Dryfe Vets Ltd – Vets in Lockerbie
Clinic Overview
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.
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.
Services
- •Small animal, equine, and farm animal veterinary care (as stated by the practice).
- •Out-of-hours / emergency cover provided by the practice’s own vets (as stated on the website).
- •Surgery (the clinic lists 2 operating theatres; a review describes a “big surgery day” and post-op handover by a nurse).
- •Cat-focused facilities: dedicated cat consulting room and separate cat waiting area (also echoed in reviews mentioning separate cat/dog waiting rooms).
- •Separate wards for cats, dogs, and isolation/exotic cases (as listed by the practice).
Pricing
- •One recent reviewer states they were quoted £140 for a consultation and euthanasia, and that emergency charges were discussed.
People
- •Siobhan (vet): described by one owner as using “deductive reasoning,” providing a diagnosis and treatment plan within about half an hour, answering questions clearly, and prioritising least-stress and cost-effective options while “covering all bases.”
- •Wendy (reception): mentioned for quickly organising transfer of records (reported as completed in under 20 minutes) and for being reassuring on the phone and fitting an appointment in last minute.
- •Andy (vet): named as the vet seen on a pet’s surgery day.
- •Laura (nurse): specifically noted for handover after surgery.
- •Beth (vet): named as the vet seen at a first visit in a multi-visit case.
Reviews
4.9 stars from 159 reviews. - Speed and practicality: rapid registration/record transfer and quick appointment availability are repeatedly mentioned.
- •Problem-solving and communication: owners describe clear explanations, a structured treatment plan, and being reassured without being pushed into unnecessary medication.
- •Facilities and environment: reviewers mention a clean, professional setting and separate waiting areas for cats and dogs.
- •A notable complaint about cost and reception interaction: one reviewer reports being quoted £140 for consultation plus euthanasia, being told about emergency charges, and being refused a visit, alongside describing reception as rude—this sits in contrast to many other reviews praising reception helpfulness and kindness.
Special Services
Animals Treated at Dryfe Vets Ltd
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Companion Animals
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Reviews for Dryfe Vets Ltd
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 159 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
Cammy G
a week ago
Rude little girl on reception. No interest in animal care. Just money grabbers these lot. Never even set foot in the building and she was coming out with £140 quotes for a consultation & euthanasia then started to go on about emergency charges. After questioning a few things point blank refused to see the cat. Stay clear and go to ARK just up the road. £37 for the cat to be seen today much less stressful and very nice people. Oh and might i add she made a comment about her managers vet not being tesco to a very distressed animal owner. None of this from ARK & when we told ARK about this they were utterly disgusted. Could only apologise for another vet being like that. Vets like that are what give vets bad names. Pure money grabbers trying to profit of a situation straight off the bat.
Helen Kennedy
a month ago
I’ve had excellent knowledgeable service and care with all my dogs and my cat over the last twenty years from a very friendly and dedicated staff. So reassuring as a pet owner
Mhairi Naismith
a month ago
Friendly helpful professional.
Denyse Boyle
2 months ago
Gemma Louise
2 months ago
I really cannot thank the team here for all the kindness and compassion. I am super grateful for everything you have all done for Otter potter . From the first visit with Beth , second visit with Siobhan , and also the big surgery day seeing Andy . And Laura the nurse who handed over Otter after surgery, and also a huge thank you to Wendy on reception you are amazing and so kind a reassuring on the phone even fitting us in last minute , also a huge thank you to anyone else who I didn’t meet involved in otters care. You are all worth your weight in gold and your knowledge and compassion is incredible . A big thank you!! 🤩
Gemma Louise
4 months ago
I really cannot thank the team here for all the kindness and compassion. I am super grateful for everything you have all done for Otter potter . From the first visit with Beth , second visit with Siobhan , and also the big surgery day seeing Andy . And Laura the nurse who handed over Otter after surgery, and also a huge thank you to Wendy on reception you are amazing and so kind a reassuring on the phone even fitting us in last minute , also a huge thank you to anyone else who I didn’t meet involved in otters care. You are all worth your weight in gold and your knowledge and compassion is incredible . A big thank you!! 🤩
Mhairi C
5 months ago
Lovely staff, very kind and helpful. Separate waiting rooms for cats and dogs. Environment was very clean and professional.
katherine russell
6 months ago
I've taken a really long break from Dryfe due to an hour and a half move but have decided to return as I just don't think there is anywhere else that I feel my pets are taken care of to this level. When I asked for a transfer yesterday morning Wendy called my previous vets and had it sorted for me in less than 20 minutes and I had an appointment the next again day in the morning. The other vets (closer to my current home) was on week three of 'needing time' to process my registration. I saw Siobhan for my appointment for an ongoing undiagnosed condition that I have been reeling over for months now. I had a diagnosis and treatment plan within half an hour. Fantastic deductive reasoning and reassured me the worst case scenario should be bottom of my list at the moment and highly unlikely. Bundle of treatments assured the most cost effective and least stress for the dog alongside covering all bases and possibilities. It's the first time in a long time that I've not left a vets still feeling anxious about the problem and every question I asked was answered concisely. In previous years I've had a whole host of treatments that have been curative or put my mind at ease without pushing unnecessary medications on me. I even had a cat that went missing once and it ended up being handed into dryfe. I was away and it was a couple of days before I got back and they sorted out all his wounds, fed him up and housed him and I was charged absolute pennies for it. All staff at the vets are so kind and friendly and I have had the most peaceful day I've had in a long while. Thanks so much guys!!
Robert Pool
6 months ago
Very friendly and welcoming reception lovely staff. Very nice and clean
Mark Joseph
7 months ago
Never let us down
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