About Dog & Cat Vets in Bristol
For companion-animal owners in Bristol, veterinary services are robust.
Clinics involved in veterinary nurse training, such as Langford Vet Practice and Filton Vets4Pets Ltd, indicate a commitment to high standards of care and professional development. These clinics are equipped to handle more complex cases with their well-trained staff, providing comprehensive care. Conversely, clinics not involved in training focus primarily on everyday care, maintaining accessibility and routine services for common pet health needs. This balance ensures pet owners have reliable access to both advanced and routine veterinary services.
There are 43 veterinary clinics listed for Dog & Cat vets in Bristol.
Top Rated Dog & Cat Vets in Bristol
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Emerson's Green Veterinary Surgery is an RCVS-accredited practice with on-site diagnostic kit including ultrasound, digital X‑rays, and digital dental radiographs. Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for both routine preventive care (vaccinations and general advice) and more involved medical/dental cases, with owners describing clear explanations of options, treatment plans, and costs.
Emerson's Green Veterinary Surgery is an RCVS-accredited practice with on-site diagnostic kit including ultrasound, digital X‑rays, and digital dental radiographs. Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for both routine preventive care (vaccinations and general advice) and more involved medical/dental cases, with owners describing clear explanations of options, treatment plans, and costs.
Companion Care (Vets for Pets Abbeywood) describes itself as a locally owned practice that has been operating since 2008, with a modern, fully equipped clinic including digital X‑ray, ultrasound, an in‑house laboratory and an on‑site pharmacy. The website lists capabilities that go beyond routine consults—surgery, imaging, anaesthesia, and emergency/critical care—and notes out‑of‑hours support is provided via Vets Now.
Companion Care (Vets for Pets Abbeywood) describes itself as a locally owned practice that has been operating since 2008, with a modern, fully equipped clinic including digital X‑ray, ultrasound, an in‑house laboratory and an on‑site pharmacy. The website lists capabilities that go beyond routine consults—surgery, imaging, anaesthesia, and emergency/critical care—and notes out‑of‑hours support is provided via Vets Now.
Medivet Oldland Common (Oldland House Vets) is part of the Medivet group. The practice looks set up for routine and ongoing pet care for a wide range of small pets (including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, hamsters and rats), with owners repeatedly mentioning being seen at short notice and the team arranging emergency appointments when needed. Out-of-hours emergency care is provided by Rowe Veterinary Hospital.
Medivet Oldland Common (Oldland House Vets) is part of the Medivet group. The practice looks set up for routine and ongoing pet care for a wide range of small pets (including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, hamsters and rats), with owners repeatedly mentioning being seen at short notice and the team arranging emergency appointments when needed. Out-of-hours emergency care is provided by Rowe Veterinary Hospital.
Our Score (90/100)
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.
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.
Our Score (87/100)
Companion Care (Brislington) Ltd trades under the Vets4Pets brand and is described on its website as locally owned. The practice is set up for a wide mix of routine and more advanced work, with digital x‑ray, ultrasound, an in‑house lab, and a fully equipped operating theatre listed, plus separate cat and dog waiting areas/wards and an isolation unit.
Companion Care (Brislington) Ltd trades under the Vets4Pets brand and is described on its website as locally owned. The practice is set up for a wide mix of routine and more advanced work, with digital x‑ray, ultrasound, an in‑house lab, and a fully equipped operating theatre listed, plus separate cat and dog waiting areas/wards and an isolation unit.
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Our Score (86/100)
- •Clear communication during appointments: One owner highlights a vet taking time to listen, examine, and explain conclusions plainly. - Out-of-hours responsiveness: Owners describe being told to “come straight down” for late-night emergencies, with diagnostics and medication provided. - End-of-life support: Multiple reviews mention being supported through euthanasia and bereavement, including receiving sympathy cards afterwards.
- •Clear communication during appointments: One owner highlights a vet taking time to listen, examine, and explain conclusions plainly. - Out-of-hours responsiveness: Owners describe being told to “come straight down” for late-night emergencies, with diagnostics and medication provided. - End-of-life support: Multiple reviews mention being supported through euthanasia and bereavement, including receiving sympathy cards afterwards.
Our Score (86/100)
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.
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.
Our Score (86/100)
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.
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.
