Dog & Cat Vets in Lincolnshire

## Summary Aldervale Vets is a veterinary practice that (based on structured clinic data) operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews describe it as set up for urgent and out-of-hours situations, including late-night emergency appointments and overnight admissions. Concrete examples mentioned by owners include: - A rabbit taken in during the night as an emergency, kept in overnight, and monitored until improved (with staff even picking dandelions for him). - Dogs being admitted and cared for overnight when unwell, including end-of-life care described as “dignified.” - Handling of fearful/reactive dogs by taking time to help them feel comfortable with the vet before treatment. - Clear discussion of treatment options with owners, with input welcomed so decisions could be made in an informed way. ## Services Services and capabilities referenced in the available information include: - Emergency/urgent appointments late at night (e.g., allergic reaction, rabbit emergency). - Overnight inpatient care/admission for monitoring and treatment. - Rabbit care (at least for emergencies and inpatient stays). - Cat consultations with discussion of multiple treatment options. - Support for anxious, fearful, and reactive dogs during exams/treatment (using a slower, calming approach described in reviews). - End-of-life care/euthanasia support (mentioned in the context of a dog with a long-term condition). ## People - **Daniel (vet)**: Mentioned by multiple reviewers. Owners describe him as discussing treatment options in full, welcoming owner input, and providing supportive care during a dog’s illness and at end of life. - **Ben (vet)**: Credited with gaining the trust of a “very fearful rescue” dog to the point the dog approached him willingly. - **Unnamed vet and nurse (overnight emergency team)**: Described as acting quickly during a night-time rabbit emergency, with the rabbit kept in and cared for overnight. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 114 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - Repeated mention of being seen urgently outside normal daytime hours, including immediate attention on arrival for an allergic reaction. - Overnight hospitalisation/inpatient care is described in specific cases (rabbit and dog), with owners noting close monitoring and practical care. - Communication and shared decision-making: one cat owner describes treatment options being clearly explained, with the vet inviting their input. - Compassion in difficult situations, including end-of-life care described as calm and dignified. - Handling of nervous pets is a recurring point, including a reactive dog and a fearful rescue becoming comfortable with the vet.

## Summary Not stated whether this is an independent practice or part of a wider veterinary group. Based on recent reviews, the clinic is used for a mix of routine pet care and urgent problems, with owners describing access to emergency appointments (including a Boxing Day visit) and, in some cases, out-of-hours support and home visits. Specific treatments mentioned include lump removal surgery, investigation and surgery to remove a grass seed from a paw, and treatment for a urinary tract infection. Pricing is frequently described as “reasonable” by some owners, but one reviewer strongly disagrees and reports being asked for payment before treatment during an emergency visit. ## Services Services and scenarios explicitly mentioned in the latest reviews include: - **Surgery/procedures** - Lump removal - Surgical exploration of a paw to locate and remove a **grass seed** - **Urgent care** - Emergency appointment for **UTI** - Emergency visit after a puppy possibly ingested **diabetic tablets**, including an injection intended to make the puppy sick (as described by the reviewer) - **Care for different animals** - One long-term client mentions using the practice for **livestock and pets** - **Access arrangements mentioned by clients** - Some owners report being able to be seen **out of hours**, and that **home visits** were provided when needed (as described in a review) ## Pricing - One reviewer reports paying **£192** for an injection during an emergency visit involving suspected pill ingestion. - Other reviewers describe the practice as “reasonably priced,” but without giving specific figures. ## People - **Ian (vet)**: Mentioned repeatedly by name. Owners describe him taking time to explain why surgery was needed (grass-seed paw case), and some long-term clients say they have used him for many years across different animals. - **Reception team**: Several reviews call out receptionists as helpful—one person described being supported to register a blind, diabetic dog for peace of mind, and another mentioned the receptionist being “brilliant” during an emergency visit. - In contrast, a 1-star review describes feeling there was little kindness during an emergency and that payment was emphasized before treatment. ## Reviews **4.9 stars from 330 reviews.** The overall pattern is many long-term clients describing repeat use for both routine and urgent problems, with one detailed negative review focused on emergency handling and costs. **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - **Surgical and urgent cases are commonly mentioned**, including lump removal, UTI treatment, and an operation to remove a grass seed from a paw. - **Access in urgent situations**: multiple reviewers say they were seen quickly for emergencies, including out-of-hours/home-visit support in at least one account. - **Communication during decision-making**: an owner describes Ian explaining the need for an operation and taking time to talk it through. - **Pricing experience is mixed**: several owners say pricing is reasonable; one reviewer reports **£192** for an emergency injection and felt payment was prioritized before care. - **Customer service is mostly praised**, especially reception help, but one reviewer reports feeling unsupported and says there was no follow-up check-in afterward.

