Best Vets in Scotland

Vets Now is part of the Vets Now emergency-care provider network (with clinics and hospitals across the UK), set up for out-of-hours pet emergencies and supported by an option for video consultations. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly mention rapid triage on arrival (including a dog being taken “as soon as we walked in”) and proactive communication (phone updates and being able to call overnight for progress reports). Pricing and value are a major decision factor: one recent reviewer reports a £320 minimum fee plus medication charges and a £35 “admin fee” for insurance claims, while another describes feeling “fear-mongered” into an immediate visit for diarrhoea that their regular vet later judged non-urgent. Staffing levels are also raised by one reviewer who says the clinic seemed understaffed and that on one night there was only one vet on duty.

Vets Now (Kirkcaldy) is part of the Vets Now emergency clinic network and focuses on out-of-hours care for dogs, cats and small pets (operating since 2016). The website describes a set-up geared to urgent and critical cases, with on-site facilities such as an in-house laboratory, hospital ward, isolation unit, operating theatre, ultrasound and X‑ray, plus monitoring and critical-care support (ECG, blood pressure monitoring, advanced fluid therapy and blood transfusions). It also states the clinic is rated “Outstanding” in pet emergency care by the RCVS. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly describe being seen quickly for time-sensitive poisonings (grapes, chocolate, mince pie) and injuries/infections, with staff explaining procedures and helping with insurance paperwork. One recent reviewer strongly criticises the requirement for an upfront fee before a pet is examined, while still praising the vet’s thoroughness once seen.

Cairngorm Vets describes itself as an independent veterinary clinic. Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for day-to-day companion-animal care with the ability to triage urgent problems and coordinate referral-level treatment when needed. Owners repeatedly mention: - Quick access to appointments, including one reviewer saying they “always have an appointment available… no matter what.” - Clear, upfront discussions about fees, with clients noting staff are “upfront about fees” before treatment. - Support for anxious/nervous dogs, with multiple reviews describing patient handling and calmer visits. - Care through difficult cases, including an elderly dog being supported “right through to the end,” and another pet diagnosed with an eye illness with a calm, informative explanation.

Robb Veterinary Clinic Ltd is a small animal vet practice (ownership/group affiliation isn’t stated in the available data). Based on the latest reviews, the clinic appears set up for day-to-day care plus urgent same-day problems when needed: one owner reports being “immediately accommodated” for an urgent appointment for a dog with breathing difficulties. Other owners mention “quick thinking” during a serious situation with a puppy and consistently describe staff as professional and informative during visits.

Forth Valley Vets Ltd appears to be set up primarily for equine work, with reviewers specifically describing care for a mare. In the latest written feedback available, owners mention staff being friendly, handling “funny behaviour” calmly, and being physically affectionate with the horse (“giving her cuddles”), which helped the owner feel relaxed and confident leaving the animal in their care. No corporate group ownership is mentioned in the available information.

Nithsdale Vets Limited states on its website that it provides 24-hour emergency cover (24/7, 365 days a year). It also promotes a Pet Health Club® Plus plan where consultations are included (ownership/group backing isn’t stated in the information provided). From the latest reviews, owners most often describe: - End-of-life support, including a home visit euthanasia attended by a vet and nurse, with reception staff (named) helping make the process easier. - Being fitted in despite a busy schedule for a dog that became unwell before travel. - Aftercare and “next steps” being discussed in detail after treatment—though a small number of reviews report the opposite, warning of poor verbal communication and advising clients to read written notes carefully.

Real Vets Limited describes itself as a fully independent, locally owned practice, with “over 40 years” of providing veterinary care (per its website). Based on the structured clinic data and reviews, it appears set up for both routine care and urgent problems, with emergency veterinary services listed and at least one reviewer describing receiving help when they contacted reception “in emergency” about their dog. Recent feedback is mixed on service delivery: several long-term clients describe consistent support (including end-of-life empathy and a condolence card), while others report communication and admin issues (missed medication call-backs; surprise admin charges; feeling rushed in consults). Concrete specifics owners mention include: help in an emergency phone contact and registering a dog quickly; surgery to remove and test lumps (with a deposit taken beforehand); follow-up/aftercare gestures like a condolence card after a pet’s death; and complaints about delays, rushed appointments, and medication/refill communication failures.

Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd (trading as Pets ’n’ Vets) is part of the Pets ’n’ Vets network of practices and promotes a “progressive outlook” on its website. The service mix described online goes beyond routine vaccinations and neutering, listing advanced options like laparoscopic (“keyhole”) spay and access to advanced imaging (CT/MRI), alongside nurse-led clinics and longer-term health plans. From the latest reviews available to us, owners commonly mention friendly, polite staff and feeling reassured after appointments (including a puppy visit where the owner “left reassured that everything was okay”). One recent review conflicts sharply with this, describing delayed blood-test results after repeated chasing, a same-day spay cancellation after several hours of waiting due to emergency operations, and what the reviewer felt was rude communication and high cost.

Crown Vets Canalside offers routine vet consultations and support for ongoing pet health issues, and also appears set up for end-of-life care, based on detailed owner accounts. The website references online booking, “Video Vet”, and a Pet Health Club® option. In reviews, owners repeatedly describe staff taking time to explain decisions (including “what needs to be done and why”), and one family describes a euthanasia appointment for a dog with terminal cancer where the vet guided them through each stage without rushing and the team made paw prints and nose prints. One negative review alleges a microchipping job wasn’t done and says the practice was money-focused, which conflicts with multiple other reviews describing a non-pushy approach (including not pushing plans or insurance).

Pets ’n’ Vets is part of Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd (a wider network of practices). Based on its published service list, it’s set up for routine primary care (health checks, vaccines, parasite control, microchipping) as well as more advanced work such as orthopaedic/soft-tissue surgery, cardiology, and outpatient advanced imaging (CT/MRI). In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe a team that explains options clearly, handles stressed or reactive pets during exams/injections, and can sometimes fit in urgent appointments even when busy. One reviewer also notes they’re told costs upfront and are sometimes advised when a treatment could be obtained cheaper elsewhere.