Featured Clinic Overview
## Summary Linkswood Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent small-animal practice. Recent reviews suggest the team handles a mix of orthopaedic surgery and long-term case management, alongside day-to-day consultations. Owners repeatedly mention being fitted in at short notice, getting clear explanations during consults, and receiving support before, during and after major procedures—one owner specifically thanks the team for months of care around a dog’s TPLO surgery. Several reviews also highlight help during end-of-life appointments and the return of ashes being handled quickly. ## Services - Small-animal veterinary care (described by the practice and reflected in reviews about dogs and cats being treated over many years). - Orthopaedic surgery: TPLO surgery is specifically mentioned, with owners describing support before/during/after the operation. - Consultations and check-ups: owners mention an initial check-up and a follow-up consultation with “great explanations and information.” - Treatment of illness/injury: reviews reference management of issues “from a car accident to minor infections.” - End-of-life care and aftercare: multiple owners describe compassionate support at euthanasia and confirm ashes were returned quickly. - Veterinary Nurse Training facility (listed in the clinic data). ## People - Robert (owner): described in reviews as the owner and as a vet that pets “absolutely adore”; one owner specifically notes he is “so good” with an anxious dog. - Jonathan: thanked by name alongside “the lovely nurses” for a dog’s TPLO surgery and for being “always to hand for advice.” - Reception team: described as “kind and efficient,” and one owner mentions being fitted in at short notice. ## Reviews 5.0 stars from 373 reviews. Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Major surgery support: detailed praise for care “before, during and after” a TPLO, plus availability for advice. - Short-notice appointments: one owner says they were fitted in quickly. - Clear communication in consults: owners mention strong explanations and information during appointments. - Handling difficult moments: multiple reviews focus on empathy around euthanasia and the practical follow-up of returning ashes promptly. - Value comparisons: one reviewer says it was “better value” than other practices they’d tried and recommends using the clinic for a second opinion.
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All Paws Vets describes itself as an independent clinic and a cashless practice, with a “state of the art hospital” setup including in-house lab testing, digital X‑rays, ultrasound and echocardiography. The website also states the team is comfortable seeing exotics (small mammals, reptiles and birds) and holds certificates in advanced surgery. From the latest reviews available, owners repeatedly mention vets who take time to listen and explain options/costs, and several describe active follow-up (including a vet checking in over weeks). Specific recent cases mentioned include being seen as an emergency even before registration, and surgery to remove an eye growth (with spaying done at the same time). Owners of anxious or fearful dogs also describe not being rushed and feeling supported during appointments.
All Paws Vets describes itself as an independent clinic and a cashless practice, with a “state of the art hospital” setup including in-house lab testing, digital X‑rays, ultrasound and echocardiography. The website also states the team is comfortable seeing exotics (small mammals, reptiles and birds) and holds certificates in advanced surgery. From the latest reviews available, owners repeatedly mention vets who take time to listen and explain options/costs, and several describe active follow-up (including a vet checking in over weeks). Specific recent cases mentioned include being seen as an emergency even before registration, and surgery to remove an eye growth (with spaying done at the same time). Owners of anxious or fearful dogs also describe not being rushed and feeling supported during appointments.
ASL Vets is described on its website as a general veterinary clinic offering core diagnostics and preventive care, including dental procedures, ultrasound, blood tests, and vaccinations. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention being seen promptly, being able to get advice and medication for injuries, and having access to out-of-hours support (including a case where the vet talked through options and agreed home monitoring rather than pushing an emergency consult). Several reviewers also highlight practical communication tools, including a WhatsApp chat function.
ASL Vets is described on its website as a general veterinary clinic offering core diagnostics and preventive care, including dental procedures, ultrasound, blood tests, and vaccinations. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention being seen promptly, being able to get advice and medication for injuries, and having access to out-of-hours support (including a case where the vet talked through options and agreed home monitoring rather than pushing an emergency consult). Several reviewers also highlight practical communication tools, including a WhatsApp chat function.
