Best Vets in Swadlincote – Complete Local Guide

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). Practical touches mentioned include a practice messaging system for advice and staff returning a dog’s harness and collar to the owner after an euthanasia visit.

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. Recent reviews point to a practice that often handles complex or higher-support cases alongside routine care—for example: inpatient care with IV fluids/drips and close monitoring, rehabilitation following a double hip operation (with physiotherapy/hydrotherapy support), and same-day appointments for an unwell dog with blood tests and rapid follow-up. However, a small number of reviewers report serious consistency issues they associate with locum cover (including a lost in-house blood test, concerns about shaving/skin irritation after blood sampling, and a medication they say “should never have been prescribed”), plus dissatisfaction with complaint handling and being told they could not re-register after raising concerns.

Swadlincote Veterinary Surgery offers routine pet care alongside support for more difficult situations like end-of-life decisions, and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. The website highlights Pet Health Club® and provides information on what to do in an emergency. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention fast appointment availability (including same-day), staff taking time to explain options, and being offered more affordable treatment routes in some cases. Pricing feedback is mixed: one owner praised “reasonable prices,” while another was unhappy with a £75 charge for a puppy’s second Nobivac injection.

Hartshorne Veterinary Surgery describes itself on its website as a traditional practice with over 30 years’ experience, treating cats, dogs and rabbits. Reviews repeatedly note it’s an independent vet, and owners mention practical experience points like being seen on time and a quiet/calm waiting area that helped their dogs stay relaxed. Several reviews compare it favourably to previous practices, citing “value for money” and bills that were “not extortionate” (without giving exact prices). End-of-life care is specifically described, with one owner thanking Geoff and a vet nurse for helping their dog have a “peaceful farewell”.