietus Vet is a dedicated **at-home pet euthanasia** service (not described as part of a corporate group in the available information). The website describes a “**3‑Step technique**” designed to minimise anxiety and pain, including **sedation and a general anaesthetic (GA)** before the final step. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly describe an **unhurried, explained-in-advance process** (including being told what reactions to expect), with **time to say goodbye** and small follow-up touches such as a **handwritten bereavement card**. Reviews also mention being able to **choose cremation options**, including **individual cremation** and the **return of ashes**. ## Services - **Home pet euthanasia** (at the owner’s home). - A described **“3‑Step”/three-injection process**, with the website stating it includes **sedation and a general anaesthetic (GA)** to prevent anxiety and pain; multiple reviews also mention **three injections** and that it was not rushed. - **Discussion of what to expect** during the process (reviews mention explanations of each step and how pets—specifically cats—may react to injections). - **Cremation options** discussed in advance (reviews mention being given options, including **individual cremation** and **ashes returned**; one review notes ashes returned after **two weeks** and a **slate urn**). ## People - **Paul**: Mentioned as the person who explains the process on the phone and talks owners through options (including cremation). One reviewer says he was able to **attend earlier than planned** when their pet worsened, and another mentions he offered **advice to make the pet more comfortable** before the visit. Reviews also mention a **handwritten card** from Paul after the euthanasia. - **Yvonne**: Named as the vet attending in multiple reviews. Owners describe her **explaining the steps and expected reactions**, using an **unhurried three-injection process**, and allowing families time with their pet. Reviews also mention a **handwritten card** from Yvonne and careful handling of transport afterwards. ## Reviews **4.5 stars from 32 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Owners frequently describe an **at-home, calm process** where pets could stay in their usual spot with family present. - Repeated mention of a **three-injection/three-step approach**, described as **not rushed**, giving time for goodbyes. - Clear **communication before and during the visit**: explaining each stage, time windows for arrival, and what reactions to expect. - **Aftercare choices** are a recurring detail (cremation options; individual cremation and ashes returned are specifically mentioned). - Several reviewers mention **personal touches** (handwritten condolence/bereavement cards; careful transport arrangements such as a basket).