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Weighbridge Referral Service

#5 Vet in Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire

4.8
Independent Clinic

Weighbridge Referral Service – Vets in Carmarthen

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic

Clinic Overview

Weighbridge Referral Service is a small-animal orthopaedic referral practice established in 1995 by Steve Butterworth. It’s set up for investigation and treatment of orthopaedic problems (rather than routine first-opinion care), with reviews repeatedly describing detailed discussions of surgery options and likely outcomes, plus guidance on aftercare, medication, and insurance/payment processes. Specific cases owners mention include cruciate ligament surgery (including surgery on both back knees) and operations for luxating patellas.

Services

  • Small-animal orthopaedic referral investigations and treatment.
  • Cruciate ligament surgery (owners mention procedures on one or both back knees, with follow-up check-ups).
  • Surgery for luxating patellas (one dog described as having operations on both legs at different ages).
  • Discussion of different surgical options and their success rates, plus medication and aftercare planning (as described by owners).

People

  • Steve Butterworth (named as founder; described in reviews as “Dr Butterworth”): owners highlight clear, detailed explanations of options (including success rates) and help navigating the process from treatment choices through aftercare.
  • Nursing team/staff (not individually named): mentioned for handling a reactive dog “sensitively and without judgement,” and for making nervous dogs comfortable enough that they were happy to return for check-ups.

Reviews

4.8 stars from 38 reviews. - Owners describe successful orthopaedic outcomes, including long-term mobility after luxating patella operations and recovery after cruciate ligament surgery on one or both knees.

  • Repeated mention of thorough explanations and sound advice, helping owners understand their dog’s condition and what to do next.
  • Support with the practical side of referral treatment: aftercare plans, medications, and insurance/payment processes are specifically mentioned.
  • Several reviews note good handling of anxious/reactive dogs, with pets returning for check-ups without fear.
  • One review highlights clear communication around COVID-safe procedures and repeating explanations to ensure the owner understood.

Location

Llysonnen Rd, Carmarthen SA31 3SA, UK

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