Specialist Vets in Kent

Kings Road Veterinary Surgery in Westerham is a small practice with a strong reputation for kind, practical care and clear communication. It treats cats and dogs, offers surgical care, and provides out-of-hours advice through Vidivet. Reviews consistently describe a friendly, homely feel, with particular praise for compassionate support in difficult situations.

Little Hoppers Animal Hospital Group describes itself as an independent veterinary group, established in 2020, with multiple branches. The practice offers routine care such as vaccinations, neutering and dentistry, alongside more complex diagnostics and surgery listed on its website. Owners often mention clear explanations, straightforward cost discussions, online booking, and appointments generally running close to time.

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.

Swaleside Veterinary Surgery in Sittingbourne describes itself as independently owned and part of the Kent Veterinary Surgeries group. It is set up for general practice care with in-house diagnostics, surgical and dental facilities, plus hospitalisation/day-care support. Recent feedback continues to highlight clear explanations, unhurried appointments, and a calm, caring approach with both routine and more complex cases.

Vintage Veterinary Practice in Margate offers routine, surgical and emergency veterinary care, with the website stating the practice is open 24/7 and has an in-house laboratory. Services mentioned span everyday checks and vaccinations through to more involved procedures such as C-sections, BOAS, cherry eye, neutering and orthopaedic surgery. Recent feedback is especially positive about calm handling, fast access when pets need help urgently, and strong follow-up support.

Animal House Veterinary Services (Deal) Ltd says it is independently owned and has been established since 2007, caring for more than 5,000 families. Its website lists in-house diagnostics and surgical facilities including X-ray, ultrasound, dental X-ray, a full in-house laboratory, modern surgical equipment, isolation facilities and cat-friendly areas. For urgent questions outside appointments, it also offers 24/7 vet guidance through VidiVet.

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.

Cinque Ports Veterinary Group Ltd is part of Linnaeus and offers routine appointments, with a stated 24/7 emergency service through Vets Now at the Cinque Ports Veterinary Hospital. Reviews highlight helpful, patient staff, clear explanations, and appointments that run smoothly. Owners also mention thoughtful touches at puppy visits and practical support for nervous pets, while one review notes limited wheelchair access at the entrance and says staff helped with alternatives.

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 Faversham is part of the Medivet group. The clinic offers routine preventive care alongside diagnostics and surgery, with its website listing an in-house laboratory, X-rays, ultrasound, endoscopy, orthopaedics and minimally invasive “keyhole” procedures. It also states that it holds the ISFM Silver Standard Cat-Friendly Clinic Award and is a veterinary nurse training facility.

Medivet Gravesend is part of the Medivet network and also operates as a veterinary nurse training practice. It appears set up for routine vet care, with 24/7 emergency support available through Medivet’s out-of-hours service. Recent feedback continues to highlight quick access to appointments, kind handling of nervous pets, and a clean, welcoming practice.

Medivet Sheerness is part of the Medivet veterinary group in Sheerness, Kent. It offers routine appointments and can arrange access to Medivet’s 24-hour emergency centres for overnight emergencies. Recent feedback is largely very positive, with owners often describing kind, professional care and a calm atmosphere, especially for cats, alongside one repeated complaint about difficulty getting through by phone.

Medivet West Kingsdown is part of the Medivet group and offers routine preventative care alongside in-practice diagnostics, including an in-house lab, ultrasound, X-rays and dentistry. The clinic’s own information says it sees cats, dogs, rabbits, exotics, avians and reptiles, and also offers nurse clinics and 15-minute consultations. Recent feedback consistently highlights friendly, reassuring handling, thorough check-ups and clear advice, particularly around vaccinations, parasite control and general wellbeing. Out-of-hours care is provided by Medivet 24 Hour Dartford.

Parkvets Veterinary Clinic in Longfield provides veterinary care for dogs, cats, rabbits and exotics, with repeat prescriptions and a stated 24-hour emergency service. The clinic is noted as a Cat Friendly Practice. Recent feedback points to clear communication, a welcoming team and compassionate support during difficult visits.

Pennard Vets in West Malling is presented as an independent practice, with a 4.8★ Google rating from 206 reviews. It appears set up for routine preventative care such as vaccinations, parasite treatments and health checks, alongside prompt help for urgent concerns, including same-day or next-day appointments in some cases. Reviews consistently highlight thorough examinations, clear explanations, and a calm, friendly approach with pets and owners. A monthly plan is also mentioned positively by several clients.

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.

