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Medivet Colchester London Road (London Road Vets) – Vets in Colchester
Clinic Overview
Medivet Colchester London Road (London Road Vets) is part of the Medivet group and operates as a veterinary hospital offering routine care alongside a wider range of diagnostics and procedures, including endoscopy, ultrasound and X-rays. Reviews describe friendly, organised care for both everyday appointments and more involved treatment, with pets including dogs, cats, hamsters and guinea pigs handled confidently. Out-of-hours care is arranged through Vets Now.
Services
- •Routine and preventative care: consultations, vaccinations, parasite care, microchipping, blood tests and regular check-ups, including six-month health checks. Recent reviews mention blood tests, routine jabs and older pets being seen more frequently.
- •Surgery and dentistry: neutering and other procedures are listed, with reviews specifically mentioning keyhole spay surgery and dental treatment including tooth removals.
- •Diagnostics and imaging: blood testing, X-rays, ultrasound and endoscopy are listed on the clinic website. Recent reviews also describe assessment and treatment for issues such as swelling caused by a grass seed.
- •Additional services: laser treatment, home visits and Animal Health Certificates for pet travel are listed, with one reviewer highlighting a travel certificate being completed smoothly at short notice.
- •Species seen: dogs, cats, rabbits, exotics and small mammals are listed, and reviews continue to mention confident handling of hamsters and guinea pigs.
- •Other facilities and arrangements: out-of-hours cover is provided by Vets Now, and the clinic is also identified as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Pricing
A very limited amount of published pricing suggests the clinic may sit above average, but this is based on very few comparable services. Reviews speak positively about the pet plan, with some owners saying it has worked out well and felt worthwhile, including for older pets.
People
- •Daniel is praised for being great with a very nervous dog and for medication that helped her recover quickly.
- •Josh is praised for doing an excellent job with a nervous Great Dane during a keyhole spay visit.
- •Amy is highlighted for being thorough and for explaining a dental procedure and treatment options in detail.
- •Reviews also regularly praise the wider team, including vets, vet nurses and reception staff, with repeat clients saying pets are known by name and treated kindly.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.6/5 from 356 reviews.
- •Recent feedback is strongly positive about the team’s manner, with owners repeatedly describing staff as caring, friendly, welcoming and professional.
- •Communication is a clear strength: reviewers say options and treatment were explained clearly, and owners felt well supported during both straightforward visits and more difficult ongoing cases.
- •Reviews give examples of routine and urgent care including blood tests, vaccinations, six-month check-ups, medication, and treatment for problems such as a grass seed causing mouth swelling.
- •Several reviewers say their pets are comfortable at the practice, including nervous dogs, cats and smaller pets such as hamsters and guinea pigs, and some mention the pet plan as good value for regular care.