Avon Lodge Veterinary Group is an RCVS-accredited veterinary practice. Based on the website summary, it offers a Pet Health Club plan for preventative care, video chat with a vet, and sells pet food/merchandise; registered clients are also offered 10% off pet travel via PetAir. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe compassionate support during end-of-life care (including keepsakes and follow-up gestures) and instances of urgent, same-day assessment and surgery with transfer to an out-of-hours provider (named as Vets Now in one review).
Avon Lodge Veterinary Group is an RCVS-accredited veterinary practice. Based on the website summary, it offers a Pet Health Club plan for preventative care, video chat with a vet, and sells pet food/merchandise; registered clients are also offered 10% off pet travel via PetAir. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe compassionate support during end-of-life care (including keepsakes and follow-up gestures) and instances of urgent, same-day assessment and surgery with transfer to an out-of-hours provider (named as Vets Now in one review).
Our Score (85/100)
From the latest reviews, owners most often describe clear explanations around treatment (including a dental extraction where “everything was explained really clearly”) and practical admin support (staff communicating with insurers and obtaining pre‑authorisation for treatment). A minority of recent reviews describe serious dissatisfaction around continuity of care and costs—specifically, confusion over repeat-prescription rules for long‑term allergy medication, and one account alleging their dog was kept in for monitoring, billed, and later died.
From the latest reviews, owners most often describe clear explanations around treatment (including a dental extraction where “everything was explained really clearly”) and practical admin support (staff communicating with insurers and obtaining pre‑authorisation for treatment). A minority of recent reviews describe serious dissatisfaction around continuity of care and costs—specifically, confusion over repeat-prescription rules for long‑term allergy medication, and one account alleging their dog was kept in for monitoring, billed, and later died.
Our Score (85/100)
Fernlea Veterinary Clinic is described by reviewers as privately owned/independent, and it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews, the practice appears geared toward routine companion-animal care with in-clinic procedures (including dentistry and anaesthetics), and it is repeatedly mentioned as making time for discussion rather than rushing decisions.
Fernlea Veterinary Clinic is described by reviewers as privately owned/independent, and it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews, the practice appears geared toward routine companion-animal care with in-clinic procedures (including dentistry and anaesthetics), and it is repeatedly mentioned as making time for discussion rather than rushing decisions.
- •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.
- •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.
Our Score (85/100)
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.
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.
Filton Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group (a chain brand whose practices are described on its website as “locally owned”). Based on the latest reviews, the clinic is used for day-to-day care (check-ups and vaccinations) as well as problem-solving and procedures (including a bladder stone operation). Owners repeatedly mention fast access to appointments, detailed explanations from the vet, and calm handling of anxious pets (including nail clipping for a dog that wouldn’t allow it at home).
Filton Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group (a chain brand whose practices are described on its website as “locally owned”). Based on the latest reviews, the clinic is used for day-to-day care (check-ups and vaccinations) as well as problem-solving and procedures (including a bladder stone operation). Owners repeatedly mention fast access to appointments, detailed explanations from the vet, and calm handling of anxious pets (including nail clipping for a dog that wouldn’t allow it at home).
Our Score (83/100)
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).
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).
Our Score (83/100)
Bishopston Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group (a network described on the website as “locally owned”). Based on the clinic data and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine companion-animal care including dental procedures, with an emphasis on clear explanations and low-stress handling (one cat was taken to a quiet room on drop-off to reduce stress). Owners describe being phoned after initial investigations with a plan and an expected final cost, and receiving a written record plus a walk-through of post-operative care after dental surgery.
Bishopston Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group (a network described on the website as “locally owned”). Based on the clinic data and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine companion-animal care including dental procedures, with an emphasis on clear explanations and low-stress handling (one cat was taken to a quiet room on drop-off to reduce stress). Owners describe being phoned after initial investigations with a plan and an expected final cost, and receiving a written record plus a walk-through of post-operative care after dental surgery.
Our Score (83/100)
The Grove Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent, vet-owned family practice (not a corporate group). Based on its website, it’s set up for both routine care and more involved case work, with on-site imaging and scopes (X‑ray, ultrasound, endoscopy) plus a telemedicine suite, and it also states it offers advanced/keyhole procedures alongside routine surgery. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention not feeling pressured into extras, and describe staff being informative and reassuring when pets are unwell; one reviewer also specifically mentions care provided for greyhounds.
