Best Vets in Norfolk

Dereham Vets is an independent practice (led by Flo Scott) for dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and other small furries, operating from a purpose-built, fully-equipped clinic. It provides its own out-of-hours emergency service (handled at the practice). Reviews most often describe calm handling of pets (including a puppy “so relaxed, she had a sleep”), same-day escalation/referrals when animals are seriously unwell, and clear conversations about costs (including being quoted a top-end estimate and then paying less). One review conflicts with this, alleging the clinic wouldn’t treat an unregistered dog and calling the practice “money grabbing.”

The Grove Veterinary Hospital & Clinics (MiNightVet) is part of CVS (cvsvets.com) and has been established since 1984. It operates as a veterinary hospital with on-site referral capabilities, including MRI and CT scanning, and runs a dedicated on-site emergency service (MiNightVet) with full-time night staff. Decision-relevant specifics owners mention include: - Being seen quickly for urgent problems (for example, an out-of-hours case seen within an hour; another urgent vomiting case seen within hours). - Clear discussions of treatment choices, including explaining options with costs attached (mentioned in an out-of-hours visit where a dog needed staples). - Managing significant medical cases with persistence (one owner describes vets being “thorough and determined” and “never gave up” in a serious illness case). - Some owners report the opposite experience: concerns about “massively inflated charges” and “unnecessary investigations” (including an X-ray under anaesthetic), and separate complaints about poor sensitivity around bereavement and handling of an anxious dog.

Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership is a small-animal practice (dogs and cats are specifically mentioned) where owners commonly describe being able to phone for advice and get appointments “as soon as possible” when they’re worried about something. Reviews also mention straightforward treatment for an acute issue (a dog with a sore paw was seen and “sorted” quickly) and kind handling of dogs during visits. Ownership (independent vs part of a corporate group) isn’t stated in the information provided. A minority of feedback conflicts with the above: one reviewer reports difficulty getting appointments and problems collecting prescribed medication, including a mismatch between the website’s “open all day” message and the practice being closed for lunch when they tried to collect meds.

Wood Farm Vets describes itself as an independent mixed practice, providing companion animal, equine and farm animal care, with emergency cover at weekends (emergencies-only service stated on the clinic website). Reviews strongly emphasise responsive urgent care across species: one owner describes an out-of-hours call answered quickly, an appointment arranged for the next morning, and their dog going into surgery the same day for a suspected blockage, with “clear, regular and reassuring” updates throughout. Others mention planned and emergency care for horses, and same-day urgent appointments being arranged when needed.

Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership is a long-established, five-branch practice (over 100 years, per its website) that offers routine appointments as well as faster-turnaround care when something is urgent (for example, one reviewer says their dog was seen immediately after an attack). Clinic data also lists emergency veterinary services and that it’s a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews frequently mention being seen quickly and that vets handle anxious cats gently, but there are also recurring concerns about cost transparency—particularly around medication pricing and itemised bills—and one report of serious admin/consent issues related to the Pet Health Club.

Jollyes is a pet retail store that also advertises an in-store Community Pet Clinic and dog grooming. Based on the information available, it’s set up primarily for pet supplies across multiple species (dogs, cats, birds, small pets, reptiles and fish), with staff support that reviewers describe in practical terms—such as help carrying heavy items to the car and talking customers through product choices (for example, hutches and pet food). Reviews are mostly positive about the range after a revamp and staff help, but there’s also a recent complaint alleging poor welfare of feeder insects (left without water/food).

Holistic Vet Norfolk is led by Dr Shelagh Pitt (veterinary surgeon; described on the website as having 25+ years in practice) and focuses on a holistic, individualised approach for dogs and cats. Based on the website and reviews, the clinic is set up particularly for calm, home-based support—most often mentioned is peaceful in-home euthanasia, including short-notice visits and keeping pets in familiar places (in a bed, garden, or in an owner’s arms). Reviews also describe holistic consultations where pets are offered a choice of pre-selected herbs and cat-safe essential oils, with owners continuing the selected remedies at home; acupuncture for joint pain is also mentioned as something an owner planned to arrange.

Vets One Group (Kings Lynn) Ltd is part of the Vets One Group and operates as a veterinary practice with support from a wider group that also runs a veterinary hospital. Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine preventative care as well as more involved work, including imaging, orthopaedics and dental procedures (with a bespoke dental theatre and X‑ray mentioned). The website states emergency care is available 24/7. Owners most often describe thorough examinations and clear options being offered—examples include a vet examining a hard-to-handle, limping cat, prescribing medication, and talking through next steps, and a puppy vaccination visit where the vet explained what they were doing and answered questions without rushing.

Vet3 Equine Care Ltd is an independent equine practice offering routine and advanced ambulatory equine work, with its own 24/7 out‑of‑hours service. Based on the website and reviews, it’s set up for everything from routine care and dentistry through to lameness investigations, diagnostic imaging (x‑ray/ultrasound/endoscopy), and standing surgeries/minor procedures, plus reproductive packages (fresh only) and pre‑purchase exams. Recent reviewers also describe multiple call‑out visits, vets who share practical management tips, and examples of rapid urgent attendance (reported as within ~40 minutes).

Broadland House Veterinary Surgery describes itself as a small-animal practice with a team of vets and nurses; it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Ownership (independent vs part of a corporate group) isn’t stated in the information available to us. Based on recent reviews, the practice appears set up for both routine appointments and urgent same-day problems: owners mention being helped with an emergency and treatment for a serious dog-bite wound. Several reviews also point to a “hands-on” approach outside the clinic when needed, including a home visit and support afterwards, and an at-home end-of-life visit mentioned by one owner. A recurring detail is clear explanation of results—one reviewer specifically notes staff thoroughly explaining test results.