Featured Clinic Overview
## Summary Parc Vetcare describes itself as an independent veterinary clinic, and its website says it will provide a full out-of-hours service open to all from 1 March 2025. Recent reviews repeatedly mention urgent, late-evening/Sunday and out-of-hours care being provided quickly, plus unhurried consultations where vets talk through options. Specific examples include a travel-related emergency handled on a Saturday night with staff researching requirements, and a kitten sedated for an X‑ray and kept in for a few hours before going home improved. A couple of practical downsides are also raised: one reviewer reports spending “hundreds” without their dog improving before another clinic diagnosed the issue, and another notes there is currently no option for direct pet-insurance claims (they say they would need to pay upfront and claim back). ## Services From the clinic website summary: - Dental health and dentistry - Neutering - Internal medicine - Pain management clinics - Nurse clinics - Pet Blood Service - Pet travel support - Client education evenings - Visiting practitioners - VIP Club (details and pricing not stated in the provided summary) From recent reviews: - Out-of-hours / emergency appointments, including late-evening and weekend care (multiple reviewers describe being seen urgently) - Sedation and diagnostic imaging (X‑ray) mentioned for a kitten during an emergency visit - Follow-up appointments after an emergency visit are explicitly mentioned ## People Named team members mentioned in reviews: - Helen (vet): described as “caring” by one owner; also mentioned in a travel-related case where the reviewer believes she researched requirements to prevent travel issues. - Lauren (reception): credited with talking through options and giving pragmatic advice during an out-of-hours, time-sensitive travel emergency. - Priya: described as the person who administered treatment, and as “friendly, thorough and reassuring” during the same travel-related emergency. - Harry: carried out a first-visit health check and is specifically noted for taking time with a reactive rescue dog, using treats to help the dog settle. Unnamed staff are also described in one review as writing a personal letter offering time to talk after an end-of-life decision. ## Reviews 4.9 stars from 160 reviews. “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - Fast access for emergencies/out-of-hours, including weekend and late-evening visits; several owners say they were seen immediately or promptly. - Clear explanations and time to discuss options, with multiple mentions of “unhurried” consultations and treatment plans being discussed fully. - Good handling of anxious/reactive pets: one owner notes their dog was unusually calm in the waiting room; another says a reactive rescue dog settled well during the consult. - Diagnostics and treatment during emergencies: sedation and an X‑ray are specifically mentioned for a kitten who improved by pickup. - Concerns to factor in: - One reviewer reports a poor clinical outcome for a skin problem (symptoms worsened despite multiple products and “hundreds” spent) before another clinic diagnosed and treated successfully. - One reviewer says there is no current facility for direct pet-insurance claims, which could matter if you can’t pay upfront.
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Anglesey Pet Clinic is an independent practice that says it has been caring for pets since 2007. Based on its stated equipment and advanced procedures (including endoscopy, echocardiograms and orthopaedic/BOAS surgery), it appears set up for more than routine vaccinations—owners also describe same-day treatment for urgent problems. Concrete examples from the latest reviews include: taking extra time with a nervous dog during an appointment; fitting a dog in “straight away” for bloody diarrhoea and running an in-house blood test before starting antibiotics; operating the same day on a severe thigh wound; and providing a blood transfusion at the clinic after owners asked not to be referred elsewhere. One recent 1-star review describes a serious breakdown in expectations around euthanasia (staff initially indicating it was appropriate, then a vet declining at the appointment), suggesting communication/consistency may vary by case and clinician.
Anglesey Pet Clinic is an independent practice that says it has been caring for pets since 2007. Based on its stated equipment and advanced procedures (including endoscopy, echocardiograms and orthopaedic/BOAS surgery), it appears set up for more than routine vaccinations—owners also describe same-day treatment for urgent problems. Concrete examples from the latest reviews include: taking extra time with a nervous dog during an appointment; fitting a dog in “straight away” for bloody diarrhoea and running an in-house blood test before starting antibiotics; operating the same day on a severe thigh wound; and providing a blood transfusion at the clinic after owners asked not to be referred elsewhere. One recent 1-star review describes a serious breakdown in expectations around euthanasia (staff initially indicating it was appropriate, then a vet declining at the appointment), suggesting communication/consistency may vary by case and clinician.
Bennett-Williams Vets is a small-animal practice established in 2009 (no corporate group ownership is stated). The clinic appears set up for both routine care and more involved medical/surgical work, with in-house diagnostics (lab testing, X‑ray and ultrasound) and a wide species list that includes exotics (such as reptiles, birds and small mammals). From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe: - Being fitted in quickly for urgent illness (one review describes a same-day appointment for a dog with gastroenteritis). - Help over the phone, including practical guidance and signposting to other useful contact numbers. - An online booking system that a reviewer says worked smoothly.
