Best Vets in Kent

Fern Cottage Veterinary Surgery is a small-animal practice established in 1974, treating dogs, cats and rabbits. The clinic describes a focus on continuity of care and is an approved veterinary nurse training centre. From the website, it’s set up for routine and medical work (consultations, six‑month health checks, vaccinations, parasite control) as well as surgery and in‑house diagnostics (lab tests plus X‑ray and ultrasound). Recent reviews include detailed examples of same‑day follow-up with test results for an elderly cat, alongside a few complaints about reception advice and consultation charging (including a short post‑op check being billed as a full consult).

Green Lane Veterinary Clinic is a long-established practice (established in 1999) that reviewers describe as independent rather than part of a chain. The clinic website states that urgent and emergency cases take priority over routine ailments, and it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility (one reviewer describes being asked whether a junior nurse could observe an appointment). From the latest reviews available, owners commonly mention: - Fast access for injuries (an “immediate appointment” for an injured cat). - Ongoing care for senior pets and end-of-life support (a 15-year-old dog with fits/seizures; “care till the end”). - A clear split in experiences: many praise the team’s care, while a small number describe serious concerns about professionalism and handling during consultations (including one detailed account relating to a vaccination appointment and subsequent illness).

Wellpets Vets Kent appears to be part of the wider Wellpets group (as presented on its website, which references multiple Wellpets branches) rather than a single independent practice. The website highlights an Out of Hours Service, diagnostic services, nurse clinics, and a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations. Recent reviews describe routine care such as cat vaccinations (including a follow-up jab booked three weeks later) and dog booster injections, plus a thorough, gentle exam for a dog’s injury. Feedback is mixed: several owners describe staff taking time to settle nervous pets, while one recent reviewer says they would go elsewhere if they want a vet that “truly cares”.

Clover Street Veterinary Clinic is part of the Mote Park Group (the clinic website lists it among the group’s branches). Based on owner reports, the practice appears set up for routine care and surgery (vaccinations, spays, dental extractions) as well as urgent same‑day problems (e.g., allergic reaction with facial/ear swelling and vomiting treated quickly when another vet couldn’t see the pet). Several reviewers also describe aftercare follow-ups after treatment, including a nervous dog returning happily for aftercare. Feedback is mixed on front-desk/phone interactions: some owners describe helpful booking and reasonable appointment wait times, while others report rude calls and being told they were no longer welcome.

Mark Nelson Vets is an independent small-animal practice established in 1982 by Mark Nelson and his father, Michael. The practice is set up for everyday primary-care work (vaccinations, health checks, long-term condition monitoring) with in-house diagnostics including x‑ray, ultrasound, blood pressure monitoring, and an in-house lab, plus modern anaesthetic equipment (including electrically warmed surgery tables). From the latest reviews, owners most often describe a thorough, “keep-looking-until-the-cause-is-found” approach and vets who take time to explain options—alongside a small number of comments about front-desk manner being a problem. Specific examples mentioned include identifying dental disease that led to multiple tooth removals, diagnosing flea-bite allergy behind fur loss, and doing an older dog’s nail trim during a vaccination visit rather than requiring a separate nurse appointment. One reviewer also describes planning a follow-up appointment with a named locum vet.

RSPCA Medway West Branch is part of the RSPCA charity rather than a corporate veterinary group. Based on the information available, it appears set up primarily for animal welfare support and signposting—rather than a typical full-service vet practice—with reviews describing: a pet food bank, phone guidance on rehoming, and help finding a route to “affordable vet” support for a rescue cat. Several reviewers mention staff taking time to talk through situations and put people “in touch with the right people,” while one older review reports a sharply different experience (felt rushed and spoken to without empathy when asking about blood tests for puppies).

Vets for Pets Aylesford describes itself as a locally owned practice and is set up as a modern, well-equipped clinic with in-house diagnostics (including digital X‑ray, ultrasound and an in-house lab) and an operating theatre. The service list suggests it’s geared not just to routine care but also to orthopaedics and cardiology, plus surgery and imaging workups. In the latest reviews available, multiple owners single out specific team members (Tanith, Jay and Chloe) for help during ongoing treatment, including working within financial constraints, while one negative review describes a microchip/sex-record error for a kitten and frustration with being asked about a care plan.

Warren House Veterinary Group – Rochester Surgery is part of the Warren House Veterinary Group, a group of four small‑animal practices that says it has been treating pets since 1982. The website indicates they see cats, dogs and rabbits. Recent reviews are mixed: several long‑term clients describe using the practice “for years” and mention an empathetic vet and an “excellent” level of cleanliness, while multiple 1‑star reviews describe concerns about waiting past appointment times, medication availability, and being charged for items the owner says they didn’t consent to.

Harrietsham Veterinary Clinic is a veterinary surgery offering medicine, surgery and orthopaedics, and it lists care for dogs, cats and a range of smaller/exotic pets (including ferrets and parrots). The website advertises a “modern, well-equipped” practice and a specific microchipping offer (£9.99 for kittens/puppies under 6 months). From the latest reviews available to us, owners often mention being seen quickly for urgent issues (including an early-morning emergency that was seen within about 30 minutes, and same-day appointments). Reviews also point to a notable interest in ferret care (one reviewer specifically recommends “Rachel” for ferrets). Feedback is mixed on cost and clinical decision-making: some praise the practice for being upfront/reasonable about costs, while others describe a quoted X‑ray price rising substantially on the day and feeling pushed towards a monthly subscription.

Easipetcare is part of the easipetcare group and treats cats and dogs. Based on its own service list, it’s set up for routine preventive care (vaccinations, parasite control), common procedures such as neutering and dental work, and ongoing support for older pets and weight management. Reviews describe both routine visits (health checks and vaccinations) and urgent same-day care (an “in hours emergency appointment” after a dog attack), with some owners praising clear explanations of “treatments and alternatives.” However, a minority of recent reviews report concerns about perceived upselling and poor empathy in a serious case, so experiences appear mixed depending on the clinician and situation.