Aylesham Veterinary Clinic is a satellite branch of White Mill Veterinary Centre, the trading name of Sandwich Veterinary Centre Ltd. It provides routine and ongoing veterinary care, including diagnostic, medical, surgical and after-care support. The clinic’s website says it sees a wide range of species, from dogs and cats to small furries, reptiles, caged birds, farm animals and equine.

Dacre House Veterinary Clinic is an independently owned practice in Tunbridge Wells, established in 1986 and owned by Bradley and Liz Curtis. It offers general veterinary care for common pets including dogs, cats and guinea pigs, with recent feedback also highlighting compassionate support around euthanasia. Recent reviews are strongly positive overall, especially for kindness, clear communication and practical care.

Hawkinge Veterinary Surgery is an independently owned, purpose-built small-animal clinic in Hawkinge, Kent. The clinic offers routine care alongside more complex surgical work, including orthopaedic, abdominal, and chest surgery, and it has on-site X-ray. It also states that it has a separate waiting area for cats, rabbits, and smaller pets, as well as space for dogs, and it is a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent feedback is strongly positive, with clients often highlighting compassionate care, clear communication, and a welcoming team.

Kingsferry Veterinary Clinic is part of the Mote Park Veterinary Group. Its website presents it as a modern, well-equipped practice with a bright, spacious waiting room, large consulting rooms and ample parking. The clinic offers routine appointments alongside medicine, surgery and orthopaedics, and recent reviews often highlight caring handling of pets during both regular visits and more emotional moments. Feedback is largely positive overall, though there are some notable complaints around a stray-cat end-of-life case and flea-treatment advice.

Medivet Birchington - Eagle Vets is part of the Medivet group. It offers routine appointments as well as care for more involved problems such as dental issues, surgery, and urgent illness, with reviews describing both same-day help and follow-up over several months. The practice is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility, and Medivet states clients have access to emergency care via its 24-hour centres.

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.

Pattenden Veterinary Clinic Ltd is an independently run, family-owned practice in Marden, with a purpose-built clinic and on-site facilities including surgical suites, separate dog and cat wards, in-house lab testing, and imaging. It treats dogs, cats, poultry, and small furries, covering routine care as well as more advanced diagnostics and surgery. Recent feedback is largely positive about the team’s care, practical advice, and compassion, though there are some concerns about communication and manner in a small number of reviews.

Sandhole Veterinary Centre in Snodland is a Linnaeus-owned practice. It offers urgent care, end-of-life support, and treatment for a mix of common pets and smaller species, with recent feedback often highlighting clear explanations and a calm, caring approach. Owners also regularly mention helpful admin support, including quick prescription turnaround.

Warren House Veterinary Group – Lordswood Surgery in Chatham is part of Warren House Veterinary Group, a four-practice small-animal group established in 1982, and is within Linnaeus. The practice treats cats, dogs and rabbits, and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback consistently highlights prompt appointments, friendly communication, and a calm, reassuring approach with pets and owners.

Wigmore Veterinary Centre in Rainham, Kent is part of IVC Evidensia. The practice offers a mix of routine care and faster access for more urgent concerns, with reviews highlighting same-day appointments, compassionate handling of injuries, and supportive end-of-life care. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Animed Veterinary Centre in Whitstable is part of the CVS group. The practice offers routine veterinary care alongside diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, nurse clinics and home visits, and it sees a broad mix of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, reptiles and tortoises. During opening hours, emergencies are handled by the practice; out-of-hours emergencies are referred to MiNightVet Canterbury.

Cinque Ports Veterinary Group in Hawkhurst is part of Linnaeus. The practice offers routine veterinary care and uses Vets Now at Cinque Ports Veterinary Hospital for 24-hour, 365-day emergency cover. Owner feedback is largely positive about communication, calm handling of nervous dogs, and friendly staff, although some reviews describe a more transactional feel around reminders and prescription or appointment policies.

Cinque Ports Veterinary Group in Tenterden is part of the Linnaeus group and offers routine veterinary care, with out-of-hours emergencies handled separately by Vets Now 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The practice appears geared toward ongoing preventative care as well as treatments such as dental work. Recent feedback consistently highlights friendly staff, clear explanations, and reassuring aftercare.

Maidstone Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group. The practice appears set up for routine and ongoing pet healthcare, including preventative care plans, alongside day procedures, urgent appointments, and end-of-life care. Recent reviews continue to highlight clear communication, follow-up after treatment, and compassionate support when pets are seriously ill or being put to sleep.

