Specialist Vets in Hackney

## Summary Medivet Dalston is part of the Medivet group and is set up for routine appointments and work-ups with on-site diagnostics (in-house laboratory, X‑rays and ultrasound). The practice website lists 15‑minute consultations, dentistry and ECG, and owners in recent reviews describe straightforward booking for a kitten neutering, a post‑op check, and staff who “explained everything clearly.” Recent feedback also highlights staff helping dogs feel comfortable during visits (including a nervous/strong-breed dog mentioned by an owner). ## Services From the clinic website: - 15‑minute consultations - Dentistry - ECG - Nurse clinics - Home visits - In-house laboratory testing - Diagnostic imaging: ultrasound and X‑rays - Animal Health Certificates - 24‑hour intensive care (listed by the clinic) - Out-of-hours care is provided by a Medivet 24 Hour hospital (as stated on the website) Species listed on the website: - Cats, dogs, rabbits, and small mammals Services mentioned in recent reviews: - Neutering (kittens) and a post‑operative check-up ## People - **Dr Zoi (vet)**: described by one owner as “very knowledgeable” and “attentive,” with a focus on supportive, careful handling of their pet. - **Chloe**: mentioned as “incredibly helpful,” with owners appreciating the support and attention. - **Nursing team**: described as “lovely,” “kind and helpful,” and involved in explaining care clearly during visits and post‑op checks. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.0 stars from 309 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - Easy appointment booking and clear explanations, including around a kitten neutering and post‑op check. - Staff friendliness and efforts to help pets (and owners) feel comfortable during visits. - Specific positive mentions of a named vet (Dr Zoi) for knowledge/attentiveness and a staff member (Chloe) for practical help and support.

## Summary Goddard Veterinary Group Hackney is part of the Goddard Veterinary Group and has been operating since 1978 (per its website). The practice lists in-house diagnostics (including blood testing and X‑ray) alongside surgery and dentistry, and it offers a free new pet health check. Recent reviews include specific examples of urgent care and handling difficult feline patients (e.g., a cat seen immediately after lily pollen exposure, with the team described as patient despite the cat’s trust issues), alongside a conflicting report raising concerns about room/table cleaning between appointments and value for money. ## Services From the practice website and the latest available reviews, the clinic offers: - Vet and nurse appointments - Blood testing and an in-house laboratory - Diagnostic imaging, including X‑ray - Surgery (website also lists soft tissue surgery, orthopaedic surgery, and laparoscopic surgery) - Dentistry - Vaccinations (including puppy & kitten vaccination courses) - Flea and worm treatments - Microchipping - Weight and diet advice - Wellness health screening - Free new pet health check - Urgent assessment is mentioned in reviews (e.g., immediate attendance after suspected toxin exposure in a cat) Emergency care: the website states emergency services are provided via the group’s 24/7 hospital service (open 365 days a year). ## Pricing - One recent reviewer reported paying **over £129** for a visit where they were told there was nothing to worry about, and felt the overall treatment “isn’t cheap.” ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.3 stars from 323 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Fast access when worried about a serious issue:** one owner says their cat was seen immediately after lily pollen contact (described as urgent/poisoning risk). - **Handling stressed or defensive pets:** one review describes staff being “super patient” with a cat that has trust issues and can seem aggressive. - **Sensitive, clear communication during stressful visits:** a reviewer mentions being seen promptly by a kind and knowledgeable vet who handled a stressful situation sensitively. - **Conflicting feedback on hygiene/value:** one long-term client reports concern that the treatment table hadn’t been wiped down between two dogs and their cat’s appointment, and felt disappointed given the cost. - The latest set also includes a **1‑star** rating and a **5‑star** rating without written detail, so the reason for those ratings isn’t clear from text alone.

## Summary Medivet Stamford Hill is part of the Medivet group and is set up for routine care and diagnostics (15‑minute consultations, vaccinations, parasite care, neutering, microchipping) as well as in‑practice imaging and lab work (X‑rays, ultrasound, in‑house laboratory). The clinic also provides Animal Health Certificates for pet travel and offers home visits (as described on its website). It is a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe clear explanations of options during urgent appointments, extra time taken with nervous pets (including anxious dogs and a frightened cat during vaccination), and support with longer-term conditions (one cat with kidney cancer). One review conflicts with this, describing delays and a lack of empathy when requesting end‑of‑life support and a home visit. ## Services From the clinic’s website and the latest reviews, services mentioned include: - 15‑minute consultations - Vaccinations (including “flu jab” mentioned in a review) - Parasite care - Neutering - Microchipping - Dentistry - Animal Health Certificate for pet travel (health certificate mentioned in a review) - Home visits (listed on the website; one reviewer described trying to arrange one for an elderly dog) - Nurse clinics - In‑house laboratory testing - Ultrasound and X‑rays - Species treated: cats, dogs, small mammals Out-of-hours care: provided by Medivet 24 Hour Enfield (per the website). Phone assessments are free; out-of-hours consult fee is £130. ## Pricing - Out-of-hours consult fee: **£130** (website) - Out-of-hours phone assessment: **free** (website) ## People - **Maria (lead vet)**: praised for explaining things clearly and showing “concern and compassion” while managing a cat with kidney cancer (review mentions ongoing care and communication). - **Rebecca (vet)**: mentioned as attentive when vaccinating a frightened cat, taking time to help the cat through the appointment. - **Emma**: described as friendly and helpful (context suggests front-of-house support). - **Unnamed veterinary nurse**: highlighted for being calm and clear during an emergency appointment, and for talking through options. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.4 stars from 176 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - Calm, clear communication in urgent situations: one owner said the team explained options during an emergency appointment. - Handling nervous animals: multiple reviews mention staff taking extra time with anxious pets (a nervous dog; a frightened cat during vaccination). - Help with specific needs: pet travel health certificate described as “quick” and “knowledgeable”; one owner describes ongoing support for a cat with kidney cancer. - Reception experience varies: several reviews describe reception as helpful, but one review describes an unsympathetic response and a delayed vet callback when seeking end‑of‑life support and a home visit.