About Veterinary Care in Ilminster
This guide helps pet owners compare local veterinary clinics in Ilminster based on services, animal coverage, and availability.
Top-rated veterinary clinics in Ilminster
There are 4 veterinary clinics in Ilminster, with an average Google rating of 4.5★. All four clinics treat dogs and cats, with two offering services for farm or large animals. There are three clinics offering emergency or out-of-hours care, but there is no confirmed 24-hour veterinary cover locally. Veterinary clinics in Ilminster provide a range of services including routine care, surgery, diagnostics, dental, and emergency treatment. The clinics collectively have 124 reviews, highlighting the community's engagement with their services. Additionally, two clinics are involved in veterinary nurse training, supporting the education of future veterinary professionals. The town has a strong overall clinic depth, with key services spread across multiple providers.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Ilminster, Somerset
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Minster Veterinary Services Ltd appears to be an independent practice (no corporate group is mentioned in the provided sources). It’s set up for both routine work and urgent cases: one reviewer describes the team calling back and “squeez[ing] us in” for a cat with a urinary blockage, and clinic data also lists emergency veterinary services. Reviews also point to support for longer-term conditions and end-of-life care—owners mention months-long illness management for a cat, and compassionate help during a pet’s final weeks, described as handled “in such a beautiful way” for remembrance. The clinic is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Minster Veterinary Services Ltd appears to be an independent practice (no corporate group is mentioned in the provided sources). It’s set up for both routine work and urgent cases: one reviewer describes the team calling back and “squeez[ing] us in” for a cat with a urinary blockage, and clinic data also lists emergency veterinary services. Reviews also point to support for longer-term conditions and end-of-life care—owners mention months-long illness management for a cat, and compassionate help during a pet’s final weeks, described as handled “in such a beautiful way” for remembrance. The clinic is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
FarmVets SouthWest Ltd is an RCVS accredited, farm-animal–only veterinary practice, with a stated focus on the dairy sector and “traditional service values with a modern approach” (from the clinic website). Clinic data also lists emergency veterinary services. The limited written review content available describes the service as helpful and efficient.
FarmVets SouthWest Ltd is an RCVS accredited, farm-animal–only veterinary practice, with a stated focus on the dairy sector and “traditional service values with a modern approach” (from the clinic website). Clinic data also lists emergency veterinary services. The limited written review content available describes the service as helpful and efficient.
Oakapple Surgery is reviewed primarily around consultations with Janet (vet), including care for a dog and a Syrian hamster. Owners repeatedly describe Janet as calm and attentive, with multiple reviews noting she listens to concerns and helps put owners “at rest.” Several reviewers also mention not being overcharged or finding the pricing cheaper than other vets, while one reviewer reports a poor first impression at reception, saying they “didn’t get past the lady on the desk” due to curt, disinterested manner.
Oakapple Surgery is reviewed primarily around consultations with Janet (vet), including care for a dog and a Syrian hamster. Owners repeatedly describe Janet as calm and attentive, with multiple reviews noting she listens to concerns and helps put owners “at rest.” Several reviewers also mention not being overcharged or finding the pricing cheaper than other vets, while one reviewer reports a poor first impression at reception, saying they “didn’t get past the lady on the desk” due to curt, disinterested manner.
Our Score (47/100)
The County Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice established in January 2005. The website states it offers a 24-hour emergency service and appointments seven days a week, and it is accredited as an official “Cat-Friendly” practice (International Society for Feline Medicine) as well as a Guide Dog–approved practice. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Latest reviews show a split experience: several older reviews describe effective treatment (including one owner saying their dog’s life was saved) and vets/nurses who “explain things well,” while a recent 1-star review describes serious delays and missed call-backs when the owner was trying to arrange end-of-life help for a dog with an aggressive tumour, and says no alternative options were suggested at the time.
The County Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice established in January 2005. The website states it offers a 24-hour emergency service and appointments seven days a week, and it is accredited as an official “Cat-Friendly” practice (International Society for Feline Medicine) as well as a Guide Dog–approved practice. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Latest reviews show a split experience: several older reviews describe effective treatment (including one owner saying their dog’s life was saved) and vets/nurses who “explain things well,” while a recent 1-star review describes serious delays and missed call-backs when the owner was trying to arrange end-of-life help for a dog with an aggressive tumour, and says no alternative options were suggested at the time.
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Best Emergency Vets
3 clinics
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
2 clinics
Advanced care, referral centres and specialised services
Best Farm Vets
1 clinic
Large animal vets for livestock, horses and farm animals
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