Specialist Vets in Bournemouth

## Summary The Pet Practice is a veterinary clinic that’s also listed as a **Veterinary Nurse Training facility**. Recent reviews describe it handling a mix of **routine care and same-day urgent problems** across different species, including cats, dogs, and even an elderly hamster. Owners repeatedly mention **gentle handling** (for nervous pets and cats), **clear explanations during appointments**, and practical support such as **staff helping an owner get a pet in and out of their vehicle**. A membership option called **Pet Plan Plus** is mentioned by one reviewer, who says it includes **free consultations**. ## Services Services and situations explicitly mentioned by owners include: - **Vaccinations for puppies**, with extra time taken to help a nervous/previously traumatised puppy cope well during injections - **Puppy “fear classes”** run with a student nurse (group setting mentioned) - **Urgent/same-day appointments** for acute issues (e.g., a distressed dog seen quickly near end of day; another “unexpected but necessary” appointment) - Assessment for **suspected UTI** (ruled out in the visit described) - Treatment/advice for **skin wounds/injuries** (cat bite on a leg, caught before it became badly infected) - Care for **small pets** (an elderly hamster check-up) - **Phone advice** is mentioned as part of their support - **Pet Plan Plus** membership (includes *free consultations*, per one review) ## People Named team members mentioned in reviews: - **Hannah (vet)** – described as thorough and trusted by a long-term client’s dog; also credited with arranging a quick urgent appointment for a distressed dog and being kind during a stressful visit. - **Alfonso/Alphonso (vet)** – mentioned for explaining an appointment clearly and, separately, for giving puppy vaccines patiently and helping a nervous puppy stay calm during injections. - **Asha (vet)** – described by one owner as honest and professional, helping them feel at ease. - **Student nurse (name not given)** – runs **puppy fear classes** and is described as patient and kind. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.7 stars from 186 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Gentle handling and patience**, especially with cats and nervous puppies (including a puppy that “didn’t even flinch” during vaccines after a previous bad experience elsewhere). - **Clear, informative explanations** during consultations (including reassurance when a suspected UTI turned out not to be the issue). - **Responsive help for urgent problems**, with one owner reporting an emergency appointment offered quickly when their dog was very distressed. - **Care across different animals**, with positive mention of an elderly hamster being treated with the same respect as larger pets. - **Practical support from staff**, such as helping an owner get their pet out of and back into their vehicle.

## Summary Natterjacks Vet has been providing pet care since 2012 and describes itself as a community-focused practice with “fully equipped” sites. Owners most often describe day-to-day care (vaccinations and annual check-ups) alongside support for difficult end-of-life decisions; multiple recent reviews mention euthanasia handled with sensitivity and kindness. Practical points raised in reviews include same-day appointments being arranged when pets are unwell, and one owner reporting appointments consistently running late. Pricing sentiment is mixed: some owners call pricing fair, while one reviewer strongly criticises rising costs and medication pricing (though that same reviewer noted discounts were negotiated on some medicines). ## Services - Routine preventative care mentioned in reviews: annual health checks and yearly vaccinations (cats and dogs). - Euthanasia/end-of-life care is repeatedly referenced, with owners describing supportive explanations and sensitive handling. - Behaviour/stress-aware handling: one owner said staff were mindful of their dog’s separation anxiety and worked to make appointments as stress-free as possible. - Emergency veterinary services are listed in the clinic data (24/7 or extended hours). - Veterinary Nurse Training facility is listed in the clinic data. ## People - **Louise**: mentioned by name in a recent review during an end-of-life visit; the owner described Louise and her team as kind and caring. - **Prateek (vet)**: described as relatively new to the clinic; a reviewer said he was calm, informative, and gentle handling two cats during vaccinations/check-ups. - Receptionists and nurses are praised in one review for being helpful and knowledgeable, showing concern when pets are unwell, and helping secure appointments quickly (often same day). ## Reviews **4.8 stars from 522 reviews.** Feedback is dominated by positive experiences, with a smaller number of comments highlighting lateness of appointments and concerns about medication/prices. “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - Kind, sensitive support during euthanasia and bereavement, including one owner noting they received a condolence card afterwards. - Staff taking time to explain problems and options, especially around difficult decisions. - Reports of quick access to care when pets are unwell (including same-day appointments). - Handling that aims to reduce stress for anxious pets; one owner cited separation anxiety being actively considered during visits. - Conflicting experiences on cost: some owners call pricing fair, while one reviewer describes dissatisfaction with increasing prices and medication costs. - One reviewer says appointments are consistently late (often 10+ minutes), including the first appointment of the day.

