Carrick Veterinary Group

Carrick Veterinary Group is a small-animal practice established in 1986, with a wide scope that includes routine care, surgery, and a long list of non-dog/cat species (from rabbits and ferrets to reptiles and birds). The website also highlights advanced/referral-type work such as orthopaedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, and laparoscopic (“keyhole”) surgery, plus cardiology.

From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe

• •Clear, step-by-step explanations (including being given options, and—in one case—procedures and prices being talked through before proceeding).
• •Cat-focused handling and facilities (including a dedicated cat waiting area mentioned).
• •Practical communication during procedures (one owner notes they were called by midday to confirm their cat was in recovery rather than waiting all day).
• •Thoughtful end-of-life touches (a “candle” system at reception to signal a pet is being said goodbye to, and a review describing a compassionate euthanasia appointment).

The practice is also described as an RCVS-accredited general practice and a Cat Friendly Clinic (Gold) on its website.

Services

Based on the website summary and the latest reviews, services mentioned include

• •Consultations and routine health care (including six-month health checks)
• •Vaccinations and parasite control
• •Microchipping
• •Neutering
• •Dentistry
• •Diagnostic tests & imaging
• •Surgery, with specialist/referral services noted for
• •Orthopaedic surgery
• •Soft tissue surgery
• •Keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery
• •Cardiology (listed as a specialty on the website)
• •Nurse clinics
• •Blood pressure checks
• •Grooming & nail clipping
• •Anal sac expression
• •Pet travel documentation (GB) (as stated on the site)
• •Home visits (listed on the site)

Species the practice says it treats include dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, gerbils, hamsters, ferrets, reptiles/tortoises, multiple bird types (including poultry and birds of prey), and aquarium fish.

Emergency care (as stated on the website)

• •Emergencies are handled by contacting the practice during normal hours.
• •Out-of-hours care is provided via a dedicated emergency service (MiNightVet).

People

• •Zoe (vet) is named in multiple reviews. Owners describe her as
• •Explaining examinations and treatment plans clearly, including talking through different options; one owner specifically mentions procedures and prices being explained before treatment.
• •Handling anxious/timid cats gently (talking to the cat to reassure her during checks; helping a timid cat feel at ease).
• •Providing compassionate support during an end-of-life visit.

Reviews also mention positive interactions with reception, nurses, and vets as a team—particularly around being given options rather than feeling pushed into a single path.

Reviews

4.2 stars from 104 reviews. The latest written reviews available to us are all 5-star and focus mainly on cats and end-of-life care.

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• •Detailed explanations and shared decision-making: owners mention being given options and having each step explained.
• •Cat-specific considerations: a dedicated cat waiting area is mentioned, along with calm, reassuring handling during exams.
• •Communication during procedures: one owner reports being called by midday to confirm their cat was in recovery.
• •Help with insurance admin: one reviewer says the practice dealt directly with the insurer to obtain pre-approval, reducing back-and-forth.
• •End-of-life compassion and atmosphere: a candle-at-reception system is described to keep noise down when someone is saying goodbye, and another review describes a supportive euthanasia appointment.