Featured Clinic Overview
## Summary Blairgowrie Vets Ltd is a Vetsure-accredited veterinary practice that treats pets, rabbits, and horses, with routine care alongside procedures such as neutering and gelding/castration. The clinic also advertises out-of-hours emergency cover via a Duty Vet (accessed through an out-of-hours recorded message). Reviewers most often describe supportive care in difficult situations (including end-of-life appointments and home visits), plus ongoing help with longer-term conditions like canine diabetes—though one recent review alleges the practice prioritises money. ## Services From the clinic website and available review text, the practice offers: - Vaccination and microchipping - Neutering - Gelding/castration (equine service listed on the website) - Nurse consultations - Repeat prescriptions - Visits and diagnostics - Emergency/out-of-hours care: Duty Vet arrangements are described for emergencies outside normal hours (via a recorded message) - Species seen: pets, rabbits, and horses - Veterinary Nurse Training facility (listed in the structured clinic data) ## People - Elizabeth (vet) – mentioned by name in a review describing an end-of-life visit where she and another staff member came to the owner’s home, helped the family feel at ease, and provided support while they said goodbye to their dog. - Unspecified vet (reviewed) – described as “lovely” and professional during the euthanasia of a 16-year-old cat, with the owner highlighting the vet’s kindness while they were inconsolable. - Team in general – one reviewer with a timid cat said staff were good with a nervous pet; another mentioned the clinic being well organised during annual injections and a “small operation.” ## Reviews Google rating: 4.7 stars from 156 reviews. Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - End-of-life care is frequently singled out: multiple reviewers describe compassionate handling of euthanasia, including one account of a home visit to support a family and their dog. - Support with ongoing conditions: one owner says their dog’s diabetes diagnosis was handled with a lot of help and guidance. - Handling of nervous pets: one reviewer notes staff were good with their timid cat. - Efficiency/organisation for routine care and minor procedures: one review mentions annual injections plus a small operation being handled efficiently. - Conflicting feedback on cost motivations: one recent 1-star review alleges “money is a priority,” which contrasts with other reviews focusing on compassion and support.
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Heartland Veterinary Services Ltd is a veterinary practice that’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews describe a team that focuses on low-stress handling for anxious or nervous dogs, with multiple owners noting staff (including reception) helped their pets settle. Owners also mention being helped after a “stressful night” and positive support around a dog and her puppies (one reviewer registered multiple pups and adult dogs after that experience).
Heartland Veterinary Services Ltd is a veterinary practice that’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews describe a team that focuses on low-stress handling for anxious or nervous dogs, with multiple owners noting staff (including reception) helped their pets settle. Owners also mention being helped after a “stressful night” and positive support around a dog and her puppies (one reviewer registered multiple pups and adult dogs after that experience).
Kidd Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent mixed practice (small animal, farm and equine) and states that 24/7 emergency care is covered by their own vets. From the latest reviews available to us, owners mention same-day treatment for a torn dew claw (“got us in and treated that morning”), not adding unnecessary extras, and swift out‑of‑hours call‑out help on a Sunday night. Reviews also reference end‑of‑life care (including putting a dog to sleep) and staff being able to calm anxious pets (and owners).
Kidd Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent mixed practice (small animal, farm and equine) and states that 24/7 emergency care is covered by their own vets. From the latest reviews available to us, owners mention same-day treatment for a torn dew claw (“got us in and treated that morning”), not adding unnecessary extras, and swift out‑of‑hours call‑out help on a Sunday night. Reviews also reference end‑of‑life care (including putting a dog to sleep) and staff being able to calm anxious pets (and owners).
The Golf Veterinary Practice
Montrose
Our Score (77/100)
The Golf Veterinary Practice describes itself as an independent practice that covers domestic pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, small rodents, and reptiles. Its website content highlights preventative-care topics (vaccinations, microchipping, parasite control, dental health, obesity) across species, and it lists an emergency service. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention clear advice and information, long-term continuity with specific vets (including James/Jim Scoular), and examples of being fitted in on short notice; there is also one account describing a rude, abrupt consultation with a female vet.
The Golf Veterinary Practice describes itself as an independent practice that covers domestic pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, small rodents, and reptiles. Its website content highlights preventative-care topics (vaccinations, microchipping, parasite control, dental health, obesity) across species, and it lists an emergency service. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention clear advice and information, long-term continuity with specific vets (including James/Jim Scoular), and examples of being fitted in on short notice; there is also one account describing a rude, abrupt consultation with a female vet.
Perth Equine Vets Ltd
Coupar Angus
Our Score (75/100)
Perth Equine Vets Ltd is an equine-only practice providing routine care plus mobile diagnostic work, with equipment described on its website as “wireless portable endoscope, X‑ray, and ultrasound, with stall-side processing.” The practice also states it offers 24/7 emergency cover via an on-call duty equine vet. Across the latest reviews, owners repeatedly describe vets attending for vaccinations and dental checks, emergency call-outs, and more complex investigations such as heart-murmur assessments—often using portable equipment at the horse’s yard—and several mention follow-up calls/visits after treatment.
Perth Equine Vets Ltd is an equine-only practice providing routine care plus mobile diagnostic work, with equipment described on its website as “wireless portable endoscope, X‑ray, and ultrasound, with stall-side processing.” The practice also states it offers 24/7 emergency cover via an on-call duty equine vet. Across the latest reviews, owners repeatedly describe vets attending for vaccinations and dental checks, emergency call-outs, and more complex investigations such as heart-murmur assessments—often using portable equipment at the horse’s yard—and several mention follow-up calls/visits after treatment.
