About Dog & Cat Vets in Watford
Watford's veterinary clinics primarily cater to companion animals like dogs and cats.
With all clinics in Watford focusing on companion animals, pet owners can expect comprehensive care for their dogs and cats. This focus includes a range of services from preventative care to diagnostics and advanced treatments. The availability of veterinary nurse training at most clinics enhances the overall quality of care, as it ensures a well-trained support staff dedicated to animal welfare. For pet owners, this means access to knowledgeable and skilled professionals capable of addressing a wide array of health concerns for their furry companions.
There are 7 veterinary clinics listed for Dog & Cat vets in Watford.
Top Rated Dog & Cat Vets in Watford
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Avenues Veterinary Clinic is an independent, family-owned practice established in 1990. The clinic describes itself as modern and fully equipped, and it holds the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Practice Standards Award. Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine preventative care as well as procedures requiring anaesthetic and support through end-of-life care.
Avenues Veterinary Clinic is an independent, family-owned practice established in 1990. The clinic describes itself as modern and fully equipped, and it holds the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Practice Standards Award. Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine preventative care as well as procedures requiring anaesthetic and support through end-of-life care.
Medivet Carpenders Park is part of the Medivet group. The practice advertises longer 15‑minute consultations, has X‑ray and an in‑house laboratory, and offers routine care (vaccinations, parasite care, neutering and microchipping) alongside dentistry and ECG. Out‑of‑hours care is provided by Medivet 24 Hour Hendon (phone assessment has no charge; out‑of‑hours consult fee £130).
Medivet Carpenders Park is part of the Medivet group. The practice advertises longer 15‑minute consultations, has X‑ray and an in‑house laboratory, and offers routine care (vaccinations, parasite care, neutering and microchipping) alongside dentistry and ECG. Out‑of‑hours care is provided by Medivet 24 Hour Hendon (phone assessment has no charge; out‑of‑hours consult fee £130).
RCVS-accredited practice set up for both small animals and equine/large animals (including an ambulatory equine/large-animal service), and it’s also a veterinary nurse training facility. From the website and recent reviews, it appears geared for routine care (annual vaccinations/injections), diagnostics and surgery when needed (including x‑rays and emergency surgery), plus supportive end-of-life care. Owners repeatedly mention clear explanations of options and treatments, and one detailed account describes a same-day x‑ray followed by emergency surgery for a dog who swallowed a rubber ball.
RCVS-accredited practice set up for both small animals and equine/large animals (including an ambulatory equine/large-animal service), and it’s also a veterinary nurse training facility. From the website and recent reviews, it appears geared for routine care (annual vaccinations/injections), diagnostics and surgery when needed (including x‑rays and emergency surgery), plus supportive end-of-life care. Owners repeatedly mention clear explanations of options and treatments, and one detailed account describes a same-day x‑ray followed by emergency surgery for a dog who swallowed a rubber ball.
Our Score (83/100)
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 (lab tests, X‑rays, ultrasound, ECG) and more advanced procedures such as endoscopy, keyhole surgery and an orthopaedic theatre.
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 (lab tests, X‑rays, ultrasound, ECG) and more advanced procedures such as endoscopy, keyhole surgery and an orthopaedic theatre.
The Park Veterinary Clinic is described by one long-standing client as no longer vet-owned, with a “company who owns the business” (group name not stated) sending frequent reminder texts. In day-to-day care, reviews most often mention support with routine appointments and common problems (vaccinations/check-ups, a puppy with tummy issues, a dog with a skin infection), plus access features like being able to arrange a chat with a nurse or vet without a booked appointment. Owners also repeatedly highlight staff handling nervous pets patiently, while one recent review raises concerns about visible cleanliness (animal hair in main areas) and says the consultation/services felt “exceptionally high” for what they experienced.
The Park Veterinary Clinic is described by one long-standing client as no longer vet-owned, with a “company who owns the business” (group name not stated) sending frequent reminder texts. In day-to-day care, reviews most often mention support with routine appointments and common problems (vaccinations/check-ups, a puppy with tummy issues, a dog with a skin infection), plus access features like being able to arrange a chat with a nurse or vet without a booked appointment. Owners also repeatedly highlight staff handling nervous pets patiently, while one recent review raises concerns about visible cleanliness (animal hair in main areas) and says the consultation/services felt “exceptionally high” for what they experienced.
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Blythwood Vets is a multi-branch veterinary practice accredited under the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Practice Standards Scheme, and it runs a Veterinary Nurse Clinic (also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility). The website also states Silver-level Cat Friendly Clinic status and membership of the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM).
Blythwood Vets is a multi-branch veterinary practice accredited under the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Practice Standards Scheme, and it runs a Veterinary Nurse Clinic (also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility). The website also states Silver-level Cat Friendly Clinic status and membership of the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM).
Our Score (66/100)
Vets4Pets Watford Century is part of the Vets4Pets group and describes itself as a “locally owned practice.” Based on the clinic’s stated facilities and service list, it appears set up for both routine care and more involved in-house work (including orthopaedic procedures), with an on-site lab and diagnostic imaging (digital X‑ray and ultrasound), plus separate dog and cat wards and isolation.
Vets4Pets Watford Century is part of the Vets4Pets group and describes itself as a “locally owned practice.” Based on the clinic’s stated facilities and service list, it appears set up for both routine care and more involved in-house work (including orthopaedic procedures), with an on-site lab and diagnostic imaging (digital X‑ray and ultrasound), plus separate dog and cat wards and isolation.