Kirksvets

Kirksvets is an established veterinary clinic (the website states over 90 years of history). Ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the information provided. Based on the evidence available, they handle both cats and dogs and are set up for complex medical/surgical cases as well as routine consultations.

Concrete examples owners mention include

• •Major abdominal surgery: one review describes a dog having “12 inch” of intestine removed, with the vet (named Jane) “never [giving] up.”
• •Low-stress handling when pets are anxious: a vet reportedly came out to a car to examine a dog that refused to enter, aiming to keep the exam brief to avoid further distress.
• •Communication and pace: clients mention clinicians explaining what they’re doing during examinations and not making them feel rushed.
• •The clinic is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility (from the structured clinic data).

Services

Services and capabilities specifically referenced

• •Surgery/major procedures (intestinal resection described in a review).
• •Consultations/examinations for dogs and cats (multiple reviews reference both species).
• •Adjusted consultation approach for fearful or reluctant dogs (vet examining a dog at the car when it wouldn’t come inside).
• •Veterinary nurse training facility (explicitly listed in the clinic data).

Health plan mentioned on the website

• •Pet Health Club® Plus plan (the website text says consultations are included as part of this plan; no further inclusions or prices are provided).

People

• •Jane (vet; role inferred from context of performing/overseeing treatment): mentioned in connection with a difficult case involving intestinal surgery, with the owner stating she “worked hard… and never gave up.”
• •Reception team (not named): mentioned for practical help with a nervous dog (offering assistance getting the dog out of the car and passing the situation to the vet), and for being polite/courteous.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.7 stars from 202 reviews. “”

• •Complex care outcomes: a detailed account of extensive intestinal surgery with a strong recovery outcome reported by the owner.
• •Accommodating anxious pets: vet reportedly examined a dog at the car when the dog wouldn’t enter, keeping things as quick as possible to reduce upset; another owner notes a calm vet helped reduce reactivity.
• •Consultation experience: owners describe a calm atmosphere, patient explanations during exams, and not feeling hurried.
• •Front-desk interactions: receptionists are repeatedly described as understanding and helpful.
• •Practical note: one review explicitly mentions customer parking.