## Summary Lynwood Vets is a long-established small-animal practice (the website states it has been operating since 1849) with in-house facilities including dental X‑ray, ultrasound and endoscopy. It also states that out-of-hours care (nights, weekends and bank holidays) is provided via Vets Now through another branch. The practice is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often highlight clear explanations and time to discuss concerns, alongside practical, hands-on care such as ongoing thyroid treatment for a cat and a nurse helping by removing a badly matted knot in fur. Several reviews also mention pets being comfortable attending and continuity with seeing the same vets over time. ## Services Based on the website summary and the structured clinic data, Lynwood Vets provides: - Routine preventive care: vaccinations; flea and worm treatment - Neutering - Microchipping - Diagnostic/facilities mentioned: dental X‑ray, ultrasound, endoscopy - Emergency/out-of-hours arrangements: the website states care during nights, weekends and bank holidays is provided by **Vets Now** via another branch - Species explicitly mentioned on the website: dogs and cats - Veterinary nurse training facility (as listed in the clinic data) ## People - **Louisa** (role not stated): mentioned by name in a recent review as being “amazing,” with the owner saying their pet recovered and returned to normal. - Vets, nurses and reception staff (not individually named in most reviews): owners repeatedly describe being given time to raise concerns, with explanations that are “informative” and “not pushy” about additional services. One review specifically mentions a nurse providing extra practical help by removing a severely matted knot from a cat’s fur. - Continuity: one owner notes they “always saw the same vets,” which they felt made visits easier, including through end-of-life care for their dog. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.6 stars from 201 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - Clear communication: multiple owners say staff explain things thoroughly, answer questions, and give reassurance. - Ongoing condition management: one owner describes regular thyroid treatment for their cat, with staff taking their concerns seriously. - Gentle, practical handling: examples include a nurse removing a “really bad knot” in a cat’s fur and owners reporting pets are not nervous about visiting. - Decision-making without pressure: one review mentions receiving advice about services “but without being pushy.” - Long-term care relationships: several owners describe using the practice for many years, including emergency visits and support through a pet’s final stages of life.

