Featured Clinic Overview
## Summary Priory Close Veterinary Practice is an independent small-animal clinic (the website says it’s been caring for pets for over 35 years) and is set up for everyday primary-care vet work plus urgent same-day problems. Owners repeatedly mention being offered same-day appointments for unwell pets, and several reviews describe clear, practical treatment given quickly (for example, a dog treated within ~20 minutes of eating a raisin with an injection to induce vomiting, and a cat given three injections and improving within 12 hours). The practice is also RCVS-approved for training small animal nurses (per the website). ## Services Based on the website summary and the latest reviews, the practice is described as providing: - Routine care: vaccinations and health checks (annual vaccination + health check explicitly mentioned in a review). - Urgent/same-day illness appointments: owners describe being offered an appointment the same day for an unwell cat, including a choice of times. - Emergency and out-of-hours arrangements: the website states emergency care is provided via Quantock Veterinary Hospital between 7pm and 8am, and on Bank Holidays. - Medical investigations (listed on the website). - Dental work (listed on the website). - Dietary/weight advice: a review describes a discussion about mid-life weight gain with a plan to address it without leaving the dog hungry. - Treatment for toxin/foreign ingestion: one review details induced vomiting after a raisin was eaten, followed by an antidote and aftercare advice. - Parasite prevention support: one reviewer says they get reminders for flea and worming treatments, which “arrive in the post.” - Species noted on the website: dogs, cats, and small furries. ## People - Ian (vet) is named in reviews. One owner credits “Ian and his team” with rapid treatment and aftercare advice after raisin ingestion. - Owners describe vets as listening and discussing options (e.g., talking through weight management), and multiple reviews mention the team being empathetic during euthanasia (“especially empathetic when I had to say goodbye”). ## Reviews Google rating: 4.8 stars from 325 reviews. “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - Fast access when pets are unwell: multiple owners mention same-day appointments and being seen quickly on arrival. - Concrete clinical interventions that helped: examples include an emetic injection and monitored vomiting after raisin ingestion (with aftercare advice), and a cat receiving three injections with reported improvement within 12 hours. - Owners value the decision-making style: several reviews say the practice doesn’t recommend unnecessary treatment and prioritises animal welfare. - Cost perceptions: repeated comments describe charges as “reasonable” or “fair,” including in emergency situations. - Practice experience: clean waiting area is mentioned, and one review notes consistently being able to get an appointment.
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Blake Veterinary Group Ltd runs multiple surgeries and treats both domestic and exotic pets. The website highlights nursing staff on site 24 hours a day, and provides instructions for what to do if an emergency happens when the clinic is closed. Recent reviews also describe practical, pet-stress-reducing touches (a waiting area divided so cats can sit separately from dogs) and examples of case management such as keeping owners informed during a “serious illness,” and sourcing a longer-acting antibiotic to avoid daily return visits for injections. One recent review raises a specific concern about inconsistent information around eligibility for a discounted geriatric screening offer.
Blake Veterinary Group Ltd runs multiple surgeries and treats both domestic and exotic pets. The website highlights nursing staff on site 24 hours a day, and provides instructions for what to do if an emergency happens when the clinic is closed. Recent reviews also describe practical, pet-stress-reducing touches (a waiting area divided so cats can sit separately from dogs) and examples of case management such as keeping owners informed during a “serious illness,” and sourcing a longer-acting antibiotic to avoid daily return visits for injections. One recent review raises a specific concern about inconsistent information around eligibility for a discounted geriatric screening offer.
Watkins & Tasker Vets is described by a long-term client as an independent practice (specifically noted as not having been “gobbled up by large corporations”). Reviews point to a practice geared toward ongoing, long-term care for pets, with repeated mentions of support through difficult end-of-life decisions. Owners also repeatedly mention being fit in for appointments when needed and having staff who take time to answer questions and give advice. Concrete specifics mentioned in reviews include: - 24/7 emergency care available for emergencies. - Owners say the team can fit them in with appointments. - Multiple reviews describe support with euthanasia/“over the rainbow bridge”, highlighting kindness during end-of-life care. - Clients describe long relationships with the practice (mentions of 13 years, 25 years, and 35 years).
