Animals 1st Vets Macmerry

- Recent feedback is strongly positive about the team as a whole, with vets, nurses and reception staff all described as friendly, caring, attentive and compassionate. - Owners often say treatment options and next steps are explained clearly, and that they feel listened to rather than rushed. - Several reviews highlight especially good handling of anxious or fearful dogs, including pets that are usually nervous at vet visits but were noticeably more settled here.

Services

•Routine and preventive care: vaccinations, including annual booster appointments mentioned by reviewers, alongside nurse clinics, wellness screenings and the Pet Health Club.
•Diagnostics and testing: in-house laboratory testing, ultrasound, X-rays, and health and heart testing.
•Procedures and treatment support: neutering, laser therapy, de-matting and surgical care. Recent reviews mention supportive handling for a nervous dog needing a procedure, and quick action on a tumour case with strong care before and after the operation.
•Certificates and additional assessments: animal health certificates for travel to the EU, and BOAS assessment under the RFG scheme.
•Species seen: cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, hamsters, lizards, snakes and other reptiles, birds, chickens and fancy fowl.
•Urgent support: 24/7 access to an online vet via Pawsquad.

Pricing

No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic, although one recent reviewer described the prices as reasonable.

People

Clients recently mention Emma for her kind, reassuring approach with dogs. Older reviews also praise Louise, Gillian and Aileen for friendly, thorough consultations, and Katy on reception for a warm welcome; Zara is also named by clients. Mr Darlington is mentioned in one older negative review about a past complaint.

Reviews

Google reviews show 4.8 stars from 253 reviews.

•Recent feedback is strongly positive about the team as a whole, with vets, nurses and reception staff all described as friendly, caring, attentive and compassionate.
•Owners often say treatment options and next steps are explained clearly, and that they feel listened to rather than rushed.
•Several reviews highlight especially good handling of anxious or fearful dogs, including pets that are usually nervous at vet visits but were noticeably more settled here.
•Praise covers both routine and more serious care, from annual boosters to surgery support and help during difficult times; there is also one older negative review referring to a past complaint when Mr Darlington was in charge.

Reviews for Animals 1st Vets Macmerry

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Note: Showing the 10 most recent Google reviews out of 253 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

Margaret Sanderson

1 month ago

If I could give this practice ten stars and more I would. The standard of care is excellent, the vets are brilliant as are all the staff. They are so attentive and discuss any treatment needed fully with you. My Max was born at the practice and I would not take him anywhere else.

Kerry vanderZyl

This is an amazing vets surgery. All the staff are friendly, caring and nothing is too much trouble. My dog has always been very anxious and nervous when entering the doors of a vets surgery, but not this one, he even wagged his tail!!! Would highly recommend

RONALD BUCHANAN

In the four years we ve taken our two sausages to your practice,we cannot fault anything,the reception staff are always so friendly when we arrive,the nurses always look after our two with care + compassion,and the Vets have always been very helpful and compassionate regarding our two + are always there if we need anything,would definitely recommend the practice.

Kirsty Bell

2 months ago

Highly recommend Animals 1st Vets. Outstanding service and reasonable prices. My nervous dog required a procedure and they couldn't have been more supportive. I felt really listened to and they came up with suggestions and solutions to make things as easy as possible. Couldn't ask for better care for your pets. Thank you!

Pauline MacDonald

My experience is peace of mind. Emma has a very kind reassuring way when dealing with the issues with the dogs.

Sean Mcleish

8 months ago

Liz Kerr

9 months ago

Derek Bathgate

10 months ago

We were delighted with the service and friendly staff. Our appointment was for an annual vaccination booster and our pets were very well looked after. Would definitely recommend.

Sophie Armstrong

11 months ago

Changed to Animals1st after a bad experience with another vet. Couldn't be happier with the service they provide! Wish I'd changed vets sooner!!! My dog Tony is so well taken care of they're all lovely

Simon Waugh

Friendly and looked after dogs 🐕