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The Pet Practice

#4 Vet in Poole, Dorset

4.8
Independent Clinic

The Pet Practice – Vets in Poole

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic
Top 10 Ranking
#4 in Poole
Top 10 Ranking
#17 in Dorset

Clinic Overview

The Pet Practice is a small-animal veterinary clinic (ownership/group not stated in the information provided). Reviews describe a practice that deals with ongoing care for dogs and cats, including more complex issues (one owner mentions a dog diagnosed with a spinal problem) and support around end-of-life decisions.

The Pet Practice is a small-animal veterinary clinic (ownership/group not stated in the information provided). Reviews describe a practice that deals with ongoing care for dogs and cats, including more complex issues (one owner mentions a dog diagnosed with a spinal problem) and support around end-of-life decisions.

Concrete details owners repeatedly mention include

  • Vets (especially Asia Day/Asha) taking time to explain diagnoses and treatment plans clearly, with patience for questions.
  • Being able to get appointments at short notice “sometimes.”
  • A clinic environment described as “exceptionally clean,” “calm,” and “meticulously clean.”
  • Compassionate handling of difficult situations, including when owners are preparing to say goodbye to a pet.

Services

Services and scenarios explicitly mentioned in the available information include

  • Diagnosis and management of a spinal problem in a dog (one reviewer moved to the practice for this reason).
  • General veterinary care for dogs and cats (multiple reviewers mention routine ongoing care for several pets).
  • Support around end-of-life care and compassionate guidance for owners facing euthanasia decisions (described as “answered all our questions” and showing “compassion”).

People

  • Asia Day / Asha (vet): Mentioned multiple times as explaining things clearly and thoroughly, answering questions, and outlining treatment required. Owners specifically link her to trust in diagnosis and to compassionate support during end-of-life situations. One reviewer notes she “primarily works at Oakdale Pet Practice.”
  • Stacey (receptionist): Named by one reviewer as making them feel welcome.

Reviews

4.8 stars from 164 reviews. The feedback available is largely about communication, cleanliness, and support during stressful or complex situations. “”

  • Clear explanations and time for questions (especially from Asia Day/Asha), including discussion of diagnosis and treatment required.
  • Ability to fit pets in at short notice is mentioned as a deciding practical benefit.
  • Clean, calm environment is repeatedly noted.
  • Compassion during emotionally difficult moments (including when a pet is nearing the end of life).
  • One reviewer reports a negative experience with “1 locum” described as “horrendous,” and another vet described as overly cautious—contrasting with their otherwise consistently positive experiences.

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