## Summary Priory Veterinary Practice Stamford Ltd describes itself as a **small, independently owned** practice (with two sites). Recent reviews repeatedly mention a **calm, structured environment** (including a **reception area separated for dogs and cats/other animals**) and vets who are willing to be **thorough at first presentation** (one owner describes **blood tests, a scan, and a health check on the first visit** for a second opinion). Owners also describe **support around operations** (including “minor operations” and an “operation” where the pet was “very well cared for”), and **bereavement support** (a sympathy card and “Forget Me Not” seeds after a pet died; a separate review describes euthanasia carried out at the owner’s home). ## Services - **General consultations and second opinions** (a second-opinion visit is specifically mentioned). - **Diagnostics** mentioned in reviews: - **Blood tests** - **Scan** (type not specified) - **Health check** - **Surgery/procedures** (described as “minor operations” and an “operation”; no procedure details given). - **Euthanasia**, including a review describing it being done **at the owner’s home**. - **Nervous-animal handling support** (owners mention staff trying to help nervous dogs feel safe). - **Cat/dog separation in reception** is specifically noted as part of the setup. ## People - **Olivia** (role not specified): mentioned as “especially helpful,” alongside a **staff nurse** (unnamed) and reception team. - **Vicky** (role not specified): thanked for long-term care of a pet. - **Tom and Emma** (roles not specified): named in a review describing them coming to the owner’s home to perform euthanasia. - Reception staff are repeatedly described as **welcoming and helpful**, including helping owners with **nervous dogs** and keeping the environment calm. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 233 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Thorough work-ups when owners are worried:** one review describes **blood tests, a scan and a health check at the first visit**. - **Support around procedures and operations:** multiple owners mention pets being well cared for during **minor operations/operations**, and owners themselves being reassured. - **Practical setup for calmer visits:** a “**light and clean**” reception area that’s **separated for dogs and cats/other animals** is noted. - **Kindness during end-of-life care:** owners mention compassionate handling of difficult outcomes, including a **card and memorial seeds**, and an account of **euthanasia at home**. - **Help with nervous pets:** an owner with a nervous dog says the team does their best to help the dog feel safe.

