Alder Veterinary Practices Bourne

Alder Veterinary Practices Bourne is a veterinary clinic that is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Based on the latest written reviews available to us, owners most often describe a practice that can handle both routine care and significant procedures—examples include cats’ vaccinations/boosters, a large tumour operation with an 8‑inch abdominal scar, and follow-up support after surgery. Several reviews also mention getting seen at short notice and feeling the vet was “thorough and honest”, with one owner stating the cost was minimal (no specific prices given). The clinic’s ownership/group status isn’t stated in the information provided.

Services

Services and capabilities mentioned in the available information include

• •Veterinary nurse training (listed specialisation).
• •Vaccinations and boosters (cats’ “shots and boosters”).
• •Surgery (removal of a large tumour; post-op recovery described as returning to normal activity within days).
• •Post-operative follow-up/support (explicitly mentioned after major surgery).
• •Pet plan option (reviewer notes it was explained clearly; inclusions and price not specified).

People

• •Julian (role not stated): described by one reviewer as “kind and understanding,” particularly helpful for anxious owners.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.6 stars from 194 reviews. - Clear communication and decision-making: “thorough and honest,” and pet plan details “explained clearly and concisely.”

• •Responsiveness: owners mention being able to get a dog seen at short notice.
• •Surgical outcomes and follow-up: one detailed account describes successful removal of a tumour “as big as a tennis ball,” with “amazing follow up and support.”
• •Clinic environment: comments include cleanliness, plus polite/efficient reception and friendly, knowledgeable staff.
• •Cost perceptions vary by reviewer but trend positive: one mentions “cost was minimal,” another says they “do not over charge at all” (no itemised pricing provided).