Dog & Cat Vets in Kidlington

## Summary Medivet Kidlington is part of the Medivet group and focuses on routine and preventive care (vaccinations, parasite care, neutering, microchipping) alongside in-practice diagnostics like X‑rays and an in-house laboratory. The clinic also offers longer, 15‑minute consultations and services such as nurse clinics, home visits, dentistry, and animal health certificates for pet travel. From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention clear explanations of treatments and quick, efficient appointments (including an injection given promptly), as well as support during difficult situations such as euthanasia. One review flags that costs can feel high (“made me wince”), even though the appointment itself was described positively. ## Services - **Vaccinations** - **Parasite care** - **Pet neutering** - **Microchipping** - **Dentistry** - **Nurse clinics** - **Home visits** - **Animal Health Certificate** (pet travel paperwork) - **Diagnostics on site:** X‑rays and an **in-house laboratory** - **15-minute consultations** - **Species seen (as stated):** cats, dogs, rabbits, exotics, and small mammals - **Out-of-hours care:** provided by **Medivet 24 Hour Woodstock**. Phone assessments are free; out-of-hours consult fee is **£130**. ## Pricing - **Out-of-hours consult fee:** **£130** (with no charge for assessment by phone) ## People - **Jose (vet)**: named in multiple reviews. Owners say he explains treatments clearly and handles pets carefully; one review specifically mentions an injection being “fully explained” and done quickly. - **Alba**: mentioned for support during euthanasia, with the reviewer describing her as “amazing” in helping them through it. - **Front desk/team**: reception and staff are described as welcoming and helpful in several reviews (for example, a “very helpful receptionist” and pets being given a “warm welcome”). ## Reviews **4.9 stars from 124 reviews.** The themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Explanations and transparency:** multiple owners say the vets/staff explain what they’re doing and why, helping them understand treatment. - **Support in urgent and end-of-life situations:** one reviewer credits the team with help during an urgent situation the prior year; another highlights compassionate support during euthanasia. - **Welcoming handling of pets:** repeated mentions of a warm welcome for pets and calm, considerate treatment. - **Cost concerns appear occasionally:** one recent review notes the price “made me wince,” despite being happy with the care.

## Summary Beaumont Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice established in 1964 and is part of CVS Vets (a corporate group). It’s set up for routine care as well as more involved work: the website lists in-house diagnostic imaging (X‑ray and ultrasound), an in-house lab, and a wide range of clinical services including dentistry and surgery, with specialties also described (e.g., cardiology, endoscopy, orthopaedics, internal medicine). 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. Concrete specifics supported by the inputs: - Dentistry and dental extractions are repeatedly mentioned (including disputes over how many teeth were removed). - Emergency help during normal hours is described on the website; a reviewer describes an emergency handled by named staff. - Euthanasia support is described in a recent review. - Out-of-hours care is stated to be provided by Medivet Woodstock (night services and emergency consultations). ## Services Website-listed services and capabilities include: - **Consultations** and routine preventive care: **vaccinations**, **parasite control**, **microchipping**, and **six-month health checks** - **Neutering** - **Dentistry** (dental work is also repeatedly referenced in reviews, including extractions) - **Surgery** (website lists surgery generally; specialties include **soft tissue surgery** and **orthopaedic procedures**) - **Diagnostic tests & imaging**: **in-house lab**, **X-ray**, **ultrasound** - **Nurse clinics**, including **blood pressure checks** - Practical/comfort care: **grooming & nail clipping**, **anal sac expression** - **Pet travel documentation (GB)** - **Home visits** - Species treated listed on the website: **dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, ferrets** Emergency arrangements (as stated on the website): - **Emergency care during normal hours** is available by calling the practice. - **Out-of-hours care** is provided by **Medivet Woodstock**, offering night services and emergency consultations. Other structured data: - Listed as a **Veterinary Nurse Training facility**. ## Pricing Only explicit prices mentioned in reviews: - One owner reports being **quoted £950** for a dental cleaning and removal of two growths, then receiving a **final bill over £1600** (they say the clinic adjusted the bill but it remained much higher than quoted). - One owner reports a **£118 charge** for cancelling a **Health Pet Club membership**, which they say they were not informed about in advance. ## People Named staff mentioned in reviews: - **Hannah** (role not stated): praised for dealing with an emergency situation. - **Jackie** (role not stated, answered the phone): an owner says she “went out of her way” to make sure they were OK during an emergency call. More generally (roles not specified): - A reviewer describes the team **staying late** to help their dog and performing a “complicated procedure.” - Another reviewer describes the **vet and nurses** being supportive during euthanasia of a long-term pet. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.6 stars from 146 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Emergency/urgent help:** owners describe emergency situations being handled promptly, including a report of staff staying late and carrying out a complicated procedure. - **Support during euthanasia:** one owner specifically highlights how the vet and nurses treated both them and their dog during end-of-life care. - **Admin help:** one owner mentions help with booking and submitting insurance claims. - **Communication and billing concerns (conflicting experiences):** one detailed review reports unexpected dental extractions, feeling dismissed about a vaccine reaction, and a large increase from an initial estimate to the final bill; the reviewer says the clinic acknowledged mistakes and made adjustments.

## Summary Begbroke Veterinary Surgery is an RCVS-accredited small-animal practice. Reviews repeatedly describe it as a place people switch to for a second opinion or after a poor experience elsewhere, with specific mentions of (1) keeping spare appointments for emergencies, (2) discussing treatment options rather than pushing investigations, and (3) efforts to minimise stress—especially for senior pets and cats (including a dedicated cat area). One review also notes links to Chipping Norton Animal Hospital and that the team refer to specialists when needed. ## Services - Small-animal veterinary care (described on the clinic website and reflected in dog and cat cases in reviews). - Second opinions (owners mention moving over specifically for this). - Urgent/same-day care: reviews say the practice “keep spare appointments for emergencies.” - Cat-friendly handling: reviews mention a “special area for cats.” - Tumour detection/assessment is referenced in one owner’s account (a vet reportedly spotted an “aggressive tumor” missed elsewhere). - Referral onward to specialists when needed (mentioned in a review). - Linked care with Chipping Norton Animal Hospital (mentioned in a review). ## People - **Alison (vet)**: mentioned for taking time with a senior dog and actively minimising stress; a reviewer who is a dog trainer highlighted that Alison paid attention to body language and stress reduction during visits. - **Becky (vet)**: credited by one owner with spotting an aggressive tumour that others missed. - **Reception team**: described as welcoming, efficient, kind and helpful in reviews. ## Reviews **Google rating: 5 stars from 110 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - 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. - Decision-making style: one owner appreciated that options were discussed and their elderly cat wasn’t pushed into “unnecessary investigations and treatment,” allowing a peaceful end-of-life period. - Care pathways beyond the clinic: referrals to specialists are mentioned, along with a link to Chipping Norton Animal Hospital for additional care when required.