Dog & Cat Vets in Salisbury

## Summary My Vet Salisbury is a small-animal clinic where recent reviews repeatedly single out individual vets by name—especially **Adam** (described as “experienced,” “honest,” and “dedicated”) and **Daniel** (mentioned positively by name). Owners also highlight **practical access**, noting the practice is **open seven days a week**. One reviewer specifically says the clinic’s **pricing made treatment for a senior cat possible** when they otherwise feared euthanasia might be the only option. ## Services Based on the latest reviews available to us, the only clearly described care is: - **General veterinary treatment**, including **treatment for a senior cat** (no specific condition or procedure described). ## People - **Adam (vet)** – described by reviewers as experienced and dedicated; owners mention **honesty** and feeling able to proceed with needed care (one reviewer links this to being able to treat a senior cat rather than choosing euthanasia due to cost). - **Daniel** – mentioned positively by name (“Love daniel”), but no role or specific interaction details are provided in the review text we have. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 142 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - Multiple short, enthusiastic recommendations (e.g., “Highly recommend”). - Specific praise for **Adam** as an experienced, dedicated vet, with emphasis on **honesty**. - **Affordability/value** is mentioned as a deciding factor for at least one owner (helping them afford treatment for a senior cat). - **Seven-day opening** is called out as a practical benefit.

## Summary Avon Lodge Veterinary Group is a general veterinary practice (independent vs corporate ownership isn’t stated in the information provided). Recent reviews describe prompt triage and quick access to care—for example, one owner says their dog “Molly was taken care of straight away” after they called with concerns. Several owners also highlight a “best for your dog” approach, including one review describing the team not trying to sell “expensive extras” and instead pursuing treatment that helped a senior dog recover when euthanasia seemed likely. The clinic environment is described as “clean and tidy,” and staff are repeatedly mentioned as being welcoming and confident handling larger, nervous dogs (including a large mastiff). ## Services Based on the latest reviews available to us, owners reference: - Same-day/rapid assessment when calling with concerns (prompt action and immediate care described). - Senior/complex case decision-making, including situations where euthanasia was being considered and treatment options were discussed and pursued. - Handling and support for large-breed dogs during visits (staff approaching, petting, and physically reassuring the dog is specifically mentioned). ## People - **Kate (receptionist)**: Mentioned for “prompt action” when an owner called with concerns, helping their dog be seen and treated quickly. - **Kirsty (receptionist)**: Also credited alongside Kate for fast, effective handling of an urgent situation. - **Receptionists, nurses, and vets (team)**: Described by a newer client as welcoming and informative across two visits; one owner specifically appreciated how confidently and gently staff interacted with a large mastiff (hugging/petting noted). ## Reviews **4.6 stars from 208 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Prompt response and fast access to care when owners raise urgent concerns. - Decision-making that owners felt focused on what’s best for the pet, including not pushing “expensive extras.” - Positive handling of anxious or large dogs, with owners noting gentle, friendly physical reassurance. - Clean, tidy clinic mentioned. - At least one very recent low rating (1 star) is present in the latest reviews we can see, but no written detail was available to explain why.

## Summary The Pet Practice is a fully independent, family-owned veterinary practice founded in 2009 by vet Ben Johnson. Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine preventative care (vaccinations and parasite control) with the ability to fit in urgent problems during opening hours when needed. Recent reviewers mention getting a same-day appointment after calling in the morning, and one non-registered owner says their dog was seen as an emergency during opening hours. ## Services From the clinic website: - Vaccinations - Flea treatments - Worm treatments - Regular health checks Species specifically mentioned on the website: - Dogs - Cats - Chickens Urgent care (as described in reviews/website copy): - Reviews include being “accommodating in an emergency” and one account of an emergency appointment for a non-client during opening hours; no formal out-of-hours arrangements are described. ## People - **Ben Johnson (vet)** – named on the website as the practice founder (founded 2009). What reviewers comment on (staff not named in the reviews provided): - **Reception and vet team**: described as friendly and professional, including one reviewer who said they called in the morning and were given an appointment that afternoon. - **Handling urgent situations**: one reviewer says staff saw their dog as an emergency despite them not being a client, and that the “care and attention” made them feel confident about registering. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.7 stars from 136 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Fast access to appointments**: one reviewer reports calling in the morning and being seen that afternoon. - **Emergency help during opening hours**: one reviewer says their dog was seen as an emergency even though they weren’t already a client. - **Front-desk experience matters**: multiple reviews specifically mention receptionists alongside vets as part of the good experience. - **General interactions described as friendly/helpful**: reviewers mention a warm welcome and “really looked after” their cat.

## Summary Avon Lodge Veterinary Group appears to operate across more than one branch (one reviewer mentions dealing with “either branch”). Recent reviewers most often talk about day-to-day access and interactions rather than specific treatments: booking appointments and getting repeat medications are described as straightforward, and multiple reviews highlight a listening approach from the vets. Across the latest comments, the practice team (vets, nurses and reception staff) is repeatedly described as friendly and helpful. ## People - **Veterinarians**: reviewers mention vets who “listen,” which owners link to feeling confident about decisions for their pet (“Happy owner Happy dog”). - **Nurses and staff**: one review specifically includes “veterinarians, nurses and staff” and says they are consistently kind, friendly and helpful, with no issues reported when arranging appointments or medications. ## Reviews **4.6 stars from 115 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Practical access:** owners mention having “never an issue” with booking appointments or obtaining medications. - **Communication:** multiple reviewers emphasise being listened to. - **Consistent friendliness:** several reviews focus on a friendly, helpful manner across the team.

## Summary Stonehenge Vets is described in recent reviews as a practice that will sometimes fit pets in at short notice and handles animals gently (one owner mentions their dog being treated “with such love and gentleness”). Several reviewers also highlight clear explanations: one specifically says the vet made sure they understood the problem, the issues involved, and the treatment plan. A minority experience conflicts with this positive picture—one reviewer reports a delayed appointment time and feeling rushed through vaccinations. ## Services Services specifically mentioned in the latest reviews include: - Vaccinations for dogs (one reviewer describes being “in and out with vaccines for both dogs”). - Consultations where the vet explains the suspected problem, potential issues, and a treatment plan. ## Pricing - One reviewer reports paying **£149** for a visit that included **vaccines for two dogs**, and alleges prices have **“gone up 25% in a year.”** (This is a single reviewer’s account; no other pricing is stated in the information provided.) ## People - **Admin staff:** described as “helpful” by one reviewer. - **Vets (unnamed):** repeatedly noted for explaining what’s going on and outlining a treatment plan; another review describes details being “carefully explained.” ## Reviews **4.7 stars from 201 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - Being fitted in at short notice and staff going “above and beyond” to accommodate appointments. - Gentle handling of pets (one owner specifically mentions their dog being treated with “love and gentleness”). - Clear explanations of the problem and the treatment plan. - A conflicting experience: one owner reports waiting past their appointment time despite the clinic seeming quiet, feeling the vaccination appointment was very brief, and dissatisfaction with price increases and cost.