About Veterinary Care in Roxburghshire
Roxburghshire has 4 veterinary clinics across its 3 towns, giving pet owners a moderate evidence base to compare rather than a large market. Coverage is notably even, with all 3 towns represented, and the county combines a broad service mix with some weekend opening, which matters in an area where overall choice is still limited.
Top 3 clinics (current county ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawick Veterinary Practice | 61/100 | — | Yes |
| Greenside Veterinary Practice | 60/100 | — | Yes |
| Cheviot Vets | 56/100 | — | Yes |
For most pet owners, Roxburghshire looks like a small but workable market: there are not many clinics to choose from, but there is enough review depth to give a more grounded picture than a handful of isolated ratings. The ranked comparison table shows the county’s clinics side by side with their position, verified status, and Published prices where available. The broad-scope service profile also suggests many owners can find support for routine care and a range of common veterinary needs within Roxburghshire rather than needing to travel out of county for every issue.
Geographically, the picture is more even than the total clinic count might suggest. All three towns in this snapshot have at least one clinic, so no part of Roxburghshire is completely unserved. Kelso appears to offer the most direct same-town choice, while Hawick and Melrose look more like single-option towns unless owners are willing to travel, which matters more when you want a backup practice or faster appointment options.
Trust and access need a little more checking by owners. None of the listings are verified, so it is sensible to confirm opening hours, contact details, and current services directly; verification only means listing details have been confirmed by a registered user, not that a clinic has extra accreditation. Published prices are available for most, but not all, clinics, so fee transparency is helpful rather than complete. Weekend access exists in some cases, and emergency care is available in most of the county’s options, but the out-of-hours picture is still fairly shallow and this snapshot does not show confirmed 24-hour cover. Three clinics are also VN training sites, which may indicate a wider team structure, though it is not a quality guarantee.
In practice, choosing between vets in Roxburghshire is likely to come down to travel convenience, how clearly fees are explained, and what happens if your pet needs help outside normal hours. If you live in a town with fewer same-town alternatives, ask early about referral arrangements, weekend availability, and how urgent cases are handled overnight. For any shortlist, check that the Published prices are current, ask for estimates for likely follow-up costs, and make sure the practice offers the specific services your pet is most likely to need.
Top Vets in Roxburghshire
Highly rated veterinary clinics across Roxburghshire, ranked for transparency, quality and customer reviews
Hawick Veterinary Practice in Hawick is part of the Linnaeus group. The practice says it has been serving local pets since the 1960s, and it appears set up for both everyday veterinary care and more serious cases. Recent customer feedback highlights quick access for unwell pets, ongoing monitoring for kittens, supportive handling of nervous dogs, and care during major surgery after a road-traffic injury.
Greenside Veterinary Practice in Melrose is part of the Linnaeus group and provides care for both small and large animals, while also operating as a veterinary nurse training practice. The practice appears particularly well known for cases that go beyond routine appointments, with a dedicated Regenerative Therapies & Rehabilitation service mentioned repeatedly by owners. Recent feedback also highlights supportive handling for nervous dogs, clear communication, and attentive follow-up.
Cheviot Vets is a veterinary practice in Kelso that also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. Ownership or group affiliation is not stated. Recent feedback continues to show a practice handling routine care, medication collections, urgent appointments and end-of-life support, with particular praise for aftercare and a clean, quiet environment.
Galedin Veterinary is a long-established six-branch practice in the VetPartners group, serving Kelso and the surrounding area. It provides care for household pets as well as horses and livestock, and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility with emergency veterinary cover. Recent feedback points to a friendly, organised practice where appointments run promptly and consultations feel calm rather than rushed.
Find Vets by Town in Roxburghshire
Browse veterinary practices by town across Roxburghshire, Scotland
