Paw Print Veterinary Practice – Vets in Mickleover
Clinic Overview
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.
From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention unrushed consultations where vets involve them in decisions (including going through X‑rays), a calm/welcoming atmosphere, and a “no pressure to spend money” approach where recommendations are explained and owners decide. Reviews also reference support through difficult cases (e.g., end-of-life care for elderly cats/dogs) and post-op/surgical complications managed after treatment elsewhere (a cat needing a full tail amputation after a partial amputation went wrong).
Services
- •Small animal veterinary care for dogs, cats, and rabbits/exotics (website).
- •Dental care (website).
- •Orthopaedics (website).
- •Emergency care outside normal surgery hours provided through a dedicated emergency service partner (website).
- •Veterinary nurse training facility (clinic data).
- •Cases mentioned in reviews include
- •X‑rays discussed during consultation (review).
- •Tail amputation surgery and follow-up guidance after complications from another practice (review).
- •Treatment after a dog ate something it shouldn’t (review).
- •Euthanasia/end-of-life support, including clear explanations and time given with the pet afterwards (reviews).
People
- •Gemma Montgomery (Founder) (website) — mentioned in reviews as taking time during consultations, involving owners “with every step,” and going through X‑rays rather than rushing decisions.
- •Lisa Sessions — repeatedly mentioned in reviews around end-of-life care, with owners describing very clear explanations, empathy during difficult decisions, and respectful handling of pets right to the end.
- •Hannah — mentioned as being very good with a dog during visits.
Reviews
4.9 stars from 228 reviews. “”
- •Consultations described as unrushed, with owners involved in decisions (including walking through X‑rays).
- •Multiple owners mention support during euthanasia/end-of-life situations, highlighting clear explanations, compassion, and being given time with their pet after passing.
- •Several reviews emphasise a calm, welcoming clinic atmosphere.
- •Owners mention a low-pressure approach to costs: vets give recommendations and leave the decision to the owner.
- •Examples of care in more complex situations include corrective surgery guidance after a previous tail amputation went wrong elsewhere, and urgent help when a dog ingested something inappropriate.
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Reviews for Paw Print Veterinary Practice
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 228 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
Michaela Neill
in the last week
Giedre
3 weeks ago
Richard Downs
a month ago
Ben Pallett
a month ago
Andrew Sumner
a month ago
Best vet's anywhere
M “Rie”
a week ago
I know this is a lengthy review, and thank you for reading. Paw Prints is THE BEST Vets around. Thankfully, they were recommended to me. The practice has a welcoming, friendly and calm atmosphere too. I have anxiety/PTSD and struggle going out in public. I only mention this as I want others to know your pet(s), and their owners, will receive an exceptional level of care, guidance and support. My adorable border collie is my life line, so my anxiety is through the roof for even a routine Vet check. I can honestly assure your pet will experience superb, safe, quality care/treatments. I can vouch your pet will receive equal amounts of love and protection that you give them. I'd like to give a special mention to Vet Gemma. She is kind, caring, a great listener, and patient/calm. She will involve you with every step of your pet's treatment, and she genuinely wants to know your thoughts, feelings, concerns, questions. Consultations are not rushed.... she even went through the x-rays Fudge needed. I've never had a Vet do this, or reassure to such an extent. Thank you to Gemma and ALL the staff at Paw Prints for the amazing work you do. xx
Vivienne Alexander
4 months ago
I highly recommend Pawprints. Lisa Sessions and the veterinary nurse were so professional and kind when I had to have my beloved dog put to sleep. They explained everything very clearly and gave me time with my dog when she had passed. Thank you.
J W
4 months ago
Genuinely the best vets I have used due to the kindness shown by all of the staff, especially Lisa as she was wonderful in the worst possible situation with an extremely difficult decision required with my pet. Due to her naturally caring nature, we appreciated the empathy shown towards both us and my much loved seriously ill elderly cat. Lisa and her colleagues treated Brutus my Maine Coon cat with complete respect and dignity until his very last breath. All of the advice Lisa gave was in the best interests of Brutus. I would only ever use an independent vet and thoroughly recommend Paw Print Veterinary Practice. Brutus is greatly missed by Portia my Siberian Forest cat and the rest of the family. Thank you again for the kindness shown by everyone which was really appreciated in such a very difficult situation.
Gary Weston
5 months ago
We have been bringing our pooch here since it first opened. He loves it and we love that he loves it. There is no pressure to spend money. The vets give their advice and recommendations and leave you to make a decision. All in all we are really happy with the service we get. Particular shout out to Hannah who is very good with our dog.
Victoria Paterson
2 years ago
I changed my vets to Paw Print after a long time and a few bad experiences with another practice. In the short time that my Dalmatian, Bailey and cat, Sushi have been with them they have looked after them both wonderfully. I initially joined the practice after my cat had a partial tail amputation elsewhere, which had gone wrong, and had to have a full tail amputation. The care and guidance was second to none, and the vets take their time with you, are genuinely concerned and put you at ease. Shortly after, my dustbin dog ate something that he shouldn't have, and again, they were fantastic. The vets are knowledgeable, caring and kind and you are not made to feel as though you are on the clock. Can't recommend highly enough. Thank you.