Mead Veterinary Centre offers round-the-clock veterinary care, including emergency cases, and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback continues to highlight quick access in urgent situations, active triage while owners wait, and follow-up updates after emergency treatment. Compassionate end-of-life support is another recurring strength, with some owners also valuing Spanish-language explanations from vets.

Parkvets Veterinary Clinic in Swanley is part of the Parkvets group and is accredited by the RCVS, with Cat Friendly Practice status. The clinic says it cares for dogs, cats, rabbits and exotics, and offers a 24-hour emergency service. Recent feedback is strongly positive, with owners highlighting clear communication, compassionate handling and persistence with difficult cases.

Warren House Veterinary Group – Rochester Surgery is the Rochester branch of Warren House Veterinary Group and is part of Linnaeus. The group says it has been treating pets since 1982 across four small-animal practices, and the website indicates this surgery sees cats, dogs and rabbits. Recent feedback is mostly positive, with many long-standing clients praising the caring team and clean environment, though a small number of reviewers raise concerns about delays, medication supply and unexpected charges.

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.

Dover (Whitfield) Vets4Pets is a Vets4Pets practice in Dover, Kent, offering routine and more advanced veterinary care for common pets as well as a wide range of exotic species. Website-listed facilities include imaging, in-house laboratory testing, dentistry and orthopaedic procedures, alongside nurse clinics, health plans, home visits and pet travel documentation. When the practice is closed, emergency cover is provided by Vets Now.

Gillingham Kent Vets4Pets is a Vets4Pets practice in Gillingham, Kent. The clinic appears set up for routine consultations, follow-up care and urgent cases, with reviews describing clear explanations, treatment options and emergency support when owners called ahead. Recent feedback is mixed: alongside praise for compassionate care and good recoveries, some owners report concerns about communication, policy handling and added charges.

Cinque Ports Veterinary Group Ltd in Wye is part of Linnaeus. The clinic website highlights preventative care, including a Pet Health for Life Plan, and says out-of-hours emergencies are covered 24/7/365 by Vets Now at the Cinque Ports Veterinary Hospital. Recent feedback linked to the profile is dominated by cost concerns, although some comments appear to relate to other Linnaeus practices rather than this branch.

Sounder Equine Ltd is an equine veterinary practice in Marden, Kent, with reviews centred on ambulatory call-out care for urgent and routine cases. Recent feedback consistently highlights quick attendance, clear explanations, thoughtful follow-up, and calm handling of horses with complex or individual needs. Reviews also point to compassionate support during difficult situations, including end-of-life care.

Dacre House Veterinary Clinic presents itself as an independently owned Tunbridge Wells practice rather than part of a corporate group, and says it has been established for over 30 years. The clinic website names Bradley and Liz as the current owners, after Chris and Sue Murray set up the practice in 1986. Recent feedback is mostly warm and positive, with owners highlighting kind care, approachable clinicians and fair pricing.

Manor Veterinary Centre in Chatham is an independent veterinary surgery within the Kent Veterinary Surgeries group and holds RCVS Accreditation. Its website lists general practice care including medicine and surgery, preventative healthcare, health checks and clinics, hospitalisation, and pet travel advice, with out-of-hours emergencies handled via a separate contact number. Recent reviews paint a very positive picture of a friendly, compassionate team that explains things clearly and is often helpful when problems need attention quickly.

Swale Barn Vets is a veterinary practice in Faversham and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews point to a mix of routine and more involved care, including laparoscopic spays, urgent medical work-ups, fast blood-test turnaround, and access to CT imaging through external imaging providers. Recent feedback also highlights a welcoming team, clear communication, and compassionate support during difficult end-of-life decisions.

Vets4Pets Whitstable is the Whitstable branch of the Vets4Pets group. It offers care for dogs, rabbits, and other small pets, with review examples also mentioning help for injured wildlife, and clinic information also notes it as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback is very positive, particularly around kind handling, rabbit aftercare, and thoughtful support during difficult end-of-life visits.

Goudhurst Veterinary Surgery & Equine Clinic in Cranbrook is part of CVS and provides both small animal and equine care, including access to 24-hour emergency cover. The practice is also a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews consistently describe a friendly, reassuring team, with particular praise for calm handling of nervous pets, clear communication, and compassionate support during difficult moments.

Heronden Veterinary Practice in Tenterden presents itself as an independent, family-run clinic and a veterinary nurse training practice. It appears set up for both routine appointments and more involved medical and surgical work, with owners mentioning emergency dental surgery, tumour removal, emergency cases, and lameness investigations with follow-up care. Recent feedback continues to highlight clear explanations, calm handling of anxious pets, and supportive aftercare, alongside one complaint about slow or absent responses.

