Emergency Vets in Dorset

Medivet Wool is part of the Medivet group and is led by veterinary surgeon Andrew (Andy) Buchan. The practice offers routine veterinary care alongside broader diagnostic and treatment facilities, including in-house lab testing, imaging, endoscopy and dentistry. Recent feedback is largely very positive, with owners often highlighting calm handling, good communication, surgery aftercare and a welcoming team, alongside one serious complaint about a missed diagnosis.

- Many recent reviewers describe the practice as caring, friendly, and professional, with several long-term clients saying they would not go elsewhere. - Compassion around difficult decisions stands out, especially for euthanasia visits, where owners mention kindness, patience, and clear explanations. - Handling of pets is often praised as calm and gentle, including positive comments from owners of anxious dogs and cats attending vaccinations and check-ups.

- Positive comments focus on kind, friendly care, with owners describing the team as understanding and supportive during ongoing health problems. - Individual staff are singled out for practical help as well as pet handling, including insurance support from Amy, monthly-plan advice from Kyla, gentle care from Hatty and confident handling from Guy. - One long-term client also praised appointment availability, while another recent review simply described the clinic as offering the best care and service from kind and friendly staff.

Friars Moor Veterinary Clinic Ltd in Blandford Forum offers emergency veterinary care, with clinic data stating 24/7 or extended-hours cover. Recent feedback points to a practice many owners use for ongoing care, particularly for older cats, with especially warm comments about reassurance and end-of-life support. No corporate group ownership is stated.

Friars Moor Livestock Health Ltd in Sturminster Newton handles both routine appointments and more urgent cases, including emergency veterinary care and out-of-hours attendance. Reviews highlight life-saving emergency surgery after referral from another practice, as well as calm, practical handling for nervous dogs. The clinic is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

- Recent positive reviews describe the clinic as friendly, helpful and caring, with one owner saying their dog made a full recovery after treatment. - Emergency work stands out in the feedback, including a life-saving operation for a dog that had eaten stones and rapid access for a dog seen the same morning it became unwell. - Handling of nervous dogs is a clear strength in some reviews, with praise for patient, low-stress support and good updates during sedation.

- Compassion in difficult moments: multiple reviewers focus on kind, personal handling of euthanasia, including praise for both reception staff and vets. - Strong communication and reassurance: owners often mention feeling kept informed, listened to and supported, particularly during ongoing treatment or more serious illness. - Dentistry is a recurring strength: several reviews mention dental procedures under anaesthetic, including a 17-tooth extraction, with good follow-up and smooth recoveries.

- Warm, reassuring visits: Several reviewers mention a friendly welcome, a calm atmosphere and staff who are especially good with nervous animals, including first-time visitors. - Clear explanations and efficient care: Owners describe vets explaining their thinking clearly during appointments and dealing with problems promptly, including a same-day Friday visit and an emergency poisoning case. - Strong experience with procedures and aftercare: Recent reviews mention spaying, an operation, and ongoing treatment for an infection, with positive comments about aftercare and recovery support.

- Owners repeatedly describe the team as friendly, kind and efficient, with warm comments about both the vets and practice staff. - Several reviews highlight calm, caring handling, including support for a very nervous dog. - Clients value the practice’s clear communication, especially when talking through treatment options and ongoing care.