The Grove Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent, vet-owned family practice (not a corporate group). Based on its website, it’s set up for both routine care and more involved case work, with on-site imaging and scopes (X‑ray, ultrasound, endoscopy) plus a telemedicine suite, and it also states it offers advanced/keyhole procedures alongside routine surgery. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention not feeling pressured into extras, and describe staff being informative and reassuring when pets are unwell; one reviewer also specifically mentions care provided for greyhounds.
Our Score (82/100)
Zetland Veterinary Group – Fishponds Veterinary Centre is part of the Zetland Veterinary Group. From the latest reviews, it appears set up for routine care and common procedures (for example, kitten neutering), with some cases escalated via referral: one owner says a vet identified an underlying condition and arranged a hospital referral “within a matter of minutes.” Owners also mention practical touches during appointments such as being “very informative,” giving treats during a check-up, and helping anxious owners feel at ease. A small number of recent reviews raise concerns about clinical judgement for more serious issues (including an eye ulcer) and about how complaints were handled.
Zetland Veterinary Group – Fishponds Veterinary Centre is part of the Zetland Veterinary Group. From the latest reviews, it appears set up for routine care and common procedures (for example, kitten neutering), with some cases escalated via referral: one owner says a vet identified an underlying condition and arranged a hospital referral “within a matter of minutes.” Owners also mention practical touches during appointments such as being “very informative,” giving treats during a check-up, and helping anxious owners feel at ease. A small number of recent reviews raise concerns about clinical judgement for more serious issues (including an eye ulcer) and about how complaints were handled.
Our Score (82/100)
Zetland Veterinary Group – Stoke Bishop Veterinary Centre is part of a wider Zetland Veterinary Group network with multiple branches, and it holds an IVC Evidensia Positive Pawprint Partner accreditation. Reviews repeatedly describe a calm reception and consulting-room environment (notably for anxious cats) and a team that explains options and costs upfront before doing work or supplying medication. The branch setup is also reflected in day-to-day support, such as staff arranging internal transfers of pet food to another branch for easier collection.
Zetland Veterinary Group – Stoke Bishop Veterinary Centre is part of a wider Zetland Veterinary Group network with multiple branches, and it holds an IVC Evidensia Positive Pawprint Partner accreditation. Reviews repeatedly describe a calm reception and consulting-room environment (notably for anxious cats) and a team that explains options and costs upfront before doing work or supplying medication. The branch setup is also reflected in day-to-day support, such as staff arranging internal transfers of pet food to another branch for easier collection.
Our Score (81/100)
Avenue Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent practice with over 100 years’ experience, and the website references modern facilities and equipment plus ample car parking. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention friendly/helpful front-desk interactions and long-term use by families over many years. One recent review reports a rude and patronising phone call with a staff member named Lorraine, which contrasts with other comments about helpful service.
Avenue Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent practice with over 100 years’ experience, and the website references modern facilities and equipment plus ample car parking. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention friendly/helpful front-desk interactions and long-term use by families over many years. One recent review reports a rude and patronising phone call with a staff member named Lorraine, which contrasts with other comments about helpful service.
- •Explanations and communication: owners say treatment is explained in an easy-to-understand way, and that staff spend time talking things through. - Stress-aware handling: multiple owners describe staff adapting to anxious pets (noting triggers ahead of time, respecting boundaries, and in one case staying late to see a dog separately to reduce stress). - Long-term loyalty: several reviewers mention using the practice for many years/decades and not wanting to go elsewhere.
- •Explanations and communication: owners say treatment is explained in an easy-to-understand way, and that staff spend time talking things through. - Stress-aware handling: multiple owners describe staff adapting to anxious pets (noting triggers ahead of time, respecting boundaries, and in one case staying late to see a dog separately to reduce stress). - Long-term loyalty: several reviewers mention using the practice for many years/decades and not wanting to go elsewhere.
Our Score (81/100)
Highcroft Veterinary Group - Brislington Veterinary Surgery is part of the Highcroft Veterinary Group (rather than an independent clinic). Recent reviews describe practical, repeat-use care for both cats and dogs, including dental work (“cats teeth out”) and support for anxious pets who are “VERY afraid of vets.”
