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Max and Min Veterinary Practice in Hertford offers diagnostics, surgery and preventive care, including rapid cancer diagnosis, keyhole surgery and the use of digital technology in diagnosis and treatment. The practice is also a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback is very positive overall, with owners frequently praising the calm environment, clear communication and gentle handling of nervous pets.
Medivet Carpenders Park is part of the Medivet group. The practice offers 15-minute consultations and has on-site X-ray and an in-house laboratory, alongside routine care, dentistry and ECG. Out-of-hours care is handled by Medivet 24 Hour Hendon, with no charge for phone assessment and a £130 out-of-hours consultation fee.
Medivet Hemel Hempstead Risedale Road is part of the Medivet group and offers routine and surgical care for cats, dogs, rabbits and other small mammals, with on-site diagnostics including an in-house lab and X-rays. The practice also trains veterinary nurses. Recent owner feedback describes a friendly, professional team that handles both routine appointments and urgent problems well, with clear explanations during consultations and help with insurance claims. For out-of-hours issues, clients are directed to a Medivet 24-hour clinic; consultations are charged, but phone assessments are not.
Medivet Radlett is part of the Medivet group and is led by partners and veterinary surgeons Alan Hirschowitz and Natasha Ho. The practice is set up for routine and diagnostic work, including an in-house laboratory and X-ray, as well as dentistry and Animal Health Certificates for pet travel. It also sees a broad mix of species beyond cats and dogs, including rabbits, birds, reptiles, small mammals and other exotics.
ANIMALISM is a St Albans veterinary practice that reviewers frequently describe as independent. Its website lists a broad mix of routine care and more advanced work, including CT scans, dental X-rays, laparoscopic spay, and TPLO surgery. The practice also says the team will discuss treatment options and provide estimates, with listed prices excluding prescribed medications. Recent feedback is largely very positive about communication, compassion, and trust, although one June 2025 reviewer reported a poor experience and felt surgery had been recommended unnecessarily.
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Fernside Veterinary Centre Ltd is a CVS-owned small-animal practice in Borehamwood treating dogs, cats and small pets including rabbits and ferrets. It offers routine veterinary care alongside more advanced options such as chemotherapy and therapeutic laser therapy, as well as home visits and pet travel documentation. Emergency help is available through the practice during normal opening hours, with out-of-hours emergencies referred to the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals.
Highfield Veterinary Surgery is a veterinary practice in Broxbourne that also lists itself as a veterinary nurse training facility. It appears set up for routine preventive care such as vaccinations, parasite control and microchipping, alongside same-day or urgent appointments when pets are unwell. The practice also offers end-of-life support, including euthanasia and help with cremation arrangements. Out-of-hours emergencies are directed to the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals (RVC).
Medivet Bushey Heath is part of the Medivet group and offers routine appointments, including 15-minute consultations, for cats, dogs, rabbits and small mammals. The clinic also accepts unused medications for safe disposal. Linked Medivet practices provide additional routine and emergency cover outside the branch’s core hours.
Medivet Melbourn is part of the Medivet veterinary group, with routine appointments and ongoing care backed by access to the wider network’s 24-hour emergency centres. Owners consistently describe patient, reassuring handling of nervous pets and clear communication, including follow-up calls about test results. Recent feedback also points to prompt appointments, thoughtful aftercare, and a clean, well-organised clinic.
The Gatehouse Veterinary Surgery in Baldock is listed as a veterinary nurse training practice. Recent feedback continues to highlight kind, communicative care, including follow-up phone calls and help with some urgent cases at short notice. Experiences around access are mixed, though, with some owners describing support for unregistered pets while others report being turned away for second-opinion requests or new registrations.
Wellpet Vets in Shenley, Hertfordshire, is part of IVC Evidensia. The clinic offers consultations, routine vaccinations, major surgery, emergency support via Video Vet Emergencies, and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback is largely positive about the caring team, clear explanations, and calm handling of pets, with some concerns about pricing and the depth of first consultations.
