Strathspey Veterinary Centre

Strathspey Veterinary Centre is a general veterinary practice (ownership/group affiliation isn’t stated in the available information) that, based on recent reviews, is set up to handle urgent problems quickly as well as routine nurse-led care. Owners repeatedly describe being offered rapid appointments (often within 30–60 minutes) when their dog became suddenly unwell, including while travelling. Reviews also mention clear, accessible explanations from clinicians, support through end‑of‑life decisions, and practical continuity of care such as following up after an emergency visit and passing clinical details to a pet’s usual vet.

Concrete examples owners mention include: an emergency appointment for a vestibular episode with follow‑up afterwards; being seen within 45 minutes for an unwell dog and receiving “necessary treatment” promptly; and being seen within the hour to help an elderly dog in pain and support the family through saying goodbye.

Services

Services and capabilities referenced in the available information include

•Urgent/same-day appointments for suddenly unwell pets (multiple reviews describe being seen within 30–60 minutes).
•Emergency assessment and follow-up (e.g., a senior dog with a vestibular episode, followed up afterwards).
•End-of-life care/euthanasia support for an elderly dog in pain, including guidance through the process.
•Nurse involvement in treatment (a practice nurse taking time with a dog and carrying out treatment “quickly and efficiently”).
•Communication with a pet’s usual veterinary practice (sharing details after an emergency visit).
•Veterinary Nurse Training facility (listed in the clinic’s structured data).

People

•Paula Hofmann (role not stated): described as pleasant and polite, with owners highlighting that she explained everything in an accessible way.
•Alison (vet, per review wording): specifically thanked for helping owners through a difficult end‑of‑life appointment for an elderly dog in pain.
•Gaby (role not stated): mentioned positively in the context of a dog being comfortable at the practice; one owner notes staff understanding their dog’s breed traits and that the dog “loves coming to see them,” naming Gaby.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.8 stars from 111 reviews. The latest written reviews focus heavily on speed of access for urgent problems and how clearly staff communicate during stressful visits. “”

•Fast access when pets are unwell, including being offered appointments within 30–60 minutes.
•Calm, clear communication: vets listening and explaining in an understandable, informative way.
•Support during emergencies and aftercare, including follow‑up after an emergency visit and sending details to a pet’s usual vet.
•Kind handling of dogs with specific needs/temperaments, including taking time to befriend a dog before treatment and understanding breed traits.
•End-of-life compassion: owners describe being supported through saying goodbye to an elderly dog.

Reviews for Strathspey Veterinary Centre

Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 113 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

Gavin Chilvers

3 weeks ago

Whilst on holiday in Aviemore, our adopted disabled Dachshund Tarsha developed early signs of a UTI. As UTIs and disabled dogs can be tricky to manage and treat, we didn't want to wait until we returned home for Tarsha to see a vet. As the practice was closed, I decided to message the Strathspey Veterinary Centre Aviemore at 8 am with a view to phoning them at 9 am when they opened. I was pleasantly surprised and thankful that Cameron emailed me back within 20 minutes (before their opening hours) to inform me they would be able to see Tarsha that day 🙏🏻. He sent me a link to register her and a link to book a convenient appointment slot online. So, within 40 minutes or so of first contacting the practice, Tarsha was all booked in. The practice is light and so welcoming. Every member of staff we met was lovely and really helped Tarsha settle. Jo the vet was super helpful and gentle with Tarsha. After a thorough examination Jo, as suspected, diagnosed a UTI and medicine was dispensed accordingly. Can't thank the team enough for getting us in so quickly today; we were so relieved that Tarsha was seen. Thankfully meds have already kicked in. As we visit this area 4 to 5 times every year we're so happy that we have found a vet that we can trust. Would recommend. THANK YOU FROM GAVIN AND TARSHA

Chris Hoult

a month ago

We're new to the area and have already visited after Ted the dog hurt himself. I admit I was concerned that this is not an independent vet. However, I am completely won over by the facilities, the expertise of the vets and the lovely welcome we get. When you have an animal that previously had to have sedation to go to the vet and now have a dog who goes in willingly and is relaxed and happy to be examined you know you've made the right choice.

Liudmyla Ivzhenko

Paula Hofmann ,She was very pleasant and sweet, she was polite, and explained everything in an accessible way, thanks to her, our child feels good.Thank you so mush

Donald Macgillivray

Astrid Neumann

2 months ago

Sehr nette und kompetente Ärztin. Vielen Dank.

Sally Hart

3 months ago

Welcoming staff lovely atmosphere. Cannot fault any. All make sure the practice runs smoothly. The kindness shown to Milo and all understand his boxer traits.Milo loves coming to see them all especially Gaby 😂.

philip hopcroft

On holiday and sadly had to contact them as our elderly dog Jay Jay was in pain and had to say goodbye to him. Reception staff were very brilliant and saw the vet within the hour. Big thanks to The vet Alison who helped us through this tough experience

2 weeks ago

123456789 Lover

Up in Aviemore on holiday and our dog took ill. On calling the vet the Receptionist couldnt have been more helpful and offered an appointment within 45 mins! The Practice Nurse was so friendly and took time to befriend Honey and carried out necessary treatment very quickly and efficiently. Overall a very positive experience in a lovely surgery.

Robert Douglas

Same day appointment, warm happy welcome for both my self and my dog “ Baxter” putting us both at ease. Vet listened and communicated in a pleasant understanding and informative manner. Everything was five star from the time we entered until the time we left. Many thanks to all in the practice.