About Veterinary Care in Hertford
This guide provides a comprehensive comparison of veterinary clinics in Hertford for pet owners looking to make informed choices. Explore this overview to understand service offerings, animal care focus, and availability across different clinics in Hertford, Hertfordshire.
Top-rated veterinary clinics in Hertford
- •Max and Min Veterinary Practice
- •Three Bears Vets
- •Hammond Vets Limited
There are 4 veterinary clinics in Hertford, with an average Google rating of 4.8★. Among these, 3 clinics treat dogs and cats, 2 offer farm or large-animal services, and 1 provides emergency or out-of-hours care. Currently, there is no 24-hour veterinary cover available locally.
Local clinics offer a range of services including routine care, diagnostics, surgery, and emergency treatment. Of the four clinics, one also provides veterinary nurse training, which is an important asset for ongoing professional development in the community. Additionally, all clinics have a web presence, making it easier for pet owners to find information and contact them.
In Hertford, the focus is primarily on companion-animal services, with three clinics providing care for dogs and cats. While there is a provision for farm or large-animal services, it is limited to two clinics, highlighting a stronger presence in companion-animal care.
For pet owners seeking immediate or out-of-hours care, they will need to consider the one clinic that provides emergency services. This option is crucial for urgent cases that cannot wait for regular hours. However, for routine care and non-urgent treatments, all four clinics are well-equipped to handle everyday veterinary needs, with Hammond Vets Limited and Walton Lodge Veterinary Group being particularly noted for their strong day-to-day care services.
Hertford benefits from a strong overall clinic depth for companion-animal care, indicating that most key services are spread across multiple providers rather than being concentrated.
[See our dog and cat vets in Hertford page for more details.]
Hertford's veterinary provision is well-rounded for companion animals, making it easy for pet owners to choose the best-suited clinic from the ranked list provided.
Data current as of January 2026 using publicly available review and service data.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Hertford, Hertfordshire
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Max and Min Veterinary Practice is an independent, modern, purpose-built clinic (winner of the 2023 New Build Practice Design Award). Based on the clinic information and recent reviews, it appears set up for diagnostics and procedures as well as day-to-day care—owners mention everything from second opinions on spinal issues to anti-sickness injections given the same day, and lump removal surgery comparisons with other practices. Several reviews also describe a deliberately calming setup (for example spacious layout, calming music, and aromatherapy oils) and staff taking time to explain options clearly and handle anxious pets without forcing a muzzle.
Max and Min Veterinary Practice is an independent, modern, purpose-built clinic (winner of the 2023 New Build Practice Design Award). Based on the clinic information and recent reviews, it appears set up for diagnostics and procedures as well as day-to-day care—owners mention everything from second opinions on spinal issues to anti-sickness injections given the same day, and lump removal surgery comparisons with other practices. Several reviews also describe a deliberately calming setup (for example spacious layout, calming music, and aromatherapy oils) and staff taking time to explain options clearly and handle anxious pets without forcing a muzzle.
Three Bears Vets is an independent mobile veterinary service established in January 2019 by Dr Mike Groombridge, focused on providing veterinary care in pet owners’ homes. Reviews repeatedly describe home visits that avoid waiting-room stress, including at-home euthanasia where pets passed peacefully in their owner’s arms. Owners also mention thorough medical work-ups for acute illness (e.g., severe vomiting/diarrhoea and abdominal pain) and proactive follow-up, including out-of-hours check-ins over a weekend. Some reviews note that, for those within their catchment, appointments at the practice premises are also available.
Three Bears Vets is an independent mobile veterinary service established in January 2019 by Dr Mike Groombridge, focused on providing veterinary care in pet owners’ homes. Reviews repeatedly describe home visits that avoid waiting-room stress, including at-home euthanasia where pets passed peacefully in their owner’s arms. Owners also mention thorough medical work-ups for acute illness (e.g., severe vomiting/diarrhoea and abdominal pain) and proactive follow-up, including out-of-hours check-ins over a weekend. Some reviews note that, for those within their catchment, appointments at the practice premises are also available.
Hammond Vets Limited is described in reviews as an independent veterinary practice. Based on the cases people write about, it appears set up for a mix of companion animals and farm/equine work, with vets doing call-outs for urgent situations.
Concrete examples mentioned by owners include
- •Emergency attendance and euthanasia for a sheep, with the vet and reception described as calm during a traumatic visit.
- •Home visit for an elderly dog leading to peaceful euthanasia, with the practice attending “quickly” and handling the situation compassionately.
- •Equine care, including a vet visit for long-term lameness and help with a mare with a retained placenta, with options explained without pressure.
- •Poultry case management, including a chicken with a prolapse referred in by the Royal Veterinary College.
Hammond Vets Limited is described in reviews as an independent veterinary practice. Based on the cases people write about, it appears set up for a mix of companion animals and farm/equine work, with vets doing call-outs for urgent situations.
Concrete examples mentioned by owners include
- •Emergency attendance and euthanasia for a sheep, with the vet and reception described as calm during a traumatic visit.
- •Home visit for an elderly dog leading to peaceful euthanasia, with the practice attending “quickly” and handling the situation compassionately.
- •Equine care, including a vet visit for long-term lameness and help with a mare with a retained placenta, with options explained without pressure.
- •Poultry case management, including a chicken with a prolapse referred in by the Royal Veterinary College.
Walton Lodge Veterinary Group is a general practice that owners most often mention using for routine care (vaccinations and check-ups) and ongoing support over multiple years. Reviews describe a consistently friendly front-desk experience—one owner specifically highlights the receptionist’s patience when they attended with a young child—alongside a couple of sharp criticisms: one reviewer describes “extortionate fees for a 5 minute check up,” and another reports an upsettingly rude response when calling an emergency line to discuss euthanasia.
Walton Lodge Veterinary Group is a general practice that owners most often mention using for routine care (vaccinations and check-ups) and ongoing support over multiple years. Reviews describe a consistently friendly front-desk experience—one owner specifically highlights the receptionist’s patience when they attended with a young child—alongside a couple of sharp criticisms: one reviewer describes “extortionate fees for a 5 minute check up,” and another reports an upsettingly rude response when calling an emergency line to discuss euthanasia.
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Best Emergency Vets
1 clinic
24-hour and emergency veterinary care in the local area.
Best Dog & Cat Vets
3 clinics
Small animal vets for dogs, cats and companion vets
Best Specialist Vets
3 clinics
Advanced care, referral centres and specialised services
Best Farm Vets
2 clinics
Large animal vets for livestock, horses and farm animals
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