## Summary Allen, Briggs and Turner LLP describes itself as an independent, privately owned practice established for over 40 years, treating cats, dogs and other small animals. The website highlights in-house diagnostics and ward setup (digital x‑ray, ultrasound, in‑house lab, fully equipped dental suite, and a separate feline hospitalisation ward) and states it provides 24‑hour emergency care for already registered clients with its own vets and nurses on call. Reviews broadly reflect a practice that handles both routine care and more complex cases—one owner specifically mentions a referral for a broken leg and praises the surgeon—while a small number of recent reviews raise concerns about rushed appointments and communication (including a missed ear-mites diagnosis at an initial kitten check and a booster appointment described as abrupt). ## Services Based on the website and the latest reviews available to us, services and capabilities mentioned include: - Orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery (including a review referencing treatment after a dog broke a leg following referral). - Routine preventative healthcare (annual check-ups and boosters are referenced in reviews). - Vaccinations (including kennel cough vaccine mentioned in a review). - Neutering. - Pet supplies and medication dispensary. - Pet care advice. - Dental facilities: a “fully equipped dental suite” (specific dental procedures aren’t described in the reviews provided). - Diagnostic and inpatient facilities: digital x‑ray suite, ultrasound scanner, in‑house laboratory, separate feline hospitalisation ward. - Emergency care: the website states 24‑hour emergency care is available for already registered clients, with their own vets and nurses on call. - Veterinary Nurse Training facility (listed in the structured clinic data). - ISFM membership is stated on the website. ## Pricing - One reviewer reports paying **£70** for an annual check-up and booster/visit they felt was very brief and rushed. (No official price list is provided in the inputs.) ## People - **Cristina Lopes (veterinarian)**: one reviewer says she took her time, handled the patient confidently, and discussed a treatment plan rather than giving what they felt would have been an oversimplified diagnosis. - **Nigel (vet)**: one rabbit owner describes him as notably compassionate and knowledgeable, and says he looked after their Netherland Dwarf rabbit with great care. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.8 stars from 476 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Surgery/orthopaedics called out positively:** one owner whose dog broke a leg says they were referred in and describes a “brilliant surgeon.” - **Communication and bedside manner are inconsistent:** several recent reviews are short and strongly positive, but two 1‑star reviews describe missed issues (ear mites at a kitten health check) and an appointment that felt rushed, with little reassurance and an abrasive/unprofessional manner. - **End‑of‑life support mentioned:** one review describes a pet’s death shortly after a vet was called out, and thanks the practice for keeping it “no stress.” - **Appointment flow/clinic setup:** one reviewer says they were seen on time; they also note they would have preferred separate dog/cat waiting areas and chose to wait in the car until called.

## Summary Holbeach Veterinary Clinic is part of the South Lincs Vets group (as reflected in its website). It’s set up for both routine care and more involved cases, with owners describing detailed treatment planning, in-clinic procedures (including neutering and other operations), and ongoing management of eye conditions. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Decision-relevant specifics owners mention include: - Extra time spent on trust-building for very nervous dogs, including not rushing appointments and taking concerns seriously. - Allowing an owner to stay with a dog as she went to sleep for an operation, and to be with her again in a private room immediately on waking. - Managing eye problems over time (including a hereditary eye issue) with owners reporting improving sight. - 24-hour emergency care being available via another branch, with access to medical histories (as described by one reviewer). ## Services Services and capabilities mentioned in the available information and reviews include: - Veterinary nurse training facility (listed service). - Surgery/operations (including a dog operation; cat neutering described). - Eye assessments and treatment (concerns about an eye; ongoing care for a hereditary eye problem). - Diagnostic testing (blood test mentioned). - Ear treatment (ear spray prescribed/dispensed). - Treatment plans with “future options” discussed and explained. - Prescriptions provided on request (one reviewer notes it can be cheaper to take a prescription elsewhere). - Pet care plan(s) (monthly plan referenced). - 24-hour emergency care available via another branch (per one review). ## Pricing Pricing comments are mixed and include specific figures: - One reviewer says the cheapest pet care plan they were offered for a cat and dog was “almost £50 a month.” - One reviewer reports a visit costing “over £240” for a blood test and an ear spray. - Another reviewer says they found prices similar to their previous vet, despite having read that it can be “pricey.” - Medication pricing is described by one reviewer as “seriously overpriced,” and they say it was cheaper to take a prescription. ## People Named team members mentioned in reviews: - **Ashley and Nancy**: praised for taking time to explain options and treatment courses for elderly pets, and for not advising treatments unless they feel they’re necessary (as perceived by the owner). More generally, reviewers repeatedly describe: - Vets taking time to listen to the full history, examining pets patiently, and providing thorough explanations of plans and options. - Reception and nursing staff accommodating nervous pets and helping owners feel less rushed, including facilitating a calmer surgical handover/recovery experience (private room; owner present at key moments). ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.8 stars from 315 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - Clear communication: owners mention being listened to, having history taken carefully, and receiving detailed treatment plans and future options. - Nervous-pet handling: trust-building is a recurring theme, including significant progress reported for a fearful dog over time. - Procedures and outcomes: owners reference operations (including neutering) and ongoing eye-condition management, with some reporting noticeable improvement. - Cost: several reviews are very positive about care, but at least one raises strong concerns about expense (monthly plan, medication pricing, and a visit costing over £240), while another says pricing felt comparable to their previous practice.