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Pet People

#2 Vet in Richmond upon Thames, Greater London

4.9
Independent Clinic

Pet People – Vets in Richmond upon Thames

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic
#2 Ranking
#2 in Richmond upon Thames
Top 10 Ranking
#20 in Greater London
Top 10 Ranking
#226 in England

Clinic Overview

Pet People describes itself as an independent veterinary clinic with advanced, referral-level capability, including keyhole surgery and in-house imaging/CT. Clinic data also lists it as a veterinary nurse training facility and offering emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours).

Pet People describes itself as an independent veterinary clinic with advanced, referral-level capability, including keyhole surgery and in-house imaging/CT. Clinic data also lists it as a veterinary nurse training facility and offering emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours).

From the latest reviews, owners most often mention

  • Fast access when something feels urgent (one owner booked an “emergency appointment” and was seen within about 30 minutes after a quick phone answer).
  • Clear, “sensible” advice and good communication, including being kept updated during surgery.
  • Support for anxious/reactive pets, with “fear-free qualified” team members and staff who understand dog behaviour.
  • Follow-up after procedures, including post-op check-ins after a spay.

Services

Evidence from the website summary and reviews mentions

  • Keyhole surgery (website)
  • In-house imaging, including CT imaging (website)
  • Referral-level procedures (website)
  • Emergency/urgent appointments (clinic data lists emergency services; reviews describe rapid booking for an emergency appointment)
  • Spay surgery with post-op updates and follow-up check-ins (reviews)
  • Check-ups and vaccinations (reviews; including vaccinations for rabbits)
  • Support for nervous/anxious pets and handling that allows “a bit extra care” (reviews)
  • Behaviour-aware handling for reactive dogs (reviews)
  • Acupuncture is referenced by an owner as a planned/ongoing part of care (“our future acupuncturist”) (reviews)
  • Owner guidance on at-home care tasks (one review mentions being shown how to check & clip rabbit nails) (reviews)

People

Named team members mentioned in reviews

  • Katy (front desk/phone): praised for answering quickly and helping arrange an urgent appointment promptly.
  • Amy (vet): saw a dog on short notice; described as providing great care; one reviewer notes she has been with the practice for 3 years and is also referenced as a (future) acupuncturist.
  • Phoebe: thanked for helping care for an older dog struggling to walk.
  • Annabelle (vet): described as “fear-free qualified” and repeatedly helpful during urgent visits for a medically complex, reactive dog; credited with steady support for both pet and owner.
  • Fergus (customer care): singled out for remembering detailed case information and providing consistent support during a deteriorating illness.
  • Harriet: mentioned for hands-on guidance teaching an owner how to check and clip their rabbits’ nails.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.9 stars from 165 reviews. “”

  • Speed and responsiveness, especially when owners are worried (quick phone answering; emergency appointment arranged rapidly).
  • Communication through procedures, including explanations beforehand and updates on surgery day, plus follow-up check-ins during recovery.
  • Practical, non-alarming guidance (owners describe receiving “sensible advice” and feeling reassured).
  • Handling anxious/reactive pets: owners of very anxious dogs and reactive/complex cases say staff understand behaviour and adapt handling to help pets feel safe.
  • Species variety mentioned in reviews includes dogs, cats, and rabbits (with rabbit vaccinations and handling support noted).

Special Services

Emergency Services
Vet Nurse Training

Location

110 - 116 Upper Richmond Road West

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