Watkins & Tasker Vets is described by a long-term client as an independent practice (specifically noted as not having been “gobbled up by large corporations”). Reviews point to a practice geared toward ongoing, long-term care for pets, with repeated mentions of support through difficult end-of-life decisions. Owners also repeatedly mention being fit in for appointments when needed and having staff who take time to answer questions and give advice. Concrete specifics mentioned in reviews include: - 24/7 emergency care available for emergencies. - Owners say the team can fit them in with appointments. - Multiple reviews describe support with euthanasia/“over the rainbow bridge”, highlighting kindness during end-of-life care. - Clients describe long relationships with the practice (mentions of 13 years, 25 years, and 35 years).
Our Score (86/100)
White Lodge Veterinary Clinic Ltd provides care for a wide mix of animals (companion pets, farm animals, and equines), and the website describes hospital-standard surgical and inpatient facilities for equines plus farm work including surgery and lambing. It also states a 24-hour emergency service for registered clients. From the latest reviews, owners most often mention: - Emergency/same-day help when a pet becomes unwell unexpectedly (including visitors getting an urgent appointment). - End-of-life care described as calm and compassionate when euthanasia was needed. - Practical coordination such as contacting a pet’s usual vet to obtain history before treatment. (Ownership/group status isn’t stated in the information provided.)
White Lodge Veterinary Clinic Ltd provides care for a wide mix of animals (companion pets, farm animals, and equines), and the website describes hospital-standard surgical and inpatient facilities for equines plus farm work including surgery and lambing. It also states a 24-hour emergency service for registered clients. From the latest reviews, owners most often mention: - Emergency/same-day help when a pet becomes unwell unexpectedly (including visitors getting an urgent appointment). - End-of-life care described as calm and compassionate when euthanasia was needed. - Practical coordination such as contacting a pet’s usual vet to obtain history before treatment. (Ownership/group status isn’t stated in the information provided.)
Our Score (85/100)
Bellevue Veterinary Clinic offers a broad mix of routine and advanced care (including orthopaedic surgery and 24‑hour emergency treatment), and also sees a wide range of species beyond cats and dogs (reviews mention a tortoise). Ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the information provided. Decision-relevant details owners repeatedly mention include: - Making time for urgent cases (one review describes being fitted in on a Saturday morning). - Thoughtful end‑of‑life support, including not rushing owners and a follow‑up call afterwards. - Dental work is specifically referenced, including a case involving 17 extractions and the use of an LED “healing wand” on the gums. - A small in‑clinic policy/detail aimed at quieter support during bereavement: a candle is lit when someone is losing a pet.
Bellevue Veterinary Clinic offers a broad mix of routine and advanced care (including orthopaedic surgery and 24‑hour emergency treatment), and also sees a wide range of species beyond cats and dogs (reviews mention a tortoise). Ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the information provided. Decision-relevant details owners repeatedly mention include: - Making time for urgent cases (one review describes being fitted in on a Saturday morning). - Thoughtful end‑of‑life support, including not rushing owners and a follow‑up call afterwards. - Dental work is specifically referenced, including a case involving 17 extractions and the use of an LED “healing wand” on the gums. - A small in‑clinic policy/detail aimed at quieter support during bereavement: a candle is lit when someone is losing a pet.
Axe Valley Veterinary Practice
North Somerset
Our Score (84/100)
Axe Valley Veterinary Practice provides care for small pets and also sees some less-common species (the website explicitly mentions geckos and chelonians, alongside dogs, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs). The practice advertises a 24-hour emergency service and an on-site laboratory. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly mention being fitted in when a pet is unwell (for example, a cat with sickness and diarrhoea) and describe procedures including spaying, microchipping and vaccinations. One recent review, however, reports a poor new-puppy consultation experience (including staff “looking it up on Google”) alongside a complaint about being charged £64.50.
Axe Valley Veterinary Practice provides care for small pets and also sees some less-common species (the website explicitly mentions geckos and chelonians, alongside dogs, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs). The practice advertises a 24-hour emergency service and an on-site laboratory. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly mention being fitted in when a pet is unwell (for example, a cat with sickness and diarrhoea) and describe procedures including spaying, microchipping and vaccinations. One recent review, however, reports a poor new-puppy consultation experience (including staff “looking it up on Google”) alongside a complaint about being charged £64.50.
Medivet Taunton
Taunton
Our Score (82/100)
Medivet Taunton is part of the Medivet group (a corporate chain) and offers routine care alongside in-practice diagnostics such as X‑rays, ultrasound and ECG, plus an in-house laboratory. The clinic states it provides 15‑minute consultations and can arrange out-of-hours cover via Quantock Veterinary Hospital (7.00pm–8.00am and Bank Holidays). Recent reviews repeatedly mention being fitted in at short notice (including same-day appointments), and staff taking practical steps to settle anxious or reactive dogs (e.g., calm handling and using treats to allow an exam).
