Specialist Vets in Wales

St James Veterinary Group Ltd. says it is independently owned and offers 24/7 veterinary services for its clients, including a 24/7 emergency service with access to pets’ notes and medical history; out-of-hours emergencies are handled at the Parkway branch. Recent feedback paints a picture of a busy but welcoming practice where owners feel listened to, pets are examined thoroughly, and explanations are clear. Reviews most often mention routine care such as vaccinations and microchipping, treatment of everyday problems, and compassionate support during difficult visits.

St James Veterinary Group Ltd. presents itself as an independently owned practice. It offers a 24/7 emergency service for clients, including access to pets’ notes and medical history, and reviews also mention its own out-of-hours emergency vets. Recent feedback continues to highlight long-term continuity of care, support through complex and end-of-life cases, and a well-organised, caring experience at the clinic.

Archway Veterinary Centre presents itself as employee-owned and RCVS-accredited, with a 24-hour emergency service and out-of-hours calls redirected to Vets Now. The clinic offers a broad mix of routine, surgical and rehabilitation services, including dentistry, hydrotherapy/physiotherapy, exotics care, and pet travel documentation. Recent feedback is strongly positive, with owners most often highlighting friendly, supportive staff, long-term trust, and pets being handled with warmth and care.

St James Veterinary Group Ltd. presents itself as independently owned and offers a 24/7 emergency service for its clients, with out-of-hours care provided on its own premises and access to pets’ medical records. Recent feedback points to a friendly, settled day-to-day experience, with particular praise for staff who take time with nervous or reactive animals and explain treatment clearly. Several owners also describe using the practice for many years, sometimes across multiple pets.

Llanelli Vets4Pets Ltd is a Vets for Pets practice in Llanelli with a modern, well-equipped setup for routine care, diagnostics, hospitalisation and surgery. Its website lists in-house lab testing, digital X-ray, ultrasound, an operating theatre, hospital ward and isolation facilities. Recent feedback continues to highlight kind handling of nervous pets, clear communication around surgery, and compassionate support in difficult situations, though some owners remain unhappy with pricing and one recent end-of-life experience was described very negatively.

Boverton Veterinary Surgery in Llantwit Major is a CVS-owned small-animal practice. Reviews most often highlight routine preventive care such as vaccinations, check-ups, and flea and worming support, alongside notably compassionate end-of-life care. Owners also regularly praise the team’s calm handling of nervous pets and clear explanations before treatment goes ahead.

Origin Vets Clinic Ltd is an independent Cardiff practice focused on cats, rabbits, small mammals, and exotic pets. The clinic highlights dedicated cat and exotic teams along with cat and rabbit accreditations. Recent feedback continues to point to a calm, clean environment, unhurried consultations, and clear, detailed explanations, with cases ranging from rabbits and kittens to birds, hamsters, rats, reptiles, and other exotics.

Animal Trust Vets CIC Wrexham offers general practice care alongside surgery, urgent care arrangements, and some more advanced services including referral work and CT scans. Recent feedback is very positive, with owners often highlighting friendly staff, clear explanations, and good follow-up after treatment. The practice is also part of Animal Trust’s wider urgent care setup, including access to 24/7 urgent care centres.

Medivet Aberdare is part of the Medivet veterinary group, with out-of-hours emergencies referred through Medivet’s network of 24-hour centres. The practice appears geared to routine appointments, common procedures, and urgent problems, with recent feedback consistently praising clear explanations and a calm, unhurried approach. Owners especially mention good handling of anxious pets and friendly day-to-day service.

Parc Vetcare in Gwynedd offers a broad mix of first-opinion veterinary care, including dentistry, neutering, internal medicine, pain management, nurse clinics, pet travel support and visiting practitioners. Recent feedback also points to prompt 24/7 emergency and out-of-hours care, with late-evening, weekend and follow-up appointments mentioned by clients. Reviews consistently highlight calm communication, kindness and support during both urgent and end-of-life visits.

Medivet Cowbridge is a Medivet practice in Cowbridge, Glamorgan, caring for cats and dogs and offering routine veterinary care alongside surgical procedures such as neutering. The clinic also provides access to overnight emergency care through Medivet’s 24-hour centres. Recent feedback is consistently very positive, with owners frequently praising the friendly team, clear communication, and calm handling of pets.

Murphy and Co Veterinary Practice in Llandudno offers routine care, surgery, a mobile vet service, and treatment for a mix of pets including some exotics. Reviews consistently highlight a personal, reassuring approach, especially for nervous animals and around operations. Recent feedback also points to calm handling, strong pre-op and post-op support, and a friendly, helpful front-of-house team.

