Emergency Vets in Bristol

Rowe Veterinary Group runs six practices and positions itself as a first‑opinion provider for a wide mix of species (dogs, cats, small furries, birds and exotic animals). The group also describes access to a 24‑hour hospital (separately located) and an MRI facility (at another surgery). Recent reviews repeatedly mention smooth, well‑organised appointments and staff who take time to explain options and next steps. There’s also a clear negative account about how results were handled for a poorly dog (stool test results not communicated for days, and being told only one specific vet could discuss them), alongside a complaint about a higher-than-expected price for the same testing. Concrete specifics owners mention include a “cats only clinic”, support with pet weight loss plans, and a waiting/seating area that felt well thought out and helped an anxious first-time visitor feel more at ease.

Langford Vet Practice describes itself as a group of veterinary services, including a Small Animal Referral Hospital alongside equine and farm animal services, plus diagnostic laboratories and cat genetic testing. Reviews also repeatedly describe it as a teaching setting (with “student vets” involved) and mention specialist-style departments such as neurology. Recent reviewers highlight thorough explanations in plain language, careful handling of anxious pets (both dogs and cats), and being kept updated during inpatient care after traumatic injuries; one reviewer also notes open, non-judgemental conversations about budget and that treatment came in under their stated limit.

Highcroft Veterinary Group Whitchurch Veterinary Hospital operates as part of the Highcroft Veterinary Group, with an on-site out-of-hours service branded as MiNightVet Bristol. Based on its website, it’s set up as a small-animal hospital with in-house diagnostics (lab, X‑ray, ultrasound) and multiple referral services (including cardiology, internal medicine, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, and keyhole/laparoscopic surgery), alongside a dedicated exotics GP service. Owners most often mention exotics care (especially rabbits and guinea pigs), surgical cases, and end-of-life support. Recent reviews include specific positives such as next-day scheduling for surgery after an initial consult (guinea pig abscess removal), detailed explanations from the vet team, and a bereavement follow-up letter with scanned paw prints. There are also serious negative accounts describing inflexible processes and, in one case, a complaint about inadequate aftercare/advice during an out-of-hours situation following an anal gland procedure.

Langford Small Animal Referral Hospital is a small animal referral hospital that provides emergency veterinary services (described as 24/7 or extended-hours) and is also a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews repeatedly describe referral-level care for complex and urgent cases, including specialised surgery and orthopaedics, alongside a strong focus on explaining options and likely outcomes. Concrete details owners mention include: being seen quickly for an urgent injury (“within an hour”), clear explanations of treatment options and associated pricing (helpful for navigating pet insurance), and support during end-of-life care (a calm, peaceful environment when it was time to say goodbye). Several reviews also reference careful handling of nervous pets and patience with owners’ questions.

Viking Vets offers small-animal care with a clear emphasis on cats: the practice describes itself as a “feline centre” with separate cat entrances, waiting areas, wards and consult rooms. The website also lists routine preventive care (vaccinations, microchipping), dental care, ophthalmology, and nurse clinics. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention clear explanations during appointments (including end-of-life discussions) and responsive follow-up—such as being seen immediately after a puppy’s reaction to a vaccine, then receiving a check-in call later.

The Downs Veterinary Practice is set up for cases that need advanced diagnostics and rapid intervention, with multiple reviews describing referral MRI scans and same-day surgery. The clinic is also listed as providing emergency veterinary services and as a veterinary nurse training facility. Concrete examples owners mention include: - MRI in the morning followed by surgery the same afternoon for dogs with slipped discs and sudden loss of back-leg function, with discharge the next day. - Clear, practical handover on rehabilitation and medication after surgery, plus being “on hand” for questions afterwards. - MRI work-up for seizures, followed by a phone call to discuss results and options (including a diagnosis of idiopathic epilepsy when no tumour was found). - Adaptations for a rescue dog that historically struggled at vets, helping the dog cope without being overwhelmed.

Rowe Veterinary Group is a multi-site veterinary provider (six practices) with a 24-hour hospital and access to an MRI facility. It offers first-opinion care across a wide range of species (dogs, cats, small furries, birds, and exotic animals), and reviews include examples of out-of-hours emergencies (a late-night hamster visit with scan/meds, and euthanasia) and complex injury care (pelvic fracture surgery after a road accident). Recent feedback is mostly positive about time spent explaining findings and thoughtful end-of-life support (including condolence cards), but there’s also a detailed complaint alleging concerns weren’t recorded and that the complaint response felt dismissive.

The Pet Vet Bristol describes itself as independent and family-owned (website) and offers routine, emergency, and at-home appointments (website). The website also states it’s open 7 days a week for these appointment types, with no surcharge for weekends, evenings, or bank holidays, including for unregistered customers (website). Recent reviews often focus on being able to get appointments without long waits, staff explaining procedures clearly, and calm handling in stressful situations such as accidents and end-of-life care (reviews). Concrete specifics owners mention include: - Short waits/availability: “easy to make appointments” and “no long waiting lists” (review). - Clear explanations and un-rushed consults: vets “take the time to explain things so that it never feels rushed” (review). - Accident/trauma care: a cat handled well “after accident,” and a dog treated after being “hit by a car,” including an operation and recovery going well (reviews). - End-of-life support: a nurse explained each step and handled a euthanasia appointment gently to keep it “peaceful” and “pain free” (review).

Emerson's Green Veterinary Surgery is RCVS-accredited and describes itself as a nurse training centre, with on-site imaging/monitoring equipment including ultrasound, digital radiographs, and digital dental radiographs. The website also mentions access to orthopaedic and imaging specialists and “Video Vet”. From the latest reviews, owners most often describe vets taking time to explain options, treatment, and costs, with examples including a second-opinion consult for an inoperable tumour and a cat dental/jaw infection case where treatment was expedited to the next day with follow-up care. One reviewer mentions the clinic previously offered a kitten package, but felt services had “diminished a bit” compared with earlier visits. Clinic data lists emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours), but this is not confirmed in the website summary or reviews available to us.