Bennett-Williams Vets is a small-animal practice established in 2009 (no corporate group ownership is stated). The clinic appears set up for both routine care and more involved medical/surgical work, with in-house diagnostics (lab testing, X‑ray and ultrasound) and a wide species list that includes exotics (such as reptiles, birds and small mammals). From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe: - Being fitted in quickly for urgent illness (one review describes a same-day appointment for a dog with gastroenteritis). - Help over the phone, including practical guidance and signposting to other useful contact numbers. - An online booking system that a reviewer says worked smoothly.
Our Score (85/100)
Milfeddygon Bodrwnsiwn Veterinary Group describes itself (on its website) as a long-established mixed practice handling pets, farm animals, and horses, with 24/7 emergency support stated for farm and equine cases. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe calm, steady handling for nervous dogs (including using biscuits and time to help pets “chill” before treatment) and clear explanations (for example, explaining an injection visit step-by-step for a first-time dog owner). There is also a recent 1-star review alleging rough needle handling, rudeness during a home visit, and missed callbacks, which conflicts with many other reports of patient, considerate care.
Milfeddygon Bodrwnsiwn Veterinary Group describes itself (on its website) as a long-established mixed practice handling pets, farm animals, and horses, with 24/7 emergency support stated for farm and equine cases. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe calm, steady handling for nervous dogs (including using biscuits and time to help pets “chill” before treatment) and clear explanations (for example, explaining an injection visit step-by-step for a first-time dog owner). There is also a recent 1-star review alleging rough needle handling, rudeness during a home visit, and missed callbacks, which conflicts with many other reports of patient, considerate care.
Our Score (83/100)
Milfeddygon Bodrwnsiwn Veterinary Group is a mixed practice (small animals, farm animals and horses) that’s been operating since the 1900s. The practice website states it provides 24/7 emergency support for farm and equine work, and it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews, owners often mention practical preventive-care support (for example, reminders for worming and flea treatments) and routine appointments such as annual vaccinations with a full check. There’s also specific praise for staff suggesting “free/cheap alternatives” to practice medications where possible. A smaller number of reviews describe problems when pets became seriously unwell (one owner felt a limp was assessed too briefly and a fever wasn’t picked up) and administrative issues (medication not being ready as arranged and an invoice disputed as an overcharge).
Milfeddygon Bodrwnsiwn Veterinary Group is a mixed practice (small animals, farm animals and horses) that’s been operating since the 1900s. The practice website states it provides 24/7 emergency support for farm and equine work, and it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews, owners often mention practical preventive-care support (for example, reminders for worming and flea treatments) and routine appointments such as annual vaccinations with a full check. There’s also specific praise for staff suggesting “free/cheap alternatives” to practice medications where possible. A smaller number of reviews describe problems when pets became seriously unwell (one owner felt a limp was assessed too briefly and a fever wasn’t picked up) and administrative issues (medication not being ready as arranged and an invoice disputed as an overcharge).
Our Score (78/100)
Williams Veterinary Surgeons is a veterinary practice that also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews, it appears set up for both routine appointments and sensitive, end-of-life care, with several owners describing clear decision-making and practical support. Concrete examples mentioned include: - Home visits for pets whose owners can’t travel (one review describes a home examination for a very elderly greyhound, including a blood test and follow-up reassurance). - Euthanasia with personalised arrangements, including time for owners to say goodbye in their own way (e.g., being allowed to play music and have a private farewell). - Cremation coordination and return of ashes, with one owner noting a casket and a condolence card sent afterwards. - Conservative clinical decisions when appropriate, such as advising against a dental operation when a broken tooth/root area was healing and surgery wasn’t needed.
Williams Veterinary Surgeons is a veterinary practice that also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews, it appears set up for both routine appointments and sensitive, end-of-life care, with several owners describing clear decision-making and practical support. Concrete examples mentioned include: - Home visits for pets whose owners can’t travel (one review describes a home examination for a very elderly greyhound, including a blood test and follow-up reassurance). - Euthanasia with personalised arrangements, including time for owners to say goodbye in their own way (e.g., being allowed to play music and have a private farewell). - Cremation coordination and return of ashes, with one owner noting a casket and a condolence card sent afterwards. - Conservative clinical decisions when appropriate, such as advising against a dental operation when a broken tooth/root area was healing and surgery wasn’t needed.
