Best Vets in Exeter

- Reviews are consistently very positive about the team’s kindness, compassion, and emotional support, especially during euthanasia and other difficult appointments. - Owners regularly mention clear communication, including taking extra time to make sure instructions and aftercare are fully understood. - The practice is praised for being friendly and welcoming, with positive mentions of reception staff, efficient vets, easy access and parking, and a pleasant waiting room.

- The clinic states a £130 emergency consultation fee between 7pm and 9am. - Review feedback on pricing is mixed but limited: one owner said a recent treatment cost more than previously outlined and would have liked an itemised receipt, while most recent reviews focus on care quality rather than cost.

- Owners mention being seen quickly or on time, without feeling rushed during the appointment. - Vets are repeatedly praised for explaining things clearly and talking through options in an informative, caring way. - Several reviews highlight kind, empathetic handling of cats and dogs, including nervous pets and cats with ongoing health issues.

- Recent reviews are strongly positive about emergency and out-of-hours care, including urgent treatment for cats and dogs, Sunday and Christmas visits, and supportive end-of-life care. - Compassion and communication are recurring themes: owners often mention staff taking time to explain options, answer questions, keep them updated and help them make difficult decisions without pressure. - Reviews also mention gentle handling of older or nervous pets, with examples including nail clipping, help with matted fur, and calm care for elderly cats.

CityVets (Exeter) Ltd is an RCVS-accredited practice in Exeter and part of the Linnaeus group. It operates across four surgeries, with Cat Friendly Clinic (Silver) accreditation at Alphington and St Thomas, plus Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund standards at St Thomas (Silver) and Heavitree (Gold). The practice’s approach centres on tailoring treatment to the individual animal and owner, with an emphasis on clear communication and shared decision-making.

- Many recent reviewers describe the team as kind, caring and reassuring, with particular praise for taking time to settle pets before treatment and explaining what is happening clearly. - Access and responsiveness are recurring positives: one owner says their dog is always seen the same day when needed, and others say problems are dealt with quickly. - Owners also highlight support in difficult situations, especially around euthanasia and ongoing illness, and one receptionist, Vicky, is singled out for being especially helpful.

- Helpful reception and phone support: reviewers say calls are answered promptly and the front-desk team is calm, kind and helpful. - Kind veterinary care: several reviews highlight friendly, understanding vets who are good with dogs and supportive during routine visits as well as more involved care. - Support for older pets: multiple reviewers mention senior care, ongoing medication and helpful advice for elderly dogs.

Ark Vets - Pinhoe is a companion-animal practice in Exeter that owners often describe as independent. Its care appears to cover general consultations, same-day urgent illness, dentistry, and treatment for cats, dogs, and smaller pets. Recent reviews particularly highlight quick access for unwell animals, clear explanations, and a caring approach during both treatment and end-of-life support.

Exeter Veterinary Surgery is a general veterinary practice in Exeter and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Its ownership isn’t stated. Recent feedback highlights a smaller-practice feel, with continuity from the same vet, nurses and admin team, clear explanations, calm handling of pets, and support in both urgent situations and end-of-life care.