Clinic Overview
W K McNeil appears to be a small, independent veterinary practice (no corporate group is mentioned in the available information). Reviews consistently describe a straightforward, pragmatic approach to treatment—often focusing on examination and immediate care rather than extensive testing—alongside a “cash only” payment policy mentioned by multiple owners.
W K McNeil appears to be a small, independent veterinary practice (no corporate group is mentioned in the available information). Reviews consistently describe a straightforward, pragmatic approach to treatment—often focusing on examination and immediate care rather than extensive testing—alongside a “cash only” payment policy mentioned by multiple owners.
Concrete specifics owners mention include
- •Dental work: a dog’s tooth removal is specifically described.
- •Ongoing medical management: one owner reports their dog was given a month’s worth of tablets for seizures (“fits”).
- •Fast treatment for acute illness: one dog with a high temperature and diarrhoea was given tablets and an injection and was “back to normal in a day.”
- •Diagnostic thoroughness in-clinic: an owner says heart failure was identified on the first examination after other vets hadn’t diagnosed it for years.
Services
Services and care types explicitly referenced in the available reviews include
- •Consultations and clinical examinations (including identifying heart failure on examination, per one owner)
- •Dental procedures (tooth removal mentioned)
- •Treatment for gastrointestinal illness (tablets and an injection given for fever/diarrhoea)
- •Management of seizures/fits (a month’s supply of tablets provided, per one owner)
- •General advice: owners mention being “happy to give advice no matter what you went there for”
People
- •Billy/William McNeil (vet): Frequently named in reviews. Owners describe him as direct and action-oriented (“no messing about”), and multiple reviews highlight decisions that avoided (in their view) unnecessary tests while still resolving the problem (e.g., treating fever/diarrhoea with medication and an injection, dental tooth removal).
- •Second clinician (possibly his son): One reviewer says they think his son works with him as well; they describe the second person positively but do not provide a confirmed name or role.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.9 stars from 539 reviews.
- •Value and pricing approach: multiple owners emphasise “reasonable” or “fair” prices; one explicitly contrasts this with other vets proposing tests they felt were unnecessary (including mention of blood tests “over £200” elsewhere).
- •Direct, practical treatment plans: several reviews describe quick, decisive care (e.g., treatment for diarrhoea/fever leading to recovery within a day).
- •Clinical outcomes owners noticed: tooth removal, seizure medication supplied, and heart failure identified on first examination are all specifically mentioned.
- •Clinic experience and policies: “cash only” is mentioned, along with a simple, “homely” setup (benches, water outside for animals, umbrellas available in rain) and owners sometimes waiting and chatting with others.
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Reviews for W K McNeil
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 539 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
Craig Hatch
a week ago
1st class service from a 1st class vet without the massive prices
Frances fred Parrett
2 weeks ago
Excellent very friendly
Helenrhoda Wardrop
3 weeks ago
jaroslaw dybowski
3 weeks ago
Pamela Dunn
a month ago
Same as all the other reviewers I can honestly say we have had the best experience here. I was recommended to his practice and would recommend to others too. I have two young German Shepherds and you can see the expertise and genuine care here. Its cash only but prices are very reasonable and happy to give advice no matter what you went there for. Its very nice to wait and chat to other owners too. I would not go anywhere else !
Donna Currie
2 weeks ago
I was at billy for my dog as she has been taking fits he gave me a month worth of tablets he is the best vetenarian I've ever met he isn't in it for the money he cares emmensly about the animals and there wellbeing ive been coming to billy for a good few years before ive been to a few vets before I started going to billy you can see the other vets were in it for the money the were wanting to do blood test that cost over £200 then the medicine and injection thats without a fee for just seeing my dog it's disgusting what the charge if they were all like billy the veterinary world would be a far better place he is an absolute gentleman knows what he is talking about when you go to Billy's practice it is very homely its got benches for you to sit on its got water outside for the animals when it is raining there are umbrellas outside for everyone so many people go to billy with there pets he is the best I would highly recommend to everyone to go to billy im not sure but I think his son works with him as well he is fantastic as well the two of them are all about the animals not financial gain thanks again billy for seeing mya your a star
Jackie Kirby
a month ago
Billy MacNeil is an outstanding vet. He loves the animals and treats them with the utmost care. I would absolutely recommend him to any animal owner.
Lynda Jane McEwan
a month ago
Amazing vet who actually cares for animals and it’s not all about the money. He could tell me my wee dog had heart failure 1st time he examined her that other vets she had been going to for years didn’t diagnose. I have nothing but admiration for Billy, he should be enjoying his retirement as he’s getting on a bit but continues to help all our babies as much as he can. The day he stops working will be felt very much by the whole of Fife.
Sandra Clunie
2 months ago
Excellent service, no messing about. Straight down to dealing with exactly what is required. My girl had a tummy bug/eaten something she shouldn't have maybe, no messing about, she had a high temperature & diarrhoea, so he gave some tablets and a wee injection and she was back to normal in a day. Previously at others vets they were taking blood and scanning my dog etc and finding nothing??? So this is why I chose McNeil, he was recommended by family. Thanks again for great care!
John Hancock
4 months ago
A Pillar of Veterinary Excellence in Fife: A Heartfelt Thank You to William McNeil William McNeil's practice isn't just a veterinary clinic; it's an invaluable asset to Fife and beyond. From what I understand, he has extended his compassionate care to thousands of pet owners, drawing them from across the region to his doors – a true testament to his reputation and dedication. While his practice may be small in stature, its efficiency and the exceptional care provided are anything but. Throughout Belle's recent tooth removal, I felt an overwhelming sense of peace knowing she was in the most capable and caring hands. Every interaction reinforced that her well-being was the absolute priority. What truly sets Mr. McNeil apart, and what countless pet owners like myself deeply appreciate, are his exceptionally fair prices. In an era where pet care costs can often feel prohibitive, his commitment to affordability without compromising on quality is a breath of fresh air. He represents what I believe to be one of the last of a truly dying breed of veterinarians – those who embody the profound understanding that the vital needs of our beloved animals far outweigh the pursuit of profit. Thank you, William McNeil, for your immense help with my dog, Belle. And thank you, from the depths of my heart, for consistently prioritizing the health and well-being of thousands over financial gain. Your practice is a beacon of integrity and compassion. With immense gratitude, from one of the many who have queued at your doors.
