Hunt and Harris Veterinary Surgery – Vets in Hockley
Clinic Overview
Hunt and Harris Veterinary Surgery is a small practice (no corporate group stated in the available information) that owners describe using for cats, dogs, and small pets including guinea pigs. Reviews repeatedly mention vet Simon for quick, confident diagnosis and for handling anxious or “difficult” animals calmly (including a rescue cat who hates the carrier). Owners also describe good communication during inpatient stays—one mentions being kept updated throughout and receiving a photo of their guinea pig while it was unwell—and the front-desk/booking support (named Louise) helping get appointments arranged quickly. A grooming service is also mentioned as “friendly and efficient.”
Services
- •Veterinary consultations and diagnosis (e.g., “diagnosed her quickly” for a cat).
- •Care for cats and dogs, plus small mammals (guinea pig inpatient stay described).
- •Inpatient/hospital stay care with updates to owners (including a photo sent during a guinea pig’s stay, per review).
- •Grooming (described as friendly and efficient).
People
- •Simon (vet): Mentioned across multiple reviews for explaining options and giving advice, diagnosing quickly, listening to concerns, and examining pets in a way that owners felt did not distress them (cats and dogs specifically mentioned). Also described as patient with a difficult rescue cat.
- •Louise (booking/support): Credited with picking up concerns quickly and liaising to get an appointment booked “ASAP.”
Reviews
Google rating: 4.9 stars from 47 reviews. “”
- •Owners repeatedly mention clear explanations and listening, including reassurance after previous disappointing experiences elsewhere.
- •Calm handling of nervous pets is a recurring point (cats not appearing distressed after exams; patience with a difficult rescue cat).
- •Communication during inpatient care is highlighted (updates throughout a stay and a photo sent of a guinea pig).
- •Grooming is specifically praised as friendly and efficient.
Animals Treated at Hunt and Harris Veterinary Surgery
Animals We Treat
Companion Animals
Opening Hours – Hunt and Harris Veterinary Surgery
Opening Hours
Hours
Reviews for Hunt and Harris Veterinary Surgery
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 47 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
David Mills
6 months ago
We have only used the Grooming service so far which was friendly and efficient.
Rebecca Mitchell
7 months ago
Took one of my cats today and the service was amazing. Very knowledgeable and diagnosed her quickly. I have never seen my girl so comfortable with a new stranger ever, I think she knows they were the best. I cannot thank Simon enough for today.
Rebecca Mitchell
4 months ago
Took one of my cats today and the service was amazing. Very knowledgeable and diagnosed her quickly. I have never seen my girl so comfortable with a new stranger ever, I think she knows they were the best. I cannot thank Simon enough for today.
Michelle Meads
6 months ago
I took my cat to Hunt & Harris after a very disappointing visit to Vets 4 Pets Beckton. Simon was a very knowledgeable and caring vet, very friendly and listened well and put my mind at rest. He made me feel at ease and my cat was not distressed after being examined. He is a true asset to the team. Also thank you to Louise for picking up my concerns very quickly and liaising with Simon to get me booked in ASAP. Brilliant team can't thank them enough 🥰
Michelle Meads
8 months ago
I took my cat to Hunt & Harris after a very disappointing visit to Vets 4 Pets Beckton. Simon was a very knowledgeable and caring vet, very friendly and listened well and put my mind at rest. He made me feel at ease and my cat was not distressed after being examined. He is a true asset to the team. Also thank you to Louise for picking up my concerns very quickly and liaising with Simon to get me booked in ASAP. Brilliant team can't thank them enough 🥰
Stuart Wilson
9 months ago
Maria McDonagh
8 months ago
A fabulous practice with kind , friendly and knowledgeable vets. The care of their furry patients and their owners at the forefront of the business. I was kept well informed during the whole of my pets stay and the photo sent of our poorly guinea pig during his stay meant the world to my daughter. Cannot thank Simon enough. Would highly recommend this practice to everyone!
Maria McDonagh
11 months ago
A fabulous practice with kind , friendly and knowledgeable vets. The care of their furry patients and their owners at the forefront of the business. I was kept well informed during the whole of my pets stay and the photo sent of our poorly guinea pig during his stay meant the world to my daughter. Cannot thank Simon enough. Would highly recommend this practice to everyone!
Claire MacPherson
a year ago
Simon is just the most caring and wonderful vet and I wouldn’t take my dog anywhere else now. No question is to small and he is always happy to listen to your concerns and worries and gives excellent help and advice. Highly recommended for all your pets needs.
Gill Newman
2 years ago
Simon was recommended to me by a friend as I was not entirely happy with another practice. I have a difficult rescue cat who hates the cat box so touch and go as to whether I can get him in there. Simon was very accommodating with appointment time. Fortunately I got him there and Simon was very patient with him, and me and I was happy with his recommendations for sorting out the problems my cat has. Hopefully will not need to go back too often but will definitely be going back when his boosters are due.