St James Veterinary Group Ltd. is an independently owned veterinary practice in Swansea. The practice says it provides its own 24/7 emergency service year-round, with access to pets’ clinical notes and history, rather than relying on an external provider. Recent feedback is largely very positive, especially around calm handling, clear explanations, and reassurance during routine visits, with one older negative review describing a poor booster appointment experience.

Vets4Pets Cross Hands is a Vets4Pets-branded practice in Cross Hands, Carmarthenshire. It appears set up for routine care as well as more complex surgical cases, with owners mentioning multiple surgeries, a leg amputation for cancer, castration, same-day prescription collection, and clear communication throughout treatment. Clinic information also lists emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours) and status as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.

Wrexham Plas Coch Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group and presents itself as a modern, well-equipped small-animal practice in Wrexham. Website-listed facilities include an on-site lab, digital X-ray, ultrasound, and separate cat and dog waiting and ward areas, including isolation. Out-of-hours emergency care is provided by Vets Now Emergency Wrexham at Rhyd Broughton Vet Group Ltd.

Vets4Pets (Bridgend) Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets network and operates as a general small-animal clinic for dogs, cats and rabbits. The practice offers on-site diagnostics including digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound and endoscopy, alongside an in-house lab and pharmacy. Out-of-hours care is provided by Valley Veterinary Hospital.

Last Wishes Mobile Vet focuses on at-home pet euthanasia and aftercare in and around Ammanford, Carmarthenshire. The website says Carlos is an RCVS-registered vet who has been practising since 2014. Recent feedback consistently highlights calm home visits, clear explanations, and organised aftercare including cremation, ashes return, and memorial keepsakes.

Rhyd Broughton Veterinary Group in Wrexham is a multi-species practice for cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets and hamsters, and it also offers a boarding cattery. The practice holds Cat Friendly Clinic Silver status and has a strong reputation for clear communication, calm handling and prompt access to appointments when pets are unwell. Recent feedback also highlights supportive out-of-hours care and a paid Pets Health Club membership that includes consultations.

Riverside Veterinary Care Ltd in Abergavenny offers routine veterinary care alongside extended-hours emergency support, and it is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback is especially positive about the team’s calm, compassionate handling of difficult visits, including bereavement-related care. Owners also describe pets being treated gently and appointments being handled in a thorough, reassuring way.

Blackwood Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets network in Blackwood, with a modern, well-equipped clinic that its website says includes an in-house lab, digital X-ray, ultrasound and endoscopy. The practice lists a broad range of medical and surgical care, including orthopaedics such as cruciate surgery and fracture repair. Recent feedback is especially strong on clear communication, supportive handling around procedures, and compassionate end-of-life care.

Fenton Veterinary Practice Limited in Haverfordwest offers small animal care alongside farm animal work for dairy and beef livestock, sheep, and small holdings, with a 24-hour emergency service. Recent feedback paints a picture of a long-established practice that combines thorough consultations, clear explanations, and warm day-to-day support from both clinical and reception teams. Clients also describe good continuity of care over many years, including support with surgery, older pets, and difficult end-of-life moments.

Llandudno Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group. The practice presents itself as a modern, well-equipped clinic with on-site diagnostics including an in-house lab, digital X-ray and ultrasound, alongside separate dog and cat wards and an isolation unit. Out-of-hours emergency care is provided by Vets Now. Recent feedback is largely positive, with owners often highlighting clear explanations, caring support, and a particularly compassionate approach during end-of-life appointments.

Shepherds “The Vets” Ltd is an independent practice in Bridgend with 50+ years of history, RCVS-accredited sites, and diagnostic and treatment facilities listed on its website. It offers small-animal general practice with hospital-level support, including an in-house 24/7 emergency service for registered clients. Recent feedback continues to highlight compassionate handling of urgent cases and end-of-life appointments.

Medivet Merthyr Tydfil Ash Veterinary Surgery is part of the Medivet group rather than an independent practice. It provides routine preventative care, including annual check-ups and vaccinations, and offers access to paid overnight emergency consultations through Medivet’s wider network. Recent feedback is largely positive, with praise for compassionate vets, easy appointment booking, and calm handling of cats and dogs, although front-desk experiences remain mixed.

Bangor Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group. The practice offers on-site diagnostics and procedures, including an operating theatre, in-house laboratory, digital x-rays, separate cat and dog wards, and an isolation unit. Recent feedback highlights gentle handling of nervous pets and compassionate end-of-life support, alongside one serious complaint about communication and value around a scan.

