Heckington Vet Clinic

Heckington Vet Clinic appears to operate under the South Lincs Vets group (it’s listed on the South Lincs Vets website). From the reviews available, it seems set up for routine care plus prompt appointments for acute issues, with owners describing same-day access and calm handling for nervous pets.

Concrete examples mentioned include

• •Same-day urgent appointment after a morning call, with a cat diagnosed and sent home with medication.
• •Short-notice slots offered when a cancellation came up.
• •Ongoing management for longer-term problems such as an elderly cat with a thyroid condition, and a dog’s check-up including blood tests.
• •End-of-life care for a dog with a heart condition, described as careful and dignified.

Services

Services and capabilities explicitly referenced in the available information include

• •General consultations for cats and dogs (including routine check-ups).
• •Same-day/ASAP appointments mentioned in a recent review (subject to availability).
• •Diagnosis and prescription medication provided at an appointment.
• •Parasite control: flea treatment for a “feisty cat.”
• •Blood testing (bloods done during a dog check-up).
• •Care for ongoing conditions, including thyroid issues in a cat and a heart condition in a dog.
• •End-of-life care (described in detail by one owner).
• •Veterinary Nurse training facility (listed in the clinic data).

People

• •Mollie (vet): mentioned as looking after an elderly cat with thyroid problems, with the owner describing continued good care over time.
• •Rose: credited with making an appointment stress-free for a nervous rescue dog, including explaining everything step-by-step and staying calm and reassuring.
• •Leia (front desk): described as “firmly in charge,” alongside comments that reception/nursing staff are patient and accommodating, including arranging a short-notice cancelled appointment.

Reviews

4.8 stars from 142 reviews. The latest written reviews focus on access to appointments, how pets are handled in-clinic, and ongoing support for chronic and end-of-life cases. “”

• •Fast access when needed: one owner reports calling in the morning and being seen the same day, with diagnosis and meds provided.
• •Accommodating scheduling: cancelled appointments being offered at short notice is specifically mentioned.
• •Clear, step-by-step communication: one review highlights explanations throughout a consult, especially helpful for a nervous rescue dog.
• •Handling of challenging or anxious pets: examples include a “feisty” cat for flea treatment and a nervous dog made comfortable.
• •Support for complex and sensitive care: owners mention thyroid management, blood tests at check-ups, and notably detailed praise for heart-condition and end-of-life care.