Featured Clinic Overview
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.
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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.
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.
Hook Norton Veterinary Group is a proudly independent veterinary practice providing small animal, equine, and farm care, with a 24-hour emergency service run by their own vets. Recent reviews point to a clinic geared for both routine and complex cases: owners describe emergency surgery for an injured dog, hospitalisation with regular nurse updates, and advanced minimally invasive procedures—including laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery carried out by a vet described as specialising in endoscopy. Practical touches mentioned include clear explanations before surgery, prescriptions being prepared for collection, and reception staff handling enquiries calmly and efficiently.
Hook Norton Veterinary Group is a proudly independent veterinary practice providing small animal, equine, and farm care, with a 24-hour emergency service run by their own vets. Recent reviews point to a clinic geared for both routine and complex cases: owners describe emergency surgery for an injured dog, hospitalisation with regular nurse updates, and advanced minimally invasive procedures—including laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery carried out by a vet described as specialising in endoscopy. Practical touches mentioned include clear explanations before surgery, prescriptions being prepared for collection, and reception staff handling enquiries calmly and efficiently.
Medivet Wheatley
Wheatley
Our Score (88/100)
Medivet Wheatley is part of the Medivet group and is managed by partner Veterinary Surgeon Katrin Magorrian. The practice offers 15‑minute consultations, has in‑house diagnostics (laboratory, ultrasound, X‑rays), and is set up for both routine care and investigations (reviews mention scans and follow‑up discussions of results). Owners also describe the team being ready on arrival for urgent issues (for example, a dog brought in after an attack had wounds checked, cleaned and treated promptly), and spending time on guidance (a puppy health check included practical advice on health and training, including advice for children on how to behave around the puppy).
Medivet Wheatley is part of the Medivet group and is managed by partner Veterinary Surgeon Katrin Magorrian. The practice offers 15‑minute consultations, has in‑house diagnostics (laboratory, ultrasound, X‑rays), and is set up for both routine care and investigations (reviews mention scans and follow‑up discussions of results). Owners also describe the team being ready on arrival for urgent issues (for example, a dog brought in after an attack had wounds checked, cleaned and treated promptly), and spending time on guidance (a puppy health check included practical advice on health and training, including advice for children on how to behave around the puppy).
Our Score (83/100)
Emergency care (as stated on the website)
- •Out-of-hours emergency care is provided by Abingdon Veterinary Surgery.
Emergency care (as stated on the website)
- •Out-of-hours emergency care is provided by Abingdon Veterinary Surgery.
Henley Mobile Veterinary Service
Henley On Thames
Our Score (82/100)
Henley Mobile Veterinary Service focuses on veterinary care delivered through home visits and Skype consultations, with a stated interest in zoological medicine and exotic pets. The website also references “new therapies for pets” and names Chris Furley as a recognised specialist in zoological medicine (with extensive experience with exotics). In the latest reviews, owners most often describe long-term continuity of care, clear explanations during appointments, and follow-up contact after pets are unwell.
Henley Mobile Veterinary Service focuses on veterinary care delivered through home visits and Skype consultations, with a stated interest in zoological medicine and exotic pets. The website also references “new therapies for pets” and names Chris Furley as a recognised specialist in zoological medicine (with extensive experience with exotics). In the latest reviews, owners most often describe long-term continuity of care, clear explanations during appointments, and follow-up contact after pets are unwell.
Our Score (81/100)
NorCal Veterinary Services Ltd is an independent veterinary practice (states it has been independent since 2010) that appears primarily set up for farm and smallholding animals—including cattle (dairy/beef/suckler), sheep, game & poultry, and an AI service listed on its website. Recent reviews also describe the team taking urgent cases for smaller animals when needed, including a chicken seen within an hour despite not being registered, and emergency support for a dog.
NorCal Veterinary Services Ltd is an independent veterinary practice (states it has been independent since 2010) that appears primarily set up for farm and smallholding animals—including cattle (dairy/beef/suckler), sheep, game & poultry, and an AI service listed on its website. Recent reviews also describe the team taking urgent cases for smaller animals when needed, including a chicken seen within an hour despite not being registered, and emergency support for a dog.
West Bar Veterinary Hospital
Banbury
Our Score (80/100)
West Bar Veterinary Hospital describes itself as an independent, RCVS Accredited Veterinary Hospital (and a member of the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme), with 24/7 emergency care provided on-site by its own team. The website also references “keyhole surgery”, and lists in-house facilities including a laboratory and imaging, alongside medical, surgical and nursing capabilities.
West Bar Veterinary Hospital describes itself as an independent, RCVS Accredited Veterinary Hospital (and a member of the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme), with 24/7 emergency care provided on-site by its own team. The website also references “keyhole surgery”, and lists in-house facilities including a laboratory and imaging, alongside medical, surgical and nursing capabilities.
Larkmead Veterinary describes itself as an independent practice and, based on its website, is set up for both pet and large-animal work (small animals, farm animals, pigs and equines) with 24/7 emergency care for pets and large animals. In the latest reviews available to us, owners specifically mention knowledgeable vets and reception staff, and kind handling of cats, including help for an older cat. One reviewer also notes they “love the new location,” suggesting a recent move to new premises.
Larkmead Veterinary describes itself as an independent practice and, based on its website, is set up for both pet and large-animal work (small animals, farm animals, pigs and equines) with 24/7 emergency care for pets and large animals. In the latest reviews available to us, owners specifically mention knowledgeable vets and reception staff, and kind handling of cats, including help for an older cat. One reviewer also notes they “love the new location,” suggesting a recent move to new premises.
Our Score (70/100)
Avonvale Veterinary Practice Ltd describes itself as an independent, fully ambulatory equine practice, set up to handle a wide range of horse work on-yard as well as at its own facilities (it lists an in-house laboratory, overnight stabling, artificial insemination, and gastroscopy). The website also states it provides 24/7 emergency call-outs covered by its own equine vets.
Avonvale Veterinary Practice Ltd describes itself as an independent, fully ambulatory equine practice, set up to handle a wide range of horse work on-yard as well as at its own facilities (it lists an in-house laboratory, overnight stabling, artificial insemination, and gastroscopy). The website also states it provides 24/7 emergency call-outs covered by its own equine vets.