Dog & Cat Vets in Huntingdon

## Summary Medivet St Ives is part of the MEDIVET group and is located in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, England. The clinic offers a range of services including surgical capabilities, an in-house laboratory, and specialized care for both common pets and exotic animals. ## Services The clinic provides various veterinary services such as vaccinations, parasite care, pet neutering, microchipping, and more. Notably, they also offer orthopaedic surgery and exotic animal studies. For emergency care, out-of-hours practice is available through Cromwell Veterinary Group in Huntingdon. ## Reviews Medivet St Ives has a 4.7-star rating based on 244 reviews. The latest written reviews may not capture the complete picture, as they only reflect recent experiences. - Several reviews highlight the staff's kindness and attentiveness, contributing to a positive experience for both pets and owners. - Communication with veterinarians and reception staff is frequently praised for being clear and helpful. - The latest written reviews available are limited, so patterns are less clear.

## Summary Kimbolton Vets describes itself as an **independent** practice with a “personal approach” to care. Reviews suggest it’s set up strongly for **routine preventative care** (boosters/annual vaccinations, check-ups) while also handling **common procedures** like **spays** and **dentistry** (a broken back tooth with exposed pulp identified during a booster check, with extraction discussed). Owners also mention supportive handling during **end-of-life appointments** for cats, plus practical help such as staff **carrying a cat carrier to and from the car**. ## Services Services mentioned in available sources include: - **Vaccinations/boosters** (including annual boosters and due-date reminders mentioned by clients) - **General health checks** (e.g., a dental issue discovered during a booster appointment) - **Dentistry**: a **severely damaged back tooth** with exposed pulp and decay was identified; **extraction** was anticipated - **Spay surgery** (dog spayed; owner reported good recovery and spirits afterwards) - **Nail clipping** - **Euthanasia** (support during a cat being put to sleep, as described by a reviewer) - **Emergency veterinary services** (listed in provided clinic data; no further detail given in the available website summary/reviews) ## People - **Becky** (vet, as described by a reviewer): credited with a **thorough exam** that picked up a **badly broken back tooth with exposed pulp and significant decay** that previous vets hadn’t noticed. - **Carol**: mentioned by name for being particularly helpful during a **cat euthanasia** appointment. - **Anna** and **Ammee**: named positively by an owner who visits monthly, citing consistently good care for their dog over an extended period. ## Reviews **Google rating: 5 stars from 92 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Thorough checks that catch hidden problems**: one owner said a serious broken tooth with exposed pulp and decay was identified during a booster check when it hadn’t been previously picked up elsewhere. - **Pets becoming more comfortable over time**: an owner described a nervous dog who was initially reluctant to interact, later becoming confident enough to “practically” run in for an annual booster after a spay and repeated visits. - **Support with sensitive situations**: one review highlights the team’s help when a cat had to be put to sleep. - **Practical, hands-on help**: staff helped carry a cat basket/carrier to and from the car, which the owner said reduced stress for a cat that dislikes travel. - **Routine care commonly used**: vaccinations/boosters, check-ups and nail cutting are all specifically mentioned.

## Summary Medivet Brampton is part of the Medivet group and supports veterinary nurse training. The clinic’s website highlights 15‑minute consultations, in‑house lab testing and X‑rays, plus routine care such as vaccinations, microchipping and neutering for cats, dogs, rabbits and other small mammals. From the latest reviews, owners most often describe: - Clear explanations of procedures and aftercare (including questions answered “clearly and promptly” after surgery). - Neutering/spaying experiences with smooth recoveries mentioned. - Being fitted in quickly for urgent problems (including a suspected choking episode and a wasp sting affecting breathing, with improvement reported within 30 minutes). - Some difficulty getting appointments at times, alongside praise for specific vets who help nervous dogs stay calm. ## Services Based on the clinic website and the reviews available: - **General consultations** (website specifies **15‑minute consultations**) - **Vaccinations** (including kitten visits and injections discussed in reviews) - **Neutering** (spays and castration specifically mentioned in reviews) - **Dentistry** (listed on the website) - **Microchipping** (listed on the website) - **Parasite care** (listed on the website) - **Nurse clinics** (listed on the website) - **Home visits** (listed on the website) - **Diagnostics**: **in‑house laboratory** and **X‑rays** (listed on the website) - **Urgent same-day care** is described in reviews (e.g., suspected choking; wasp sting with breathing trouble), though this is not presented as a dedicated emergency service. Out-of-hours care (as stated on the website) is provided by **Cromwell Veterinary Group**. ## Pricing - **Consultation fee from £178 (including VAT)** is shown on the clinic’s website source extract (noted as subject to change). ## People Named team members and what owners mention: - **Dr. Wall (vet)**: credited in a review with seeing a dog “right away” for a wasp sting affecting breathing, with the dog reported to be breathing normally within 30 minutes after treatment. - **Helen (vet)** (name as written by the reviewer): described as “brilliant, kind and understanding,” and specifically noted for helping a very nervous dog relax “totally” once with her. - **Marion (client care assistant)**: thanked by name in a review for looking after a nervous dog. Website-listed team (roles from the website): - **Ruxandra‑Isabella Prioreasa (Veterinary Surgeon)** - **Chloe Bromley (Head Veterinary Nurse)** - **Isobella Ganner (Veterinary Nurse; described on the site as joining as a Student Veterinary Nurse, with an interest in nurse clinics including weight clinics and inpatient care)** - **Phoebe McConville (Veterinary Nurse)** - **Kayla Hardy (Veterinary Nurse)** - **Liv Foster (Veterinary Care Assistant)** - **Marion Fletcher (Client Care Assistant)** ## Reviews **4.7 stars from 127 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Aftercare and communication:** owners describe procedures and aftercare being explained clearly, with follow-up questions answered promptly. - **Surgery experiences:** multiple owners mention spays/castrations with positive experiences and smooth recoveries. - **Help with urgent problems:** reviews describe being seen quickly for issues like suspected choking and a wasp sting causing breathing trouble. - **Handling nervous pets:** several reviews mention nervous animals being kept calm during treatment, including one owner seeking out a particular vet for this. - **Access to appointments can be difficult:** one recent review notes it can be “hard at times to get appointments,” despite positive comments about the care once seen.

