Haven Veterinary Practice – Vets in Walton On The Naze
Clinic Overview
- Owners repeatedly praise the team for being kind, friendly, and easy to talk to, with staff taking time to answer questions clearly. - Several reviews describe prompt, well-organised treatment, including surgery for cancer-related conditions and good follow-up communication. - The practice is often commended for its calm handling of anxious dogs, with examples of quieter appointments, outdoor examination first, and low-stress care.
Haven Veterinary Practice in Walton-on-the-Naze is a Tier II accredited clinic under the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme. Consultations are by appointment only, and the practice website notes disabled access and off-road parking. Recent owner feedback most often highlights prompt surgical care, clear communication, and thoughtful handling of nervous or reactive dogs.
Services
- •Consultations by appointment for routine and medical concerns.
- •Surgery, with recent owner examples including removal of a malignant dew claw tumour with digit amputation, and a skin cancer operation arranged within a few days of diagnosis.
- •Support for nervous or reactive dogs, including quieter evening visits, examining a dog outside before moving indoors, and low-restraint, treat-based handling.
- •Vaccinations, including helping fit a pet in close to deadline.
- •Facilities noted on the practice website include disabled access and off-road parking.
Pricing
Published prices suggest the clinic sits above average, based on a partial sample of comparable services.
People
- •Dr Niel Smith – named by owners in connection with surgery, including a successful skin cancer operation.
- •Leanne – described as a nurse and praised for being knowledgeable, caring, and helpful with vaccination appointments.
- •Evie – mentioned positively for working calmly with a very nervous rescue dog and helping treat him with minimal stress.
- •Kelcy – named by one owner as a friendly member of the team.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.7/5 from 115 reviews. Recent written feedback is very positive overall.
- •Owners repeatedly praise the team for being kind, friendly, and easy to talk to, with staff taking time to answer questions clearly.
- •Several reviews describe prompt, well-organised treatment, including surgery for cancer-related conditions and good follow-up communication.
- •The practice is often commended for its calm handling of anxious dogs, with examples of quieter appointments, outdoor examination first, and low-stress care.
- •Owners also mention a clean clinic environment and positive experiences with reception, nursing, and vet teams.
