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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.
- •Staff manner and communication: repeated mentions of patient, professional, welcoming staff; clear explanations of treatments/medications. - Support for anxious animals: one detailed example describes staff helping a fearful dog become relaxed about appointments. - Pet health plan convenience: one reviewer says the associated plan makes health checks and vaccinations “really easy.”
- •Pricing concern (conflicting signal among otherwise very positive reviews): a reviewer complains about a £33 prescription fee for cat worming treatment, calling it “profiteering.”
- •Staff manner and communication: repeated mentions of patient, professional, welcoming staff; clear explanations of treatments/medications. - Support for anxious animals: one detailed example describes staff helping a fearful dog become relaxed about appointments. - Pet health plan convenience: one reviewer says the associated plan makes health checks and vaccinations “really easy.”
- •Pricing concern (conflicting signal among otherwise very positive reviews): a reviewer complains about a £33 prescription fee for cat worming treatment, calling it “profiteering.”
Iffley Vets, Oxford
Oxford
Our Score (79/100)
Iffley Vets describes itself as a “modern and progressive” practice and offers appointments across two surgeries (once registered at one, you can book at either). The website states out-of-hours emergencies are handled via a partner practice/24‑hour hospital arrangement, and home visits are available if necessary. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Iffley Vets describes itself as a “modern and progressive” practice and offers appointments across two surgeries (once registered at one, you can book at either). The website states out-of-hours emergencies are handled via a partner practice/24‑hour hospital arrangement, and home visits are available if necessary. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Beaumont Veterinary Clinic
Kidlington
Our Score (79/100)
From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe the team handling urgent situations (including staying late and performing what one owner called a “complicated procedure”), and being supportive during end-of-life care. One detailed negative review raises serious concerns about communication and consent around dental extractions, plus large differences between an initial estimate and the final bill, with the practice said to have acknowledged mistakes and adjusted the charges.
From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe the team handling urgent situations (including staying late and performing what one owner called a “complicated procedure”), and being supportive during end-of-life care. One detailed negative review raises serious concerns about communication and consent around dental extractions, plus large differences between an initial estimate and the final bill, with the practice said to have acknowledged mistakes and adjusted the charges.
- •Owners often mention changing to this practice for a second opinion or after a bad prior vet experience, and feeling reassured by the outcome. - Stress-aware handling comes up explicitly (e.g., taking time with a senior dog and focusing on reducing stress). - Practical access to care: one review says the practice keeps spare appointments for emergencies.
- •Owners often mention changing to this practice for a second opinion or after a bad prior vet experience, and feeling reassured by the outcome. - Stress-aware handling comes up explicitly (e.g., taking time with a senior dog and focusing on reducing stress). - Practical access to care: one review says the practice keeps spare appointments for emergencies.
HerpVet Services appears focused on exotic pet care, with multiple owners specifically mentioning reptiles (including bearded dragons). Reviews repeatedly describe thorough, unhurried examinations and detailed problem-solving rather than a “one-size-fits-all” approach. Owners also mention referral onward for surgery when needed and a follow-up condolence call after a pet was euthanised following a referral procedure.
HerpVet Services appears focused on exotic pet care, with multiple owners specifically mentioning reptiles (including bearded dragons). Reviews repeatedly describe thorough, unhurried examinations and detailed problem-solving rather than a “one-size-fits-all” approach. Owners also mention referral onward for surgery when needed and a follow-up condolence call after a pet was euthanised following a referral procedure.
Mansion Hill Veterinary Practice
Middleton Cheney
Our Score (78/100)
Mansion Hill Veterinary Practice is a small-animal clinic (dogs and cats are specifically mentioned) that offers emergency veterinary services and appears equipped for both routine care and more complex decision-making (e.g., imaging and ongoing comfort-focused treatment). Recent reviews include detailed praise for an emergency appointment where a dog with cancer was treated for vomiting and a persistent cough, including an X-ray performed while the dog was fully conscious (avoiding general anaesthetic) and medication changes with improvement reported within 24 hours. The practice is also described as offering “free cuddle appointments” with a nurse for an anxious dog (positive, non-treatment visits to build confidence).
Mansion Hill Veterinary Practice is a small-animal clinic (dogs and cats are specifically mentioned) that offers emergency veterinary services and appears equipped for both routine care and more complex decision-making (e.g., imaging and ongoing comfort-focused treatment). Recent reviews include detailed praise for an emergency appointment where a dog with cancer was treated for vomiting and a persistent cough, including an X-ray performed while the dog was fully conscious (avoiding general anaesthetic) and medication changes with improvement reported within 24 hours. The practice is also described as offering “free cuddle appointments” with a nurse for an anxious dog (positive, non-treatment visits to build confidence).
Abivale Veterinary Group
Didcot
Our Score (78/100)
Abivale Veterinary Group offers routine consultations (including via a Pet Health Club® Plus plan) and states it provides 24‑hour emergency care. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews most often describe a professional, reassuring experience, with specific mentions of being good with cats, a vet who took time to listen during consultations, and at least one appointment with an “exotics” vet for a hedgehog where the owner felt well-informed and not pressured into major decisions.
Abivale Veterinary Group offers routine consultations (including via a Pet Health Club® Plus plan) and states it provides 24‑hour emergency care. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews most often describe a professional, reassuring experience, with specific mentions of being good with cats, a vet who took time to listen during consultations, and at least one appointment with an “exotics” vet for a hedgehog where the owner felt well-informed and not pressured into major decisions.
Larkmead Veterinary Group Ltd describes itself as an independent veterinary clinic offering care across small animals as well as farm, pig and equine work, with 24/7 emergency cover (365 days a year) stated on its website. From the latest reviews available, owners most often mention calm, gentle handling during consultations (including first-time vet visits and nervous pets), and clear, reassuring explanations. Specific examples referenced include a health check for a cat, a consultation for a sore paw, and support during a difficult visit involving the loss of a dog, with the vet reported as “gentle and comforting.”
Larkmead Veterinary Group Ltd describes itself as an independent veterinary clinic offering care across small animals as well as farm, pig and equine work, with 24/7 emergency cover (365 days a year) stated on its website. From the latest reviews available, owners most often mention calm, gentle handling during consultations (including first-time vet visits and nervous pets), and clear, reassuring explanations. Specific examples referenced include a health check for a cat, a consultation for a sore paw, and support during a difficult visit involving the loss of a dog, with the vet reported as “gentle and comforting.”