Veterinary care in Reading

“Can strongly recommend Old Beams! The staff are wonderful: very accommodating and professional. The facilities are very clean, the dogs are happy and well looked after. Our dog had a quite precise medication schedule and the staff were knowledgeable and ready to deal with this—we came back to a very happy and healthy dog. Excellent service, excellent staff, excellent facilities. Thank you!”

“So glad I discovered hogs back cattery! I have booked my maine coon in multiple times. Today being the most recent. My cat loves the owner. He couldn’t wait to parade around her and show her affection when he arrived.! I have recommed to all my cat friends and will continue bringing him here for his little get away whilst I’m away.”

“Our three boys had a great overnight stay at Greendale staff were lovely and looked after them really well. They are looking forward to their longer stay next month”

“Excellent cattery, they not only look after your cat but make a fuss of them as well with lots of attention and cuddles. Our cat has stayed a few times now and is totally comfortable with his visits. He saunters straight out of his carrier into the room like it's the most casual thing in the world.”

“We’ve just picked up our 5yo Boerboel from a long weekend at Downlands. Mikey is dog reactive and can be fairly fussy with people and I could not be happier with Andrew and the team. I called once a day to check in, and was reassured he was happy and in good hands. Upon collection he was very excited and had clearly had a good time. Highly recommended and we’ll definitely be using them again.”

“I would like to write some positive experiences with Lower Earley branch. Proactively remind me about next collection of medication. Answers all questions over telephone calls. I had to do 2 claims recently and learning about the process, when you raise any claims on pet insurance portal if you give direct branch email, process will be smooth because branch is very responsive once they receive email from insurance provider. Very happy with service.”

“Best recommendation - our two dogs love going to the vets!! We've moved to Essex now but still return to Blackwater Valley Vets for non emergency treatments. Everyone is so dedicated & friendly.”

“Really warm and friendly staff who helped us with one of our beloved birds passing on. We have taken our cockatiel in for a recent checkup, and the vet was so nice and patient with her. Thank you so much.”

“Everybody at Medivet Crowthorne is very friendly and helpful. Patrycja took great care of our dog Harry and gave us good advice on how to treat his ailment going forward. I’d definitely recommend this veterinary practice.”

“Best vets I’ve ever used . Friendly caring nothings too much trouble . Very clean tidy. Follow up appointments and care even with calls . Mary at front desk very helpful and full of smiles my dogs love their visits.”

“Such a wonderful, helpful vets! Reception have all been so kind and helpful every interaction I've had with them. All vets I've seen have been so sweet and kind with my very VERY timid cat, Luna. Helped with calming meds to make getting her into her appointments a bit easier. Always so keen to go the extra mile to make us owners and pets feel welcome and comfortable. Really a wonderful place. Highly recommend!”

“Took my 12 week old Cocker spaniel Murphy in for his second set of vaccinations. I was a bit anxious as he has never been to a vet with me before but he absolutely loved it there, the ladies on reception made such a fuss of him and he was lapping it up. Hamid the vet was very professional and I’m not sure if Murphy actually realised that he’d been vaccinated his tail never stopped wagging . Future care was discussed with me and I’m pleased to know that Murphy will be in good hands.”

“Yearly jab for my dog was easy to book and was on time. I know you sometimes get emergencies but I love it when it all runs smoothly and on time.”

“Hannah and Leanne provide a first class and professional physio and hydrotherapy service which I have used regularly for many months for my elderly retriever. It has undoubtedly helped to keep her more mobile and comfortable. I can't recommend them highly enough.”

“I was recommended 3Cs by a friend who had her cat board with them. My cat Oliver had never boarded before and is an indoor cat. I was extremely worried about having him board as he knew nothing other than the home were in and the people who live here. I was made to feel as ease straight away by the staff at 3Cs they were in constant communication with me about Oliver and emailed me as much as I needed to feel better about him being there and even sent photos on him. The cattery provided all the food love and care that he would have at home. I just want to thank everyone that cared and loved Oliver while he stayed. Since being home he has been so loving, affectionate and needy which has been lovely for us! We will definitely be using them again for future holidays.”

