Specialist Vets in Crawley

## Summary Medivet Maidenbower / Harvest Veterinary Clinic is part of the Medivet group. Based on its website service list, it’s set up for routine preventive care (vaccinations, parasite treatment, microchipping), elective procedures (spay/castration), and diagnostics and surgery supported by on-site imaging and an in-house lab (X‑rays, ultrasound, ECG, endoscopy, laboratory). Reviews available to us are brief but consistently describe positive experiences, including good handling of a “very nervous 10‑year‑old rescue cat” and owners seeing different vets for check-ups while still feeling the standard of care was consistent. ## Services Services and capabilities stated on the clinic website include: - Routine appointments during regular opening hours - New puppy / new kitten first appointments - Vaccinations: annual boosters, puppy/kitten courses, and booster including kennel cough - Parasite care (flea, tick, and worming treatments) - Neutering: castration and spay - Microchipping - Acupuncture - Animal Health Certificate (pet travel) - Nurse clinics - Surgery, including keyhole surgery - Diagnostics and imaging: ECG, endoscopy, ultrasound, X‑rays - In-house laboratory - Hydrotherapy (canine hydrotherapy) and a Hydrotherapy & Rehabilitation Unit - Vet Blood Supplies - Specialties listed: cardiology and homeopathy Out-of-hours arrangements (as stated): care is handled by “Medivet 24 Hour Faygate”; the out-of-hours consult fee is **£130**, and there is **no charge for assessment by phone**. ## Pricing - Out-of-hours consult fee: **£130** - Out-of-hours phone assessment: **no charge** (as stated on the website) ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.6 stars from 275 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - Owners describe consistently good experiences and being “always pleased with the care.” - Multiple reviews mention a friendly, professional team. - One owner highlights careful handling of a nervous rescue cat, and notes that although they’ve seen different vets for check-ups, they “have all been fantastic.”

## Summary Medivet Gossops Green is part of the **Medivet** group and focuses on routine preventative care and standard consultations (the website specifies **15‑minute consultations**, vaccinations and parasite care). Reviews repeatedly mention vets who communicate in a **direct, plain‑spoken way** (one owner describes **Gordon** as “no nonsense straight talking”), alongside comments about pets being made to feel **safe and comfortable** during care. The practice also states a defined **out‑of‑hours arrangement** via a Medivet 24‑hour hospital. ## Services From the clinic’s website summary, the practice lists: - **15‑minute consultations** and standard vet appointments (during regular opening hours) - **Vaccinations** (including puppy/kitten courses; annual boosters; booster including **kennel cough**) - **Parasite care** - **Neutering** (castration and spay listed as “procedure only fee”) - **Microchipping** - **New puppy** and **new kitten** first appointments - **Safe disposal of unused medications** (returning unused meds) Species mentioned: **dogs, cats, rabbits**. Out-of-hours care (as stated): supported by **Medivet 24 Hour Faygate**; the practice notes **no charge for assessment by phone**. ## Pricing - **Out-of-hours consultation fee:** **£130** - **No charge for assessment by phone** (out-of-hours arrangement) ## People - **Gordon** (vet; named in reviews): described by one owner as a **“no nonsense straight talking vet”** during checks for their dogs. - **Dr. Eleonora** (vet; named in reviews): a cat owner highlighted her **approach and knowledge**, saying it helped their cat **feel safe** and gave them **trust in the treatment**. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.8 stars from 280 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - Owners describe a **friendly, welcoming team** and say they felt **comfortable** at appointments. - Multiple reviews single out individual vets (notably **Gordon** and **Dr. Eleonora**) for **clear communication** and building **confidence in the treatment plan**, including making a cat **feel safe** during care. - Recent reviews include routine **check‑ups** for dogs and positive feedback about the overall clinic experience.

