Vets in Dumfriesshire | Scotland Veterinary Directory

Bard Vets Ltd describes itself as an independent practice, with ongoing investment in up-to-date equipment and continuing professional education. Based on both clinic data and reviews, it appears set up for routine care and urgent cases, with multiple mentions of being seen at short notice and via an emergency line (including an overnight call-out). Concrete specifics owners mention include: - Being seen “straight away” for an unwell dog and sent home with a thorough exam and medication. - Early-morning emergency access, with one owner describing being helped at 3.30am, and another being booked in first thing after calling the emergency line. - Telephone support and flexibility, including advice over the phone, last-minute appointments, and a review describing staff being patient when the owner called back later the same day to double-check progress.

Nithsdale Vets Limited offers general veterinary care alongside 24-hour emergency cover (website). Reviews repeatedly mention being seen quickly (including a Saturday appointment), clear explanations and medication instructions, and pets being admitted for surgery when needed. One recent review also highlights the convenience of booking an appointment online the night before.

Dryfe Vets Ltd describes itself as an independent practice providing care for pets, horses, and farm animals, and says it provides its own out-of-hours cover (so emergency cases are seen by one of the practice vets). The clinic moved into modernised premises in early 2022 and lists purpose-built facilities including 5 consulting rooms, 2 operating theatres, separate cat and dog waiting areas, a dedicated cat consulting room, and separate cat/dog/isolation-exotic wards. It is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. In recent reviews, owners frequently mention fast admin and appointment turnaround (including a same/next-day booking and rapid transfer of records), clear diagnostic reasoning and treatment plans (one owner reported getting a diagnosis and plan within about half an hour), and surgical care with structured handover (a nurse handing a pet back after surgery was specifically mentioned). One recent negative review reports an unpleasant reception interaction, a £140 quote for a consultation and euthanasia, discussion of emergency charges, and being refused an appointment, which conflicts with other reviewers’ experiences of helpful reception support.

Charnwood Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent, veterinary-owned practice (established 1937) and an RCVS-accredited clinic. It appears set up for both domestic pets and farm animals, with on-site diagnostics (including X-ray, ultrasound and in-house lab tests) and routine + emergency surgery listed. The website states out-of-hours emergencies are covered by its own veterinary surgeons, so clients don’t need to travel elsewhere for emergency cover. In recent reviews, owners most often mention confidence in the vets’ care, but there are also accounts of delays/ineffective treatment for an ear problem and poor follow-through on a new-client enquiry.

Firth Veterinary Centre describes itself as providing a complete veterinary service for both farm animals and domestic pets, with 24-hour emergency cover available. Reviews most often talk about routine care (annual check-ups and boosters) as well as more serious support, including emergency treatment for a very sick dog and end-of-life care for cats. Owners also mention follow-through on day-to-day problems (one cat treated for a skin rash with antibiotics) and specific injury care (a cat with a tail injury after it was trapped in a door). Ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the information provided, though one reviewer explicitly said they were trying to avoid “large conglomerates” and chose Firth based on recommendations.