“So so happy with how our little scruffy pup Lulu comes back looking so clean and smart!! Great service and Lulu always leaves looking happy and beautiful, which means a lot as she is a rescue dog and is very nervous generally. Thank you!”

“Spire Ridge have lovingly looked after our cat whenever we go away since he was a kitten. We were unsure about catteries based on the others we had visited, but then we found Spire Ridge which have amazing large indoor pens, where our boy is always happy and comfortable, and we can leave him there knowing he's getting the care and attention he needs whether we're just gone for a weekend or for a couple of weeks.”

“Chris felstead- I have been with him for 10 years. Other vets fail to correctly diagnose and their response to all appointments has been in leave in Overnight or carry out extortionate tests. 99% have failed to identify, where Chris has always recommended at home treatments where possible. I no longer have insurance since it was tripled with no explanation and no ongoing illnesses, and so all treatments are self funded. I really wish that veterinary practices were more fairly/reasonably priced, but understand that this is a huge money making industry. I am very nervous and sceptical about booking any other vet than Chris. Have standards / qualifications dropped in this field or do many no longer care? Perhaps their owning companies have set financial targets per appointment?”

“I have used Castle Vets for over 20 years. Everyone is lovely and kind and I always feel like they love my pets (nearly) as much as I do! It’s a bit out of the way from where I live now, but I still can’t bring myself to change. My dog might never forgive me!”

“Good vets and the team helped me progress my dog for a holiday passport.”

“Everyone is really caring and compassionate and they always look after our pets with professionalism and such expertise. We recently lost one of our fur babies and they have been there for us every step of the way, we really appreciate it.”

“Super friendly and extremely knowledgeable staff, made our visit with our Human Reactive dog a lot easier to cope with. We wouldn’t take our dog anywhere else.”

“I just have to say a big thank you to all at gkg vets Newbury... we sadly had to say good bye to our beautiful boy Rocco on the 3/1/25 ... the care they gave him all through his short 7 years was just outstanding and the care and compassion they showed us and rocco is just something that we will be forever grateful for. ... honestly these guys will care for your fur baby with such great care . Gkg vets thank you for everything”

“Absolutely fantastic with my dog Bruno, he spent a whole day there to have his teeth done and on picking him up he was extremely calm and wagging his tail to say goodbye to everyone, staff where wonderful with him and contacted me a few times throughout the day. I was very impressed with their care including the reception staff, everyone fantastic.”

“I and my family first went to vets when it was in Barnards Way Wantage. Over the years it became Medivets where it is now. I am now with my fifth Miniature Schnauzer. Since 1997. We found that over the years our vets have been there through good times and bad . We could not have made it without all your help and kindness. All our dogs have pulled to get in to see the Vets. Which says an awfull lot. Thank you very much Bill Kitching”

“Treated my elderly dog Hollie (14) who had a stroke with expertise and care. Shout out to the lovely specialist who my dog absolutely adored! She's recovered nicely and hopefully we will have more than a few good years together to come ❤️”

“Where to start ? The practise is welcoming, helpful and regardless of subject or concern the staff go over and above to help. They are honest in advise and the care of our pets has been exceptional. I would reccomend to everybody to use this practise they are simply the best.”

“I cannot praise Ryslip enough for their exceptional service in shipping my dog from the UK to Hawaii—a complex move with stringent Hawaii requirements. Out of 20 transport companies I quoted, Ryslip responded the fastest with the best price. Natalia was the driving force behind it all, a true rock star with her expertise, clear communication, genuine care, and unwavering support. Their service blew me away, making this potentially stressful move completely seamless. I wholeheartedly recommend Ryslip to anyone needing pet transportation, especially to military families stationed in or moving to the UK. Outstanding job from start to finish!!”

“I have left my cat here for many years and it is his perfect holiday home when I go away! Sharon and the staff are kind and take great care of all their temporary residents. My cat is nearly 16 now and will be staying at his 'home from home' very happily. I can't praise them enough!”

“Great people who seem to care about our dog and work around his behaviours and our lifestyles. Very thorough and thoughtful people. Plus you can see our boys handsome face on instagram.”