Dog & Cat Vets in Hampshire

• •Speed can be good in some cases: one reviewer described the service as “very quick and efficient.”
• •Communication and bedside manner are common concerns: several owners say they felt dismissed, rushed, or not listened to, including one account involving a nervous rescue puppy. - Costs and trust are recurring issues: multiple reviews describe the clinic as expensive or overly focused on charges, with complaints about repeat testing, treatment recommendations, and inconsistent answers around prescriptions. - Support is viewed unevenly: one owner appreciated the same-day euthanasia appointment and separate entrance but strongly criticised being asked for payment before the procedure, while another reviewer said the nurses and reception staff were lovely and caring.

Nine Mile Veterinary Group - Farnborough is a small-animal practice established in 1985 and part of CVS. The clinic offers routine care alongside in-practice diagnostics including an in-house lab, X-ray and ultrasound, with out-of-hours emergencies directed to MiNightVet. Owner feedback highlights quick help for urgent problems, good handling of cats including nervous pets, and care for small pets such as rats, although some reviews raise concerns about pricing and communication.

Animed Veterinary Hospital & Equine Unit, including MiNightVet Southampton, is a purpose-built hospital offering both small-animal and equine care, with on-site hospitalisation and a stated 24-hour emergency service for small animals. It appears set up for urgent cases as well as ongoing care across dogs, cats, small pets, and horses, ponies, and donkeys. Recent reviews often highlight compassionate support during difficult moments and strong out-of-hours care, though some clients report frustrations around communication, appointment policies, and medication costs.

• •Clear communication: several owners say they felt well informed about their pet’s situation and understood the next steps after appointments. - Friendly, reassuring team: reviews describe welcoming staff, a calm approach during consultations, and pets being handled well. - Compassion in difficult moments: bereavement support stands out, including patience during euthanasia and thoughtful follow-up afterwards.

• •Routine and urgent appointments for cats and dogs, with recent reviews describing quick access for problems such as an injured paw, a damaged dew claw, stitch removal, and a cat’s issue being dealt with at the appointment. - Out-of-hours emergency care arrangements for nights, weekends, and bank holidays. - House calls and an ambulance service for sick animals, alongside in-practice consultations.

Ashworth Veterinary Group in Farnborough is a long-established VET Partners practice; the website says it has been caring for pets since the 1950s. It is also a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent feedback paints a picture of a friendly, reassuring clinic for routine care and breeding-related visits, with staff who explain things clearly and a separate cat waiting area to help reduce stress.

Downland Veterinary Group says it has been caring for pets since 1946. Reviews describe a practice covering routine preventive care, treatment for more urgent problems, ongoing medication support, and end-of-life care for cats and dogs. Owners often highlight clear communication during appointments, practical follow-through such as reminder letters and repeat prescriptions, and a calm, supportive approach in difficult situations.

• •Owners often mention a warm welcome, a calm environment, and staff who are caring and approachable. - Communication is a strong theme: reviewers say they feel listened to, reassured, and kept informed during appointments. - Several reviews describe thoughtful handling of more involved cases, including a fearful rescue dog, an elderly pet with multiple issues, an accidental ingestion, and senior-pet appointments.