Dog & Cat Vets in Wellington

Dog & Cat Vets in Wellington

Small-animal veterinary clinics for dogs, cats and companion pets

About Dog & Cat Vets in Wellington

Updated January 2026

For routine and specialized care for companion animals, Wellington offers several options.

All four clinics in Wellington cater to dogs and cats, providing a robust selection of options for routine care, diagnostics, surgery, and dental services. Given the strong focus on companion animals, pet owners have multiple choices for their pets' healthcare needs. With clinics like Mount Vets Ltd and Dilliway Bosley Equine Veterinary Practice highly rated by the community, pet owners can expect quality care for their furry friends.

There are 2 veterinary clinics listed for Dog & Cat vets in Wellington.

Top Rated Dog & Cat Vets in Wellington

Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews

#1

Cave Veterinary Specialists

4.7(358 reviews)
Emergency Services
Corporate
📞01823 653510
Treats:
dog
cat
## Summary Cave Veterinary Specialists is a veterinary **referral centre** (owners mention being unable to attend without a referral), with **advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities** and **24/7 care for sick and injured patients** stated on its website. Recent reviews describe specialist-led workups including **scans** and an **MRI** for a suspected neurological problem/IVDD, with owners highlighting **long, option-focused consults** (one review mentions **over an hour** discussing choices) and **regular updates** during treatment. One recent reviewer reports being **turned away at night** for arriving without a referral/registration and says there was **no vet on site** at that time; other reviews describe prompt, organised care once seen. ## Services - **Referral-only specialist care** (multiple reviews reference being seen after referral; one review says walk-ins were not accepted). - **Emergency care stated as 24/7 for sick and injured patients** (website). - **Advanced diagnostics** (website mentions advanced facilities; reviews mention a **scan** and an **MRI**). - **Neurology/orthopaedic-type case management mentioned in reviews**, including a dog that suddenly lost use of the back legs and an **IVDD** case, with outcomes and ongoing support discussed. - **Discharge planning/support**: one owner mentions being supported to find **physiotherapy** after diagnosis and being released once the dog was fit to go home. - **Veterinary nurse training facility** (structured clinic data). ## People - **Sabrina (vet)**: in one detailed review, she is described as quickly narrowing a neurological problem to three likely causes, discussing the choice between MRI vs conservative management, and providing prognosis and next-step support. - **Kate and front desk team**: one reviewer credits them with “moving mountains” to help organise care and describes clear, honest communication from arrival. - **Tom (medical team)**: mentioned by name as part of the team looking after a pet and owner during a difficult visit. - Across multiple reviews, owners emphasise **clear explanations of medical terms**, feeling **listened to/not rushed**, and **time spent discussing options**; one review notes nurses **brushed the dog before discharge**. ## Reviews **4.7 stars from 358 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Detailed explanations and decision support**: owners mention scans/MRI being explained, options laid out, and prognosis discussed (including one consult lasting over an hour). - **Communication and updates**: regular updates during treatment and clear, honest communication from arrival are recurring specifics. - **Handling of serious neurological cases**: examples include sudden loss of back-leg function and IVDD, with owners reporting improvement and recovery (e.g., walking again). - **Staff kindness shown in concrete ways**: not feeling rushed, being listened to, and small discharge-care details like a dog being brushed. - **Conflict about access at night**: one very recent 1-star review reports being turned away for arriving without a referral/registration and alleges no vet on site at the time, contrasting with other recent accounts of responsive, organised care once under the team’s care.

Why This Ranking:

Cave Veterinary Specialists in Wellington scores highly due to its extensive range of services, including emergency care and VN training, and a high Google rating with 348 reviews. The clinic's professionalism and comprehensive care make it a trusted local veterinary clinic.

#2

Mount Vets Ltd

5(3 reviews)
Independent Clinic
📞01823 662286
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit
cow
sheep
pig
chicken
llama
deer
## Summary Mount Vets Ltd is an independent veterinary practice established in 1945. Based on its website, it’s set up to handle a mixed caseload: farm animal work, small animal care, and export-related veterinary services. The practice also states it provides 24‑hour emergency care using its own veterinary and nursing teams. Google shows a 5.0★ rating (3 reviews); the written feedback available is brief but mentions “excellent work” and “very friendly people.” ## Services - Farm animal veterinary services (as listed on the clinic website). - Small animal veterinary services (as listed on the clinic website). - Export services (as listed on the clinic website). - 24-hour emergency care, stated to be provided by the clinic’s own veterinary and nursing teams. - Veterinary Nurse Training facility (listed in the provided clinic data). ## Reviews 5.0★ rating from 3 reviews. “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - The only written comments available describe “excellent work” and “very friendly people,” but provide no detail on specific treatments or cases.

Why This Ranking:

Mount Vets Ltd in Wellington also has a perfect Google rating based on two reviews. While it offers VN training, the limited number of reviews and lack of detailed service information impact its overall score.