Medivet Hockley is part of the Medivet group and is led (per the clinic website) by veterinary surgeon Nik Kwint. The practice advertises a broad in‑house setup (including an in‑house laboratory, X‑rays, ultrasound, and an orthopaedic theatre) alongside routine and referral-style diagnostics such as ECG and endoscopy. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention being seen at short notice for illness worries, getting reassurance after an exam, and staff showing empathy during difficult visits (one reviewer references having a pet “sent upstairs”).
Medivet Hockley is part of the Medivet group and is led (per the clinic website) by veterinary surgeon Nik Kwint. The practice advertises a broad in‑house setup (including an in‑house laboratory, X‑rays, ultrasound, and an orthopaedic theatre) alongside routine and referral-style diagnostics such as ECG and endoscopy. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention being seen at short notice for illness worries, getting reassurance after an exam, and staff showing empathy during difficult visits (one reviewer references having a pet “sent upstairs”).
Medivet Danbury is part of the Medivet group and is led by partner and Veterinary Surgeon Koot Kruger. The practice appears set up for both routine care and more involved diagnostics on-site, with equipment and services listed such as X-rays, ultrasound, ECG and an in-house laboratory. Reviews also point to breadth beyond cats and dogs: one owner describes seeing a vet “specialising in exotics” for a gecko, with clear explanations and options given (home nursing vs hospitalisation). Another recent review describes the team stabilising an injured baby badger, providing pain relief and not charging.
Medivet Danbury is part of the Medivet group and is led by partner and Veterinary Surgeon Koot Kruger. The practice appears set up for both routine care and more involved diagnostics on-site, with equipment and services listed such as X-rays, ultrasound, ECG and an in-house laboratory. Reviews also point to breadth beyond cats and dogs: one owner describes seeing a vet “specialising in exotics” for a gecko, with clear explanations and options given (home nursing vs hospitalisation). Another recent review describes the team stabilising an injured baby badger, providing pain relief and not charging.
Medivet Laindon
Basildon
Our Score (91/100)
Medivet Laindon is part of the Medivet group (a chain practice) and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. The practice advertises access to around-the-clock emergency care via Medivet’s network of 24-hour centres, with an overnight emergency consultation fee of £130 (for consultations between 7pm and 9am). From the latest reviews, owners most often describe a calm, relaxed-feeling practice where vets listen and explain options, including pros/cons and costs. Surgical care is mentioned multiple times (including repeat surgeries for one cat and a dog’s operation), as well as longer-term management for mobility/joint pain (one owner reporting a marked improvement after 6 months on Librela). There is also a clear note of disagreement in the reviews: one owner reports a misdiagnosis and feeling not listened to, and raises concerns about pricing.
Medivet Laindon is part of the Medivet group (a chain practice) and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. The practice advertises access to around-the-clock emergency care via Medivet’s network of 24-hour centres, with an overnight emergency consultation fee of £130 (for consultations between 7pm and 9am). From the latest reviews, owners most often describe a calm, relaxed-feeling practice where vets listen and explain options, including pros/cons and costs. Surgical care is mentioned multiple times (including repeat surgeries for one cat and a dog’s operation), as well as longer-term management for mobility/joint pain (one owner reporting a marked improvement after 6 months on Librela). There is also a clear note of disagreement in the reviews: one owner reports a misdiagnosis and feeling not listened to, and raises concerns about pricing.
Medivet Wickford
Wickford
Our Score (91/100)
Medivet Wickford is part of the Medivet group and is led by partner and Veterinary Surgeon Susanne Schoch. The practice offers 15‑minute consultations, has in-house imaging (ultrasound and X‑rays) plus an in-house laboratory, and treats a range of species including cats, dogs, rabbits, poultry and small mammals. Recent reviews repeatedly describe staff taking time with nervous pets (including offering multiple treatment options rather than a single plan), keeping owners fully updated during investigations like scans, and accommodating extra visits to reduce a pet’s stress.