A J Poole is a Harpenden small-animal practice treating a broad range of pets, from dogs and cats to small mammals, birds, reptiles and fish. The clinic offers same-day appointments for ill pets and repeat prescriptions, including a postal option, while out-of-hours emergencies are covered by the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals. Recent reviews describe a friendly, accommodating team and strong long-term relationships with local owners.
Bishops Veterinary Surgery is an IVC Evidensia practice in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. It sees a range of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits and small mammals, and offers consultations, diagnostics, surgery, dental care and vaccinations, with emergency care stated as available. Recent feedback is mostly positive about clear communication, kind handling and supportive staff, though a small number of serious negative reviews raise concerns about urgent care and rabbit post-operative management.
Medivet Potters Bar is a Medivet practice in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, offering care for cats and dogs, including routine appointments and 24-hour emergency cover. Recent feedback consistently describes a friendly, efficient team, with owners highlighting quick access to appointments, clear advice and compassionate support in more difficult situations. Reviews also mention diagnostics, medication collection and end-of-life care.
St Johns Vet Surgery is a small-animal practice in Berkhamsted offering routine consultations, surgery, diagnostics and prescriptions. The clinic also arranges out-of-hours emergency care through Vets Now. Recent feedback is very positive, with owners regularly praising the team’s kindness, communication and day-to-day support.
Berry House Veterinary Practice in Hitchin is part of the IVC Evidensia group. The practice offers emergency veterinary care and is also a veterinary nurse training facility. Owners commonly describe clear, considerate communication, with support across routine appointments as well as more difficult visits such as urgent treatment and euthanasia.
Chess Veterinary Clinic is a Linnaeus practice in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire. It offers general veterinary care, surgery, emergency cover listed as 24/7 or extended hours, and end-of-life support, and it is also noted as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback is largely very positive, with owners often highlighting gentle handling, clear explanations, and a caring approach.
Medivet Welwyn Garden City Mill Green Road is part of the Medivet group and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. The practice appears set up for routine preventive care and diagnostics, including blood tests and titre testing, alongside general consultations and follow-up. Out-of-hours cover is available through Medivet’s 24-hour emergency network.
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.
Companion Care (Stevenage) Ltd trading as Vets4Pets is a Vets4Pets practice in Stevenage offering first-opinion care for dogs, cats and rabbits. Website-listed facilities include diagnostics, imaging, surgery, in-patient care and a pharmacy, with out-of-hours emergencies covered by Vets Now. Recent feedback is largely positive about the vets and nurses, especially for clear explanations and kind handling, but reception and admin experiences appear more mixed, particularly around delays for results and insurance paperwork.
KewVets is listed as KewVets (Love4Nature LTD) in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire. It appears to focus on general small-animal care, with reviews mentioning puppy check-ups, basic examinations, and treatment for itchiness. Recent feedback is sharply mixed: one long-term owner praises Dr Kew and the team highly, while others report poor communication, appointment issues, and concerns about how conclusions were reached during a visit.
Oak Vets is a Potters Bar practice offering both routine care and more involved medical and surgical treatment. Recent reviews consistently highlight kind handling, clear explanations and close follow-up, especially for anxious pets and more complicated cases. Owners mention dogs, cats and at least one parrot being treated here, and the clinic currently holds a 5.0 Google rating from 88 reviews.
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.
Oakwood Veterinary Surgery in Radlett has been operating since the early 1990s and is an RCVS Practice Standards Scheme Tier 2 Small Animal Accredited Practice. The practice’s stated facilities include an operating theatre, dental area and on-site laboratory, supporting routine care as well as procedures such as dentistry and urgent wound or foot treatment. Out-of-hours emergencies are arranged through Wood Street Veterinary Hospital, with the phone line diverting automatically when the surgery is closed.
