Bristol Vet Specialists

- Owners frequently describe urgent referrals being handled quickly, including same-day treatment or appointments within 24 hours for serious cases such as IVDD, severe kidney illness and eye problems. - A recurring theme is clear, compassionate communication: reviews mention treatment options being explained well, honest discussions around costs, prompt replies between appointments, and regular phone updates during hospital stays or after surgery. - Reviews give strong examples of specialist care in action, including MRI for neurology cases, CT for elbow dysplasia and tumour assessment, oncology consultations, spinal surgery, ICU care, and same-day corneal ulcer treatment.

Bristol Vet Specialists is a specialist referral clinic in Bristol for dogs and cats, with advanced imaging, surgery, oncology and intensive care among the services mentioned. Recent reviews consistently highlight fast handling of urgent referrals, clear explanations, and regular updates during serious cases including ICU stays, spinal surgery and cancer investigations. Owners also comment positively on the clean, well-organised site, easy parking, and separate spaces designed to reduce stress for pets.

Services

•Emergency and critical care / ICU: Reviews describe urgent referral cases being seen quickly, including a dog with severe kidney issues who spent nearly a week in intensive care with regular updates to the owner.
•Neurology and neurosurgery: Neurology assessment and MRI are mentioned for IVDD cases, including one dog seen within 24 hours of referral and another owner describing a spinal operation after sudden loss of mobility.
•Diagnostic imaging: MRI and CT are both clearly referenced in reviews, including MRI for IVDD and CT for elbow dysplasia and cancer-related investigations.
•Orthopaedic surgery: Reviews mention elbow dysplasia work-up followed later by surgery, with post-operative phone updates.
•Oncology (including radiotherapy): Owners mention oncology consultations that carefully went through treatment options and possible side effects, as well as CT, blood tests and further checks linked to tumour recurrence.
•Internal medicine: Kidney-related referrals, testing and ongoing care are described in reviews.
•Ophthalmic treatment: One recent review describes assessment and same-day treatment of a corneal ulcer, including a diamond burr debridement and follow-up checks.
•The website also lists anaesthesia & analgesia, cardiology, dermatology, and chronic pain management.

Pricing

No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.

People

•Lucca/Luca: mentioned in connection with a serious ongoing medical case, with owners praising clear explanations and support.
•Luis: praised for an elbow CT work-up and later surgery, with strong feedback on communication and updates.
•Beth Rolfe: named positively in oncology reviews for explaining options and possible side effects in detail.
•Kostas/Kosta: thanked in both oncology and ICU-related feedback for patience, kindness and clear explanations.
•Lorna and Mafalda: specifically thanked for care and communication during an ICU stay.
•Riata: mentioned as the person who met an owner on arrival for an urgent neurology referral.
•Amy, Caroline and Dan: thanked for treatment and support in a prolonged serious illness case.
•Nickolas/Nick, Savina, Jen and Keri-Lee are also named warmly in recent reviews for their handling of spinal surgery and a corneal ulcer case.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.9 stars from 142 reviews.

•Owners frequently describe urgent referrals being handled quickly, including same-day treatment or appointments within 24 hours for serious cases such as IVDD, severe kidney illness and eye problems.
•A recurring theme is clear, compassionate communication: reviews mention treatment options being explained well, honest discussions around costs, prompt replies between appointments, and regular phone updates during hospital stays or after surgery.
•Reviews give strong examples of specialist care in action, including MRI for neurology cases, CT for elbow dysplasia and tumour assessment, oncology consultations, spinal surgery, ICU care, and same-day corneal ulcer treatment.
•The overall experience is often described as kind, calm and well organised, with positive comments about friendly reception staff, spotless facilities, easy parking, and separate waiting or pod-style areas that help reduce stress for pets.

Reviews for Bristol Vet Specialists

Note: Showing the 10 most recent Google reviews out of 142 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

Sue Robinson

1 month ago

We were extremely anxious taking Tia our boxer for CT scan, blood and brain checks following the return of her tumour on her paw. The staff were very kind and Kosta our Oncology vet was so kind and so patient explaining pros and cons of get condition. Would definitely recommend but if you have no pet insurance like ourselves it can cost a lot of money, so heart breaking decisions but our dog's quality of life and welfare is utmost in our mind.

