Medivet Beaminster (Girling & Bowditch Vet Surgeons Beaminster)
#1 Vet in Beaminster, Dorset
Medivet Beaminster (Girling & Bowditch Vet Surgeons Beaminster) – Vets in Beaminster
Clinic Overview
Medivet Beaminster (formerly Girling & Bowditch) is part of the Medivet group and appears set up for both routine healthcare and more involved diagnostics and procedures, with on-site imaging and an in-house lab listed on its website. The practice also offers acupuncture (specifically mentioned in reviews as helping a dog under vet Sian’s care) and handles a wide range of species including cats, dogs, rabbits, exotics and reptiles. Out-of-hours care is arranged via Medivet 24 Hour Dorchester, with a stated out-of-hours consult fee of £130 and no charge for assessment by phone.
Medivet Beaminster (formerly Girling & Bowditch) is part of the Medivet group and appears set up for both routine healthcare and more involved diagnostics and procedures, with on-site imaging and an in-house lab listed on its website. The practice also offers acupuncture (specifically mentioned in reviews as helping a dog under vet Sian’s care) and handles a wide range of species including cats, dogs, rabbits, exotics and reptiles. Out-of-hours care is arranged via Medivet 24 Hour Dorchester, with a stated out-of-hours consult fee of £130 and no charge for assessment by phone. In the latest reviews available, owners repeatedly mention calm, reassuring handling of nervous pets, clean facilities, and attentive follow-up (including telephone advice and an in-person follow-up).
Services
From the clinic website and the latest reviews available, services and capabilities mentioned include
- •Consultations: 15-minute consultations (website)
- •Preventive care: vaccinations, parasite care, microchipping, neutering (website); reviews mention annual injection, kennel cough vaccine and worming tablets
- •Diagnostics & imaging: in-house laboratory, X-rays, ultrasound, ECG, endoscopy (website)
- •Surgery: keyhole (minimally invasive) surgery (website)
- •Dentistry: dentistry (website)
- •Rehab & complementary therapies: acupuncture (website; reviews describe acupuncture “with great success”); veterinary physiotherapy (website)
- •Nurse support: nurse clinics (website); a review specifically praises a veterinary nurse treating a cat
- •Documentation: Animal Health Certificate for pet travel (website)
- •Home visits: home visits (website)
- •Species treated (as stated on the website): cats, dogs, rabbits, exotics, reptiles; feline medicine is listed as a specialty
Emergency / out-of-hours (as stated)
- •Out-of-hours is via Medivet 24 Hour Dorchester
- •Out-of-hours consult fee: £130
- •Phone assessment: no charge (website)
Pricing
- •Out-of-hours consult fee: £130 (website)
- •No charge for assessment by phone (out-of-hours arrangement, website)
People
- •Sian (vet): Multiple reviewers name Sian and describe her providing acupuncture with “great success,” and helping a dog “walk again” after another emergency vet had suggested euthanasia. Reviews also describe her approach as reassuring and supportive.
- •Jane (receptionist): One reviewer singles out Jane for being notably warm and compassionate on the phone.
- •Veterinary nurse (name not given): One reviewer describes a nurse treating their cat as “extremely caring and understanding.”
Reviews
4.8 stars from 234 reviews. - Acupuncture outcomes described in detail: one owner reports acupuncture under Sian’s care “with great success.”
- •Support with difficult or stressful situations: examples include helping a nervous dog feel manageable to bring in, and making a shy autistic owner feel comfortable attending appointments.
- •Preventive care described as straightforward: annual health check plus injections (including kennel cough) and worming tablets are specifically mentioned.
- •Telephone advice and follow-up: one reviewer describes receiving urgent advice by phone, followed by an in-person follow-up.
- •Reception team and environment: several reviews mention a friendly welcome and attentive receptionists; one notes the practice is “always clean.”
Special Services
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Pricing at Medivet Beaminster (Girling & Bowditch Vet Surgeons Beaminster)
Typical prices at Medivet Beaminster (Girling & Bowditch Vet Surgeons Beaminster) in Beaminster, Dorset (where available). Prices can change—check with the clinic to confirm.
23 prices available. Last updated 11 Feb 2026.
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Reviews for Medivet Beaminster (Girling & Bowditch Vet Surgeons Beaminster)
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 234 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
Maria
a month ago
Knowledgeable and friendly vets and staff. The practice is always clean. Overall very happy with the service. Would recommend.
Nicola Bachrach
a month ago
Tara Mccourt
2 months ago
First class care from the team at Bearminster A friendly welcome from the reception team . Teddy has been under Sian’s care for acupuncture with great success she has amazing knowledge and experience which alleviates any worries I may have . Massive Thankyou to everyone
Jean Owen
2 months ago
All ok for Roxy and me!!
Simon Harding
3 months ago
Sian is a wonderful vet, not only has she helped my sisters miniature Dachshund walk again (after an emergency vet from another practice said he would have to be put to sleep), but her kind nature makes my shy, autistic sister feel comfortable enough to go in with her dog on her own, while our carers wait in the carpark. All the vets at the Beaminster Medivet, formally Girling & Bowditch are the best in their game. I have used them as our family vets since 1993, & they have lovingly & expertly looked after our beloved family dogs, who really have been our babies, also budgies & my tortoise, which my Great Grandmother bought 125 years ago, so is very precious. I also have to praise the receptionists, who all go above & beyond, & in particular Jane, who’s warmth & compassion radiates down the phone whenever I call.
Moon Soup
2 weeks ago
Such a refreshing breath of fresh air in animal care. Sian and the medivet team are just the best, I’m so grateful to have such caring, realistic and supportive veterinary care
Lucie Attwell
a month ago
Such a helpful, friendly & reassuring team! Having a very nervous dog always makes a trip to the vets daunting but everyone is always so brilliant. Very grateful, thank you!
Susan Clutterbuck
2 months ago
First time attending this veterinary practice. The staff were friendly, caring and empathetic. The veterinary nurse treating my cat was extremely caring and understanding. So pleased to have found such a lovely new vets for my much adored cat 🐈⬛
Graham Huggett
4 months ago
Annual check for my 30 month old German Shepherd Layla. On time appointment, good conversation with vet over my dogs general health etc. Checked her over then provided annual injection, also kennel cough vaccine and some worming tablets, which she has since eaten in a couple of cheese triangles. Overall excellent
John Birks
5 months ago
Needed urgent advice for George the Cocker Spaniel by telephone as away from home. From the receptionist to the vet - the experience was of people who were very attentive, thorough and most of all concerned only about the patient. At a follow up in person, the reception staff were friendly and caring, and the vet was also extremely caring, concerned and kind to the patient. Possibly the nicest veterinary practice on earth.
