Dog & Cat Vets in Nottingham

## Summary Lawrence Veterinary Centre offers routine and surgical care for a range of small pets (including cats, dogs and several small mammals) and is listed as an **RCVS Cat Friendly Clinic**. The website highlights preventative care (vaccinations, microchipping, wellness screening), surgery, and referral work (cardiology), alongside nurse-led clinics and K‑Laser therapy. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly describe a **calm, cat-focused setup** (including a separate cat area mentioned by one reviewer) and practical steps to reduce stress—such as **calming sprays and blankets for cat carriers provided free of charge**. Multiple reviews also mention staff taking time to explain options and handle nervous or difficult-to-examine pets (including an “angry cat” needing a thorough exam). ## Services Based on the clinic website and the latest reviews, services and capabilities mentioned include: - **Pet vaccinations** - **Neutering** - **Microchipping** - **Operations & surgery** (an operation for a nervous dog is specifically mentioned in reviews) - **Pet wellness screening** - **Nurse clinics** - **Cat clinic** (the clinic is also listed as an **RCVS Cat Friendly Clinic**) - **K‑Laser therapy** - **Cardiology referrals** - **Emergency veterinary services** (the website mentions emergency care, but does not provide details in the information available to us) - Species stated on the website: **cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, hamsters** ## People Staff named in the latest reviews: - **Jo (vet)** – praised by one reviewer as “absolutely amazing” with their cat, and for helping give the cat “a chance in life.” - **Lucy** – mentioned as being “amazing” with a very nervous dog undergoing an operation. - **Richard** – described as “amazing” during a visit with another dog. - **Emily** – described as “helpful and polite.” - **Reception team** – one reviewer specifically notes a receptionist **walking them to the cat building/area** and making sure they were settled, which helped during an anxious visit. ## Reviews **4.8 stars from 669 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Handling anxious or challenging pets:** owners mention vets managing a nervous dog during an operation, and completing a thorough exam of an “angry cat,” while keeping the experience manageable. - **Cat-stress reduction steps:** one review describes a calm environment plus **calming sprays and blankets for carriers provided free**, and being guided into a cat-specific area. - **Communication and advice:** multiple reviewers mention being given **helpful advice** and finding staff informative. - **Facilities/first impressions:** reviewers describe the practice as **clean, modern, and professional**. - **Cost noted by one reviewer:** one person says the clinic is **more expensive than other vets**, but felt the standard of care justified it.

## Summary Eastwood Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group. Based on review detail, the practice appears set up for a wide range of small-animal work, with repeated mentions of care for “exotics” and birds (budgies, chinchillas, rabbits) as well as dogs. Owners often describe vets getting physically down to a dog’s eye level to greet them, clear explanations of what will be done (including for a wild animal brought in), and reception handling practicalities like care plans, medications and insurance claims. One recent account strongly conflicts with this, alleging a missed serious heart/lung problem after a brief exam and being advised dental extractions instead. ## Services - Veterinary care for birds and small mammals is repeatedly referenced in reviews, including: - Budgies (owners mention being helped and advised) - Chinchillas (one reviewer calls out a specific vet as exceptionally strong with chinchillas) - Rabbits (a reviewer describes eye surgery and recovery) - Dental work is referenced in one review (tooth extractions were recommended and costed). - Treatment of a “poorly wild animal” is described, including the vet explaining what he would do to help. - Veterinary nurse training facility (from provided clinic data). - Emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours) (from provided clinic data). ## Pricing - £80 for an appointment and pain medication (reported by one reviewer). - £1,000 quoted for dental work/extractions (reported by one reviewer). - £2,000 CT scan referenced as a price quoted by other vets elsewhere (context from one reviewer; not presented as this clinic’s price). ## People - **Jonathan** (vet; role implied in reviews): mentioned for explaining what he would do for a wild animal, and for putting dogs and owners at ease by getting down to the dog’s eye line. Another reviewer says they were referred to Jonathan and felt he “did everything possible” for their pet. - **John** (vet; role implied in reviews): repeatedly highlighted for small-mammal care—one rabbit owner says he offered next-day surgery and their rabbit recovered; another reviewer describes him as an outstanding chinchilla vet. - **Reception team**: described as organising payments, care plans, medications and insurance claims “swiftly,” and being consistently polite/helpful. ## Reviews **4.7 stars from 491 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Multiple owners praise care for birds and small mammals (budgies, rabbits, chinchillas), including a specific report of rabbit surgery and recovery. - Several reviews describe clear communication: vets explaining what they would do, and helping owners feel at ease (including greeting a dog at eye level). - Front-desk processes are repeatedly mentioned as smooth (payments, care plans, meds, insurance claims). - A serious negative account alleges inadequate assessment (no temperature or tests), a dental focus despite respiratory signs, and that a later emergency visit diagnosed heart disease with fluid on the lungs; this directly conflicts with the many positive experiences reported by others.

