Farm Vets in Andover

## Summary Anton Vets Ltd is an established veterinary practice with **RCVS Core Standards** and **Rabbit Friendly Clinic (Gold)** accreditation, plus **in-house diagnostics** (including an in-house lab, X‑ray and ultrasound). The website also describes **referral services** in areas including **cardiology, orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery and laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery**. From the latest reviews available to us, the practice appears particularly set up for **exotic and small companion species** as well as cats and dogs—owners specifically mention treatment for **budgies/parrots**, **tortoises**, and **rabbits**, including a **same-day appointment for a budgie with an infection**. Reviews also include end-of-life care experiences: one describes a **considerate euthanasia** experience, while another reports a **distressing cremation/urn mix-up**. Out-of-hours care is not described as in-practice: the website says emergencies are supported **during normal opening hours**, and **out of hours clients are directed to MiNightVet** for dedicated emergency care. ## Services Services and capabilities stated on the website and/or mentioned in reviews include: - **Consultations** and **vaccinations** - **Dentistry** - **Diagnostic tests & imaging**, including **X‑ray** and **ultrasound**, plus an **in-house lab** - **Microchipping** - **Neutering** and other **surgery** - **Referral services**: **cardiology**, **orthopaedic surgery**, **soft tissue surgery**, and **keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery** - **Nurse clinics**, including: - **Anal sac expression** - **Blood pressure checks** - **Grooming & nail clipping** - **Six-month health checks** - **Parasite control** - **Pet travel documentation** - **Puppy parties** (website) and an owner-mentioned **annual “Tortoise Parties”** - **Home visits** - **Exotic animal care** (website lists many species; reviews specifically mention **budgies/parrots**, **tortoises**, and **rabbits**) **Emergency arrangements (as stated on the website):** - Emergencies are supported **during normal opening hours** by contacting the practice. - **Out of hours**, clients are **directed to MiNightVet** for emergency services. ## People No individual clinicians are named in the information provided, but reviews repeatedly distinguish between **vets** and **reception staff**: - Owners of exotic pets (including **budgies/parrots** and **tortoises**) describe staff as **knowledgeable about these species**, with one review highlighting being able to get a **budgie seen the same day** for an infection and treated back to health. - Rabbit owners mention vets who **explain problems clearly** and “take that extra step” to support care decisions. - End-of-life care is described in one review as handled with **understanding** and focused on keeping a dog’s final moments **comfortable**. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.6 stars from 615 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - **Exotic-pet confidence** comes through strongly in recent feedback: multiple owners mention good handling/knowledge of **budgies/parrots**, **tortoises**, and **rabbits** (including a budgie treated for an infection after a **same-day** appointment). - **Communication and support**: rabbit owners describe vets explaining issues in a way they could understand and being responsive to questions (including questions sent by email). - **Compassionate end-of-life care** is specifically mentioned in one account of euthanasia. - **Conflicting experiences around professionalism and aftercare**: one review reports a **cremation/urn error** (pet returned in a cardboard tube despite requesting a specific urn) and says they were still waiting for answers; another alleges **confidentiality and consent** problems and rude communication.