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Emergency Vets in Derbyshire

#1 Ranking

Bright Side Vets

Swadlincote

4.6

Our Score (91/100)

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Featured Clinic Overview

Updated January 2026
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic

Ownership/group status isn’t stated in the information provided. Bright Side Vets appears set up for both routine care and urgent, high-stress situations: it’s listed as offering emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours) and is also a veterinary nurse training facility. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly describe clear communication during serious illness (including “running tests” and starting fluids straight away), plus notably thoughtful end-of-life support (including dignity during euthanasia and help with aftercare such as individual cremation options).

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#2 Ranking

Our Score (90/100)

4.5(1343 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
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From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe

  • Complex referrals and advanced diagnostics/surgery, including an MRI leading to spinal surgery for a slipped disc (with detailed phone updates). - A modern, clean facility with a separate cat area away from dogs. - End-of-life support, including time to say goodbye and receiving paw prints, fur, and a condolence card afterward.
#3 Ranking

Our Score (90/100)

4.8(445 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

White Cross Vets Alvaston is part of the White Cross Vets group (the website states there are 21 practices). Based on the structured clinic data, it operates as a veterinary nurse training facility and offers emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours).

Our Score (89/100)

4.8(325 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

The Star Animal Rehabilitation and Wellness Clinic Ltd describes itself as a family-run, independent practice focused on both general veterinary care and pet rehabilitation, including canine sports medicine, for dogs, cats, rabbits, and small furries. The clinic data also lists emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours) and that it is a veterinary nurse training facility.

Our Score (89/100)

5.0(198 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat

From the latest reviews, owners repeatedly mention transparent pricing (including an online pricing system), dental work (from routine cleaning to “major dental surgery”), and practical support for reactive/scared dogs (calm handling and allowing desensitisation visits). Several reviews also describe clear explanations of options and being kept updated when pets are in for surgery/scans.

Our Score (87/100)

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4.5(315 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

Chapel House Veterinary Practice Ltd is a small-animal clinic that (based on its website summary) lists strengths in dermatology, physiotherapy, internal medicine, surgery, and emergency critical care, and is also described in the structured clinic data as a veterinary nurse training facility with emergency veterinary services. Recent reviews most often highlight clear explanations during consultations, ability to fit in urgent appointments (including being seen within an hour), and thoughtful end-of-life support (including sending sympathy/commiserations cards). A recurring downside mentioned is waiting without proactive updates, even when the delay was due to an emergency case.

Our Score (87/100)

4.8(116 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

Etwall Vets is a veterinary practice that lists 24/7 (or extended-hours) emergency services and is a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews, owners most often describe calm, “sensible” decision-making and time given in consultations, including clear explanations of treatment options. Several reviews describe support through difficult situations (for example, trauma care after a cat was run over and end-of-life care with ashes returned alongside paw/nose prints and a card).

Our Score (83/100)

4.7(387 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

Overdale Veterinary Centre is an RCVS-accredited practice that, according to its website, provides farm services and emergency and routine care for horses, ponies and donkeys, alongside a Pet Care Plan. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Our Score (82/100)

4.9(186 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat

Sarah Smith Cardiology is a specialist veterinary cardiology clinic. Based on both the clinic data and what owners describe in reviews, it appears set up for referral-style heart investigations and ongoing management, including cardiac scans and long-term medication plans for conditions like cardiomyopathy and congestive heart failure. Owners repeatedly mention being able to phone for advice (calls answered or returned), getting clear, tailored explanations of test results, and being booked in for a scan within a few days in at least one urgent case.

Our Score (81/100)

4.9(228 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

Paw Print Veterinary Practice describes itself as a family-owned, independent clinic founded by Gemma Montgomery. It appears set up for general small-animal care (dogs, cats, and rabbits/exotics), with dental care and orthopaedics specifically highlighted on its website, and emergency cover handled outside normal hours via a dedicated emergency service partner.

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