Farm & Large-Animal Vets near Narberth

## Summary Arberth Veterinary Centre is described by one reviewer as an **independent** practice. Based on the latest reviews available to us, the clinic appears set up for both routine appointments and urgent situations: owners mention being **seen quickly in emergencies**, **same-day surgery** when needed, and **clear explanations** from vets so they understand options and next steps. Reception is repeatedly mentioned as **efficient and helpful** (including specific praise for “Natalie at the desk”), and one reviewer highlights an **“amazing” dog physiotherapy service**. ## Services Services and capabilities mentioned in the available written reviews include: - **Urgent / emergency cases**: owners describe turning up in an emergency and being seen quickly. - **Surgery**: one owner reports their dog “needed operating on that day” and that it was done swiftly, followed by a good recovery. - **Dog physiotherapy**: explicitly mentioned and praised by a reviewer. - **General consultations and treatment**: multiple reviews describe bringing dogs and cats for appointments/treatment and being happy with the care and explanations provided. ## People - **Natalie (reception/desk)**: specifically named as “very helpful,” alongside comments about prompt service. - **Phil (vet)**: named by a client who reports being “very happy with the experience” during a visit with two dogs. - **Steve (vet)**: mentioned alongside Phil in a review describing swift same-day surgery and reassurance during an emergency; the owner also notes clear information was provided. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.7 stars from 100 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Fast help in urgent situations**: multiple mentions of being seen quickly when arriving with an emergency. - **Clear communication**: owners specifically describe vets explaining things so they fully understand. - **Reception efficiency**: repeated comments about friendly, efficient front-desk staff, including help during registration and at visits. - **Additional services beyond standard consults**: dog physiotherapy is specifically called out as “amazing.” - **Mixed signals exist**: among the latest reviews, there is also a **1-star review with no written details**, so the reason for dissatisfaction isn’t available from the text we have.

## Summary Cotts Farm Equine Clinic is an equine-only, purpose-built hospital that offers routine care alongside a stated 24/7, 365-days-a-year emergency service, with an in-house laboratory listed on its website. Reviews describe hospitalisation for complex cases (including sinusitis linked to tooth root infection), surgical removal of a large sarcoid, and treatment of complicated colic. Recent feedback is mixed: some owners praise individual vets and outcomes, while one recent reviewer alleges very high bills linked to “financial targets,” and reports rude reception/office staff and concerns about inexperienced vets. ## Services - **Equine-only veterinary care** (website lists species handled as equine). - **Routine healthcare** (named on the website, without specific examples). - **Emergency service** stated as **24/7, 365 days a year** (website). - **Hospital-based care / hospitalisation** mentioned in reviews (e.g., a horse hospitalised for sinusitis related to tooth root infection). - **Surgery/procedures mentioned in reviews:** - Removal of a “huge sarcoid” (groin area). - Treatment for “complicated colic” (described as life-saving). - Euthanasia carried out with emphasis on empathy and support. - **In-house laboratory** (website). - **Veterinary Nurse Training facility** (structured clinic data). ## People - **Marie** is thanked by name in a review (“Thanks Marie, you were amazing”). - Owners give specific praise for vets being **empathetic during euthanasia** and for teams managing serious cases (hospital care for sinus/tooth-root infection; complicated colic; sarcoid removal). - One recent reviewer claims there are “lots of very young inexperienced vets now” and reports negative experiences with **reception and office staff** (rudeness alleged). ## Reviews **Google rating:** 4.4 stars from 29 reviews. **Thems below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Positive clinical outcomes for serious equine problems**: complicated colic described as life-saving; large sarcoid removal; successful hospitalisation and treatment for sinusitis linked to tooth root infection; care for a “poorly donkey.” - **End-of-life care**: euthanasia described as handled with empathy, with “understanding” customer service. - **Conflicting experience around costs and front-desk interactions**: one recent review alleges unusually large bills tied to “financial targets,” and describes rude reception/office staff and concerns about vet inexperience, while other reviews praise the vets and team.

## Summary Preventative Equine Care Ltd is an equine-focused veterinary practice (Ltd company; no group ownership is stated in the information provided). Based on owner accounts, it appears set up for both routine equine care and more complex cases that may require hospitalisation and surgery. Reviews include examples such as hospital care for sinusitis linked to a tooth-root infection, surgery to remove a large sarcoid, and treatment of complicated colic. Feedback is mixed: several owners describe successful outcomes and empathetic support (including during euthanasia), while a recent reviewer alleges rude front-office interactions, inexperienced vets, and very large bills tied to “financial targets.” ## Services Services and capabilities mentioned in the available information include: - **Equine hospitalisation/inpatient care** (a horse described as being “hospitalised” for sinusitis secondary to tooth-root infection). - **Colic care** (one owner says their horse’s life was saved after “complicated colic”). - **Surgical procedures** (removal of a “huge sarcoid”). - **Equine dentistry-related case management** (sinusitis described as resulting from a tooth-root infection). - **Euthanasia** (“humanely put to sleep,” with emphasis on the vet’s empathy during the process). - **Care for donkeys** (a “poorly donkey” treated by the team). ## People - **Marie** (role not specified) is singled out by name in a review: “Thanks Marie, you were amazing.” - In other reviews, owners describe **vets being empathetic during euthanasia** and a “team” approach during hospital care and serious cases (sinusitis/tooth infection, colic), though one recent reviewer alleges there are “lots of very young inexperienced vets now” and criticises management and reception/office staff. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.4 stars from 29 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Complex equine cases with good outcomes:** hospitalisation for sinusitis linked to tooth-root infection; “complicated colic” where a life was reportedly saved; sarcoid removal. - **End-of-life support:** one owner highlights an empathetic vet and good customer service around euthanasia. - **Team praised in older reviews:** “great team,” “friendly bunch,” and comments about putting the animal’s interests first. - **A sharp recent criticism:** one reviewer alleges rude reception/office staff, inexperienced vets, poor treatment of vets by management, and very large bills connected to “financial targets.”