Medivet Ashby – Vets in Scunthorpe
Clinic Overview
- Owners often describe booking as quick and straightforward, with examples of same-day appointments and being seen on time. - A consistent theme is clear communication: vets are praised for explaining what they are doing, what they find, and what happens next. - Several reviews mention kind, calm handling of pets, including anxious dogs and cats; one detailed account praises Mitch and the team during a dog’s lump-removal surgery.
Medivet Ashby is part of the Medivet group. Website information says it offers access to 24-hour emergency care via one of Medivet’s 24-hour centres, and it is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent reviews describe friendly staff, clear explanations during appointments, and calm handling of nervous pets, alongside one serious complaint alleging misdiagnosis in a dog’s case.
Services
- •Veterinary consultations for dogs and cats, with recent examples including stomach issues, behavioural changes, and general check-ups.
- •Surgical and procedural care for dogs, with reviews mentioning lump-removal surgery and an eyelid operation being prepared.
- •Cat treatment and handling, including gentle care during appointments.
- •Access to 24-hour emergency care through one of Medivet’s 24-hour centres.
Pricing
Published prices suggest the clinic sits below average, based on a partial sample of comparable services. One published fee is the Medivet overnight emergency consultation charge of £130. Recent reviews also mention a less invasive, lower-cost first approach, with one owner noting they were told some prescription medication could be bought more cheaply elsewhere.
People
- •Mitch / Mitchell (vet): repeatedly praised for calm handling of nervous or reactive dogs, clear explanations during examinations, and supportive care around surgery.
- •Bianca (vet): mentioned positively for being very gentle with a cat during treatment.
- •Reception and wider team: described as friendly, helpful, and good at fitting clients in where possible.
Reviews
Google reviews show 4.5/5 stars from 323 reviews.
- •Owners often describe booking as quick and straightforward, with examples of same-day appointments and being seen on time.
- •A consistent theme is clear communication: vets are praised for explaining what they are doing, what they find, and what happens next.
- •Several reviews mention kind, calm handling of pets, including anxious dogs and cats; one detailed account praises Mitch and the team during a dog’s lump-removal surgery.
- •Most recent feedback is strongly positive, though there are a small number of negative reviews, including one brief one-star complaint and one detailed allegation of misdiagnosis.
