Dog & Cat Vets in Kilcock

## Summary Kilcock Veterinary Hospital describes itself as providing general health checks, investigation of specific conditions, and surgery, with on-site facilities including two separate hospitalisation areas, consulting/prep areas, a complete laboratory (including in-house hormonal assays), DR X‑ray, ultrasound, and dental equipment. Recent reviews consistently describe fast access for urgent problems (including being seen “within minutes” after a dog attack, and not being turned away when a dog was in pain), and detailed treatment planning for ongoing medical issues (for example, a medication plan for a dog with heart disease that improved within days). Owners also mention help with paperwork-heavy processes (pet travel requirements and insurance forms) alongside clinical care. ## Services Based on the website summary and the written reviews available: - **General consultations and health checks** (site) - **Investigation of specific conditions** (site), with examples in reviews including: - Heart disease assessment and **medication treatment plan** for breathing difficulty - Senior cat arthritis management with a **monthly anti-inflammatory injection** - A more specific diagnosis of **feline herpes virus** after recurring respiratory/gum issues, with a **food supplement** plan that reduced reliance on antibiotics (as reported by the owner) - **Surgery** (site), with procedures specifically mentioned in reviews: - **Eye surgery for entropion** - Surgery for a **retained testicle** - **Diagnostics and in-house equipment** (site): - **In-house laboratory** including hormonal assays - **DR X‑ray** and **ultrasound** - **Dental equipment** (dental procedures aren’t described in the reviews, but the equipment is stated on the site) - **Hospitalisation**: two **separate hospitalisation areas** (site) - **Urgent same-day care (as described by owners)**: - Emergency appointment after a dog attack and immediate treatment (reviews) - Being taken quickly despite no appointment when a dog was in pain (reviews) - **Pet travel veterinary work**: preparation/work required for a move abroad (reviews) ## People - **Katy / Katie / Dr. Katy Murphy** (role not stated, but described as the vet in reviews): frequently mentioned for explaining situations and options clearly (e.g., discussing procedures and “no-guarantees” practical plans), and for prompt action in urgent cases (seen quickly when a dog was in pain without an appointment; emergency treatment after an attack). - **Chloe**: thanked by name alongside Katy for dedication and diligence in a case involving a dog with heart disease (review). ## Reviews **4.8 stars from 251 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Urgent access when something is wrong:** owners describe being seen quickly for emergencies (including “within minutes” after calling) and not being turned away without an appointment when a pet was in pain. - **Clear plans and explanations:** multiple reviews mention thorough explanations of conditions, options, and procedures (including a practical plan described as “no-guarantees” but structured and calming). - **Challenging medical cases and second opinions:** one owner describes conflicting diagnoses and high expense elsewhere, then improved progress after moving to this clinic; others describe improved outcomes for chronic issues (arthritis management; heart medication plan). - **Support with admin alongside care:** help is mentioned with **insurance forms** and complex **pet travel requirements**.

## Summary Highfield Veterinary Kilcock is part of the **Highfield Veterinary Group**. Based on the clinic website, it offers **routine care through to urgent/emergency situations**, plus practical options like **repeat prescriptions** and **pet health plans**. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention **support during emergency visits**, **compassionate end-of-life care**, and at least one example of a **follow-up phone call after a visit**. ## Services - **Emergency/urgent care** (the website states the team is available to handle emergency situations “with urgency and expertise”; reviews also describe an emergency situation where staff were “calming and supportive”). - **Repeat prescriptions** (listed on the website). - **Pet health plans** (listed on the website). - **Care for exotic pets** (species handled listed on the website summary). - **End-of-life care** (review mentions attending with an older terrier for end-of-life care and valuing the compassion shown). ## People - **Conor (vet)** – mentioned for being affectionate and gentle with a puppy during a first visit, with the owner planning to return for follow-up. - **Maria (staff member)** – thanked by name for help during a difficult emergency situation; described as calming and supportive (along with other staff). ## Reviews **4.9 stars from 19 reviews.** Owners’ comments are brief overall, but they consistently focus on how the team handles stressful situations and communication. “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Emergency help that felt steady and supportive**, including one owner who thanked staff for being calming during a difficult emergency. - **End-of-life compassion**, specifically mentioned during a visit with an older dog. - **Follow-up contact**, with one reviewer noting the clinic rang to check on their dog after the appointment. - **Positive first-visit handling of young dogs**, with a puppy owner highlighting the vet’s gentle manner.