Swadlincote Veterinary Surgery

Swadlincote Veterinary Surgery in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, is part of IVC Evidensia. The practice offers routine care such as vaccinations alongside support for more complex or long-term cases, with reviewers frequently highlighting prompt appointments, clear explanations, and compassionate handling. The website also notes emergency guidance and that the practice is a veterinary nurse training facility.

Services

• •Routine appointments and vaccinations: Puppy vaccinations are specifically mentioned, and recent reviews describe first visits, vaccination appointments, and general check-ups handled in a calm, reassuring way.
• •Investigation and treatment planning for ongoing problems: Recent examples include a second-opinion consultation for a French bulldog with persistent skin issues, where tests were carried out and a plan was put in place.
• •Care for a range of pets: Reviews mention treatment for dogs, cats, and a guinea pig, with owners describing gentle handling and pets being made comfortable during visits.
• •Support for serious illness and end-of-life care: Long-term care, rapid appointments when needed, and respectful support at the point of saying goodbye are all mentioned by clients.
• •Access and emergency support: Same-day appointments have been highlighted by clients, and the website says information is available on what to do in an emergency.
• •Training role: The clinic is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Pricing

No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.

People

• •Peter: Named by a reviewer as the vet who saw their French bulldog for ongoing skin problems, arranged tests, and discussed a plan for longer-term care.
• •Kev: Mentioned more than once in reviews connected with long-term support and compassionate care, including difficult end-of-life situations.
• •Julia: Named in a review about care for a recovering German shepherd.
• •Reception team: Frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with some families saying staff knew them by name.

Reviews

Google reviews: 4.7 stars from 583 reviews.

• •A consistent theme is kind, compassionate care, particularly in stressful or emotional situations such as long-term illness and euthanasia.
• •Owners often say the team takes time to explain things clearly, with praise for detailed consultations, supportive advice, and discussing different options.
• •Reviews also point to quick access when needed, including same-day appointments, fast accommodation when a pet deteriorated, and prompt help with information.
• •Friendly reception staff and gentle handling of pets come up repeatedly across dogs, cats, and a guinea pig. Feedback on cost is mixed: one reviewer described prices as reasonable, while another was unhappy with the cost of a puppy vaccination.