Reed Veterinary Surgery in Royston offers a broad mix of routine care, diagnostics and surgical services, including keyhole surgery, imaging, endoscopy, echocardiography and dental treatment. Out-of-hours care is handled by its sister practice, Swayne & Partners, which is stated to be open 24 hours a day. Recent feedback most often highlights compassionate end-of-life support, thoughtful follow-up after a pet is put to sleep, and a willingness to fit pets in sooner when delaying care could be a problem.
Companion Care in Hemel Hempstead is part of the Vets for Pets network. The clinic has a modern on-site set-up for routine care, diagnostics and procedures, including an in-house lab, imaging, an operating theatre and a hospital ward. Recent feedback is strongly positive, with owners often mentioning quick appointment access, clear explanations and a kind, supportive approach, especially during difficult end-of-life situations.
Medivet Croxley Green is part of the Medivet group. The practice offers routine veterinary care alongside on-site diagnostics including X-rays and an in-house laboratory, and it sees a wide range of species including cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, reptiles, and other small mammals. Out-of-hours care is provided via Medivet 24 Hour Watford, where phone assessment is available without charge and the out-of-hours consultation fee is £130.
Medivet St Albans is part of the Medivet group. The practice offers routine appointments, including 15-minute consultations, alongside on-site diagnostics such as an in-house laboratory and X-rays, and it sees cats, dogs, rabbits and other small mammals. Recent feedback is very positive, with owners often praising clear communication, gentle handling for nervous pets, and prompt follow-up when problems are found.
Medivet Stanstead Abbotts is a Medivet practice in Ware, Hertfordshire, offering routine veterinary care alongside surgery and access to Medivet’s wider emergency network. Recent feedback continues to highlight a friendly, caring approach, especially for first visits and routine check-ups. A smaller number of recent reviews raise concerns about administration and billing.
Medivet Harpenden is part of the Medivet group and links into its wider network for continuous care, including referral to 24-hour centres for overnight emergencies. The branch appears set up for routine appointments as well as cases that need admission for ongoing treatment. Feedback is mixed overall: several owners describe caring, professional handling and good communication, while some raise concerns about high treatment costs and changes since the practice joined Medivet.
Village Vet Berkhamsted is part of Linnaeus and treats a mix of dogs, cats, small pets and birds. Recent feedback continues to highlight strong support for guinea pigs, with Harriet repeatedly recommended for these cases, while other reviews praise bird care, hamster care and attentive general practice support for dogs and cats. Owners also regularly mention thorough communication, a caring nursing team and a friendly reception team.
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.
Walton Lodge Veterinary Group is a multi-branch veterinary practice in the IVC Evidensia group, caring for dogs, cats, and guinea pigs. The practice says it offers 24-hour emergency care, and it promotes a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Medivet Hemel Hempstead Marlows is a Medivet clinic in Hemel Hempstead treating cats, dogs, rabbits and small mammals. Website information lists routine and preventive care, neutering, dentistry, in-house diagnostics, nurse clinics, home visits and Animal Health Certificates, with out-of-hours care provided by Medivet 24 Hour Watford. Recent feedback points to strong continuity of care for long-standing clients, especially for ongoing feline health issues, alongside generally warm comments about the team’s communication and support.
Hammond Vets Limited is described by reviewers as an independent veterinary practice in Hertford. The cases owners talk about point to a practice that sees a mix of companion animals, farm animals and horses, with vets carrying out call-outs for urgent situations. Emergency and end-of-life support, including home visits, comes through strongly in owner feedback.
Battlers Green Veterinary Centre in Radlett offers routine and surgical care alongside stated emergency veterinary support, and it also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback continues to highlight clear explanations, calm handling and prompt follow-up, with examples including spays, dental work, lump removal surgery and procedures for cats. Owners also describe quick responses through PetsApp during opening hours and coordinated aftercare after out-of-hours hospital visits.