Medivet Taunton is part of the Medivet group (a corporate chain) and offers routine care alongside in-practice diagnostics such as X‑rays, ultrasound and ECG, plus an in-house laboratory. The clinic states it provides 15‑minute consultations and can arrange out-of-hours cover via Quantock Veterinary Hospital (7.00pm–8.00am and Bank Holidays). Recent reviews repeatedly mention being fitted in at short notice (including same-day appointments), and staff taking practical steps to settle anxious or reactive dogs (e.g., calm handling and using treats to allow an exam).
Nurture Vet GP and Dentist
North Somerset
Our Score (82/100)
Nurture Vet GP and Dentist presents itself as a general-practice vet with dentistry, and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility with emergency veterinary services. Recent reviews repeatedly describe appointments where staff take time to check patients properly and involve owners in decisions—for example, a nurse assessing a dog’s condition before giving a Librella injection, and vets “listening to pet owners’ views” and answering additional concerns during annual health checks. End-of-life support is specifically mentioned, including a home visit in a dog’s “last hours,” and another owner describing their “sad time” being handled with care and compassion. One reviewer also raises a practical downside around out-of-hours arrangements requiring travel, which they felt could delay urgent care.
Nurture Vet GP and Dentist presents itself as a general-practice vet with dentistry, and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility with emergency veterinary services. Recent reviews repeatedly describe appointments where staff take time to check patients properly and involve owners in decisions—for example, a nurse assessing a dog’s condition before giving a Librella injection, and vets “listening to pet owners’ views” and answering additional concerns during annual health checks. End-of-life support is specifically mentioned, including a home visit in a dog’s “last hours,” and another owner describing their “sad time” being handled with care and compassion. One reviewer also raises a practical downside around out-of-hours arrangements requiring travel, which they felt could delay urgent care.
Deane Vets
Taunton
Our Score (80/100)
Deane Vets promotes a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations, and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews most often describe appointments where the team explains treatment options clearly and gives cost estimates up front, with multiple owners saying they didn’t feel pushed into buying products or plans. Emergency care is also referenced (one owner says they were seen for a Sunday emergency and were “very pleased with the service”). There is, however, a sharp conflict in feedback: one recent reviewer makes a serious allegation about cats catching “cat flu” in reception with significant loss, while the rest of the latest reviews are strongly positive about care and communication.
Deane Vets promotes a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations, and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews most often describe appointments where the team explains treatment options clearly and gives cost estimates up front, with multiple owners saying they didn’t feel pushed into buying products or plans. Emergency care is also referenced (one owner says they were seen for a Sunday emergency and were “very pleased with the service”). There is, however, a sharp conflict in feedback: one recent reviewer makes a serious allegation about cats catching “cat flu” in reception with significant loss, while the rest of the latest reviews are strongly positive about care and communication.
Southill Vets Ltd
Wincanton
Our Score (80/100)
Southill Vets Ltd describes itself as a long‑established independent veterinary practice, and both the website and recent reviews emphasise that its 24‑hour emergency care is run by its own team rather than outsourced. Based on the information available, the clinic appears set up for day‑to‑day preventative care as well as medical/surgical work, with specialist referrals when needed. Concrete details mentioned by owners and the clinic include: - In‑house out‑of‑hours/24‑hour emergency care (website; echoed by reviews). - Help with pet travel paperwork, including an appointment for a visiting dog plus worming and passport signing (review). - A separate waiting area for cats and dogs (review). - Staff taking time to explain end‑of‑life decisions and the process during an emergency visit for a pet rat (review).
Southill Vets Ltd describes itself as a long‑established independent veterinary practice, and both the website and recent reviews emphasise that its 24‑hour emergency care is run by its own team rather than outsourced. Based on the information available, the clinic appears set up for day‑to‑day preventative care as well as medical/surgical work, with specialist referrals when needed. Concrete details mentioned by owners and the clinic include: - In‑house out‑of‑hours/24‑hour emergency care (website; echoed by reviews). - Help with pet travel paperwork, including an appointment for a visiting dog plus worming and passport signing (review). - A separate waiting area for cats and dogs (review). - Staff taking time to explain end‑of‑life decisions and the process during an emergency visit for a pet rat (review).