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## Summary Cedar Grove Veterinary Clinic is RCVS-accredited and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. The website highlights referral services, nurse clinics, and a Pet Health Club® Plus plan where consultations are included, and they also accept Klarna for payment plans. Recent reviews describe both urgent care (a severely unwell cat treated “swiftly and thoroughly,” with ongoing medication monitoring) and end-of-life support (owners given time with their pet after passing, with clear guidance on what to expect next). Concrete details mentioned by owners include: - Emergency presentation handled on-site, including support during a rapidly deteriorating condition and time provided for owners to say goodbye afterwards. - Ongoing follow-up and monitoring, with one owner describing thorough follow-up and continued monitoring of a medication regime. - Clear communication of options, including for a guinea pig’s lump removal after it burst. - Surgical cases referenced, including tumour removal surgery and removal of a guinea pig lump. ## Services Services and capabilities explicitly mentioned across the website and reviews include: - Consultations (website notes these can be included with a Pet Health Club® Plus plan). - Nurse clinics (mentioned on the website). - Referral services (advertised on the website). - Emergency/urgent presentations (described by owners bringing pets in as emergencies). - Surgery, with examples in reviews including: - Tumour removal surgery in an elderly cat (outcome described as unsuccessful in that case). - Lump removal in a guinea pig after a burst lump. - Management of serious internal disease discussed in an emergency context (mass in spleen and liver—described in review narrative). - End-of-life care (multiple reviews describe euthanasia/last-visit support and aftercare gestures). - Payment options: Klarna is mentioned on the website as a way to spread vet bills. - Pet travel discount: the website states registered clients get 10% off “trusted pet travel with PetAir.” ## Pricing Only explicit pricing mentioned on the website: - Wellness screening: £60. - Six-month healthy pet check: £24.99. - Laparoscopic spay offer: £500 (stated as “All size,” during July–September). - Pet Health Club® Plus: consultations included (price not stated). - Pet travel: registered clients get 10% off with PetAir. ## People Named individuals mentioned in reviews, with specific examples of what clients valued: - Eamonn (role not stated): praised for handling an emergency “kindly” while staying “professional and informative,” checking in during goodbye time, and guiding the owner through what to expect and what to do next. - Richard (role not stated): credited (with the team) for swift, thorough care when a cat became very unwell, plus clear communication and thorough follow-up with ongoing medication monitoring. - Caitlin (role not stated): thanked for helping a guinea pig (Lulu) with a burst lump requiring removal, and for clearly communicating available options. - John (role not stated): mentioned in two reviews—one owner said he “worked wonders” after a dog burst two discs in her back; another described him as consistently professional during end-of-life care. - Allison (role not stated): named alongside John as part of the team supporting an owner through a pet being put to rest. - Reception team (not named): specifically appreciated for staying calm and professional when owners were worried or grieving. ## Reviews 4.8 stars from 483 reviews. “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - Handling of serious illness and emergencies: owners describe pets being seen quickly when very unwell, with clear explanations and updates throughout. - Follow-up after treatment: one review highlights thorough follow-up and ongoing monitoring of a cat’s medication regime. - Support around euthanasia and bereavement: multiple owners mention being given time with their pet after passing, clear guidance on next steps, and thoughtful keepsakes (fur clippings and paw prints) and a condolence plant. - Pets appearing comfortable at the clinic: one long-term client said their dogs pulled on the lead to get inside and showed “no stress or fear.” - Cost perceptions are mixed: one owner explicitly says the clinic can feel “premium”/expensive, while still choosing them because of the care and support provided.
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Forestside Veterinary Clinic describes itself on its website as a locally owned, independent practice. Based on reviews, it seems set up for routine preventive care and in-clinic diagnostics, with owners repeatedly mentioning same-day/short-notice appointments, clear explanations of options and costs, and quick turnaround on results (including follow-up calls). Recent examples include a cat seen at short notice for a claw problem and treated within minutes, and another cat who had blood tests and x-rays done the same day, with results phoned through shortly after.
Forestside Veterinary Clinic describes itself on its website as a locally owned, independent practice. Based on reviews, it seems set up for routine preventive care and in-clinic diagnostics, with owners repeatedly mentioning same-day/short-notice appointments, clear explanations of options and costs, and quick turnaround on results (including follow-up calls). Recent examples include a cat seen at short notice for a claw problem and treated within minutes, and another cat who had blood tests and x-rays done the same day, with results phoned through shortly after.