Chestnut Vets Ltd in Ware provides veterinary care for dogs, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs, with recent reviews also mentioning care for puppies and pet rats. Services include general consultations, home visits and a Pet Health Club scheme, alongside more involved medical and dental treatment. Recent feedback is very positive, with owners highlighting friendly staff, clear communication, good aftercare and a calm approach with nervous pets.
Highfield Veterinary Surgery in Waltham Cross offers routine preventive care including vaccinations, flea and worm treatment, microchipping, and follow-up checks after procedures. Reviews consistently highlight continuity of care, clear explanations, and calm handling, with particular praise for Richard’s work with Greyhounds and for compassionate support in difficult situations. For emergencies outside normal hours, clients are directed to the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals at the RVC. Ownership isn’t stated.
Medivet Redbourn Priory is part of the Medivet group. The clinic offers routine preventative care such as vaccinations, parasite care, microchipping and neutering, alongside diagnostics including on-site ultrasound and treatment for urgent cases. It also has a 24-hour out-of-hours arrangement through Medivet 24 Hour Watford, and recent feedback highlights kind handling, clear communication and a reassuring approach with nervous pets.
Village Vet Royston is part of the Village Vet network and the wider Linnaeus group. The clinic is set up for routine care as well as more complex cases, with full diagnostic and surgical facilities listed on its website, and it is also noted as a veterinary nurse training facility. Website information also says clients can message the clinic, book appointments and order repeat prescriptions through a free app, with 24/7 emergency care handled via the Milton practice.
Chess Veterinary Clinic is a Linnaeus-owned practice in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire. It provides general veterinary care for ill pets, ongoing support for long-term health, a practice plan covering basic essentials, and listed emergency veterinary services. Reviews consistently highlight a professional, warm and reassuring approach from the team.
Medivet Cuffley is part of the Medivet group and offers access to 24/7 emergency care through one of the network’s 24-hour centres. Recent feedback is mixed but leans positive overall, with many owners praising kind staff, quick appointments and attentive handling of cats and dogs. A smaller number of reviewers raise concerns about administration, billing and confidence in some consultations.
Roebuck Veterinary Group – Great Ashby is an RCVS Veterinary Hospital in Stevenage, part of CVS, with roots going back to the late 1960s. The practice says it provides 24-hour emergency care with full-time night staff, along with free telephone advice for urgent cases. It is also accredited as a Silver Cat Friendly Clinic and listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent feedback is mixed overall, with strong praise for compassionate urgent and end-of-life care alongside concerns from some owners about communication, continuity, and pricing.
Creature Comforts St Albans is a St Albans veterinary practice offering routine and preventative care alongside surgery, diagnostics, dentistry, travel paperwork and end-of-life support. Owners regularly describe a calm, modern clinic that is especially helpful for anxious dogs, with a quiet waiting area, treats, toys and an unhurried approach in consultations. Reviews also highlight clear explanations, treatment choices, and updates during procedures, including photos. One owner also describes the practice as vet-owned.
Hope Vets is an independent, family-owned veterinary practice in Hemel Hempstead. It offers routine pet care, support for nervous dogs, and structured help for new puppy owners through free puppy socialisation classes. The practice uses Vets Now for urgent care arrangements, and recent feedback is very warm overall, with many owners describing a calm, caring team.
Park Veterinary Centre is an RCVS-accredited practice in Watford and part of IVC Evidensia, caring for both small animals and equine/large animals, including an ambulatory equine/large-animal service. It is also a veterinary nurse training facility. The practice covers routine care, diagnostics and surgery, with reviews describing calm handling of nervous pets, clear explanations of treatment options, and supportive end-of-life care. Recent feedback is largely very positive, with one negative review raising concerns about cost and diagnostic consistency.
Marshalswick Veterinary Surgery in St Albans sees cats, dogs and rabbits, with reviews highlighting a calm, caring approach across both routine visits and more difficult cases. The practice is also noted as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback is especially positive about clear communication, short-notice appointment availability, and compassionate support during end-of-life care.
