Dog & Cat Vets in Kent

Companion Care (Ashford) Ltd describes itself as a locally owned Companion Care practice. The website highlights a modern, well‑equipped setup (including an operating theatre, in‑house lab, digital imaging and separate cat/dog waiting areas) and notes emergency cover, with out-of-hours handled by Vets Now Ashford. Recent reviews include detailed accounts of rapid access for an urgent eye problem (seen within ~2 hours, fluorescein stain testing, and a booked follow‑up 2 days later) and peri‑operative updates during a spay (admission-to-discharge updates, including when the pet woke up). One reviewer reports the opposite experience on service consistency, citing late appointments, staff turnover, and a dispute with reception leading to being “cancelled” as a client.

The Shreen Veterinary Group offers routine pet healthcare (consultations, vaccinations, neutering, microchipping, dental care and nail clipping) plus emergency care, and lists support for a range of small pets including cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets and hamsters. The website also references a Pet Health Club® proactive healthcare plan, and one owner specifically mentions being “on a pet plan” for included treatments. Across the latest reviews, owners most often describe vets who take time to listen and explain options clearly (including “sensible transparent advice”), with one detailed account crediting vet Sophie with finding a medication that significantly improved an older cat’s episodes and day-to-day comfort. A minority of recent reviews raise concerns about practical support and handling: one owner reports no help getting through the door while juggling a pram and large dog, and that a nail clip couldn’t be completed, leaving the dog stressed and the owner advised to continue at home.

Wigmore Veterinary Centre is a veterinary practice that offers routine appointments (including kitten vaccinations) and is also used by owners for urgent problems and end-of-life care. Based on reviews, people mention getting same-day appointments after calling first thing, minimal waiting, and staff handling difficult situations (injured animals and euthanasia) with clear compassion. The clinic is also described as having “spotless facilities” in a recent vaccination visit.

Pattenden Veterinary Clinic Ltd describes itself as an independently run, family-owned practice with a purpose-built clinic and on-site facilities (including surgical suites, separate dog/cat wards, in-house lab testing, and advanced imaging). The website indicates it treats dogs, cats, poultry, and small furries, and offers both routine care and more advanced work-ups (X-rays/ultrasound) and surgery. From the latest reviews available to us, owners often describe practical support such as being “really helpful on the phone,” using a “pet club” for regular medications, and specific handling approaches like a “chill protocol” that allowed a procedure to be completed without prior aggression. However, there are also recent complaints describing an upsetting manner from a vet named “Laura/Lara” and one report of a requested £125 upfront payment (said to include consultation plus potential treatment/medication) with an appointment cancelled when the caller didn’t respond quickly.

Maison Dieu Vets is a small-animal practice (established in the late 1990s) that appears to be part of the CVS Group (their contact email uses the cvs.com domain). The practice lists in-house diagnostics (including an in-house lab, X-ray and ultrasound) and offers a broad mix of routine care and procedures—owners specifically mention dental work and end-of-life care in reviews. Recent reviews are mostly positive about compassion during euthanasia appointments and willingness to work to a budget for dentistry, but one reviewer raises a serious concern about a lump being described as a cyst years earlier and later found to be cancerous, with knock-on worries about insurance. Concrete specifics supported by the site/reviews: - In-house lab, X-ray and ultrasound listed on the website. - Dentistry is offered, and owners mention teeth work being done while “sticking to my budget.” - Pet travel documentation is offered; one reviewer describes being invited in to review paperwork together for an AHC certificate. - Multiple reviews describe calm, empathetic euthanasia support and a peaceful process.

Two Parkwood Vets is part of the Mote Park Vet Group and presents itself (via its website) as a modern, well‑equipped practice with experience in surgery, medicine and orthopaedics. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly mention fast access to appointments (including same‑day and being seen within a couple of hours), clear, “no‑nonsense” advice, and a feeling that recommendations aren’t driven by selling extras (one reviewer specifically praises them for not trying to “flog” drugs or add-on fees). Dental work is also directly referenced, with one owner saying the team explained the dental treatment clearly and helped them feel at ease.

Dacre House Veterinary Clinic describes itself as independently owned (not part of a corporate group) and established over 30 years ago. The website says it aims to keep prices “as fair as possible,” and explains that the practice is owned by Bradley and Liz (after being set up in 1986 by Chris and Sue Murray). Reviewers most often mention straightforward appointment access (“never have an issue making our regular appointments”), vets who listen and are approachable (specifically naming Gabriella), and costs being “very reasonable,” though one recent 1‑star review alleges a serious dispute about end‑of‑life care and payment.

Pennard Vets is described by reviewers as an independent practice, with a 4.8★ Google rating from 191 reviews. From the experiences shared, it seems set up for routine preventative care (annual vaccinations and health checks) as well as same-day help for urgent concerns (for example, lethargy and a paint-covered coat). Owners repeatedly mention thorough examinations with clear explanations of the treatment rationale, and some note being fitted in on the same day when they called. A monthly plan/subscription is also referenced several times as good value.

Medivet Birchington - Eagle Vets is part of the Medivet group. Based on the information available, it handles routine appointments (including 6‑monthly check-ups) as well as more involved cases such as dental problems and surgery, with some owners describing multi-visit care over several months. Reviews also describe how the team handles urgent concerns late in the day: reception staff triaging questions, pets being taken in promptly for assessment, and vets talking owners through diagnostic and treatment options (including blood tests, injections, and take-home medication). The practice is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.

Barrow Hill Veterinary Centre is an RCVS Accredited small-animal practice that describes having state-of-the-art facilities. It operates as part of a multi-branch group (reviews mention being able to use an alternative site), and the clinic states that out-of-hours emergency care is transferred to VetsNow. From the latest reviews, owners most often describe long-term support for ongoing/complex conditions (one owner thanks the team for helping maintain a dog’s quality of life over the final two years), and clear explanations during consults (a vet named Jacob is praised for detailed explanations). There’s also a clear split in experiences around front-desk interactions and logistics: some praise helpful reception staff, while others report issues such as arriving to find medication unavailable and feeling challenged over invoicing arrangements.