## Summary Pawsome Vets Ltd is an **independent** small-animal practice that treats **dogs, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs**, with **digital X‑ray and ultrasound** listed on its website. Reviews describe a clinic set up for both **routine care and common surgeries** (spays/neuters) as well as **sensitive end-of-life appointments**. Concrete examples owners mention include: - **Surgery updates via an app** during a spay, followed by a **next-day check-in message** and **two post-op check appointments**. - A team that **phones during recovery to discuss extra treatment** (e.g., asking permission to give an **anti-sickness injection** when a dog was drooling post-op). - **Not rushing appointments** and **explaining options clearly**, including for a dog with suspected **testicular cancer** needing an urgent operation. - Extra care taken during euthanasia discussions, including adapting communication so an owner with **dementia** could understand what was happening. ## Services From the clinic website and recent reviews, services mentioned include: - **Vaccinations** - **Treatment when pets are unwell** - **Dental care** (including dental care advice) - **End-of-life care / euthanasia** - **Neutering/spaying** (post-op checks and discharge mentioned) - **Nurse clinics**, including: - diet and **weight management** - **nail clipping** - **anal gland expressing** - **repeat injections** - **Diagnostics/facilities:** digital X‑ray, ultrasound - **Out-of-hours:** the website says to use **Vets Now** outside practice opening hours - **Veterinary Nurse Training facility** (listed in structured clinic data) ## People - **Erald (vet)** – mentioned in a review for handling an end-of-life appointment: explained the process clearly, spoke directly and kindly to an owner with dementia, and ensured nothing felt rushed. - **Nursing/reception team (unnamed)** – repeatedly mentioned for practical support around procedures (post-op updates/check-ins) and for helping pets feel settled (owners describe staff giving pets attention and “cuddles” during visits and recoveries). ## Reviews **Google rating:** 5 stars from **369** reviews. “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Clear explanations and unrushed consultations:** owners repeatedly say problems and options are explained in detail and their concerns are listened to. - **Strong peri-op communication:** app updates during surgery, follow-up messages the next day, and scheduled post-op checks are specifically described. - **Responsive decision-making during recovery:** owners mention staff calling to discuss symptoms after surgery and requesting consent before giving additional medication (e.g., anti-sickness injection). - **Support during difficult decisions:** end-of-life care is described as calm, kind, and carefully explained, including adapting communication to family circumstances.

## Summary Medivet Hucknall is part of the Medivet group (a network of 400+ practices). Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine and more complex surgical work, ongoing medical management, and access to 24-hour emergency care via Medivet’s wider network. Owners specifically mention fast appointment availability for injuries (a broken dew claw), clear communication around long-term conditions (hyperthyroidism with prompt blood-result calls to adjust medication), and post-op care after a “big operation.” Reviews are mostly positive but include a complaint about a consultation where an owner felt the vet didn’t listen and their dog reacted poorly after medication given ahead of nail clipping. ## Services - **Routine and advanced surgery** (listed on the website; also referenced in a review describing a greyhound’s “big operation”). - **Ongoing condition management**, with one owner describing regular visits for a cat with **hyperthyroidism**, including discussion of treatment and blood results to titrate medication. - **Minor injury treatment**, including treatment for a **broken dew claw** (same-week appointment mentioned). - **Nail care pathway for stressed dogs** is referenced in reviews: one owner was initially given tablets to relax their dog for claw trimming, then advised to return for sedation; a veterinary nurse visit is mentioned. - **Emergency care access:** the website states access to **around-the-clock emergency care** at one of Medivet’s 24-hour centres, with a **£130 consultation fee** for consultations **between 7pm and 9am**. ## Pricing - **£130** consultation fee for appointments **between 7pm and 9am** (stated as a nationwide fee for out-of-hours consultations via Medivet’s emergency care). ## People - **Paul (vet)**: praised in a recent review for handling a dog’s broken dew claw—described as kind and compassionate and “sorted her out.” - **Mr Joao Alves (vet)**: mentioned for managing a cat’s hyperthyroidism—owners highlight clear explanations and that he **calls with blood results as soon as he has them** to adjust medication. - **Veterinary nurse (name not given)**: singled out in one review as “lovely” during a follow-up visit related to claw trimming concerns. ## Reviews **4.5 stars from 373 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Speed of getting seen:** one owner says they got an appointment “very quickly” for an injury. - **Clear explanations and follow-up communication:** examples include thorough first-visit explanations (training/feeding advice for a puppy) and phoning blood results for medication adjustment. - **Surgical care mentioned positively:** a greyhound owner references excellent care after a “big operation.” - **Mixed experiences around listening/medication for nail trimming:** one owner felt a new vet didn’t listen, disliked the approach of giving relaxing tablets before claw cutting, and reported their dog was “off all day,” though they did praise the veterinary nurse at the follow-up.