Ashwood Veterinary Clinic describes itself as an independent, primary-care practice offering small animal medicine and surgery, including soft tissue and orthopaedic work. Recent reviews repeatedly mention surgical cases with detailed communication, including WhatsApp updates while pets are in surgery, follow-up phone calls from nurses, and even photos sent after procedures. Owners also reference specific procedures such as cruciate ligament surgery, molar extraction, and use of diagnostic imaging (x‑ray/ultrasound) and blood tests. One reviewer also reports being seen with a tortoise after initially being unsure the clinic could help.
Ashwood Veterinary Clinic describes itself as an independent, primary-care practice offering small animal medicine and surgery, including soft tissue and orthopaedic work. Recent reviews repeatedly mention surgical cases with detailed communication, including WhatsApp updates while pets are in surgery, follow-up phone calls from nurses, and even photos sent after procedures. Owners also reference specific procedures such as cruciate ligament surgery, molar extraction, and use of diagnostic imaging (x‑ray/ultrasound) and blood tests. One reviewer also reports being seen with a tortoise after initially being unsure the clinic could help.
Fenaghy Veterinary Clinic
Ballymena
Our Score (84/100)
Fenaghy Veterinary Clinic is set up for everyday primary-care work (check-ups, vaccinations/boosters, treating infections) alongside in-clinic procedures such as dental work and surgery. The clinic also states it provides 24/7 access to an online vet via Pawsquad, and it is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention: - Clear explanations of options and treatment plans, including vets taking time to talk through symptoms and treatments. - Handling anxious pets gently (for example, staff helping with a nervous cat that became incontinent in the car, including cleaning the carrier while the pet was assessed). - Follow-up/continuity (return visits booked for check-ups and boosters; continuity of care specifically praised). - Advance pricing transparency (“prices are given in advance so never any unexpected surprises,” per one review).
Fenaghy Veterinary Clinic is set up for everyday primary-care work (check-ups, vaccinations/boosters, treating infections) alongside in-clinic procedures such as dental work and surgery. The clinic also states it provides 24/7 access to an online vet via Pawsquad, and it is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention: - Clear explanations of options and treatment plans, including vets taking time to talk through symptoms and treatments. - Handling anxious pets gently (for example, staff helping with a nervous cat that became incontinent in the car, including cleaning the carrier while the pet was assessed). - Follow-up/continuity (return visits booked for check-ups and boosters; continuity of care specifically praised). - Advance pricing transparency (“prices are given in advance so never any unexpected surprises,” per one review).
Our Score (83/100)
Companion Care (Lisburn) Ltd trades as Vets4Pets and is described on its website as a locally owned practice set up in 2012 by Barry and Christina Palmer. The clinic presents itself as equipped for both routine care and more complex work, with on-site imaging and a hospital ward/isolation unit, and it states it uses “no fear handling” to reduce stress during visits. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention prompt decision-making in urgent cases, regular updates while a dog was hospitalised, and cost-conscious discussions (including an example where a Sunday allergic-reaction visit totalled £86 for an injection and swelling treatment, compared with a separate emergency quote of £380 elsewhere).
Companion Care (Lisburn) Ltd trades as Vets4Pets and is described on its website as a locally owned practice set up in 2012 by Barry and Christina Palmer. The clinic presents itself as equipped for both routine care and more complex work, with on-site imaging and a hospital ward/isolation unit, and it states it uses “no fear handling” to reduce stress during visits. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention prompt decision-making in urgent cases, regular updates while a dog was hospitalised, and cost-conscious discussions (including an example where a Sunday allergic-reaction visit totalled £86 for an injection and swelling treatment, compared with a separate emergency quote of £380 elsewhere).
Our Score (81/100)
Medivet Ballymena Grove Road – Grove Vets is part of the Medivet group. Reviews most often describe a practice geared to routine appointments plus urgent, short-notice problems—such as a dog seen after a fall on a busy Saturday morning and a kitten taken straight in after a phone call. Several owners also mention end-of-life care, describing staff being respectful during euthanasia and, in one case, sending a condolence card afterwards. The clinic is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.
Medivet Ballymena Grove Road – Grove Vets is part of the Medivet group. Reviews most often describe a practice geared to routine appointments plus urgent, short-notice problems—such as a dog seen after a fall on a busy Saturday morning and a kitten taken straight in after a phone call. Several owners also mention end-of-life care, describing staff being respectful during euthanasia and, in one case, sending a condolence card afterwards. The clinic is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.
