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Dog & Cat Vets in Kent

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4.7

Our Score (95/100)

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Featured Clinic Overview

Updated January 2026
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate

Recent reviews show a clear split: many describe friendly staff, clear explanations, and fast follow-up (including one case where an unwell dog was seen quickly and reviewed again two days later), while a minority report very high quotes for diagnostics/treatment and feel pressured toward expensive testing or given inconsistent diagnoses across different vets.

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#2 Ranking

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4.9(392 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
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cat
bird
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Beacon View Vets is described on its website as an independent practice, and it emphasises a Fear Free certified environment with Cat Friendly and Dog Friendly accreditations. The clinic appears set up for both routine care and more advanced investigations/procedures, with services listed such as CT scans and keyhole surgery, alongside dentistry and endoscopy.

#3 Ranking

Our Score (93/100)

4.9(309 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Canterbury Veterinary Surgery is independently owned by DNA Vetcare. The practice presents itself as a general veterinary clinic offering “Surgery & Medicine”, preventative care, health checks/clinics, hospitalisation, and pet travel advice, and it is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Our Score (93/100)

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4.8(300 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
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cat
bird
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Medivet Evegate - Montgomery Veterinary Clinic is part of the Medivet group (a network of 400+ practices, including 27 24‑hour centres). From the information available, the clinic appears set up for routine care plus urgent same‑day problems, with owners repeatedly describing clear explanations of treatment choices and costs.

Our Score (93/100)

4.9(238 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
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cat
bird
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Hythe Veterinary Centre is an independent, family-owned practice and is RCVS accredited. The website describes the clinic as being led by vet Colin Armstrong (special interest in surgery) alongside Helen, with a focus on a “personal and relaxed” approach.

Our Score (93/100)

4.9(217 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Swaleside Veterinary Surgery describes itself as independently owned and part of the Kent Veterinary Surgeries group. The clinic is set up for general practice care with in-house diagnostics (digital x-ray and in-house laboratory testing) plus surgical and dental facilities. Recent reviews repeatedly mention thorough explanations and time to discuss options (including not feeling pushed into treatments), day-care/hospitalisation where pets are returned “relaxed and happy,” and ongoing management of longer-term problems like pain and mobility issues.

Our Score (93/100)

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4.8(205 reviews)
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
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Medivet Willesborough - Peter Edgar Vets is part of the Medivet group. Based on the information available, the practice appears set up for routine care (annual check-ups and vaccinations) as well as urgent decision-making, with reviews describing rapid organisation of same-day specialist referral for a suspected slipped disc. Owners also mention support with chronic/complex cases (for example, a dog with heart problems) and treatment that includes medication plans and strict rest instructions after referral.

Our Score (92/100)

4.7(537 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat

The Meopham Veterinary Hospital is an RCVS certified Veterinary Hospital with a 24-hour emergency service and nursing staff on-site 24/7 for in-patients (365 days a year). Based on its stated facilities and recent client experiences, it’s set up for both routine care (consultations, vaccinations, microchipping) and complex referral-style work (CT scanning, ophthalmology and other surgery), alongside rehabilitation services (hydrotherapy/physiotherapy) and an in-house groomer.

Our Score (92/100)

Verified Prices (GBP)£
4.9(236 reviews)
Emergency Services
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

Medivet Edenbridge / Lingfield Lodge Veterinary Clinic is part of the Medivet group (long-term clients note it joined Medivet, and one review mentions the online interface feels “klunky” but says care hasn’t changed). Based on the information available, the practice appears set up primarily for small animal care, with reviews specifically describing dental work and routine health assessments. Owners also mention practical, decision-relevant behaviours such as taking time to answer questions (including for a very pregnant cat) and pets appearing calm and relaxed during visits (noted by an owner of a nervous-sensitive breed).

#10

Our Score (92/100)

5.0(146 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

Swale Barn Vets is a veterinary practice that’s listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews repeatedly mention surgical and medical care ranging from laparoscopic spays to urgent internal-medicine problems, with specific comments about fast turnaround on diagnostics (blood tests “in a couple of hours”) and attentive peri- and post-operative support. Owners also mention being seen “right away” for an unwell cat, and one reviewer highlights access to CT imaging through external imaging providers.

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