Large-animal veterinary services for livestock, horses and farm animals
About Farm & Large-Animal Vets in Wheatley
Updated January 2026
Farm and large-animal veterinary services are a distinct sector of animal care.
In Wheatley, there are no veterinary clinics offering farm or large-animal services. Pet owners with companion animals such as dogs and cats will find appropriate services locally, while those with farm animals will need to seek specialized care outside of Wheatley. This reflects a concentrated focus on companion-animal care within the town.
There is 1 veterinary clinic listed for farm and large-animal vets in Wheatley.
Top Rated Farm & Large-Animal Vets in Wheatley
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
## Summary
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).
Out‑of‑hours care is arranged via **Medivet 24 Hour Woodstock** (details in Pricing).
## Services
Based on the website and the latest reviews available:
- **General consultations (15 minutes)**, including **puppy health checks** with advice on health and training
- **Diagnostics and investigations**, including **scans** (the practice lists **ultrasound** and **X‑rays**, plus an **in‑house laboratory**)
- **Dentistry**
- **Laser treatment**
- **Nurse clinics**
- **Home visits**
- **Animal Health Certificates** (pet travel)
- **Urgent wound care** mentioned in reviews (wounds assessed, cleaned and treated after a dog attack)
**Species seen (per website):** cats, dogs, rabbits, and small mammals.
**Out‑of‑hours:** provided by **Medivet 24 Hour Woodstock** (phone assessment available with no charge; consult fee applies—see Pricing).
**Training/education:** listed as a **Veterinary Nurse Training facility**.
## Pricing
- **Out‑of‑hours consult fee:** **£130** (provided by Medivet 24 Hour Woodstock)
- **Phone assessment (out‑of‑hours):** **no charge**
## People
- **Katrin Magorrian** (Partner, Veterinary Surgeon) — named on the clinic website as managing the practice.
- **Raul** (vet; role inferred from review context) — described by an owner as discussing options, carrying out scans/investigations, and then talking through results in a kind and thorough way.
- **Veterinary nurse (unnamed in reviews)** — mentioned alongside the vet in an urgent case, with the owner highlighting calm, effective help when treating wounds after a dog attack.
## Reviews
**4.8 stars from 214 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.
- **Pets handled gently and positively:** owners mention treats, gentle handling, and dogs being happy to arrive and greet staff.
- **Clear explanations and options during work‑ups:** one review describes scans/investigations followed by a discussion of results and available options.
- **Responsive in urgent situations:** a dog attack case describes staff waiting on arrival and quickly checking, cleaning, and treating wounds.
- **Support in difficult end‑of‑life decisions:** one owner describes compassionate handling when no further options were available, making a hard situation more bearable.
- **Practical guidance beyond the exam:** puppy visit included advice not only on health but also training, including guidance for children interacting with the puppy.
Why This Ranking:
Medivet Wheatley in Oxfordshire scores highly due to its extensive review count and consistent 4.8-star rating, indicating strong reliability and customer satisfaction. The clinic's role as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility highlights its commitment to professional development, and its wide range of services further enhances its appeal as a trusted local veterinary clinic.