Romford has 10 specialist vets. Compare clinics by reviews, opening hours, and published prices.
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About Specialist Vets in Romford
Romford offers veterinary nurse training opportunities.
Seven clinics in Romford are involved in veterinary nurse training, which signifies a commitment to educational excellence and maintaining high standards of care. This involvement often translates to a more knowledgeable and skilled staff, benefiting pet owners through improved care and service quality. Clinics not involved in training may focus more on providing direct patient care, offering pet owners a range of options depending on their needs.
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- •Recent reviewers consistently praise the way the practice handles anxious or reactive pets, including suggesting quieter appointment times and taking a patient approach during examinations and vaccinations. - Communication is a strong theme: owners often say treatments, procedures, options, and next steps were explained clearly and calmly. - Dental work is mentioned more than once, including cleaning and retained baby teeth removal, with owners reporting smooth procedures and good outcomes.
- •Fast access is a strong recurring theme, with several owners mentioning same-day, last-minute, or otherwise quick appointments, including for urgent worries. - Reviews consistently describe the staff as friendly, caring, efficient, and professional, with a welcoming feel that many long-term clients value. - Communication is a standout strength: owners say they felt listened to, understood the plan, and were given clear explanations in straightforward language.
- •Calm, caring handling: owners of nervous, reactive, or skittish dogs say the team took time to understand their pets and, in some cases, suggested quieter appointment times. - Clear explanations: reviewers frequently mention treatments and options being explained well, including ongoing updates during serious illness and transparency around costs. - Strong feedback on dental and minor procedures: recent examples include dental cleaning, retained baby teeth removal, and positive comments about smooth recovery and professional care.
- •Recent reviews consistently praise Richard Marks for clear explanations, practical advice and a calm manner with pets, including kittens, puppies, cats and dogs. - Appointments running on time is a repeated theme, with several owners saying they are seen promptly and the practice feels well organised. - Owners also mention being accommodated quickly for urgent issues, including an ill cat seen within half an hour and a last-minute vaccination slot.
Goddard Veterinary Group Collier Row Romford is part of the Goddard Veterinary Group, a multi-practice veterinary group that has been operating since the 1960s. The practice is RCVS accredited and listed as a Cat Friendly Clinic, with on-site facilities including an in-house lab and x-ray. It offers routine and preventative care alongside diagnostics, surgery, dental work, and support for more difficult moments such as end-of-life care.
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Vets for Pets describes this Romford practice as locally owned and linked to Romford Hospital Vets4Pets. The clinic lists in-house diagnostics including CT, an operating theatre, separate cat and dog waiting and ward areas, and 24-hour in-patient and emergency care. Recent reviews paint a mixed picture: many owners praise the team’s caring manner, clear explanations, and quick appointments, while others report problems with phone access, delays, and communication during longer stays.
- •Several recent reviewers praise the clinical team for compassionate, effective care in difficult situations, including end-of-life support, treatment of a critically ill cat, constipation care, a vaccination visit handled kindly, and a same-day emergency issue being dealt with. - Reception and front-desk service is a clear weak point in recent feedback, with multiple owners describing staff as rude, dismissive or unhelpful. - Communication and follow-through are another recurring concern, including long waits without updates, missing callbacks about test results, and frustration over unclear processes.
Lawton & Stoakes is a veterinary practice in Romford that treats cats and dogs as well as exotic pets, and it is also noted as a veterinary nurse training facility. The practice is associated with emergency and out-of-hours care, although owner reports suggest experiences around urgent access can be mixed. Recent feedback is broadly positive about the team’s care, honesty and handling of anxious pets, while a smaller number of reviews raise serious concerns about communication and outcomes in urgent or complex cases.
Miba Veterinary Surgery is a family-run practice in Romford, with Julian and his wife frequently mentioned by owners as providing a personal, familiar service. Reviews point to a focus on everyday pet care for cats and dogs, with examples of subtle problems being spotted during routine visits and investigated quickly. Owners also describe the team as helpful when short-notice appointments are needed and supportive with ongoing treatment.
- •Recent reviews are largely very positive, with repeated praise for it as a brilliant place to have a show. - Reviewers continue to highlight the large arenas, horse yard/farm setting, and the ability to visit for riding-related activities or simply to watch and photograph horses. - Practical points are a recurring positive, especially easy access, plenty of parking, and the on-site café.