Highcroft Veterinary Group - Brislington Veterinary Surgery is part of the Highcroft Veterinary Group (rather than an independent clinic). Recent reviews describe practical, repeat-use care for both cats and dogs, including dental work (“cats teeth out”) and support for anxious pets who are “VERY afraid of vets.”
Our Score (80/100)
Bristol Imperial Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group (a national chain). From the information available, this practice is used for routine appointments and minor procedures (a nail trim and check-up are mentioned), as well as surgical work such as spays. Reviews include multiple mentions of specific vets (Ana and Gabriel) and describe both supportive end-of-life care and handling of anxious animals, alongside complaints about pricing and consent/communication around sedation and testing.
Bristol Imperial Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group (a national chain). From the information available, this practice is used for routine appointments and minor procedures (a nail trim and check-up are mentioned), as well as surgical work such as spays. Reviews include multiple mentions of specific vets (Ana and Gabriel) and describe both supportive end-of-life care and handling of anxious animals, alongside complaints about pricing and consent/communication around sedation and testing.
Our Score (80/100)
Community Vets is described in the provided clinic data as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly name Helen and Richard and describe a practice that’s set up for ongoing medical management and surgery, with several specifics mentioned: same-day appointments when needed, a calming, clean, “cage free” practice environment (as described by a reviewer), and successful handling of more complex cases like cancer support and intestinal foreign-body surgery.
Community Vets is described in the provided clinic data as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly name Helen and Richard and describe a practice that’s set up for ongoing medical management and surgery, with several specifics mentioned: same-day appointments when needed, a calming, clean, “cage free” practice environment (as described by a reviewer), and successful handling of more complex cases like cancer support and intestinal foreign-body surgery.
Vets Now is part of the Vets Now emergency-care provider group (a UK-wide network treating small animals), and this clinic is set up primarily for out‑of‑hours and urgent cases rather than routine day-to-day vet care. Recent reviews repeatedly describe fast triage for emergencies (including a puppy described as “saved”), overnight hospital stays after surgery, and regular updates during treatment. Owners also mention a call-centre referral process and that vets explained options without pushing unnecessary procedures.
Vets Now is part of the Vets Now emergency-care provider group (a UK-wide network treating small animals), and this clinic is set up primarily for out‑of‑hours and urgent cases rather than routine day-to-day vet care. Recent reviews repeatedly describe fast triage for emergencies (including a puppy described as “saved”), overnight hospital stays after surgery, and regular updates during treatment. Owners also mention a call-centre referral process and that vets explained options without pushing unnecessary procedures.
Victoria Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice established in 1981, treating dogs and cats. It offers routine care (vaccines, parasite control, microchipping) alongside in-practice procedures such as neutering and surgery, plus practical add-ons like nail clipping and home visits. In emergencies during normal hours, the practice advises owners to call for guidance; when closed, it directs out-of-hours care to MiNightVet (night/weekend emergency service with telephone advice and emergency consultations).
Victoria Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice established in 1981, treating dogs and cats. It offers routine care (vaccines, parasite control, microchipping) alongside in-practice procedures such as neutering and surgery, plus practical add-ons like nail clipping and home visits. In emergencies during normal hours, the practice advises owners to call for guidance; when closed, it directs out-of-hours care to MiNightVet (night/weekend emergency service with telephone advice and emergency consultations).
Our Score (79/100)
Zetland Veterinary Group – Backwell Veterinary Centre is part of the Zetland Veterinary Group (a multi-branch group with 6 branches, per its website). The clinic is described in reviews as a clean, bright practice with a friendly front desk, and multiple owners mention support through difficult feline cases—particularly end-of-life care and follow-up over several weeks.
Zetland Veterinary Group – Backwell Veterinary Centre is part of the Zetland Veterinary Group (a multi-branch group with 6 branches, per its website). The clinic is described in reviews as a clean, bright practice with a friendly front desk, and multiple owners mention support through difficult feline cases—particularly end-of-life care and follow-up over several weeks.
