Emergency Vets in Kent

Broadway Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent practice in Herne Bay, treating small animals beyond cats and dogs, including rabbits, guinea pigs, birds and reptiles. For urgent problems outside normal hours, the practice says it uses VetsNow for out-of-hours care, 24/7 all year round. Recent feedback often highlights the purpose-built practice, clear communication, and supportive care during difficult end-of-life decisions.

Medivet Evegate - Montgomery Veterinary Clinic in Ashford is part of the Medivet group. It appears set up for routine care, surgery and urgent same-day problems, with access to emergency care through Medivet’s 24-hour centres. Recent feedback continues to highlight clear explanations, kind handling of nervous pets and a calm, professional approach.

Medivet Edenbridge / Lingfield Lodge Veterinary Clinic is part of the Medivet group and appears focused mainly on small animal care. It offers routine and preventive veterinary care alongside dental work, with access to 24-hour emergency care through one of Medivet’s emergency centres. Recent feedback is consistently very positive, with long-standing clients describing friendly service, clear communication and calm handling of pets.

Briar House Veterinary Surgery in Broadstairs is part of the Kent Veterinary Surgeries group, and its website also says it is independently owned by DNA Vetcare. It provides 24/7 emergency care and inpatient hospitalisation, with owners describing quick after-hours appointments, transfers for overnight care, and regular updates during a stay. The practice covers routine and preventative care as well as surgery and longer-term medical management, and reviews often highlight calm, kind handling of nervous pets.

Abbeywell Veterinary Clinic in Folkestone, Kent describes itself as an independent practice and a veterinary nurse training facility. It appears set up for routine preventative care alongside travel/admin services such as Animal Health Certificates (AHC), plus general procedures (a cat spay is specifically mentioned). Many owners highlight clear explanations and supportive aftercare, while a smaller number report concerns about cost pressure around advanced diagnostics or missed serious conditions.

Medivet Ashford Middlesex / Redleaves Veterinary Centre is part of the Medivet group. The practice appears set up for both routine care and urgent or same-day needs, with escalation to advanced diagnostics and referral when required. Recent feedback highlights efficient booking, clear explanations, compassionate handling, and thoughtful support during difficult end-of-life situations.

- Fast emergency response is a repeated theme, with owners describing pets being seen straight away or within minutes after calling. - Compassionate end-of-life care stands out strongly, especially around euthanasia appointments where families felt supported, informed, and not rushed; home euthanasia is also remembered very warmly. - Clear communication and thoughtful handling are mentioned often, including time taken to explain treatment plans, honesty about prognosis, and sensitive handling of anxious pets and worried owners.

- Many reviewers describe the team as friendly, calm, and reassuring, with especially positive comments about handling nervous dogs gently and helping them settle. - Owners repeatedly mention clear explanations during stressful situations, including surgery, and say they feel listened to rather than rushed. - There is strong praise for the whole team across reception, admin, nurses, and vets, with several long-term clients saying the practice knows their animals well and provides good continuity of care.

Medivet Minster in Ramsgate is part of the Medivet group and offers 24/7 emergency care, including overnight emergency cover. Recent feedback is largely positive, with owners often praising the team for being friendly, helpful and easy to talk to, especially around routine appointments and repeat prescriptions. Reviews also show some tension around cost, with a small number of complaints about high bills and one repeated allegation about unnecessary diagnostics and poor X-ray interpretation.