## Summary Riverside Veterinary Clinic is a family-owned, independent practice that says it has been treating pets since 1988. Recent reviews repeatedly name **Dr. Reza Sadeghi** and describe outcomes in tricky, longer-running problems as well as urgent issues—for example, **successful management of a dog’s atopic dermatitis**, and **removal of a grass seed from a cocker spaniel’s nose** during what the owner described as their first emergency in years. Several owners also mention the **small, quieter feel of the practice**, which they found helpful for nervous or elderly pets, and that the team **takes time to explain treatment plans and answer questions**. ## Services Based on the website and latest reviews, Riverside Veterinary Clinic is described as providing: - **General veterinary care for pets** (implied across multiple long-term client reviews). - **Skin/itch management**: treatment reported to have significantly improved a dog’s **atopic dermatitis**. - **Urgent problem assessment/treatment**: a review describes **removal of a grass seed from a dog’s nose**. - **Emergency guidance**: the website references an **“Emergencies” page** with instructions on what to do in an emergency (details not provided in the available summary). ## People - **Dr. Reza Sadeghi (vet)**: mentioned by name in multiple reviews. Owners credit him with: - Turning around a dog’s long-standing **atopic dermatitis** after “years of struggling.” - **Recognising a problem quickly** when a dog had seizures and episodes of its heart stopping, after the owner said specialists and extensive testing hadn’t produced answers. - Handling an urgent issue by **removing a grass seed from a dog’s nose**, with the owner describing the care as “perfect.” - **Practice team (reception/vet nurses not individually named)**: owners often describe: - A **calm, patient approach** with nervous pets (specifically mentioned for a cat who “tends to get nervous at the vet”). - **Clear explanations**: taking time to answer questions and ensure owners understand treatment plans. - A **small-practice environment** that one owner found “rarely full of people,” which suited their elderly dog. ## Reviews **4.9 stars from 181 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - Owners repeatedly single out **Dr. Reza Sadeghi** for solving problems others hadn’t, including a case described as unresolved even after specialist tests, and a long-standing skin condition (atopic dermatitis). - **Urgent care examples** are mentioned, including **grass seed removal from a dog’s nose**. - Several reviews emphasise **communication and explanation**, with staff answering questions thoroughly and walking owners through treatment plans. - The clinic’s **smaller, quieter atmosphere** is mentioned as a practical benefit for an **elderly dog** and for **nervous pets**.

## Summary Aniwell Veterinary Clinic is a veterinary practice that (based on the structured clinic data) provides emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours) and is a veterinary nurse training facility. The clinic also appears set up for cat owners: one long-term client specifically mentions a screened-off cat waiting area separated from the larger dog area. From the latest reviews, owners most often describe being fitted in quickly (including same-day/straight-away appointments) and getting practical guidance—for example, advice on calming medication to allow examination and treatment of a very challenging rescue cat. There’s also mention of dental treatment with updates during the day. One recent review strongly disagrees on standards and value, describing an unclean waiting area and a rushed consultation with high costs. ## Services - **Emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours)** (as listed in the clinic data). - **Veterinary nurse training facility** (as listed in the clinic data). - **Appointments at short notice / same-day slots** (multiple reviews describe being seen “straight away” or accommodated at short notice). - **Dental treatment** (a client describes their cat having dental treatment and being kept informed during the day). - **Behaviour/handling support for difficult-to-examine cats**, including **calming medication** to enable examination and treatment (described for a rescue cat). - **Care for ongoing medical conditions** (a client mentions a diabetic cat being treated over several years). - **Skin/ear-type infection management**: one review describes a consultation for a suspected **yeast infection** and receiving medication and ear drops. ## Pricing Explicit costs mentioned in one recent review: - **£200** for a consultation described as **under 10 minutes**. - Medication price cited as **£2.50 per pill** (reviewer compares this to under £1 online). - Ear drops priced at **£55** (reviewer questioned why they were advised for use on paws). ## People No individual clinicians are named in the information provided. Reviews refer to the **vets, nurses, and reception team**: - Several owners describe staff as **accommodating at short notice** and reassuring during first visits (e.g., “put my mind at rest” for a puppy; “reassuring welcome” after a previous negative vet experience). - One long-term client specifically notes being **kept informed during a day at the clinic for dental treatment**, and felt reassured by updates. - Another owner highlights the team’s willingness to **take on and manage a very difficult rescue cat**, using calming medication so the cat could be examined and treated. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.6 stars from 127 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Access and responsiveness:** multiple owners mention being offered appointments quickly, including straight-away/same-day, and being accommodated at short notice. - **Cat-friendly setup and handling:** a screened cat waiting area is mentioned; one owner reports the team provided calming medication to enable treatment for an aggressive/anxious rescue cat. - **Communication during procedures:** one owner describes being kept informed while their cat was in for dental treatment. - **Conflict on cleanliness and value:** one recent 1-star review describes hair and strong odour in reception/waiting areas, a consultation they felt was rushed and offered little explanation, and pricing they considered excessive (including cited medication costs).