The Dam Veterinary Centre – Vets in Selby
Clinic Overview
- Recent reviews are very positive overall, with repeated praise for a friendly, kind and reassuring team. - Owners mention being seen quickly, including same-day appointments for cats when needed. - Several reviews highlight clear explanations during examinations and procedures, with staff talking through findings and aftercare in a way owners found helpful.
The Dam Veterinary Centre in Selby is a CVS small-animal practice offering routine care and surgery, with in-house diagnostics including lab testing, X-ray and ultrasound, plus an on-site dog-grooming parlour. It is accredited as an RCVS General Practice, a Cat Friendly Clinic (Silver), a Dog Friendly Clinic, and a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent reviews continue to highlight quick access to appointments, clear communication during consultations, and thoughtful follow-up after procedures.
Services
- •Routine veterinary care including consultations, vaccinations, six-month health checks, parasite control, microchipping, and nurse clinics.
- •Surgery and dental care, including neutering and spays; recent reviews mention thorough pre- and post-op explanations from nurses and a follow-up call from the vet after a dog’s spay.
- •Diagnostics and monitoring including an in-house lab, X-ray, ultrasound, and blood pressure checks.
- •Additional pet care services including grooming and nail clipping, anal sac expression, puppy parties, pet travel documentation, home visits, and ophthalmology.
- •Species treated: dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, and backyard poultry.
- •Emergency arrangements: during normal opening hours, emergencies are handled by the practice; out-of-hours emergency care is provided by MiNightVet.
Pricing
Published prices suggest the clinic sits above average, based on a partial sample of comparable services. Recent feedback on cost is mixed: some owners describe prices as reasonable, while another notes that vet care feels expensive.
People
- •Nicholas / Nick is named in reviews for working through a complex case with compassion and persistence, and for the care shown at the end of a dog’s life.
- •Reviewers also regularly praise the reception team for being friendly and helpful, especially during registration and appointments.
- •The nursing team is highlighted for explaining procedures and aftercare clearly, while vets are praised for thorough examinations and taking time to talk owners through what they are checking.
Reviews
The clinic has a 4.6/5 Google rating from 157 reviews.
- •Recent reviews are very positive overall, with repeated praise for a friendly, kind and reassuring team.
- •Owners mention being seen quickly, including same-day appointments for cats when needed.
- •Several reviews highlight clear explanations during examinations and procedures, with staff talking through findings and aftercare in a way owners found helpful.
- •There is also warm feedback about post-operative follow-up and compassionate end-of-life care, including thoughtful touches that families appreciated.
