Best Vets in Kent

Dacre House Veterinary Clinic is an independently owned practice, established in 1986 and owned by Bradley and Liz Curtis. It appears set up for ongoing, general pet care across multiple species (dogs, cats and guinea pigs are all specifically mentioned in reviews), as well as difficult end-of-life support. Owners repeatedly describe practical, outcome-focused care—such as a cat’s problem being “identified and treated effectively”—and note that appointment times are “well kept” and the pricing structure is “clear.” Reviews also include several accounts of compassionate euthanasia support. One recent review conflicts with the broader pattern, alleging “unprofessional management” and “awful” communication.

Silver Gate Vets focuses on at-home euthanasia for companion animals, with arrangements for aftercare/cremation mentioned by both the website and reviewers. Recent reviews repeatedly describe fast, detailed communication about price and what the visit involves (including via WhatsApp/text), vets explaining each step and answering questions, and a calm, unhurried procedure at home (owners mention the vet staying with them and not rushing). Several reviewers also note Silver Gate organised collection and cremation through named crematorium partners, so families “didn’t have to worry about anything” in the immediate aftermath.

Manor Veterinary Centre is an independent veterinary surgery and part of the Kent Veterinary Surgeries group, with RCVS Accreditation. Based on its website, it offers general practice care (medicine and surgery), preventative healthcare, hospitalisation, and pet travel advice. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly mention being fitted in quickly for urgent problems (including being seen between appointments and “straight away”), clear explanations with time for questions, and practical treatment on the day (for example, blood tests and an anti-inflammatory injection).

Pennard Vets is an independent, employee-owned practice (described as part of “the world’s largest employee-owned veterinary group”). The website says they handle their own out-of-hours work, aiming for clients to “always see a familiar face.” Recent reviews strongly focus on support for nervous animals (treats from reception, calm handling, not rushing), separate waiting areas for cats and dogs / segregated spaces, and clear explanations from vets—alongside one recent complaint about a 50-minute wait and lack of communication during that delay.

Pennard Vets Maidstone describes itself as an independent, employee-owned practice, with Stress-free and Positive Pet accreditation. The website also states they handle their own out-of-hours work so clients “always see a familiar face,” and they support online booking and virtual consults (via PetsApp). Recent reviews most often point to calm, confidence-building handling (dogs that are happy to come in despite needing treatment) and flexibility when plans change (being fitted in after a booking mix‑up, or being seen after arriving without an appointment). One recent review strongly disagrees with this picture, alleging a missed urgent illness in a cat and that tests were not treated as urgent.

Medivet Faversham is part of the Medivet group (corporate). The clinic is set up for routine preventive care as well as more involved diagnostics and surgery, including minimally invasive “keyhole” procedures, with an in-house laboratory and imaging (X‑rays/ultrasound) listed on its site. It also states it holds the ISFM Silver Standard Cat‑Friendly Clinic Award and is a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention clear explanations of treatment and costs, good timekeeping, and calm handling of nervous pets. One review describes the team keeping the practice open past closing to allow an emergency euthanasia, with staff noted for compassionate support.

Mead Veterinary Centre is set up for round-the-clock care, including emergency cases, and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews repeatedly describe fast access in urgent situations (several mention being seen within about an hour), active triage while waiting (reception monitoring pets and keeping owners updated), and ongoing follow-up updates after emergency treatment. End-of-life care is a frequent theme too, with multiple owners describing being given unhurried time and clear, compassionate explanations. A few reviews also highlight bilingual support—having procedures explained in Spanish by vets who speak it.

Time2SayGoodBye is focused specifically on pet euthanasia, offering appointments either at a purpose-built clinic or via a mobile (at-home) service. Recent reviewers repeatedly describe unhurried appointments where the vet explains the process step-by-step, uses sedation to keep pets comfortable, and gives families private time before proceeding. Several accounts also mention small, practical touches—such as a “lounge”-style setting with a dog bed and treats, staff staying with the pet throughout, and a condolence card afterwards.

Whitstable Bay Veterinary Centre is an independent practice owned and run by husband-and-wife vets Adam and Vicky Scutt (per the clinic website). The practice appears set up for longer, lower-stress consultations (the website states 15-minute appointments as standard and quieter appointment times for nervous pets) and routine-to-intermediate care for dogs, cats, and rabbits. From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe accommodating anxious pets (including allowing a nervous dog to settle for 45+ minutes while a sedative took effect before x-rays) and support around end-of-life care (including planned home visits for euthanasia). A minority of recent reviews raise concerns about pricing transparency and reception interactions, including a disputed admin fee and surprise charges.

Bourne Veterinary Practice provides care for cats, dogs and small pets, with in-house options that go beyond routine appointments (hydrotherapy and acupuncture are both listed on its website). Reviews repeatedly mention practical, pet-specific handling and follow-through—such as making special arrangements for a fearful dog (including giving an injection while the owner sat outside with the dog on their lap) and ongoing hydrotherapy support after a dog’s leg amputation to rebuild strength and confidence. Owners also mention the practice proactively booking appointments when needed and being “usually running on time”.