Featured Clinic Overview
## Summary Abbey Veterinary Centre is a fully independent practice providing both first-opinion care and referral work. The clinic is set up for complex investigations and procedures, with advanced diagnostics and imaging (including CT and MRI) and options such as laparoscopic (key-hole) surgery. It also states that 24-hour and emergency services are available. From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention vets taking time to explain what’s happening (including a “good check over” before medication), offering choices about treatment, and providing supportive care through serious illness and end-of-life situations. ## Services - First-opinion veterinary care and referral services (including surgical referrals and diagnostic imaging referrals) - Advanced diagnostic imaging: - CT (Computed Tomography) - MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) - Ultrasound scanning - Radiography (digital radiography system listed) - Surgery: - Laparoscopic (key-hole) surgery - Orthopaedic surgery - Medical health screening - Platelet Rich Plasma - In-house laboratory - Species mentioned as treated: dogs, cats, parrots, bearded dragons - 24-hour and emergency services (as stated on the clinic website) - Veterinary Nurse Training facility (listed in clinic data) ## People - No individual clinicians are named in the information provided. - In reviews, owners describe the team as: - Explaining findings and next steps clearly, which helped reduce anxiety during visits (e.g., “made me feel less panicking… explained everything”). - Offering options for treatment rather than a single path (“always offer options for you”). - Providing kind, supportive handling during difficult outcomes, including when a pet died and during longer-term care for an older dog. ## Reviews Google rating: 4.8 stars from 101 reviews. Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Clear explanations and thorough checks before treatment/medication. - Emotional support and respectful communication during stressful visits. - Owners value being given options for their pet’s care and feeling their pets are remembered by staff. - Several reviews reference support through serious illness and end-of-life care, with gratitude for the team’s kindness.
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