Emergency Vets in Hertfordshire

Hitchin Veterinary Surgery presents itself as an independent, small-animal, employee-owned practice, operating as an Employee Owned Trust since May 2023. It appears set up for routine care and procedures as well as short-notice urgent cases, with reviews regularly highlighting prompt replies, clear explanations and a friendly front desk. Recent feedback is strongly positive overall, especially around surgical care, support with more complex cases and thoughtful follow-up, alongside one notable complaint about a microchipping appointment and the way concerns were handled afterwards.

• •Many reviewers describe the team as kind, compassionate and easy to talk to, with strong praise for reception staff, nurses and vets. - Communication is a recurring strength: owners mention treatment options being explained clearly, questions being answered patiently, and consent being checked before anything is done. - Recent reviews include positive experiences with dentals, tests requiring day stays, and castration, with owners saying pets were well looked after and often relaxed returning to the clinic.

Attimore Veterinary Group in Welwyn Garden City is a long-established small-animal practice, dating back to the 1960s, and is part of CVS Vets. It treats dogs and cats as well as rabbits, small mammals and reptiles/tortoises, with on-site diagnostics including an in-house lab, X-ray and ultrasound, plus surgical services such as orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery and cardiology. Recent feedback is mixed: some clients praise individual vets for kind, supportive care, while others report problems with reception interactions, phone access and pricing.

Medivet Cheshunt Animal Clinic in Waltham Cross is part of the Medivet group and is led by partner and veterinary surgeon Lindsay Thomas. The clinic offers routine care including 15-minute consultations, with on-site X-ray and an in-house laboratory, and the practice notes access to advanced treatment or ongoing hospitalisation through a nearby 24-hour Medivet hospital. Recent feedback is mixed but generally positive, with repeated praise for the caring team and nurse support, alongside some complaints about vet manner and front-desk experience.

Village Veterinary Surgery in Hatfield Garden Village appears to be an independent practice offering routine care alongside urgent same-day problems, with late weeknight availability. Recent feedback continues to highlight prompt access, including same-day appointments and rapid help for injuries. Owners also describe a friendly, reassuring approach from reception through to the clinical team, with follow-up after treatment when needed.

Davies Veterinary Specialists is a large small-animal referral hospital in Higham Gobion, Hertfordshire, and is part of Linnaeus. Its website says it has a team of 200+ veterinary specialists, registered veterinary nurses and other veterinary professionals, with urgent and emergency patients prioritised during the day and referral processes designed to be rapid and smooth. Recent owner feedback continues to centre on specialist referral care, advanced diagnostics, surgery, and clear communication throughout treatment and aftercare.

• •Reviews often describe the team as caring, patient and professional, with particular praise for how cats and nervous dogs are handled. - Owners repeatedly mention practical visit logistics, including the cat/dog separation in the waiting area, the window before entry, parking outside, and small waits or on-time appointments. - Several reviews highlight clear communication, such as explaining options well, writing down medication instructions, and following up after an appointment.

• •Many reviewers describe the team as caring and trustworthy, with several mentioning they have used the practice for many years or across multiple dogs. - Chloe is the standout named vet in recent feedback, especially for reassurance and step-by-step updates during a dental procedure and for compassionate end-of-life support. - End-of-life care is a strong theme, with praise for calm explanations, sensitive handling, home visits, and thoughtful memorial touches afterwards.