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Bristol Vet Specialists

#12 Vet in Bristol, Bristol

4.9
Independent Clinic

Bristol Vet Specialists – Vets in Bristol

Updated January 2026
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Clinic Overview

- Urgent referral responsiveness: owners describe being seen quickly after referral (same day/within 24 hours), including in serious mobility and kidney cases. - Advanced diagnostics and specialist pathways: reviews mention MRI for IVDD and CT for elbow dysplasia, plus oncology consultations and surgery pathways. - Communication that includes decisions and costs: multiple owners note clear explanations of treatment options (including side effects in oncology) and discussion of costs; one review mentions prompt responses between appointments.

Services

Based on the clinic website and the latest reviews, services and capabilities mentioned include

  • Emergency and critical care / ICU: reviews describe pets spending “nearly 7 days in intensive care” for severe kidney issues, with regular communication to owners.
  • Neurology and neurosurgery: IVDD work-up and neurology assessment are mentioned, including MRI scanning; another review describes an operation after sudden hind-leg paralysis with gradual recovery.
  • Diagnostic imaging: MRI (for IVDD) and CT (for elbow dysplasia assessment) are explicitly mentioned.
  • Orthopaedic surgery: a review references elbow dysplasia investigation followed later by surgery, with post-op update calls.
  • Oncology (including radiotherapy): oncology consults are referenced, including discussion of options and potential side effects.
  • Internal medicine: kidney-related referrals and testing are described in reviews.
  • The website also lists: anaesthesia & analgesia, cardiology, dermatology, and chronic pain management.

People

Named staff mentioned positively in recent reviews include

  • Lucca/Luca (vet; name appears with two spellings across reviews): described as reassuring and clear when explaining test results and concerns for a cat with kidney worries.
  • Luis (vet): associated with elbow CT for dysplasia and subsequent surgery; an owner mentions being kept “in the loop” and receiving phone calls with updates.
  • Beth Rolfe (oncology): praised for talking through treatment options and potential side effects in detail.
  • Lorna, Mafalda, Kostas: specifically thanked in the context of an ICU stay for severe kidney issues, with owners emphasising detailed, ongoing communication.
  • Riata: mentioned as the person who met an owner on arrival for an urgent IVDD referral.
  • Amy, Caroline, Dan: thanked for treatment and support during a prolonged serious illness case.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.9 stars from 128 reviews.

  • Urgent referral responsiveness: owners describe being seen quickly after referral (same day/within 24 hours), including in serious mobility and kidney cases.
  • Advanced diagnostics and specialist pathways: reviews mention MRI for IVDD and CT for elbow dysplasia, plus oncology consultations and surgery pathways.
  • Communication that includes decisions and costs: multiple owners note clear explanations of treatment options (including side effects in oncology) and discussion of costs; one review mentions prompt responses between appointments.
  • Frequent updates during hospitalisation: owners describe being kept informed during ICU stays and after surgery, including phone calls with progress reports.
  • Facilities and stress-reduction details: reviews mention separate waiting areas for cats, enclosed/open cubicles to reduce stress for dogs, a clean building, and easy parking; refreshments in the waiting area are also noted.
  • End-of-life support: one owner describes help making a difficult decision after an MRI/neurology assessment, with emphasis on preserving their dog’s dignity.

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