Our Score (78/100)
Bristol PDSA Pet Hospital is part of PDSA (a veterinary charity) and is positioned to provide free and low-cost veterinary care for pets in need. Owners repeatedly mention treatment being “a fraction of the cost” compared with private practices, including one review describing a cat operation completed successfully with a good recovery. Recent reviews also flag practical and experience issues: one owner says they couldn’t work out how to book an appointment (phone options cutting off and no online booking), and another describes a distressing euthanasia consultation where they felt pressured and reported no tests were done.
Bristol PDSA Pet Hospital is part of PDSA (a veterinary charity) and is positioned to provide free and low-cost veterinary care for pets in need. Owners repeatedly mention treatment being “a fraction of the cost” compared with private practices, including one review describing a cat operation completed successfully with a good recovery. Recent reviews also flag practical and experience issues: one owner says they couldn’t work out how to book an appointment (phone options cutting off and no online booking), and another describes a distressing euthanasia consultation where they felt pressured and reported no tests were done.
Animal House Vets is a multi-site veterinary clinic (its website describes four branches) and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Based on its own service list and recent client accounts, it’s set up for day-to-day care (check-ups and vaccinations) as well as dentistry and surgery, with 24‑hour emergency care supported by out-of-hours service providers.
Animal House Vets is a multi-site veterinary clinic (its website describes four branches) and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Based on its own service list and recent client accounts, it’s set up for day-to-day care (check-ups and vaccinations) as well as dentistry and surgery, with 24‑hour emergency care supported by out-of-hours service providers.
Our Score (76/100)
Highcroft Veterinary Group – Ashton Veterinary Surgery is part of the Highcroft Veterinary Group and is set up as a small-animal practice offering routine care through to surgery, plus support for a wide range of species (including small pets, birds, reptiles, tortoises, poultry and fish). The practice states it has the RCVS Client Service Award – Outstanding and offers emergency support during normal hours, with out-of-hours care provided by MiNightVet Bristol (with full-time night staff).
Highcroft Veterinary Group – Ashton Veterinary Surgery is part of the Highcroft Veterinary Group and is set up as a small-animal practice offering routine care through to surgery, plus support for a wide range of species (including small pets, birds, reptiles, tortoises, poultry and fish). The practice states it has the RCVS Client Service Award – Outstanding and offers emergency support during normal hours, with out-of-hours care provided by MiNightVet Bristol (with full-time night staff).
Bristol Longwell Green Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets network (the website describes practices as “locally owned”). Based on the latest reviews, the clinic appears set up for routine care (including vaccinations and puppy packages) as well as minor surgery such as lump removals, with some clients reporting they can get same-day urgent appointments. Reviews repeatedly mention a calm, welcoming experience for dogs (including treats during vaccinations), but there is also a clear complaint about pricing transparency—one owner reports a large price increase between two lump-removal procedures and felt the costs weren’t properly explained.
Bristol Longwell Green Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets network (the website describes practices as “locally owned”). Based on the latest reviews, the clinic appears set up for routine care (including vaccinations and puppy packages) as well as minor surgery such as lump removals, with some clients reporting they can get same-day urgent appointments. Reviews repeatedly mention a calm, welcoming experience for dogs (including treats during vaccinations), but there is also a clear complaint about pricing transparency—one owner reports a large price increase between two lump-removal procedures and felt the costs weren’t properly explained.
Our Score (75/100)
Zetland Veterinary Group – Filton Veterinary Centre is a branch site within the Zetland Veterinary Group (the website describes a main site plus multiple branches). The practice is listed as an IVC Evidensia Positive Pawprint Partner on its website. Based on the information available, this branch is regularly used for routine care (annual check-ups and vaccinations) and also for rabbit procedures: reviewers specifically mention male rabbit castrations, yearly cat jabs, and annual cat check-ups and vaccinations.
Zetland Veterinary Group – Filton Veterinary Centre is a branch site within the Zetland Veterinary Group (the website describes a main site plus multiple branches). The practice is listed as an IVC Evidensia Positive Pawprint Partner on its website. Based on the information available, this branch is regularly used for routine care (annual check-ups and vaccinations) and also for rabbit procedures: reviewers specifically mention male rabbit castrations, yearly cat jabs, and annual cat check-ups and vaccinations.
