Dog & Cat Vets in Scotland

• •Several recent reviewers describe the team as caring, friendly, and good at explaining all aspects of a pet’s treatment. - End-of-life care is a standout theme, with owners praising gentle handling, time alone with their pet, sedation before euthanasia, and thoughtful follow-up such as checking in later or sending a card. - Named staff receive strong praise, especially Marissa and Sam/Samantha, for kindness, professionalism, and emotional support.

• •Recent feedback is consistently positive in tone, with owners describing the practice as friendly, helpful, reassuring, and providing very good care. - Several reviews highlight calm, practical handling of cats, including pets that are nervous, unfriendly, or easily stressed. - Review examples mention treatment for summer allergies and longer-term support for heart disease, suggesting owners value the practice for both routine and ongoing care.

Mull and Iona Vets provides care for animals large and small, and states that it offers 24/7 emergency care. Reviews consistently describe a practice that is responsive when something urgent comes up, with several examples involving pets taken ill or injured while owners were visiting the island. The overall picture is of a small, practical team that is willing to help quickly, including in situations where the owner is not already registered.

Glenythan Vet Group Ltd is a multi-branch veterinary practice in Aberdeenshire, with Ellon as one of its locations, and it is also noted as a veterinary nurse training facility. The practice is presented as handling both urgent problems and longer-running conditions, with reviews describing prompt help for injuries, ongoing support after an epilepsy diagnosis, and management of more complex skin cases. Owners also mention extra support for anxious dogs, including socialisation sessions to help them become more comfortable with visits.

• •Many recent reviewers speak very positively about the clinical team, describing staff as fantastic, kind, patient, helpful, and reassuring with animals. - Several owners mention quick appointments and clear explanations, including one review highlighting a fast and reliable diagnosis for a cat. - Surgical care is also reflected in feedback, including a review describing good support and recovery after a cat’s eye removal.

• •Recent feedback is largely positive about the team’s manner, with owners describing staff as warm, friendly, professional and helpful from the front desk onward. - Several reviews mention good access to appointments, including one account of an unregistered dog being seen within 30 minutes after eating raw onion. - Owners also highlight clear communication and reassurance, saying staff take time to explain options and help worried owners feel at ease.

Ivybank Vets is an RCVS-accredited practice and a Veterinary Nurse Training Practice, and it is part of IVC Evidensia. The practice appears set up for routine primary-care work, including consultations and vaccinations, alongside end-of-life support that is frequently praised for clear explanations and compassionate handling. Overall feedback is positive for friendly staff and helpful appointments, although some reviews report frustration around waits during emergencies and difficulty getting prices upfront.

ICR Veterinary Group Ltd is a general veterinary practice in Gorebridge, Midlothian. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility and offers emergency veterinary services, although the out-of-hours arrangement is not specified. Recent feedback continues to highlight clear explanations, friendly staff, same-day appointments when available, and practical touches such as a separate cat-only waiting area.