Pennard Vets in Sevenoaks is a highly rated practice known for calm handling, clear communication and a setup that helps nervous pets feel more comfortable. Website information notes in-house out-of-hours care, a veterinary nurse training role, and Stress Free and Positive Pet accreditation. Recent reviews also highlight emergency treatment, support for older pets with chronic pain, and consistently kind help from both clinical and reception teams.

White Mill Veterinary Centre is the trading name of Sandwich Veterinary Centre Ltd. The practice presents itself as a long-established, well-equipped clinic offering medical, surgical and diagnostic care, plus after-care, for a wide range of species including dogs, cats, small furries, reptiles, caged birds, farm animals and horses. Recent feedback highlights a calm, unhurried approach, especially for equine visits and end-of-life care at home.

Corner House Vets in Herne Bay is part of IVC Evidensia. The clinic offers a broad general practice service, including on-site diagnostics, nurse clinics, pet passports and export papers, and it also mentions emergency care. Recent feedback is mostly very positive about the friendliness of the team, clear communication, and follow-up, though a smaller number of owners report concerns about high costs and inconsistent advice in more complex cases.

Lakeview Veterinary Surgery describes itself as an independent practice owned by experienced vets and part of the Kent Veterinary Surgeries group, with RCVS Accreditation. The clinic offers a broad mix of routine and inpatient care, including surgery and medicine, preventative healthcare, hospitalisation, and pet travel advice. Its website states that out-of-hours emergencies are handled by Briar House Veterinary Surgery. Recent feedback is especially positive about the team’s calm handling of nervous pets and clear communication during urgent cases.

Margetts & Associates Ltd is a veterinary practice in Gillingham that is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent feedback is largely very positive, with owners often praising caring staff, easy booking, and quick access to appointments, including same-day in one review. Pets being calm and happy to visit is a recurring theme, though one reviewer reported a poor experience around communication after a pet died at an emergency vet.

Mark Nelson Vets is a small-animal practice in Westerham, established in 1982 by Mark Nelson and his father, Michael, and now part of VetPartners. The practice is set up for everyday primary-care work, including vaccinations, health checks and monitoring of long-term conditions, with in-house diagnostics such as x-ray, ultrasound, blood pressure monitoring and an in-house lab. It also has modern anaesthetic equipment, including electrically warmed surgery tables. Recent feedback is very positive, with owners often highlighting kind, professional care and clear explanations.

Medivet Willesborough - Peter Edgar Vets is part of the Medivet group. The practice appears set up for routine care as well as urgent decision-making, with owners describing annual check-ups and vaccinations alongside rapid same-day specialist referral when needed. Reviews also mention support with longer-term or complex problems, including heart disease management and follow-up care after a slipped disc referral.

Portland Vets presents itself as an independent veterinary practice and a veterinary nurse training facility. The clinic website also says it provides 24-hour onsite inpatient care Monday to Friday. Recent reviews consistently describe a friendly, compassionate team that communicates clearly, takes time with nervous pets, and follows up during more complex cases, although one negative review raised concerns about an unresolved infection and a focus on payment.

Thanet Vets Birchington appears to be a well-established local practice with many long-term clients, including owners who say they have used the clinic for 10–15 years or more. Feedback points to routine veterinary care alongside prompt help for time-sensitive problems, including same-day treatment arranged for a dog with a tumour and follow-up aftercare. Reviewers also mention a cattery and say the team is willing to talk through questions and budget constraints.

Barrow Hill Veterinary Centre is an RCVS Accredited small-animal practice in Hythe, with facilities the clinic describes as state-of-the-art. It is part of the IVC Evidensia group and operates within a multi-branch network, with some clients using alternative sites when needed. The clinic states that out-of-hours emergency care is transferred to VetsNow, and recent feedback is mostly positive for compassionate long-term care and clear communication during appointments.

Thanet Vets is a Margate practice that is part of IVC Evidensia. It provides general veterinary care including routine check-ups, illness appointments, urgent assessments, end-of-life care, and veterinary nurse training. Recent feedback is largely very positive, with clients often describing the team as friendly, professional, efficient, and caring.

Warren House Veterinary Group - High Halstow Surgery in Rochester is part of Linnaeus. It offers small-animal care for dogs, cats and rabbits, with recent reviews also describing treatment for guinea pigs. Recent feedback is largely positive, especially around friendly staff, clear explanations and reasonably good appointment access.