Medivet Wickford

Services

• •Consultations and routine care: 15-minute consultations, with owners also mentioning online booking, vaccinations, and health checks.
• •Diagnostics and facilities: In-house laboratory, ultrasound, and X-rays. Reviews also mention pets being taken for a scan, with owners kept updated during the process.
• •Preventive care: Vaccinations, parasite care, and microchipping.
• •Surgery and clinical treatment: Neutering and dentistry, with reviews referring to examinations, medication, and ongoing care for issues including bladder problems.
• •Nursing support: Nurse clinics; owners also mention help with claw clipping and supportive handling during visits.
• •Additional services: Acupuncture and home visits.
• •Out-of-hours care: Provided by Medivet 24 Hour Southend. The clinic lists an out-of-hours consultation fee of £130, with no charge for assessment by phone.
• •Other practical support: The practice asks clients to return unused medications for safe disposal and is listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.

Pricing

A very limited amount of published pricing suggests the clinic may sit above average, but this is based on very few comparable services. The clinic publishes an out-of-hours consultation fee of £130 and says out-of-hours phone assessment is free.

People

• •Susanne Schoch – named on the clinic website as the partner and Veterinary Surgeon leading the practice.
• •Rita – warmly praised in multiple reviews for compassionate, gentle care, clear communication, and support with cases including scans and bladder issues.
• •Mollie – mentioned positively for helping with a pet during a scan.
• •Chloe – named on reception in a review.
• •Nursing and reception teams – frequently described as friendly, helpful, and caring, with reviews also highlighting support from the nurses during routine visits and ongoing care.
• •Reviews also repeatedly praise Susie/Susi/Suzie for long-term, trusted care.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.8 stars from 275 reviews.

• •Owners repeatedly describe the team as friendly, caring, and professional, with several saying the practice feels especially personal and compassionate.
• •There is strong praise for how staff handle anxious or nervous pets, with examples of gentle treatment, stress-conscious visits, and pets being made to feel safe.
• •Reviews often mention clear communication and choice, including being kept informed during scans and being offered three treatment options rather than a single plan.
• •Several reviewers highlight continuity and trust, including long-term clients who have stayed with the practice for many years and owners who continue using it even after moving away.