Sleaford Vets – Vets in Sleaford
Clinic Overview
Sleaford Vets describes itself as an independent small-animal practice in Sleaford that has been established for over 30 years. The practice says it provides 24-hour emergency care and is a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback continues to show a clinic handling both routine and urgent cases, with especially strong comments about kindness, clear explanations and support during stressful or emotional appointments.
Services
- •Small-animal veterinary care for routine appointments and more urgent problems. Recent reviews mention kitten care, cat check-ups, and next-day appointments.
- •24-hour emergency care, as stated by the practice. Reviews also describe pets being seen quickly for urgent concerns including heavy bleeding and sudden illness.
- •Surgery and anaesthetic procedures, including spaying and dental treatment. Recent examples include a cat having a painful tooth treated surgically and a reactive rescue dog being spayed, with extra checks carried out while under anaesthetic.
- •Diagnostics, treatment planning and follow-up, with reviews mentioning blood tests, discussion of treatment options, medication changes and follow-up arrangements.
- •End-of-life care, with earlier feedback highlighting compassionate euthanasia support for elderly or seriously ill pets.
- •The practice website also points to pre-op and post-op care information for cats, dogs, rabbits and small furries, plus post-op dental care, kitten and puppy health guides, flea control, home visits, insurance and discount packages.
Pricing
A very limited amount of published pricing suggests the clinic may sit below average on price, but this is based on very few comparable services. Review comments on cost are mixed: one recent owner described the practice as reasonably priced, while another felt it was expensive and was unhappy with the outcome of treatment and a pricing misunderstanding at reception.
People
- •Lawrence (vet): thanked by name in a recent review for a friendly first visit.
- •Claire (vet): praised for spaying a reactive rescue dog, explaining procedures clearly, and being described by one reviewer as “a good vet.”
- •Lynn (receptionist): previously thanked by name for compassionate support during a euthanasia appointment.
- •Cody (reception, according to one review): named in a complaint about incorrect details, pricing confusion and an unfriendly manner.
- •The wider team is often described as kind, patient and professional, with positive mentions for both clinical staff and nurses.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.6/5 from 59 reviews.
- •Many reviewers describe a warm, caring team that handles pets gently and supports owners well, including nervous first visits and routine check-ups.
- •Communication is a consistent strength in positive feedback, with owners mentioning clear explanations, time to discuss options, and thoughtful follow-up after surgery.
- •Recent reviews include praise for urgent access and practical care, such as next-day appointments, dental treatment, spays and help with unwell pets.
- •Negative comments focus mainly on reception and administration, including rudeness, insurance handling, incorrect details and frustration around pricing or appointment organisation.