## Summary Medivet St Neots is part of the Medivet group and offers routine and medical care for a range of pets (including cats, dogs, rabbits, small mammals and exotics). The clinic lists 15‑minute consultations, an in‑house lab and X‑ray facilities, and it is a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly describe compassionate support during difficult situations (including help with paperwork after a pet’s death and a condolence card signed by staff). Reviews also mention surgical procedures, emergency hospitalisation, and practical problem‑solving for issues like fur matting and arthritis. One recent review reports a sharply negative experience with a receptionist’s manner, while still saying the vet was “lovely as usual.” ## Services Services and capabilities mentioned on the clinic website include: - 15‑minute consultations and “nose‑to‑tail” health checks - Vaccinations, parasite care and microchipping - Neutering - Dentistry - Nurse clinics - Home visits - In‑house laboratory testing - X‑rays - Unused medication disposal (the practice asks owners to return unused medications for safe disposal) - Veterinary Nurse Training facility (listed in the clinic data) Out‑of‑hours care: the website states that out‑of‑hours care is provided by Cromwell Veterinary Group. Species listed on the website: cats, dogs, rabbits, small mammals and exotics. ## People Names mentioned in reviews include Jade, Amy, Sofia, Emma, Chris and Shauna (roles not stated). What reviewers describe them doing: - Jade and Amy were specifically credited with helping a cat with fur matting and arthritis (“went beyond all expectations”). - Multiple team members were thanked for compassion and communication during a longer care journey that included regular check‑ups, surgery and an emergency hospitalisation; the owner noted they didn’t feel rushed or “silly for asking questions.” - Staff were also praised for taking over difficult admin “paperwork” after a pet’s death and sending a condolence card signed by staff who had known the pet. ## Reviews **4.7 stars from 160 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Compassion in end‑of‑life and emergency situations: owners mention support when a cat was euthanised after severe injuries, and help with paperwork plus a condolence card after a loss. - Problem‑focused care for specific issues: fur matting and arthritis are explicitly mentioned, as are surgical procedures and emergency hospitalisation. - Appointment experience: one owner says it’s “easy to get an appointment” and that they didn’t feel rushed or intimidated when asking questions. - Mixed front‑desk experience: one recent reviewer describes a receptionist being rude to staff and making them feel like an annoyance; the same review says the vet was “lovely as usual.” - Handling nervous pets: one review describes a “stress free environment” for a very nervous cat recovering from an operation, including being kept away from other animals.

## Summary Cromwell Veterinary Group’s branch is a purpose-built practice (built in the 1980s) with two vet consultation rooms, a nurse consultation room, and an on-site theatre for surgical procedures. Reviews most often mention being able to get appointments “quickly and without fuss,” including being seen the same day when concerns were raised, and gentle handling of cats by both vets and nurses. Out-of-hours emergencies are directed to the group’s 24-hour hospital service. A minority of reviews report a contrasting experience around communication during delays (one client waited ~25 minutes with an anxious pet before being told the vet was running late). ## Services - Vet consultations (weekday appointments are referenced on the clinic site). - Nurse consultations (a dedicated nurse consult room is listed on the clinic site). - Surgical procedures carried out on-site (theatre for surgical procedures; surgical sessions are referenced on the clinic site). - Emergency / out-of-hours care: directed to the group’s hospital service available 24 hours (as stated on the clinic site). - Pet Plan (mentioned by clients as something to “sign up” to, but details aren’t provided in the available information). - Veterinary Nurse Training facility (listed in the clinic data). ## People - **Polly (vet)** — described by a reviewer as “kind, empathetic, [and] professional.” - **Georgina (nurse)** — singled out as a “brilliant” nurse and “a real asset,” with praise for professionalism and empathy. - **Kelly (receptionist)** — described as “efficient” and “welcoming.” - Across multiple reviews, clients specifically value **clear communication** and **gentle handling**, particularly with cats (e.g., vets and nurses being “so gentle” and taking time to listen to concerns). ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.6 stars from 209 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Access to care:** repeat mentions of appointments being arranged quickly, including being seen the same day when concerns were raised. - **Handling and communication:** owners describe vets/nurses being gentle with cats and taking time to listen and explain, helping owners feel reassured. - **End-of-life support:** one reviewer collecting a pet’s ashes described staff as empathetic and the process as quick and straightforward. - **Flexibility:** one client said they were still seen even after arriving late due to traffic. - **Process issues (conflicting experiences):** a reviewer reported a 25-minute delay at a first appointment with no proactive update until they asked reception.