Cambrian Vets
Tywyn
Our Score (74/100)
Cambrian Vets is a veterinary practice that is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent reviews repeatedly describe same-day help for urgent problems, including being seen within 30 minutes late on a Friday and a case where a pet needed sedation and a nail removed, completed within the hour. Owners also mention support with end-of-life care for an elderly dog, and treatment for a hedgehog with sore ears, suggesting they’ll see more than just cats and dogs when needed.
Cambrian Vets is a veterinary practice that is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent reviews repeatedly describe same-day help for urgent problems, including being seen within 30 minutes late on a Friday and a case where a pet needed sedation and a nail removed, completed within the hour. Owners also mention support with end-of-life care for an elderly dog, and treatment for a hedgehog with sore ears, suggesting they’ll see more than just cats and dogs when needed.
Cater Veterinary Practice
Llandudno Junction
Our Score (67/100)
Cater Veterinary Practice offers routine care (check-ups and annual vaccinations) as well as diagnostics for injuries—one owner describes their dog being X‑rayed, diagnosed, given pain relief, and sent home with a clear recovery plan plus follow-up appointments booked in. The clinic also mentions “Out of Hours” care on its website, and it promotes a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations. In reviews, owners repeatedly highlight pets staying calm during injections, and staff taking time to explain findings and next steps (including written-style instructions for recovery).
Cater Veterinary Practice offers routine care (check-ups and annual vaccinations) as well as diagnostics for injuries—one owner describes their dog being X‑rayed, diagnosed, given pain relief, and sent home with a clear recovery plan plus follow-up appointments booked in. The clinic also mentions “Out of Hours” care on its website, and it promotes a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations. In reviews, owners repeatedly highlight pets staying calm during injections, and staff taking time to explain findings and next steps (including written-style instructions for recovery).
Bangor Vets4Pets Ltd
Gwynedd
Our Score (67/100)
Bangor Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group. The practice is equipped for on-site diagnostics and procedures, including an operating theatre, in-house laboratory, digital x‑rays, and separate cat and dog wards (plus an isolation unit). Recent reviews describe both detailed, supportive handling of nervous dogs (including prescribing anti‑anxiety medication before a sedated exam, and giving injections while crouched on the floor rather than putting a dog straight on the table) and a serious complaint about communication and value around a charged scan where the owner says no diagnosis or scan copies were provided.
Bangor Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group. The practice is equipped for on-site diagnostics and procedures, including an operating theatre, in-house laboratory, digital x‑rays, and separate cat and dog wards (plus an isolation unit). Recent reviews describe both detailed, supportive handling of nervous dogs (including prescribing anti‑anxiety medication before a sedated exam, and giving injections while crouched on the floor rather than putting a dog straight on the table) and a serious complaint about communication and value around a charged scan where the owner says no diagnosis or scan copies were provided.
E Barbour-Hill
Gwynedd
Our Score (63/100)
E Barbour-Hill appears to be an independent veterinary practice (one long-term client contrasts it with “corporate” clinics and values seeing the same vet each visit). Based on both the clinic data and multiple owner accounts, it seems especially set up for dental work: several reviews describe complex tooth-saving treatment where other vets had recommended extraction. Owners also mention clear explanations before procedures and strong aftercare, including being “pleasantly surprised by the bill” (no specific prices given). The clinic also lists emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours). Concrete specifics owners mention: - Tooth-saving dental treatment (e.g., a tooth saved that another vet said would need extracting). - Repair work for broken canine teeth (one owner says three canine teeth were fixed and saved). - Surgery with careful handling of nervous/smaller dogs (one mentions their dachshund’s surgery). - “Exceptional” aftercare mentioned after dental work.
E Barbour-Hill appears to be an independent veterinary practice (one long-term client contrasts it with “corporate” clinics and values seeing the same vet each visit). Based on both the clinic data and multiple owner accounts, it seems especially set up for dental work: several reviews describe complex tooth-saving treatment where other vets had recommended extraction. Owners also mention clear explanations before procedures and strong aftercare, including being “pleasantly surprised by the bill” (no specific prices given). The clinic also lists emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours). Concrete specifics owners mention: - Tooth-saving dental treatment (e.g., a tooth saved that another vet said would need extracting). - Repair work for broken canine teeth (one owner says three canine teeth were fixed and saved). - Surgery with careful handling of nervous/smaller dogs (one mentions their dachshund’s surgery). - “Exceptional” aftercare mentioned after dental work.