- •Communication and follow-up: Owners mention vets explaining each step of treatment and, in one case, calling to follow up and outline next steps during a cat diagnostic process. - Handling anxious or sensitive pets: Reviews describe vets helping dogs feel relaxed during visits. - Long-term support for chronic/complex cases: One review highlights years of involvement and repeated interventions for idiopathic epilepsy.
- •Communication and follow-up: Owners mention vets explaining each step of treatment and, in one case, calling to follow up and outline next steps during a cat diagnostic process. - Handling anxious or sensitive pets: Reviews describe vets helping dogs feel relaxed during visits. - Long-term support for chronic/complex cases: One review highlights years of involvement and repeated interventions for idiopathic epilepsy.
Clifton Veterinary Practice is a small clinic (as described by reviewers) with a 4.6★ Google rating from 117 reviews. Its written feedback most often highlights calm handling of nervous or “fussy” dogs, supportive help during difficult situations, and vets who focus on practical prevention advice. Specific examples mentioned include a heart check for a dog, reminders about toothbrushing (with an owner buying poultry toothpaste afterwards), and the practice hosting veterinary students during appointments (noted by one reviewer as confidence‑building).
Clifton Veterinary Practice is a small clinic (as described by reviewers) with a 4.6★ Google rating from 117 reviews. Its written feedback most often highlights calm handling of nervous or “fussy” dogs, supportive help during difficult situations, and vets who focus on practical prevention advice. Specific examples mentioned include a heart check for a dog, reminders about toothbrushing (with an owner buying poultry toothpaste afterwards), and the practice hosting veterinary students during appointments (noted by one reviewer as confidence‑building).
Animal House Vets is a small-animal clinic for cats and dogs that operates across four surgery locations (as described on its website) and offers both routine care and procedures. The website also states it provides 24‑hour emergency vet care via out-of-hours service providers. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention staff taking extra time to help anxious or nervous dogs cope with appointments, and describe considerate support in difficult moments (including respectful help after a pet loss and practical care for an owner who fell during a visit).
Animal House Vets is a small-animal clinic for cats and dogs that operates across four surgery locations (as described on its website) and offers both routine care and procedures. The website also states it provides 24‑hour emergency vet care via out-of-hours service providers. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention staff taking extra time to help anxious or nervous dogs cope with appointments, and describe considerate support in difficult moments (including respectful help after a pet loss and practical care for an owner who fell during a visit).
Our Score (71/100)
Highcroft Veterinary Group – Eastville Veterinary Centre is part of the Highcroft Veterinary Group. The wider group’s website describes a small‑animal hospital with 24/7 emergency cover via MiNightVet Bristol (on-site dedicated night staff), plus in-house diagnostics (lab, X‑ray, ultrasound) and multiple referral services (including cardiology, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, internal medicine, and laparoscopic/keyhole surgery). It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Highcroft Veterinary Group – Eastville Veterinary Centre is part of the Highcroft Veterinary Group. The wider group’s website describes a small‑animal hospital with 24/7 emergency cover via MiNightVet Bristol (on-site dedicated night staff), plus in-house diagnostics (lab, X‑ray, ultrasound) and multiple referral services (including cardiology, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, internal medicine, and laparoscopic/keyhole surgery). It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Our Score (69/100)
Zetland Veterinary Group – Westbury Veterinary Centre is part of the Zetland Veterinary Group (a multi-branch group with a main site and additional branches). The website also lists an IVC Evidensia Positive Pawprint Partner accreditation. Reviews most often describe straightforward appointments (“straight in for the appointment”) and vets giving practical advice and reassurance that owners felt helped their pets improve.
Zetland Veterinary Group – Westbury Veterinary Centre is part of the Zetland Veterinary Group (a multi-branch group with a main site and additional branches). The website also lists an IVC Evidensia Positive Pawprint Partner accreditation. Reviews most often describe straightforward appointments (“straight in for the appointment”) and vets giving practical advice and reassurance that owners felt helped their pets improve.
Vale Vets offers general veterinary care alongside a notably broad range of add-on therapies (including therapeutic laser, Bowen therapy, massage and Reiki) and rehabilitation/behaviour support, based on its website. It’s accredited as an RCVS Cat Friendly Clinic, and the practice states it treats a wide variety of pets beyond cats and dogs (including small mammals, birds and reptiles). In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention friendly, professional consultations with clear explanations, and one reviewer describes a home visit to reduce stress for a multi-cat household.
