The Dunkeld Vet

The Dunkeld Vet is a locally owned, independent small-animal practice in Dunkeld, caring for cats, dogs and exotic pets. Recent feedback continues to highlight a small-team approach, with owners describing clear explanations, calm handling, and appointments that do not feel rushed. Reviews also point to thoughtful support for nervous pets and practical guidance for owners, including first-time owners.

Services

• •Small-animal care for cats and dogs, with the practice also stating that it treats exotic pets.
• •Routine consultations and check-ups, including a review that mentions a very thorough physical and behavioural check-up for a dog, with advice on maintaining and improving health.
• •Problem appointments and same-day care, including one owner who said their dog was seen and treated the same day they called about a rear-end problem.
• •Support for nervous or reactive pets, with several owners describing extra time, calm handling, and a more accommodating experience than they had elsewhere.
• •Care during serious illness, including practical and comforting advice for owners during a difficult period.

Pricing

Published prices suggest the clinic sits around average, based on a partial sample of comparable services.

People

• •Nicole (vet): Mentioned repeatedly in reviews for being professional, informative and accommodating. Owners describe her as taking extra time with nervous dogs, giving thorough explanations during appointments, and offering practical advice in difficult situations.
• •Beth (nurse): Praised for being helpful, caring, knowledgeable and polite. One cat owner said they felt their pet was in the best hands with her support.
• •Reception team: Reviews describe a friendly, welcoming first point of contact from initial enquiry through to visits.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.9/5 from 28 reviews. Recent written feedback is strongly positive, with recurring praise for the practice’s calm manner, communication and small-team feel.

• •Owners often mention clear explanations and reassurance, including talking through what is being done, why a problem has happened, and what to expect afterwards.
• •A consistent theme is gentle handling of nervous or reactive dogs, with Nicole and the team described as accommodating and unrushed.
• •Several reviews highlight a kind, caring atmosphere, from the receptionist through to clinical staff, including support during serious illness and grief.
• •The practice’s small independent character is specifically valued by a number of reviewers, alongside praise for Beth’s nursing care and same-day help when needed.