Scottish Vet Referrals

Concrete details owners describe include: - Detailed decision-support at the consultation stage (one owner said they were given “all the relevant information” to decide whether cataract surgery was right). - Flexibility around hospitalisation when pets have additional needs (a diabetic dog with separation anxiety was allowed to go home the same night if eye pressures were OK, then return the following morning). - Ongoing support between appointments (one owner received a reassuring email at night after sending wound photos post-op).

Concrete details owners describe include

•Detailed decision-support at the consultation stage (one owner said they were given “all the relevant information” to decide whether cataract surgery was right).
•Flexibility around hospitalisation when pets have additional needs (a diabetic dog with separation anxiety was allowed to go home the same night if eye pressures were OK, then return the following morning).
•Ongoing support between appointments (one owner received a reassuring email at night after sending wound photos post-op).
•Handling insurance admin directly (one reviewer said the team dealt directly with insurers).

Structured clinic data also lists it as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.

Services

Services and capabilities mentioned in the available information include

•Ophthalmology clinic (owners reference regular ophthalmology visits, chronic eye problems, and cataract surgery, with follow-up reported up to 5 weeks post-op).
•Orthopaedic clinic (mentioned by a repeat client).
•Surgery for cancer (jaw cancer surgery is specifically described).
•Specialist medical care for complex feline illness (one owner describes referral-level treatment for feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) that their usual vet “couldn’t assist with as it requires specialist care”).
•Post-operative support/remote review (owners mention sending wound photos and receiving reassurance by email).
•Veterinary Nurse Training facility (listed in structured data).

People

Named team members mentioned in the latest reviews

•Donald Yool (performed jaw cancer surgery). An owner describes careful management post-op and being able to send wound photos and receive reassurance by email at night.
•Simon Bate (described as a specialist). One owner credits him and the team with “life saving treatment” for a very unwell kitten undergoing treatment for FIP; another mentions he and the team were professional and helped by dealing directly with insurance.
•Kirsten and Lucas (seen for cataract surgery care). An owner highlights clear explanations to support decision-making, patience with repeated questions, and a plan tailored to a diabetic dog with separation anxiety (home the same night if pressures were OK, then return next morning).
•Nurses and admin staff are explicitly thanked by one reviewer in the context of cataract surgery and follow-up care.

Reviews

4.9 stars from 35 reviews. “”

•Referral-level treatment for complex problems is a recurring theme (cataract surgery, long-term eye issues, orthopaedics, jaw cancer surgery, and specialist treatment for FIP).
•Owners repeatedly mention thorough communication: being given enough information to decide on surgery, and staff answering “question after question.”
•Practical support outside the appointment is noted, including reassurance by email after sending wound photos.
•Individual circumstances accommodated (example: managing a diabetic dog’s needs and separation anxiety with a same-night discharge plan if medically appropriate).
•Insurance paperwork assistance is specifically mentioned (dealing directly with insurers).

Reviews for Scottish Vet Referrals

Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 35 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

Sue Mouring

6 months ago

My GSD recently had surgery by Donald Yool for cancer in his jaw, they managed him very well & always so helpful & polite. After worrying about his wound I received an email at night reassuring me after I'd sent pictures through. Highly recommend

9 months ago

Michael Holley

10 months ago

The vets have looked after Mac for years with his eye problem,and we couldn't be happier with the treatment he has received. First rate Vets.

Karolina Slotwinska

Wonderful, knowledgeable vets, very friendly and helpful team. Unfortunately, we are regulars at the opthalmology and orthopedic clinics, but we feel that our doggie is in the best hands! Thank you team SVR 🌟

8 months ago

.marie morrison

11 months ago

When Bluey my kitten fell very poorly we got referred to specialist Simon Bate and the team for life saving treatment . I cannot recommend Simon and the team enough , I would have lost Bluey by now , were it not for them and I am eternally grateful! Bluey is a happy bouncing kitten and not the sad pained wee kitten he was just 6 weeks ago ! We are still undergoing treatment for the nearly always fatal Feline infectious peritonitis, but our hopes are high thanks to the treatment which we have received and which out local vet couldn’t assist with as it requires specialist care .

Martina Anderson

a year ago

Gracie attended SVR for cataract surgery. From the initial consultation, Kirsten and Lucas were attentive and understanding and ensured that we had all the relevant information to decide if the surgery was right for Gracie. Once we decided to proceed, the surgery was scheduled for the earliest possible date, and SVR excelled in putting our minds at rest when we bombarded them with question after question. One of our biggest concerns was that Gracie suffers from anxiety separation, and we were concerned that being diabetic, Gracie would refuse to eat and, therefore, not be able to take her insulin. Kirsten accommodated this by replying that if the operation was successful and the eye pressures were ok, we could take Gracie home that night and return with her the following morning. From the day of the surgery to the follow-up 5 weeks post-surgery, I can only say that the care from SVR, has been excellent, and we would not hesitate to use or recommend their services to any pet owner. Since the day of the operation, Gracie has grown in confidence and is back to enjoying life to the fullest, and that is all thanks to the great team at SVR. Big thank you to the nurses and admin staff too. A fantastic team all together 🐾🐾

Susan Worth

We took our dog Logan here for his first visit yesterday. Excellent experience. Simon and the team couldn't have been more professional , kind and helpful. Dealt directly with our insurers too which makes things easier. 5 star. Well done all.