Vale Vets offers general veterinary care alongside a notably broad range of add-on therapies (including therapeutic laser, Bowen therapy, massage and Reiki) and rehabilitation/behaviour support, based on its website. It’s accredited as an RCVS Cat Friendly Clinic, and the practice states it treats a wide variety of pets beyond cats and dogs (including small mammals, birds and reptiles). In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention friendly, professional consultations with clear explanations, and one reviewer describes a home visit to reduce stress for a multi-cat household.
Bristol A.R.C. Clinic is described in reviews as a charity-run animal rehoming organisation rather than a traditional veterinary practice. People mention adopting dogs, bringing in stray animals, and donating goods to support the animals, with staff and volunteers described as helpful during visits.
Bristol A.R.C. Clinic is described in reviews as a charity-run animal rehoming organisation rather than a traditional veterinary practice. People mention adopting dogs, bringing in stray animals, and donating goods to support the animals, with staff and volunteers described as helpful during visits.
Our Score (67/100)
Highcroft Veterinary Group – Shirehampton Village Vets is part of the Highcroft Veterinary Group. Based on the clinic website, the wider group offers a broad small‑animal service (including dentistry, surgery, imaging and in‑house lab work) and also lists care for exotics (such as reptiles and birds). The website also states 24‑hour emergency care is available via a dedicated on-site emergency service called MiNightVet Bristol.
Highcroft Veterinary Group – Shirehampton Village Vets is part of the Highcroft Veterinary Group. Based on the clinic website, the wider group offers a broad small‑animal service (including dentistry, surgery, imaging and in‑house lab work) and also lists care for exotics (such as reptiles and birds). The website also states 24‑hour emergency care is available via a dedicated on-site emergency service called MiNightVet Bristol.
Tibbs and Simmons Farm Vets Ltd appears primarily oriented toward farm and equine work, with multiple owners discussing horse/pony care and one reviewer explicitly describing the vet they saw as a “large farm animals” vet. The available reviews include detailed equine call-out experiences (including night-time attendance and follow-up phone check-ins) alongside a sharply critical account of a small-animal visit involving blood sampling, medication dispensing, and billing confusion. No corporate group ownership is stated in the information provided.
Tibbs and Simmons Farm Vets Ltd appears primarily oriented toward farm and equine work, with multiple owners discussing horse/pony care and one reviewer explicitly describing the vet they saw as a “large farm animals” vet. The available reviews include detailed equine call-out experiences (including night-time attendance and follow-up phone check-ins) alongside a sharply critical account of a small-animal visit involving blood sampling, medication dispensing, and billing confusion. No corporate group ownership is stated in the information provided.
Animal House Vets is a multi-branch practice (the website describes four clinics) focused on cats and dogs, offering routine care alongside dentistry, surgery, and stated 24-hour emergency/out-of-hours arrangements. In reviews, owners describe being fitted in quickly for urgent situations (including end-of-life care) and getting frequent progress updates during short-term intensive treatment. However, there are also reviews describing a failure to be seen when emergency care was needed shortly after 5pm, with the owner reporting their cat died soon after.
Animal House Vets is a multi-branch practice (the website describes four clinics) focused on cats and dogs, offering routine care alongside dentistry, surgery, and stated 24-hour emergency/out-of-hours arrangements. In reviews, owners describe being fitted in quickly for urgent situations (including end-of-life care) and getting frequent progress updates during short-term intensive treatment. However, there are also reviews describing a failure to be seen when emergency care was needed shortly after 5pm, with the owner reporting their cat died soon after.
Animal Health Centre is a small-animal veterinary practice established in 2002. It handles a broad range of routine and medical needs for dogs, cats and small pets (including rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs and hamsters), with facilities listed for an in-house lab plus X‑ray and ultrasound. The practice is accredited as an RCVS General Practice and a Cat Friendly Clinic (Silver).
Animal Health Centre is a small-animal veterinary practice established in 2002. It handles a broad range of routine and medical needs for dogs, cats and small pets (including rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs and hamsters), with facilities listed for an in-house lab plus X‑ray and ultrasound. The practice is accredited as an RCVS General Practice and a Cat Friendly Clinic (Silver).