## Summary The Pet Vet Nottingham is part of **The Pet Vet** group (the clinic branding and website sit under the thepetvet.co.uk network). The website describes a practice set up for both **routine and emergency treatment**, with on-site diagnostics (including **X-ray, ultrasound, dental X-ray, and an in-house laboratory**) and a broad surgical/medical offering. From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe: - **Dental work** (including teeth cleaning/“teeth done”), with one owner choosing the clinic specifically because of a **dental offer**. - **Surgery and post-op support**, including a dog **eye surgery** with “excellent” at-home care instructions afterwards. - **Extra time for nervous pets**, including allowing an owner to stay with a nervous dog **pre- and post-op** so the dog could settle. - **End-of-life care**, with multiple reviews thanking named staff for the way a pet’s passing was handled. ## Services Services and capabilities mentioned on the clinic website and/or in recent reviews include: - **Consultations** (vet consults) - **Nurse clinics** - **Home visits** - **Routine & emergency treatment** (as described by the clinic) - **Diagnostics on site:** X-ray, ultrasound, **dental X-ray**, and an **in-house laboratory** - **Dentistry** (owners mention dental cleans/teeth procedures) - **Surgery** - **Eye surgery** (mentioned in a review) - **BOAS surgery** (listed on the website) - **Orthopaedics** (listed on the website) - **Exotic pet care** (listed on the website) - **Cryotherapy** (listed on the website) - **Pet health certificates** (listed on the website) - **Pet Health Plan** (listed on the website) - **Veterinary Nurse Training facility** (listed in the clinic data) The website also mentions **0% finance plans** available via CarefreeCredit (eligibility subject to credit checks). ## People Named team members mentioned in reviews include: - **Hannah** — thanked for handling a cat’s passing “brilliantly,” and also listed as part of a wider team credited with helping a “poorly puppy.” - **Josh** — thanked for dignified, respectful support when a dog (Luna) passed away after a short illness. - **Hilal** — specifically credited with carrying out/helping with a dog’s **eye surgery**, with the owner highlighting clear post-op guidance for home care. - **Laura (vet)** — described by one reviewer as their “main vet” during repeated visits for a sick puppy; praised for being careful and thorough and for answering many questions. - Other staff members named positively as part of the puppy’s care team: **Ashley, Rhiannon, Fiona, Amber, Javier, Courtney, Lucy, Imogen**. Across reviews, staff are repeatedly described as taking time with **nervous dogs** (e.g., letting the dog approach at their own pace and not rushing an exam). ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.4 stars from 478 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **End-of-life support** is mentioned more than once, with owners emphasising dignity, respect, and being supported through sudden loss. - **Surgery experiences** are described in practical terms: one owner cites an eye surgery their usual vet couldn’t perform, plus strong post-op home-care instructions. - **Dental procedures** come up repeatedly (teeth cleaning/teeth work), including accommodation for a very nervous dog before and after the procedure. - **Medical treatment and recovery**: examples include prescribed medication for an infected bite and care for fever/infection with owners reporting improvement afterwards. - **Appointment access and communication**: one reviewer notes a quick appointment, a thorough exam, and clear prescribing decisions; another mentions staff handling lots of questions during ongoing puppy visits.