Vets4Pets Swansea is a corporate Vets4Pets practice offering first-opinion veterinary care for common pets, with in-house diagnostics, surgery, home visits, and separate cat and dog waiting and ward areas. Out-of-hours emergency care is provided through Vets Now. Recent feedback is mostly positive, with particular praise for Paula and the team’s caring approach, though some reviews raise concerns about appointment and emergency-fee communication.

Live Well Vets Ltd appears to operate as its own practice in Llantrisant, rather than as part of a larger chain. The clinic’s website-grounded information points to routine pet care, ongoing condition management, and support for small pets, with recent reviews also mentioning dental treatment and visits designed to keep anxious dogs calm. Overall feedback is very positive, especially around kindness and handling, though there are a small number of recent complaints about treatment decisions and pricing.

Sanders Veterinary Surgery is an IVC Evidensia practice in Cwmbran, Gwent. The clinic offers a broad small-animal service, including routine and diagnostic care, surgery, nurse clinics, and emergency cover. Owners consistently describe a calm, clean practice with a welcoming reception team, clear explanations in plain English, and gentle handling for nervous pets, alongside supportive care around operations and end-of-life decisions.

Gibson & Jones Vets in Swansea appears to offer a broad companion-animal service, with reviews especially highlighting kind handling, reassurance, and sensitive end-of-life support. Clients mention care for dogs, cats, and smaller pets including mice. The clinic is also noted for a clean setting, customer parking, and Wi‑Fi in the waiting room.

Oak Veterinary Group in Haverfordwest treats both pets and farm animals, and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. The practice also advertises preventive care support through its Pet Health Club® Plus plan, and clinic data lists emergency veterinary care. Recent feedback is largely very positive, with owners often praising clear explanations, reassuring handling, and prompt help with urgent appointments.

Rhianfa Veterinary Centre is an independent mixed practice in Rhyl that says it can cater for all species, alongside small domestic animals. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility and as offering emergency veterinary services through 24/7 or extended-hours cover. Recent feedback is largely very positive, with owners using the practice for everything from routine care to surgery and ongoing medical treatment, though communication style is a recurring talking point around vet John.

Tern Veterinary Group in Newport offers routine care alongside in-house diagnostics and surgery, with facilities including operating theatres, radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, an in-house laboratory, and hospitalisation with separate dog and cat wards plus an isolation ward. The practice also says it is a veterinary nurse training facility and that emergency care is available. Recent feedback centres on calm handling of operations and urgent problems, clear explanations of options, and supportive care during stressful or end-of-life visits.

Maes Glas Vets Limited is a VetPartners practice in Bridgend offering routine veterinary care, including vaccinations and neutering, alongside 24/7 care. Reviews consistently highlight clear explanations, gentle handling during appointments, and supportive care when pets need to stay overnight. Recent feedback also points to long-standing client loyalty and compassionate support in more difficult situations, including end-of-life care.

St James Veterinary Group Ltd. says it is independently owned and offers 24/7 emergency care for its clients, with access to a pet’s notes and medical history. Owner feedback points to a practice handling both urgent cases and more advanced procedures, including BOAS surgery and dental work discussions. Recent reviews are largely positive about kindness, professionalism and support, though a small number of detailed complaints focus on communication, complaint handling and high costs.

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.

Stone Court Vets is an independent, vet-owned practice in Cardiff. It emphasises continuity of care, with owners describing unrushed appointments, calm handling, and vets who take time to listen and explain clearly. Recent feedback also highlights prompt help for urgent problems, including short-notice emergency appointments and being seen straight away after a dog bite.

Celyn Veterinary Abergele offers routine and preventative care including consultations, vaccinations, neutering, dental examinations, wellness screening, nail clipping and health checks. The practice states it treats cats and dogs, small animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets and hamsters, and some exotic pets including reptiles and birds. It is listed as Rabbit Friendly and also provides guidance for emergency vet needs.

Cater Veterinary Practice in Llandudno is part of IVC Evidensia and treats family pets, with routine appointments alongside more sensitive care such as end-of-life support. The practice website mentions out-of-hours care and a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations. It is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.

