Hawkinge Veterinary Surgery – Vets in Hawkinge
Clinic Overview
Hawkinge Veterinary Surgery is an independently owned, purpose-built small-animal clinic. Based on its own service list, it’s set up for routine care plus more complex surgical work (including orthopaedic, abdominal, and chest surgery) and has on-site X‑ray. The clinic also states it has a separate waiting area for cats, rabbits, and smaller pets, alongside space for dogs, and it is a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.
From the latest written reviews available to us, owners most often describe thorough consultations where the vet listens and explains, and several mention costs feeling reasonable compared with other practices, though one recent review is 1 star without written detail, so the reason for dissatisfaction isn’t clear from the information provided.
Services
Services and capabilities mentioned by the clinic website include
- •General surgery (the clinic states it is fully equipped for surgery)
- •Orthopaedic surgery (for “various orthopaedic conditions”)
- •Abdominal surgery
- •Chest surgery
- •Neutering surgery
- •X‑ray
- •Species treated listed by the clinic: dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets
- •Facility/policy noted: separate waiting area for cats, rabbits, and smaller pets (and space for dogs)
People
Named individuals mentioned in reviews
- •John (role not stated): one long-term client notes they used the practice “since the beginning when it was just John,” and describes consistently high standards of care for their dogs.
What clients repeatedly point to about the team (not tied to specific named staff)
- •Reception team described as welcoming, including first-visit experiences.
- •Vets described as thorough and listening carefully, with one reviewer saying their worries were listened to and their dog was treated appropriately.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.7 stars from 182 reviews. “”
- •Thorough consultations and listening: reviewers describe vets taking concerns seriously and being careful in assessing pets before treating.
- •Perceived value/costs: multiple owners say bills felt reasonable or that they didn’t feel overcharged, including a comparison to a previous vet for minor issues.
- •Team interaction: repeated mentions of a welcoming reception and helpful staff across reception, nurses, and vets.
- •Mixed signal present: there is a recent 1‑star review without written details, so the specific issue can’t be verified from the available text.
Special Services
Animals Treated at Hawkinge Veterinary Surgery
Animals We Treat
Companion Animals
Opening Hours – Hawkinge Veterinary Surgery
Opening Hours
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Reviews for Hawkinge Veterinary Surgery
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 182 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
Chelsea Martin
in the last week
mark&holly owenwoods
2 months ago
Martin Bailey
4 months ago
I was recommended this Vet surgery by a neighbour after I was complaining to them about the very high Vets bills for very minor issues from my regular Vets . So, I thought I'd try them. What a lovely team! First visit but welcomed by a very friendly and warm reception team. The vet was really thorough and listened carefully to my worries then treated my dog appropriately. The bill was very reasonable (much less than my previous vet would have charged) and I feel very confident in that team. I would certainly recommend them to other pet owners.
Martin Bailey
2 months ago
I was recommended this Vet surgery by a neighbour after I was complaining to them about the very high Vets bills for very minor issues from my regular Vets . So, I thought I'd try them. What a lovely team! First visit but welcomed by a very friendly and warm reception team. The vet was really thorough and listened carefully to my worries then treated my dog appropriately. The bill was very reasonable (much less than my previous vet would have charged) and I feel very confident in that team. I would certainly recommend them to other pet owners.
Jemima Wyrill
6 months ago
Simply Fantastic. We moved to Hawkinge last year from Hythe. We have been so fortunate to be able to register our pets at this practice. The service from the welcoming reception team to nurses and vets is the best care and advice we have ever received. It is so refreshing to receive true care based on our individual pets needs.
Jemima Wyrill
4 months ago
Simply Fantastic. We moved to Hawkinge last year from Hythe. We have been so fortunate to be able to register our pets at this practice. The service from the welcoming reception team to nurses and vets is the best care and advice we have ever received. It is so refreshing to receive true care based on our individual pets needs.
Matthew Forest
6 months ago
Claire Roberts
11 months ago
I've used hawkinge vets since the beginning when it was just John , I've always been treated extremely well and more importantly my dogs have been treated to the highest standards possible , the staff are amazing friendly and extremely helpful and very knowledgeable about their roles , I have built a very good relationship with all that work thier and I would never go anywhere else . thank you for all your hard work in keeping my dogs well and treating each and everyone of then with so much kindness and care , always greatful .
Mark Harding
a year ago
Really lovely people who care deeply for our pets. They are always ready to help and never fail to support us. They have looked after our dogs with skill and kindness. Great people 😊
Katy Moat
a year ago
Honestly love these vets, they've been amazing with all of my dogs. Only been with the practice for a year, but we've definitely been more times than we'd like. Best vets in the area by far, you don't feel overcharged for the quality of care, and all of the staff are amazing. Many thanks from Shorts and his entourage.
