Neighbourhood Vet

Neighbourhood Vet is a veterinary practice in Gosport with a strong reputation for handling nervous or reactive dogs gently and patiently. Owners describe the team taking time to build confidence before procedures, giving practical phone advice when appropriate, and providing thoughtful, dignified support at the end of a pet’s life. The clinic is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Services

• •Support for nervous or anxious dogs: owners describe repeated short visits to help dogs get comfortable with the team and consulting room, including treats and time to explore before appointments. This was mentioned in connection with both rescue dogs and dogs that had previously had bad experiences elsewhere.
• •Telephone advice: some owners say they were able to phone for advice and were helped without automatically being told to book an in-person consultation.
• •Neutering and castration: specifically mentioned in relation to a dog who had preparatory confidence-building visits before castration.
• •End-of-life care: reviews highlight compassionate support when pets reached the end of life, including efforts to accommodate a dog’s temperament and make the experience as calm and dignified as possible.
• •Cremation arrangements: one owner specifically mentions cremation support after a pet’s death.
• •Veterinary nurse training facility: listed as part of the clinic’s structured information.

Pricing

Published prices suggest the clinic sits below average, based on a partial sample of comparable services. Reviews also describe the team as mindful of costs, with one long-term client saying they tried to keep expenses to a minimum where possible, and another mentioning competitively priced cremation support.

People

• •Hayley and Tiff (roles not stated): praised for helping a nervous dog build trust through repeated visits, treats, and gentle acclimation before castration.
• •Vets, nurses, and reception/administrative team: owners repeatedly praise the whole team for friendliness, patience, compassion, and good continuity of care over longer periods.

Reviews

Neighbourhood Vet has a 4.5/5 Google rating from 66 reviews. Recent feedback is very positive, with praise focused on the team’s manner, communication, and handling of anxious pets.

• •Patient, calm handling: several owners mention staff being especially good with dogs that dislike vet visits, taking time and using treats appropriately.
• •Helpful and knowledgeable team: reviews praise the staff’s knowledge, attentiveness, and ability to remember individual pets.
• •Support without unnecessary appointments: some owners value being able to get useful advice over the phone rather than being asked to come in straight away.
• •Compassionate longer-term care: long-term clients describe thoughtful support over many visits, including particularly warm feedback about end-of-life care and the help provided by reception staff as well as clinical teams.