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Best Vets in Dorset

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Our Score (74/100)

Verified Prices (GBP)£
4.7(377 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

Companion Care (Poole) Ltd trading as Vets4Pets is described on its website as a locally owned practice and is set up as a modern, well-equipped clinic with in-house diagnostics (including a laboratory, digital X‑ray and ultrasound), operating theatre, hospital ward and an isolation unit. The website also lists separate cat and dog waiting areas and support for a wide range of species (dogs, cats, small mammals and exotic pets).

Our Score (74/100)

4.5(175 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
  • Support in difficult moments: multiple reviews focus on euthanasia appointments handled gently, with owners saying they were given time and space. - Dental outcomes mentioned: one owner thanks the team for their pet’s dental work (teeth removed/extractions). - Helpfulness in urgent situations: a reviewer describes an emergency visit after a cat was attacked by a dog and says the team was helpful and caring.

Our Score (74/100)

4.9(42 reviews)
Emergency Services
Independent Clinic
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The Equine Dental Clinic Ltd is a specialist veterinary practice dedicated to equine dentistry, founded in January 2013 by Dr Chris Pearce MRCVS. The website describes a team of six veterinary surgeons specialising in equine dentistry, offering both routine appointments and advanced referral-level work, supported by on-site imaging (including CT, digital x‑ray and a digital oral video camera). Recent reviews repeatedly mention being able to watch and have procedures clearly explained, efficient handling of referrals through to operations, and regular updates during inpatient care (including one horse kept in the clinic’s care for a week).

Our Score (74/100)

5.0(5 reviews)
Independent Clinic
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Friars Moor Livestock Health presents itself as a livestock-focused clinic (based on its name). From the latest written review available, it also appears to have an on-site setup for collecting animal supplies (“picking up some stuff for my animals”), and the facility is described as “new.” No corporate group ownership or wider clinical capabilities are stated in the inputs we have.

Our Score (72/100)

Verified Prices (GBP)£
4.5(658 reviews)
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Vets Now is a corporate emergency-vet provider (Vets Now) focused on out-of-hours care for small animals, with a network of 60+ clinics and hospitals. From the website and reviews, this clinic is primarily set up for urgent presentations (for example, pets hit by a car, heart failure with fluid on the lungs, and rapid deterioration overnight) and end-of-life support.

Our Score (72/100)

4.8(147 reviews)
Independent Clinic
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The Pet Health Partnership is described by a reviewer as a non-corporate practice. From the website summary, it treats cats, dogs, small animals, and chickens, and it lists a Cat Friendly Clinic facility. Recent reviews repeatedly mention a calmer experience for nervous pets (including dogs described as “very relaxed and not nervous”) and a collaborative approach where owners “discuss the best steps forward, make a plan and stick to it.” The clinic is also referenced handling urgent, high-stakes cases, including an emergency C‑section for a cat with a rare infection and treatment after a dog accident.

Our Score (72/100)

4.7(122 reviews)
Emergency Services
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

Friars Moor Veterinary Clinic Ltd offers emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours is stated in the clinic data). Recent reviews describe a practice that’s frequently used for ongoing care of older cats, including end-of-life support, but with mixed feedback on front-desk handling in stressful situations.

Our Score (72/100)

4.8(69 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Dumbledore Vets Ltd describes itself as an independent, small-animal practice, started by a vet-and-vet-nurse team aiming to offer a more personal service than they felt able to in corporate jobs. Recent reviews focus heavily on urgent/emergency presentations (including weekends), support for anxious/reactive dogs, and thoughtful end-of-life care (including keepsakes and handwritten cards sent afterwards). Owners also mention a more spacious setup with separate areas compared with their previous practice.

Our Score (70/100)

Verified Prices (GBP)£
4.8(234 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

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.

#60

Our Score (70/100)

4.6(46 reviews)
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Dave Cumber Vets is an RCVS-registered clinic. Based on its website and reviews, it appears set up for routine care (including repeat prescriptions and a Pet Health Club®/Pet Health Club® Plus plan) as well as procedures like spaying. Reviewers repeatedly mention staff taking time to explain treatment options and handling urgent situations quickly; one detailed account describes updates during a spay (including a call when the dog came round and assistance getting the dog to the car).

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