Caerwys Veterinary Surgery in Mold is well regarded for quick access, compassionate handling, and supportive care in difficult situations. Reviews repeatedly mention prompt appointments for urgent problems, including weekend cases, along with especially sensitive end-of-life care. The practice also sees a mix of animals and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Maes Glas Vets Limited in Llantrisant is part of VetPartners and is equipped for on-site diagnostics and procedures, with a dedicated operating theatre, digital radiography, ultrasound, modern dental equipment, and an in-house lab for blood work and microscopy. The practice also states it can carry out emergency operations on site. Recent reviews consistently highlight clear explanations, gentle handling, and a friendly front-desk experience, with one isolated complaint about a delay collecting pre-ordered flea and worm tablets.

Vets Now Newport Pet Emergency Service is part of Vets Now within IVC Evidensia and is an RCVS-accredited Small Animal Emergency Service Clinic. It focuses on out-of-hours urgent and critical care for dogs, cats and other small animals, with on-site facilities including X-ray, ultrasound, an in-house laboratory, operating theatre, hospital ward and isolation unit. Recent reviews most often highlight quick triage, clear explanations and overnight updates, while a smaller number raise concerns about delays, costs and administration in some cases.

Companion Care (Llantrisant) Ltd is a Vets4Pets practice in Llantrisant. The clinic is equipped for routine consultations and surgical work, with an operating theatre, hospital ward, isolation unit, and in-house lab support. Recent feedback often highlights planned procedures such as neutering and dental surgery, along with post-op medication, dietary advice, and follow-up contact, although one reviewer reports a poor experience when seeking help in an emergency.

The Oak Veterinary Group Surgery & Rehabilitation Centre in Fishguard treats both pets and farm animals, and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. The clinic also refers to a Pet Health Club that includes consultations. Recent feedback points to a welcoming, compassionate team, with particular praise for clear discussions about treatment options and costs and for fitting in urgent cases at short notice.

Barrmore Vets Ltd presents itself as an award-winning, family-run practice in Pontyclun. It appears set up for routine appointments, urgent same-day problems, and end-of-life care, with recent reviews highlighting quick help for minor injuries and consistently compassionate support when pets are seriously ill. The clinic also lists K-Laser Therapy and is noted as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Bishop Hendry & Edwards is an IVC Evidensia practice in Newport offering general veterinary care, on-site diagnostics and surgery for a broad range of pets, including cats, dogs, rabbits, small furries, birds and reptiles. The clinic’s facilities include digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house blood testing and a dedicated cat waiting area. Recent feedback continues to highlight clear explanations, calm handling and supportive care in both routine and more stressful situations.

Castle House Vet Practice Ltd is a mixed animal practice in Newcastle Emlyn, treating both small pets and larger animals. Its website states that it has fully qualified MRCVS veterinary surgeons, small-animal expertise and livestock specialisation, along with a modern operating theatre and an isolation ward. Recent reviews highlight calm handling during booster appointments, strong communication, and dependable care in emergencies and longer-term conditions.

Archway Veterinary Centre in Chepstow describes itself as employee-owned, RCVS accredited, and a veterinary nurse training facility. The clinic says it offers a 24-hour emergency service, with out-of-hours calls automatically redirected to Vets Now. Recent feedback most often highlights calm communication, supportive care in difficult moments, and good experiences with both routine and surgical treatment.

Cardiff Llanrumney Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group and is an RCVS Practice Standards Scheme Award practice. The clinic offers a broad range of in-house diagnostics and surgical facilities, including an in-house lab, digital X-ray, ultrasound, an operating theatre, and separate dog and cat wards. Feedback continues to highlight orthopaedic knee work, clear communication during treatment, and thoughtful follow-up after difficult end-of-life decisions.

Daleside Veterinary Group in Wrexham offers a broad range of routine and more advanced veterinary care, including preventative work, nurse clinics, microchipping, pet passports, laparoscopic surgery and veterinary acupuncture. Recent feedback consistently describes a friendly, experienced practice with helpful reception staff, easy appointment booking and clear communication. Owners also speak warmly about the clinic’s compassionate handling of difficult moments.

Haven Vets Ltd in Llanelli says it offers emergency veterinary services and is a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback is mostly very positive, with owners highlighting calm handling, clear advice, and compassionate care in both routine appointments and urgent cases. A smaller number of reviews raise concerns about fees, continuity between vets, and dissatisfaction with some outcomes.

Ystwyth Veterinary Practice Limited is an independent, family-run mixed practice in Aberystwyth, with a 12-vet team supported by qualified and trainee veterinary nurses, and it is an RCVS Practice Standards Practice. The practice covers small animals, farm animals and equine work, and the website also lists orthopaedics and soft tissue surgery, laparoscopy, physiotherapy, and an in-house surgical referral service. Recent feedback is especially strong around urgent appointments, calm handling of nervous pets, and clear communication, including updates for overnight emergency cases.