Our Score (81/100)
Cornerstone Veterinary Clinic treats dogs, cats and “other family pets,” and says it offers both primary and urgent care. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews repeatedly describe a team-based experience (reception, nurses and vets) and mention support for complex, ongoing conditions—one owner describes cancer care “every step… right to the end,” and another highlights detailed, ongoing management for a diabetic dog with clear explanations of the care plan. Concrete specifics owners mention include staff helping pets feel at ease during appointments (especially cats), continuity/familiarity with long-term patients (“the whole staff knows [the dog] so well”), and help with pet passport vaccinations described as “easy and painless.”
Cornerstone Veterinary Clinic treats dogs, cats and “other family pets,” and says it offers both primary and urgent care. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews repeatedly describe a team-based experience (reception, nurses and vets) and mention support for complex, ongoing conditions—one owner describes cancer care “every step… right to the end,” and another highlights detailed, ongoing management for a diabetic dog with clear explanations of the care plan. Concrete specifics owners mention include staff helping pets feel at ease during appointments (especially cats), continuity/familiarity with long-term patients (“the whole staff knows [the dog] so well”), and help with pet passport vaccinations described as “easy and painless.”
Cavehill Veterinary Clinic is part of the Clare Vet Group and is RCVS-accredited (per the clinic website). Reviews describe a practice that handles everyday problems and minor procedures—examples mentioned include same‑day appointments for itchy/sore ears, assessment and treatment for an eye ulcer, and full examinations for multiple pets with “several small procedures” done in the consult. Experiences appear vet-dependent: several owners describe prompt, helpful care, while one review describes feeling judged during an ulcer visit and concerns about treatment and pricing consistency.
Cavehill Veterinary Clinic is part of the Clare Vet Group and is RCVS-accredited (per the clinic website). Reviews describe a practice that handles everyday problems and minor procedures—examples mentioned include same‑day appointments for itchy/sore ears, assessment and treatment for an eye ulcer, and full examinations for multiple pets with “several small procedures” done in the consult. Experiences appear vet-dependent: several owners describe prompt, helpful care, while one review describes feeling judged during an ulcer visit and concerns about treatment and pricing consistency.
Braemar Veterinary Clinic
Belfast
Our Score (79/100)
Braemar Veterinary Clinic is set up for both routine care and more involved support, including emergency veterinary services (stated as 24/7/extended-hours) and being a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews repeatedly mention practical accommodations for anxious or reactive dogs—such as offering video appointments, using sedation when needed for in-person handling, and combining procedures (one owner describes a nail cut and tooth clean done while their dog was sedated). End-of-life support is also specifically described, including a home visit to keep a dog comfortable and a hand-written condolence card afterwards. One recent reviewer, however, reports “shocking service” and says a vet would not come to the phone, which conflicts with the overwhelmingly positive feedback elsewhere.
Braemar Veterinary Clinic is set up for both routine care and more involved support, including emergency veterinary services (stated as 24/7/extended-hours) and being a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews repeatedly mention practical accommodations for anxious or reactive dogs—such as offering video appointments, using sedation when needed for in-person handling, and combining procedures (one owner describes a nail cut and tooth clean done while their dog was sedated). End-of-life support is also specifically described, including a home visit to keep a dog comfortable and a hand-written condolence card afterwards. One recent reviewer, however, reports “shocking service” and says a vet would not come to the phone, which conflicts with the overwhelmingly positive feedback elsewhere.
Lisburn Veterinary Clinic
Lisburn
Our Score (79/100)
Lisburn Veterinary Clinic describes itself as a long-established independent practice (serving pets since 1942) with a team of 12 veterinary surgeons supported by veterinary nurses. Based on the website, it’s set up for a wide range of medical and surgical cases, including orthopaedics, internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, and anaesthesia. From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention being able to get a quick appointment when a pet was unwell, and feeling supported through end-of-life care (one review describes help over an 18‑month period for a dog with cancer). Several reviews also mention staff taking time to answer questions.
Lisburn Veterinary Clinic describes itself as a long-established independent practice (serving pets since 1942) with a team of 12 veterinary surgeons supported by veterinary nurses. Based on the website, it’s set up for a wide range of medical and surgical cases, including orthopaedics, internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, and anaesthesia. From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention being able to get a quick appointment when a pet was unwell, and feeling supported through end-of-life care (one review describes help over an 18‑month period for a dog with cancer). Several reviews also mention staff taking time to answer questions.