The Vet Station is an independently owned veterinary practice in Hemel Hempstead offering advanced surgery and medicine, routine clinics, and preventative care. Recent feedback continues to point to a friendly, professional team, quick access to appointments, and vets who take time to explain options clearly before agreeing a plan. Reviews also describe straightforward handling of common issues such as parasite treatment, check-ups, and dental aftercare.
Blythwood Vets is a multi-branch veterinary practice in the Linnaeus group, accredited under the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Practice Standards Scheme. It also runs a Veterinary Nurse Clinic and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility, with Silver-level Cat Friendly Clinic status and membership of the International Society of Feline Medicine. The practice offers routine preventative care alongside common procedures, and recent reviews often praise calm handling and clear communication, although customer-service experiences are mixed.
Roebuck Veterinary Group - Roebuck is part of CVS and has operated as a small-animal practice since the late 1960s. The practice says it is an approved training centre for veterinary nurses and lists RCVS Veterinary Hospital and Cat-Friendly Clinic Silver status, alongside a 24-hour emergency service with full-time night staff for urgent critical care. Recent feedback is mixed, with some positive comments about staff manner but repeated complaints about appointment availability and reports of clients being directed to the group’s Great Ashby site.
Heath Lodge Veterinary Group in St Albans is a highly rated veterinary practice offering routine care alongside minor injury checks, eye assessments and emergency veterinary services. Clinic information also lists it as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback centres on kind communication, trusted advice and a calm, caring approach with nervous pets.
Medivet 24 Hour Watford is part of the Medivet group and is set up for round-the-clock care, including overnight hospitalisation and intensive care. The clinic lists in-house diagnostics such as lab tests, X-rays, ultrasound and ECG, alongside more advanced procedures including endoscopy, keyhole surgery and orthopaedic surgery. Recent feedback is largely positive about attentive emergency care, clear updates during overnight stays and patient handling of nervous pets, though a minority of reviewers report concerns about cost discussions and value.
J K Routledge MRCVS is a veterinary service in Royston listed under vet John Routledge’s name. Feedback centres strongly on John Routledge himself, with owners describing him as kind, knowledgeable and focused on the animal’s welfare rather than cost. A smaller number of reviews report poor telephone experiences, particularly around front-desk manner.
Walton Lodge Vets is a Stevenage practice treating dogs, cats and guinea pigs, with routine care, consultations and 24-hour emergency care listed, and it also serves as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback is generally positive about the friendliness of the team and the clarity of explanations during appointments. Practical drawbacks mentioned by clients include limited parking, and one reviewer also felt medication prices were very high.
Royston Vet Centre in Royston, Hertfordshire is listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Ownership is not clearly identified in the available public information. Beyond its training-site status, no further verified details about facilities or day-to-day clinical services are currently available.
The Park Veterinary Clinic in Watford is part of IVC Evidensia. Reviews most often highlight friendly day-to-day care for cats and dogs, especially for routine appointments and common problems. Clients also value being able to speak with a nurse or vet without booking a full appointment, and several mention patient handling of nervous pets.
Village Vet St. Albans is part of the Linnaeus-owned Village Vet group. It offers routine appointments alongside urgent and out-of-hours support, with reviews also describing overnight stays, online booking, and regular communication when pets are admitted. End-of-life care remains a strong theme in owner feedback, although some recent reviews raise concerns about fees, communication, and the handling of a cremation aftercare issue.
Attimore Veterinary Group is a St Albans practice offering routine veterinary care, surgery, diagnostics and nurse-led support for a wide range of pets, including some small exotics. Website-listed services also extend to home visits, pet travel paperwork, physiotherapy and acupuncture. Public feedback is mixed overall: some clients describe straightforward advice and good rapport with pets, while several negative reviews raise concerns about communication, consistency of diagnosis, costs and one disputed booster-related case.