Best Vets in Scotland

- Positive feedback highlights a friendly, welcoming atmosphere from reception through to the nurses and vets, with staff described as thorough, honest, and caring. - One owner gave especially warm feedback about the exotics vet after...

- Positive feedback highlights a friendly, welcoming atmosphere from reception through to the nurses and vets, with staff described as thorough, honest, and caring. - One owner gave especially warm feedback about the exotics vet after bringing in a Galah cockatoo, saying the visit was informative and reassuring. - Negative comments focus mainly on pricing and fee communication, including emergency appointment charges, upfront payment for some bookings, and charges for insurance paperwork.

- Recent feedback often comes from owners who sought a second opinion and felt they received much quicker clarity, including one kitten case where the issue was identified within minutes and another where tests, diagnosis of urinary...

- Recent feedback often comes from owners who sought a second opinion and felt they received much quicker clarity, including one kitten case where the issue was identified within minutes and another where tests, diagnosis of urinary stones, and surgery all happened within a day. - Surgery experiences are described positively, with owners mentioning step-by-step explanations, efforts to keep cats calm, and decisions that avoided more invasive treatment when it was not needed. - Several reviews highlight out-of-hours support, including phone advice, reviewing a photo of a wound, a Sunday morning check, and follow-up treatment the next day.

- Recent feedback is largely very positive, with many owners describing the staff as pleasant, helpful and caring. - Handling of nervous pets stands out as a consistent strength, with praise for keeping anxious dogs and cats calm during...

- Recent feedback is largely very positive, with many owners describing the staff as pleasant, helpful and caring. - Handling of nervous pets stands out as a consistent strength, with praise for keeping anxious dogs and cats calm during appointments. - Owners also mention clear communication, including staff taking time to explain treatment and what they were doing.

Alan Jeans Veterinary Services Ltd is a multi-species practice in Girvan, with care listed for dogs, cats, small mammals, birds, poultry, equines, and exotic or wild animals. Disabled public access is noted, and clinic information also...

Alan Jeans Veterinary Services Ltd is a multi-species practice in Girvan, with care listed for dogs, cats, small mammals, birds, poultry, equines, and exotic or wild animals. Disabled public access is noted, and clinic information also lists emergency veterinary services with 24/7 or extended-hours cover. Recent feedback is largely positive about calm handling and clear explanations, though there are also a small number of serious complaints, including being turned away in an emergency and an allegation of breed-related bias.

- Recent feedback is consistently positive about the team’s manner, with owners describing staff as friendly, knowledgeable, efficient and helpful. - The practice’s community feel stands out, with one reviewer calling the Kintore surgery a...

- Recent feedback is consistently positive about the team’s manner, with owners describing staff as friendly, knowledgeable, efficient and helpful. - The practice’s community feel stands out, with one reviewer calling the Kintore surgery a “friendly wee gem” and appreciating the familiarity of both the venue and staff for their dog. - Routine appointments are a strong theme, including annual checks, with pets described as comfortable and even happy to attend.

- Reviews commonly praise the team for being friendly, helpful, and professional, with several owners commenting on a warm welcome and competent care. - A recurring theme is fast help for urgent problems, particularly for visitors on...

- Reviews commonly praise the team for being friendly, helpful, and professional, with several owners commenting on a warm welcome and competent care. - A recurring theme is fast help for urgent problems, particularly for visitors on holiday who were seen without a prior appointment for issues such as an injured paw or torn claw. - Owners also mention clear practical aftercare and calm handling of anxious animals, including one account of a fearful rescue dog being examined outside after a gradual introduction.

Fiona Dalgliesh Veterinary Services is a Lockerbie, Dumfriesshire practice presented under Fiona Dalgliesh’s own name, with no wider corporate group indicated. Feedback points most strongly to large-animal and equine work, while also...

Fiona Dalgliesh Veterinary Services is a Lockerbie, Dumfriesshire practice presented under Fiona Dalgliesh’s own name, with no wider corporate group indicated. Feedback points most strongly to large-animal and equine work, while also suggesting the practice sees companion animals. Reviews consistently highlight a calm, empathetic manner and practical advice.

Northvet Veterinary Group Ltd is an independent veterinary group with no corporate parent mentioned, and the practice says it has been operating since 1861. It treats pets, farm animals and equine patients, and the website states it...

Northvet Veterinary Group Ltd is an independent veterinary group with no corporate parent mentioned, and the practice says it has been operating since 1861. It treats pets, farm animals and equine patients, and the website states it provides a 24-hour emergency service 365 days a year with a dedicated emergency team for out-of-hours calls. Recent feedback is brief but consistently positive, with owners highlighting quick, friendly and professional service.

- Recent feedback is mostly very positive, with owners praising friendly staff, excellent service, and helpful support over the phone. - Several reviews highlight compassionate care during serious illness and end-of-life situations,...

- Recent feedback is mostly very positive, with owners praising friendly staff, excellent service, and helpful support over the phone. - Several reviews highlight compassionate care during serious illness and end-of-life situations, including support in a pet’s final weeks and privacy during euthanasia. - Specific clinical praise includes one owner saying the practice saved their mum’s dog’s life, and another detailed review thanking Fiona for a successful lump removal.

- Several reviewers speak very highly of the vets and clinical team, including quick treatment, surgery for a cat, and good recovery after treatment at home. - Compassionate support during difficult moments stands out, especially in one...

- Several reviewers speak very highly of the vets and clinical team, including quick treatment, surgery for a cat, and good recovery after treatment at home. - Compassionate support during difficult moments stands out, especially in one detailed review thanking Mairi Nicolson and the wider team for helping a dog enjoy extra time before euthanasia. - A recurring negative theme is difficulty getting in touch, particularly by phone, with complaints about missed call-backs and communication since Covid.