Jack’s Veterinary describes itself as independently owned. Reviews present it as a modern, welcoming practice that handles both routine appointments and more difficult situations, with specific mentions of dental surgery, cancer discussions and treatment planning, and compassionate end-of-life care. Owners regularly praise clear explanations, a calm approach with nervous pets, and openness around costs, with one review mentioning a same-day appointment for an unwell dog.

Nova Veterinary Centre in Newport offers routine veterinary care alongside diagnostics, surgery and urgent same-day appointments. Website information indicates facilities including a surgical suite, digital imaging, hospitalisation space, and separate dog, cat and isolation wards, with VidiVet used for out-of-hours online veterinary advice. Recent reviews consistently highlight clear communication, unrushed appointments and a friendly, welcoming environment.

Williams Veterinary Surgeons is a veterinary practice in Tywyn, Gwynedd, and it also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback points to a practice that handles both routine problems and sensitive end-of-life care with a calm, supportive approach. Reviews also highlight practical help such as home visits in some circumstances and prompt appointments for pets needing to be seen quickly.

Conway Road Veterinary Surgery is an independent practice in Colwyn Bay, established in 2015 after taking on a site with a longer history. It offers on-site diagnostics and surgical facilities, including digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, an in-house lab, and dentistry. Owners regularly mention the practice being able to fit pets in quickly, with reviews also highlighting a clean, modern, spacious clinic and the website noting separate dog and cat areas.

Fishguard Veterinary Services Ltd is an independent, family-run practice led by Dr Andrew Clemence and Dr Angus Clemence. It treats pets as well as farm and equine animals, and operates from a purpose-built site with modern equipment. Recent feedback often highlights quick access for urgent cases, clear explanations, and a compassionate approach, including during end-of-life care.

Arberth Veterinary Centre in Narberth is presented in reviews as an independent practice with a strong reputation for friendly service and clear communication. Owners describe using the clinic for both routine appointments and urgent situations, including being seen quickly in emergencies and having same-day surgery carried out when needed. Reception is repeatedly praised for being efficient and helpful, and dog physiotherapy is specifically highlighted as a valued service.

Barry Vets4Pets Ltd presents itself as a locally owned Vets4Pets practice and a veterinary nurse training facility. The clinic offers routine, diagnostic and surgical care on site, with facilities including an in-house laboratory, digital X-ray, ultrasound, ECG, operating theatre, isolation units, and separate dog and cat wards. It also states that out-of-hours emergency cover is provided through Valley VETS.

Bridge Veterinary Centre in Blackwood is part of IVC Evidensia and has been caring for pets for over 20 years. The practice is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility and promotes a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations. Recent reviews are largely very positive, with owners often highlighting clear communication, kind handling, and compassionate support during difficult end-of-life visits.

AllPets Veterinary Surgery describes itself as an independent practice in Prestatyn. Its website highlights higher-level facilities including CT scanning and digital endoscopic equipment for minimally invasive procedures, alongside surgical and referral-focused care. Recent reviews continue to point to strong urgent-care access, clear communication, and compassionate support during both routine treatment and end-of-life care.

Grange Veterinary Hospital in Mold is an RCVS-accredited veterinary hospital with a purpose-built site, and its website says it offers 24/7 out-of-hours emergency care as well as Pet Health Plans. Recent feedback remains largely positive about the standard of care, especially for urgent cases, compassionate support, and day-to-day handling of pets. A smaller number of recent reviews raise concerns about billing transparency and the cost or extent of some recommended treatment.

Merthyr Tydfil Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group and offers a broad first-opinion service in Merthyr Tydfil. Website-listed facilities include on-site diagnostics such as an in-house lab, ultrasound, digital X-ray and dental X-ray, alongside inpatient areas with separate dog and cat wards plus isolation. Recent feedback is mostly positive about the team’s kindness, particularly with anxious pets and end-of-life care, though one serious complaint describes alleged diagnostic failings in several small-pet cases.

Pontypridd Vets4Pets is part of the Vets4Pets group and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. It appears set up for routine GP care for cats and dogs, with reviews mentioning check-ups, parasite treatment, diagnostics, dentistry, written prescriptions, and WhatsApp communication. Recent feedback is mixed: many clients praise the team’s friendliness and support, while some raise concerns about medication costs, repeat blood tests, and a disputed diagnosis.