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Best Vets in Midlothian

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#11

Our Score (80/100)

4.7(152 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

ICR Pentland Vets is part of the ICR Vets group, and the site states they offer 24-hour veterinary services for all pets. The clinic is described as RCVS Accredited, with “Cat Friendly Clinic” status also listed (and the group notes accredited hospital status for a different clinic in the same network). Reviews most often describe unhurried appointments where owners feel listened to, including support during end-of-life care.

Our Score (79/100)

4.8(150 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:

University-run small animal hospital linked to the University of Edinburgh (not a corporate chain). Based on the reviews available, it’s set up for referral-level and complex care as well as ongoing therapies—owners describe emergency referrals, advanced investigations (including imaging), inpatient stays, and major surgery decision-making.

#13

Happy Pets

Edinburgh

Our Score (79/100)

4.7(135 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat

Happy Pets describes itself as an independent veterinary practice with a small team focused on continuity of care and personalised support for both pets and owners. From the latest reviews, owners most often highlight time spent talking through options and questions, and one detailed account credits the clinic—especially vet Maggie—with urgent care that helped a cat recover from a critical kidney problem. Reviews also mention that not everything was perfect, including some discomfort with reception, alongside very positive experiences with the vets.

Our Score (79/100)

4.6(105 reviews)
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
  • Owners frequently mention friendly, welcoming interactions and staff who are helpful with advice when needed. - Several reviews highlight patient handling of anxious or difficult pets, with pets reportedly becoming comfortable attending over time. - Communication comes up repeatedly: owners describe staff explaining what will happen and asking relevant questions during check-ups.

Our Score (78/100)

4.8(223 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
cat

The Veterinary Cat Clinic treats cats only and describes itself as the first cat-only veterinary practice in the UK (established in 1995). It operates as an Employee Ownership Trust and lists membership of ICC and ISFM. From the latest reviews available, owners mention practical handling of nervous cats (“put completely at ease”) and decision-making they felt was not pushy (one long-term client says they “never felt pressured” into anything), alongside comments about vaccinations and overall affordability.

Our Score (78/100)

5.0(11 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat

Eye Right Referrals is a fully independent veterinary ophthalmology referral service owned and run by Julia Henken, focusing on eye conditions in small animals (dogs, cats and rabbits). The website describes capability for routine, urgent and emergency referral cases, including advanced diagnostics (e.g., MRI/CT access, electroretinogram, eye ultrasound) and ocular surgery (including cataract surgery and diode laser). In the latest reviews available to us, owners describe rapid assessment for sudden, serious eye problems, clear explanations of diagnosis and treatment plans, and post-procedure support during recovery (including responsiveness by email).

Our Score (77/100)

4.5(136 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Dunedin Veterinary Surgeons describes itself as a fully equipped small-animal practice, with a large surgical suite plus x‑ray, ultrasound, in‑house diagnostics and hospitalisation facilities. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility and offers emergency veterinary services (the exact out‑of‑hours arrangement isn’t stated in the information provided). In recent reviews, owners most often point to practical outcomes and handling: testing a lump at the first request (then surgical removal a few weeks later), fitting in an emergency procedure, and vets being notably good with nervous dogs during routine vaccinations.

Our Score (77/100)

4.7(84 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

West Port Veterinary Clinic – Drumbrae is part of Westport Veterinary Clinic, described on its website as a locally owned independent small-animal practice with three branches and nearly 30 years in operation. The clinic appears set up for both routine care and more involved investigations/procedures, with on-site facilities listed such as a sterile theatre, lab, digital and dental x-ray, ultrasound, and an endoscope, plus dedicated dog and cat wards and recovery kennels.

Our Score (77/100)

4.4(59 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

Galedin Ltd trading as Animac Vets is presented on its website as a small practice focused on “personal service” and working “in partnership” with owners based on clinical need. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe thorough explanations during appointments and notably supportive end‑of‑life care (including time to say goodbye, sedation before euthanasia, and follow‑up gestures such as checking in later and sending a card). One recent review conflicts with this overall picture, describing a seriously ill dog being misdiagnosed during a very busy period with only one vet on duty, followed by referral elsewhere and concerns about charges becoming “excessive”.

#20

Gordon Vets Ltd

Musselburgh

Our Score (76/100)

4.6(521 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat

Gordon Vets Ltd offers general veterinary care for pets and also operates as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. The website references emergency care, repeat prescriptions, and a proactive healthcare membership called Pet Health Club, but doesn’t provide detailed service lists. From the latest reviews, owners most often describe practical touches like phone-call updates during a dog’s dental procedure, staff making a point of getting down on the floor to greet a nervous small dog, and supportive end-of-life care when a dog was put to rest.

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