Hartshorne Veterinary Surgery

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”.

Services

• •Care for dogs, cats and rabbits (website).
• •End-of-life/peaceful farewell support is specifically described in a review (handled with “dignity and respect”).
• •General consultations are implied in multiple reviews (e.g., the vet “listened to what I had to say”; dogs being seen multiple times for illness, including a “virus” mentioned in one review).

People

• •Geoff (vet): mentioned in reviews for looking after a dog with a virus, and separately for compassionate support during a dog’s end-of-life appointment.
• •Will (vet): mentioned as caring for a dog during a separate concern in the same week as another pet’s issue.
• •Vet nurse (unnamed): specifically thanked alongside Geoff for compassionate, sensitive handling of an end-of-life visit.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.9 stars from 266 reviews. “”

• •Owners repeatedly describe it as an independent practice and say they moved after disappointment elsewhere.
• •Calm/quiet environment is a recurring detail; one owner said their dog was “totally relaxed.”
• •Punctual appointments are mentioned (“seen on time”).
• •Cost/value comments come up often (“value for money,” “not extortionate,” and “a lot cheaper than my previous vets”), but no exact fees are provided.
• •A detailed account highlights end-of-life care, describing empathy, professionalism, and helping their dog have a “peaceful farewell.”