Dog & Cat Vets in Castle Cary

## Summary Delaware Veterinary Group is an RCVS-listed practice that treats both small animals and farm animals, and is also a veterinary nurse training facility. It’s set up for routine preventative care as well as urgent problems, with emergency veterinary services listed in the clinic information. In the latest reviews available, owners repeatedly describe clear explanations of problems and options, staff who talk through prices at reception, and supportive handling of difficult situations—including an emergency visit for a cat and a home visit at end of life. ## Services - Small-animal care (e.g., dog and cat cases are specifically mentioned in reviews). - Farm-animal care (listed on the practice website summary). - Health checks and vaccinations (owners describe breed-relevant checks during vaccination appointments). - Emergency/urgent care (an owner describes a “recent emergency” with a cat and a “swift response”; emergency veterinary services are also listed in the clinic data). - Home visit support at end of life (a review describes a home visit where staff helped the family through saying goodbye). - Discussion-based consultations (owners mention the vet explaining the problem, the solution, and taking time for additional questions). - Pet Health Club® Plus plan (website text states consultations are included as part of this plan). - Veterinary nurse training facility (listed in the clinic data). ## People - **Tim** (named in reviews): described as taking a personal approach with multiple pets; owners also mention clear communication during appointments. - **Roger & Holly** (named in reviews): mentioned in connection with a home visit during an end-of-life situation, where the family felt guided through the process with professionalism. - **Reception team** (not named): repeatedly described as welcoming, happy to see animals, and specifically as explaining prices clearly. ## Reviews **4.8 stars from 246 reviews.** Owners consistently describe good communication and supportive care across routine visits and stressful situations. **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - Staff explain diagnoses and options clearly, and make time for questions. - Reception is singled out for talking through prices and being welcoming when pets arrive. - Preventative care is described in detail (health checks alongside vaccinations, with attention to different breeds and potential issues). - Support during emergencies and end-of-life care is specifically mentioned, including a “swift response” for a cat and a home visit to help a family say goodbye.