## Summary Medivet Three Bridges is part of the Medivet group and appears set up for routine healthcare plus on-site diagnostics: the practice lists 15‑minute consultations, an in-house laboratory, and imaging (X‑rays and ultrasound), alongside dentistry. Out-of-hours care is routed to a named Medivet 24-hour site, with a stated out-of-hours consult fee. In the latest reviews available, owners repeatedly mention appointments not feeling rushed and describe clear communication; one review also notes a wish for more late or Saturday appointments. ## Services Based on the clinic website summary, services and facilities include: - 15-minute consultations - Vaccinations and parasite care - Microchipping and neutering - Dentistry (with dental facilities) - Nurse clinics - In-house laboratory testing - Imaging: X-rays and ultrasound - Pet euthanasia and pet cremation Out-of-hours arrangements (as stated): out-of-hours is handled by **Medivet 24 Hour Faygate**; **no charge for assessment by phone** is mentioned. Species explicitly listed: cats, dogs, rabbits. ## Pricing - **Out-of-hours consult fee:** **£130** - **Phone assessment (out of hours):** **no charge** (as stated) ## People - **Ashleigh** and **Kay** are singled out by a reviewer for “going above and beyond” in their care of the reviewer’s dogs. ## Reviews **Google rating:** 4.8 stars from 219 reviews “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - Owners describe **good communication** and feeling **not rushed during appointments**. - Reviews mention staff being **polite/helpful/professional** in interactions. - One owner notes their **cat seemed relaxed during treatment**. - One reviewer would like **more late or Saturday appointments**.

## Summary Portland Vets is an independent, family-owned practice within the Portland Group. It’s set up for both routine care and more advanced work, with website-listed facilities including an onsite laboratory, diagnostic imaging, operating theatres, and endoscopy/laparoscopy equipment, plus a dedicated dental suite and hospital wards. The practice also sees exotics (including birds, small furries and tortoises) and lists a “tortoise hibernation hotel.” In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention a clean, modern environment, strong communication during a spay for an anxious rescue dog (including updates while the pet was in their care), and supportive end-of-life care where they were given time to say goodbye. ## Services Services and capabilities mentioned on the clinic website and in reviews include: - Vet consultations and nurse clinics - Preventative care: vaccinations, parasite prevention, microchipping - Neutering (a spay is specifically mentioned in reviews) - Dental services - Behaviour advice and a dermatology clinic - Surgical treatments, including laparoscopy (listed) and access to operating theatres (listed) - Diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, emergency medicine & critical care (listed) - BOAS assessment (listed) - Emergency & in-patient care (listed); a review also mentions using an out-of-hours service - End-of-life care (euthanasia support is described in a review) - Referrals and repeat prescriptions - Pet travel documentation (AHC & EHC) - Pet wellness plans (no prices/details provided) ## People - **Helen** (vet; role not explicitly stated): mentioned by name for end-of-life care for a cat, including explaining/supporting the family and giving them as much time as they needed to say goodbye. - **Reception team and vets (unnamed)**: described in one review as communicating throughout a dog’s spay and helping settle an anxious rescue dog while she was in the practice’s care. - **Team communication via the Pets App** is specifically praised as “responsive and helpful” (app named in a review). ## Reviews **Google rating: 5.0 stars (12 reviews).** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Multiple mentions of a **clean, modern, newly built/“state-of-the-art” facility**. - **Communication during procedures**: owners describe being kept informed while their dog was in for a spay, with extra help for an anxious rescue dog. - **End-of-life support**: one reviewer describes being supported through a likely euthanasia appointment and being given time to say goodbye. - Positive notes on staff manner: “friendly,” “warm,” and “knowledgeable,” including staff explaining areas/equipment during a practice tour.

## Summary Crawley Veterinary Clinic is listed on a website hosted under **eastgrinsteadvets.com**. Recent reviews describe **fast access to appointments** (including a same-day booking and being seen within a few minutes), **thorough injury checks**, and **clear explanations of findings and medication plans**. Pricing is raised by one reviewer as a concern, citing **£100 for a consultation and 5 mg of Metacam**. ## Services Based on the latest written reviews available to us, the clinic is referenced for: - **Same-day appointments** for newly registered clients (one reviewer). - **Lameness/injury assessment** (a dog seen for a “very bad twist” with a possible chipped bone mentioned). - **Prescribed medication and follow-up plan** (meds to assess progress over ~7 days, with follow-up treatment discussed). ## Pricing - One reviewer reports it was “expensive”: **£100 for a consultation and 5 mg of Metacam** (spelled “Metacom” in the review). ## People - **Nicky (reception)**: mentioned for giving “so much attention” to a dog during a same-day visit. - **Rachel (vet)**: described as **thorough** in examination, identifying the suspected cause of a leg injury and **explaining the injury and medication follow-up** clearly. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.7 stars from 243 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Access and speed**: same-day appointment after registering, and being seen by the vet quickly. - **Clinical thoroughness and communication**: detailed check that identified a likely injury cause, plus clear explanations of medication and follow-up. - **Cost concerns**: one review specifically calls out the bill as expensive (quoted as £100 for a consultation and 5 mg of Metacam).