W J Downes – Vets in Aberystwyth
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Clinic Overview
W J Downes (Downes Vets) is a mixed veterinary practice in Aberystwyth covering small animals, equine and farm animals, with vets on call 24/7 for emergencies. The practice also lists modern diagnostic equipment and additional services including charity neutering, pet grooming, animal exports and health plans. Feedback remains mixed overall: many clients describe friendly, professional care, while some reviews raise concerns about reception, costs and care-plan handling.
Services
- •Mixed practice care: the practice says it treats small animals, equine and farm animals. Species mentioned across available information include rabbits, small exotic pets, large dogs, and equines such as horses, ponies, donkeys and foals.
- •Emergency and out-of-hours care: the clinic says vets are on call 24/7 for emergencies. Reviews include an out-of-hours emergency appointment where George stabilised a very unwell dog, provided medication, and explained treatment options and next steps.
- •Equine and routine care: reviews also mention Sam and Tom responding quickly to treat a pony, alongside broader praise for routine appointments and caring treatment for pets including elderly rabbits.
- •Additional services listed by the practice: charity neutering, pet grooming, animal exports, and health plans.
- •Facilities and appointments: the practice mentions modern diagnostic equipment, works by appointment, and is listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Some reviewers also comment positively on cleanliness and prompt appointments.
Pricing
No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.
People
- •George is named positively for out-of-hours emergency treatment, with one owner praising his honest explanation of their dog’s condition, treatment options and follow-up guidance.
- •Sam and Tom are thanked in a recent review for prompt, professional care for a pony.
- •Reception team: feedback is mixed, with some clients describing reception as friendly, welcoming and helpful, while others describe the phone or front-desk experience as frosty, uncaring or unhelpful.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.8/5 from 247 reviews.
- •Many reviewers describe the team as friendly, helpful and caring, and one recent reviewer calls the practice reasonably priced.
- •Positive feedback includes prompt appointments, a clean clinic, and strong experiences with both equine care and out-of-hours emergency treatment.
- •George is singled out for helping a seriously ill dog outside normal hours, while Sam and Tom are praised for immediate, professional care for a pony.
- •Negative reviews focus on inconsistent reception experiences, cost and care-plan disputes, a report of a long wait for an appointment, and one serious complaint about conflicting medication advice.
Special Services
Emergency Services
Vet Nurse Training