Medivet Wickford is part of the Medivet group and is led by partner and Veterinary Surgeon Susanne Schoch. The practice offers 15‑minute consultations, has in-house imaging (ultrasound and X‑rays) plus an in-house laboratory, and treats a range of species including cats, dogs, rabbits, poultry and small mammals. Recent reviews repeatedly describe staff taking time with nervous pets (including offering multiple treatment options rather than a single plan), keeping owners fully updated during investigations like scans, and accommodating extra visits to reduce a pet’s stress.
Our Score (90/100)
Brookend Veterinary Practice Ltd is an independent clinic that became employee-owned in 2025, and the website emphasises continuity of care (being able to “see the same people and build a real relationship”). Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine healthcare (vaccinations, neutering, microchipping) as well as more involved medical and surgical work—owners describe diagnostics such as X‑rays and procedures including spaying, dental extraction, and treatment for ongoing stomach issues. Reviews also give examples of urgent access when needed (a cat “seen… immediately” after an emergency call) and ongoing management for chronic problems (including feline diabetes and rabbits with health issues).
Brookend Veterinary Practice Ltd is an independent clinic that became employee-owned in 2025, and the website emphasises continuity of care (being able to “see the same people and build a real relationship”). Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine healthcare (vaccinations, neutering, microchipping) as well as more involved medical and surgical work—owners describe diagnostics such as X‑rays and procedures including spaying, dental extraction, and treatment for ongoing stomach issues. Reviews also give examples of urgent access when needed (a cat “seen… immediately” after an emergency call) and ongoing management for chronic problems (including feline diabetes and rabbits with health issues).
Bishop's Stortford Veterinary Hospital
Bishops Stortford
Our Score (90/100)
Bishop's Stortford Veterinary Hospital is an independent practice (“proudly independent since 1878”) with veterinary hospital status (achieved in 1985). It’s set up for small animals, with a stated emphasis on investing in equipment and staff training, and it runs its own 24-hour emergency service with an in-house duty vet and nurse. From the latest written feedback available, one owner describes returning years later with an older cat and receiving “kindness and compassion” alongside sustained effort and attention during an upsetting situation.
Bishop's Stortford Veterinary Hospital is an independent practice (“proudly independent since 1878”) with veterinary hospital status (achieved in 1985). It’s set up for small animals, with a stated emphasis on investing in equipment and staff training, and it runs its own 24-hour emergency service with an in-house duty vet and nurse. From the latest written feedback available, one owner describes returning years later with an older cat and receiving “kindness and compassion” alongside sustained effort and attention during an upsetting situation.
Medivet South Woodham Ferrers
Chelmsford
Our Score (90/100)
Medivet South Woodham Ferrers is part of the Medivet group and is led (per the clinic website) by Veterinary Surgeon Oliver Smith. The practice offers 15‑minute consultations, has on‑site X‑rays and an in‑house laboratory, and is set up for routine care as well as surgical referrals including orthopaedic and ophthalmic surgery. Reviewers describe practical accommodations for anxious or reactive pets, including being able to book an end‑of‑clinic appointment for a dog-reactive dog, and mention a layout with separate waiting areas (cats vs dogs, and a spot to sit with small animals away from dogs). Online booking is specifically mentioned in reviews.
Medivet South Woodham Ferrers is part of the Medivet group and is led (per the clinic website) by Veterinary Surgeon Oliver Smith. The practice offers 15‑minute consultations, has on‑site X‑rays and an in‑house laboratory, and is set up for routine care as well as surgical referrals including orthopaedic and ophthalmic surgery. Reviewers describe practical accommodations for anxious or reactive pets, including being able to book an end‑of‑clinic appointment for a dog-reactive dog, and mention a layout with separate waiting areas (cats vs dogs, and a spot to sit with small animals away from dogs). Online booking is specifically mentioned in reviews.