Lindy Lewis

Wow what can i say about these incredible amazing place these gifted vets and the whole team are just the best ever saved our dog Rosie life spinal op absoulutley perfect and was so kind and cared soo much all of them from miniute we got there we so lucky to have such fantastic vets specalust to save her legs do she can walk agian Nickolas was brillant to us hes explained everthing and Rosie comfortable with him from start! I cant speak highly enough of them all freindly kind just mean world to us to save rosie we cant thank them all enough nick is awsome guy! Highly recomend this place for all your animal every time! And the do monthly payments which helped cos we didnt have the pet inn so really impressed what they all do for all animals thankyou again! Soo much more to say but just incrediable people you all are from my heart your blessed to help these animals heal guys!!hearts of gold!😊 🫶🙏❤️🐾

Louise Downey

Excellent service.

Ryan Miller

2 months ago

My French Bulldog, Zeus, was referred to BVS for treatment of a corneal ulcer. At our first appointment Savina and Jen carried out a thorough examination of Zeus, being very mindful and accommodating to Zeus’ anxiety. Following the examination, all treatment options were explained allowing me to make an informed decision - a diamond burr debridement. The treatment was conducted the same day which was amazing - this was the best approach for Zeus. Following the treatment, we took Zeus home to continue with two weeks of medication. We went back two weeks later for a check up, once again, Keri-Lee and Jen were amazing with Zeus and to our relief, confirmed the treatment was a success. I really can’t praise BVS enough. It’s always worrying taking your fur baby for treatment, but I was shown such compassion and knew Zeus was in safe hands. Hopefully we won’t need to, but should any thing be needed in the future, I wouldn’t hesitate to return to BVS and would recommend them to anyone. Thanks to all at BVS!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Anne James

Excellent zero

Julie Twort

4 months ago

Our 10 year old chocolate lab, Coki was referred to BVS, as an urgent referral, in March 2025. He was a very poorly boy, and we thought we were going to lose him at one point. From the point of referral we can't speak highly enough of BVS. Their reception staff are always so welcoming, friendly and compassionate, even armed with tissues when everything gets a bit too much! The specialist vets and all the nursing staff again so professional, kind and explain everything and different treatment options/costs that are available. If you have queries between appts and need to either ring or email the response is very prompt. Special mention must go to Lucca, Amy, Caroline and Dan. We will be forever grateful and indebited to them for their treatment of Coki and the love and care shown to him. Coki has come a long way since March last year and still a patient at BVS. We can honestly say that we believe they saved Coki's life and gave us our old, loving Coki back, he truly has a zest for life again and such a happy boy. Thank you just doesn't seem adequate or enough! Suffice to say we would recommend BVS!

Charlotte Bennett

After bringing our 2.5 year-old Arlo to them at the absolute brink of death due to severe kidney issues after an urgent referral, they quite literally gave us our girl back. Arlo spent nearly 7 days in intensive care, and during one of the most terrifying weeks of our lives, the team at Bristol Vet Specialists showed nothing but exceptional care, compassion, and expertise. In particular, Lorna, Mafalda & Kostas. Each member of the team from front desk, back of house, ICU team & main office are by far the best in the field. Every single member of staff treated Arlo as if she were their own. Their knowledge and attention to detail were outstanding, and their communication was second to none, keeping us informed, reassured, and supported every step of the way. Even in the most uncertain moments, they took the time to explain everything clearly and honestly, while never losing their warmth or empathy. Thanks to their dedication, Arlo is now on the road to recovery, something we feared might never be possible. What they do here goes far beyond veterinary care — it’s lifesaving work carried out with genuine heart. Bristol Vet Specialists is truly one of a kind, and our family will be forever indebted to them for giving us more time with our precious girl. Thank you will never be enough ❤️❤️❤️

Gail Punchard

My Miniature Dachshund, Lilith, developed IVDD really suddenly. She was referred to Bristol by a Local Vets and was seen less than 24 hours later. We were met by Riata and then she was examined by the Neurology team which resulted in her having a MRI scan. Unfortunately the outcome wasn't what we wanted but they helped make an extremely difficult decision more bareable. I can't thank you all enough for helping Lilith keep her dignity right to the end. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Wayne Holmes

Top quality care was taken with our dog Florence, we cannot thank you enough

Sam Todd

Easy to access. I had no trouble parking in the car park. Staff are all incredibly friendly to you and your pets the moment you walk through the door. All facilities were spotless and cleaned on a regular basis. Very thankful for all the kindness and individual care our cat received while she was there for a few days.