Camlas Petcare Vets – Vets in Welshpool
Clinic Overview
- Routine and preventive care: consultations, vaccinations, parasite control, neutering, microchipping, six-month health checks and nurse clinics, including blood pressure checks. - Diagnostics and imaging: diagnostic testing, X-ray and ultrasound. Recent reviews mention a same-morning appointment for a small dog, with an ultrasound for a bladder concern offered after examination, priced in advance, and carried out immediately.
Camlas Petcare Vets in Welshpool is a CVS-owned practice offering broad first-opinion care for dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters. Its website-listed services include routine care, diagnostics, surgery, nurse clinics and some additional services such as acupuncture, pet travel paperwork and home visits, with out-of-hours emergencies handled by MiNightVet. Recent feedback often highlights fast access for unwell pets and clear discussions about options, though experiences are mixed and include some serious complaints about treatment outcomes and billing.
Services
The practice offers a wide range of general veterinary services, including
- •Routine and preventive care: consultations, vaccinations, parasite control, neutering, microchipping, six-month health checks and nurse clinics, including blood pressure checks.
- •Diagnostics and imaging: diagnostic testing, X-ray and ultrasound. Recent reviews mention a same-morning appointment for a small dog, with an ultrasound for a bladder concern offered after examination, priced in advance, and carried out immediately.
- •Surgery and dentistry: general surgery, keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery, and dentistry.
- •Additional pet care services: grooming and nail clipping, anal sac expression, acupuncture, pet travel documentation and home visits.
- •Species treated: the website lists dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters.
- •Emergency arrangements: emergency help is available during normal opening hours by contacting the practice, and MiNightVet handles out-of-hours emergencies.
Pricing
Available published prices indicate the clinic sits above average relative to similar practices. Reviews give a mixed picture on cost: one owner said the price of an ultrasound was explained before it was carried out, while a recent complaint raised concerns about charges ending up much higher than expected for surgery, and also referenced a similar concern about an X-ray and overnight stay.
People
- •Caroline (vet): praised for a caring approach, carrying out an exam, discussing options clearly and arranging an immediate ultrasound.
- •Kerry (vet): described as calm, caring and a good listener during a discussion about a dog’s eye problem.
- •Natalie, Shelley and Hannah: thanked for arranging a fast appointment for a dog taken ill while on holiday and for liaising with the pet’s usual vets to obtain history.
- •Reception team: repeatedly mentioned as friendly and helpful, including assistance with insurance claim forms.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.4/5 from 76 reviews. Recent feedback shows a mixed but generally positive picture overall.
- •Many positive reviews describe a friendly, welcoming team and pets being handled kindly, including nervous dogs and young puppies.
- •Owners often mention quick access when a pet is unwell, including immediate or same-morning appointments.
- •Reviews highlight clear communication and teamwork, with examples of diagnostic options being explained, continuity with a regular vet where possible, and reception staff helping with administration such as insurance forms.
- •A smaller number of recent negative reviews raise serious concerns about treatment outcomes, communication and higher-than-expected bills, which sits in contrast to the longer-term positive feedback from other clients.