The Golf Veterinary Practice describes itself as an independent practice with multiple branches, and its website materials suggest it’s set up for routine preventive care plus a wider range of small-pet species (including reptiles). On the practical side, the site references a PDSA Emergency Service, and one owner specifically mentions being seen for an emergency at midnight, describing the vet as “caring and compassionate.” Reviews also repeatedly mention helpful staff and a sense that decisions are “more about the pet than the money.”
The Golf Veterinary Practice describes itself as an independent practice with multiple branches, and its website materials suggest it’s set up for routine preventive care plus a wider range of small-pet species (including reptiles). On the practical side, the site references a PDSA Emergency Service, and one owner specifically mentions being seen for an emergency at midnight, describing the vet as “caring and compassionate.” Reviews also repeatedly mention helpful staff and a sense that decisions are “more about the pet than the money.”
The Golf Veterinary Practice describes itself as independent and provides care for domestic pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, small rodents and reptiles. The website lists routine preventive care (vaccinations, microchipping, worming/flea treatment) plus procedures such as neutering and dental health work. In the latest written reviews available to us, owners commonly mention long-term use over decades and experiences ranging from boosters through to operations and end-of-life care; there’s also a sharply negative older review describing a poor first impression and disputed billing.
The Golf Veterinary Practice describes itself as independent and provides care for domestic pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, small rodents and reptiles. The website lists routine preventive care (vaccinations, microchipping, worming/flea treatment) plus procedures such as neutering and dental health work. In the latest written reviews available to us, owners commonly mention long-term use over decades and experiences ranging from boosters through to operations and end-of-life care; there’s also a sharply negative older review describing a poor first impression and disputed billing.
Thrums Veterinary Group is an independent veterinary group (described on its site as Scotland’s largest independent veterinary group) that provides care for pets as well as farm and equine animals, with a history on the website dating back to 1948. The website states they run their own emergency/out-of-hours service rather than outsourcing, and recent reviews back up urgent access and emergency work: owners describe being seen quickly for emergencies, including admission and hospitalisation over Christmas Eve and an out-of-hours emergency operation. From the latest reviews, this branch is repeatedly described as set up for same-day diagnostics and treatment (X-ray and tests followed by a small procedure within a few hours), planned surgery pathways (a pre-spay appointment with detailed Q&A), and follow-up after treatment (a next-morning phone call to check progress).
Thrums Veterinary Group is an independent veterinary group (described on its site as Scotland’s largest independent veterinary group) that provides care for pets as well as farm and equine animals, with a history on the website dating back to 1948. The website states they run their own emergency/out-of-hours service rather than outsourcing, and recent reviews back up urgent access and emergency work: owners describe being seen quickly for emergencies, including admission and hospitalisation over Christmas Eve and an out-of-hours emergency operation. From the latest reviews, this branch is repeatedly described as set up for same-day diagnostics and treatment (X-ray and tests followed by a small procedure within a few hours), planned surgery pathways (a pre-spay appointment with detailed Q&A), and follow-up after treatment (a next-morning phone call to check progress).
The Crofts Veterinary Centre
Brechin
The Crofts Veterinary Centre is part of Kirkton Vet Centre, described on its website as an independent, traditional mixed practice (treating both pets and farm animals). The practice says it runs its own emergency out-of-hours service for pets and farm animals, operated from the Stonehaven practice. From the latest reviews available to us, the clinic is repeatedly used for both routine and emotionally difficult appointments: owners mention tick removal (including supplying the right tool), claw clipping with a quick in-and-out visit, and euthanasia support (including arranging collection and using a separate room to help another pet cope). One reviewer also notes the practice may price-match some long-term medications against online suppliers, but cautions that medicine pricing can otherwise be much higher than online.
The Crofts Veterinary Centre is part of Kirkton Vet Centre, described on its website as an independent, traditional mixed practice (treating both pets and farm animals). The practice says it runs its own emergency out-of-hours service for pets and farm animals, operated from the Stonehaven practice. From the latest reviews available to us, the clinic is repeatedly used for both routine and emotionally difficult appointments: owners mention tick removal (including supplying the right tool), claw clipping with a quick in-and-out visit, and euthanasia support (including arranging collection and using a separate room to help another pet cope). One reviewer also notes the practice may price-match some long-term medications against online suppliers, but cautions that medicine pricing can otherwise be much higher than online.
Heartland Veterinary Services Ltd
Pitlochry
Heartland Veterinary Services Ltd is an RCVS-accredited practice providing care for small animals as well as equine and farm animals. Ownership/group affiliation isn’t stated in the information available to us. Based on the website and recent reviews, the clinic appears set up for both routine appointments and urgent problems, with surgery and follow-up care mentioned repeatedly. Concrete examples from reviews include: prompt same-day help for visiting clients, surgery scheduled the next morning after an emergency consultation, an operation to remove a swallowed corn-on-the-cob obstruction, and repeat bandage/dressing changes every three days over a two‑week period (with different vets). The website also notes Pet Health Club® Plus (with consultations included as part of the plan) and the option to pay via Klarna.
Heartland Veterinary Services Ltd is an RCVS-accredited practice providing care for small animals as well as equine and farm animals. Ownership/group affiliation isn’t stated in the information available to us. Based on the website and recent reviews, the clinic appears set up for both routine appointments and urgent problems, with surgery and follow-up care mentioned repeatedly. Concrete examples from reviews include: prompt same-day help for visiting clients, surgery scheduled the next morning after an emergency consultation, an operation to remove a swallowed corn-on-the-cob obstruction, and repeat bandage/dressing changes every three days over a two‑week period (with different vets). The website also notes Pet Health Club® Plus (with consultations included as part of the plan) and the option to pay via Klarna.