Emergency Vets in Oxfordshire

Larkmead Veterinary Group Ltd describes itself as an independent practice providing 24/7 emergency cover and care for pets as well as farm animals, pigs and equines. Recent reviews add some practical detail on what that looks like day-to-day: owners mention surgery with follow-up checks, support through end-of-life care, and help for anxious pets via confidence classes. One review also specifically highlights an avian vet (Dan) treating a cockatiel with a deformed beak.

Cogges Veterinary Surgery is an RCVS-accredited practice established in 1993. It also operates a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews repeatedly describe practical, decision-relevant behaviours: offering urgent appointments when owners are worried (for example, a cat with FeLV who had stopped eating), talking through options without pushing “expensive” products or procedures, and keeping owners informed about costs and choices. Owners also mention thorough health checks that are explained as they happen, plus supportive handling of end-of-life visits.

Bicester Vets describes itself as an independent, privately owned practice and offers a 24-hour emergency service. Reviews give multiple examples of urgent care being handled quickly (one owner reports being seen within 10 minutes after an accident, with their dog kept in for observation and collected later the same day) and ongoing support for complex/senior cases (including emergency appointments at night). Owners also mention practical end-of-life options, including a home-visit euthanasia arranged with a chosen vet, described as calm and family-centred. One recent review strongly disagrees on cost and clinical approach, alleging high prices, over-medication, and poor transparency around lab results.

Larkmead Veterinary Group Ltd describes itself as an independent practice, though one reviewer refers to it as a “chain of vets” (the inputs conflict on ownership/structure). Based on the website and reviews, it’s set up to handle a wide mix of species (small animals, farm animals, pigs and equine) with 24/7 emergency cover stated by the clinic. Decision-relevant specifics owners mention include: - Emergency appointment within an hour for post-operative care after a C‑section (review). - A vet asking a colleague for advice during a rabbit assessment, with treatment that “worked really well” (review). - A named vet, Chris, described as a “diagnostic surgeon” by a long-term client (review). - Staff making visits less stressful with treats and calm handling, including time for “cuddles and attention” during a non-clinical visit (reviews).

Hook Norton Veterinary Group is an independent practice that treats small animals, horses and farm animals, and states it provides a 24-hour emergency service staffed by its own vets. Recent reviews describe the clinic handling both routine and complex cases, including dental surgery in an older dog (19 teeth removed after pre-anaesthetic bloodwork and a recheck) and laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery for Ovarian Remnant Syndrome in a cat, carried out by a vet described as specialising in endoscopy. Owners also mention emergency surgery for an injured dog, and regular nurse updates while pets are hospitalised.

Medivet Faringdon Danetree Vets is part of the Medivet group. The practice offers routine care (vaccinations, parasite control) alongside in-practice diagnostics (X‑rays, ultrasound, ECG and an in-house lab), and it treats cats, dogs, small mammals and exotics. Out-of-hours care is handled by Medivet 24 Hour Woodstock, with an out-of-hours consult fee listed on the website and “no charge for assessment by phone.” Review examples include getting seen at short notice, an emergency-style case where an avocado pit was vomited up (avoiding surgery), and a vet removing grass seeds from a dog’s ear without immediately opting for sedation.

Medivet Abingdon - Fraser Vet Surgery is part of the Medivet group. Based on the information available, it’s set up for routine appointments (for example annual vaccinations are mentioned) and can arrange overnight emergency care via one of Medivet’s 24-hour centres. Recent reviews repeatedly describe a calm, low-stress feel in the building (clear seating areas, “never once felt crowded”) and a team that takes time with anxious animals—examples include a husky with prior vet trauma and a cat that usually spits and scratches being managed with patience and treats. Owners also describe notably compassionate support during end-of-life care, including a vet named “Allaway” being “understanding and compassionate” when saying goodbye to an elderly dog.

Court Vets is a long-running small-animal practice (one reviewer notes it has been their vet since it was previously known as “Robert Elliott’s”). The practice is set up for both routine care and more serious medical/surgical cases, with emergency veterinary services listed in the clinic data. In recent reviews, owners describe: - Surgery for pyometra with a “brilliant” recovery, after the condition was explained and treatment options discussed. - Long-term condition support, including guidance through IVDD flare-ups and starting heart medication that helped stabilise a dog with heart disease. - End-of-life care, with a peaceful euthanasia experience described as calm and compassionate. - Low-stress handling, including being gentle with a timid cat and helping a nervous puppy through vaccinations with treats.

Elms Veterinary Surgery offers routine and diagnostic care for multiple small-pet species (dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, mice) and describes a “custom-built” clinic setup with an operating theatre plus in-house diagnostics (radiography, ultrasound, ECG recording, blood pressure monitoring) and dental equipment. The website also provides an emergency advice page. Review signals are mostly positive—owners often describe efficient, friendly care and good advice over years of use—but there is a conflicting report describing a rude reception experience, a brusque vet, a dog becoming fearful after a visit, and feeling overcharged.