CityVets (Exeter) Ltd

CityVets (Exeter) Ltd is an RCVS-accredited veterinary practice with multiple surgeries under the CityVets Exeter name. From the available reviews, it appears set up for everyday vet care (including cats and dogs), with owners describing quick appointments, medication being prescribed promptly, and clear explanations of options—particularly for older cats. Specific examples mentioned include a cat improving after being given medication, vets talking through treatment options for a 21-year-old cat, and a vet adjusting their approach for a nervous dog during an appointment.

Services

• •General veterinary consultations and treatment, with reviews describing pets being “seen quickly.”
• •Prescribing and dispensing medication (owners mention being given medication at a visit and receiving advice on administering it).
• •Support for senior/elderly pets: one owner describes ongoing care and discussions of options for a 21-year-old cat.
• •Handling nervous/anxious dogs: one review highlights a vet’s approach with a “nervous Staffy.”
• •Cat-focused credentials (from the website summary): Silver Level Cat Friendly Clinic accreditation (noted for Alphington and St Thomas surgeries).
• •Rabbit-focused credentials (from the website summary): Silver Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund Standard (St Thomas) and Gold Standard RWAF practice (Heavitree).
• •Parking is described on the website as “excellent” across surgeries.

People

• •Katie (vet): praised for her approach with a nervous dog during an appointment, with the owner calling her “outstanding.”
• •Caroline (vet) and Hannah (vet): mentioned by name as consistently understanding a cat’s needs and talking owners through the options available, including for an elderly cat.
• •Marie (reception): described as a friendly, familiar face who helps reduce stress at the front desk.
• •Nursing team: noted for practical guidance on medication and how to administer it.

Reviews

4.7 stars from 120 reviews. The latest reviews available to us are uniformly positive and focus on speed of being seen, informative vets, and supportive handling of nervous or elderly pets. “”

• •Being seen quickly and leaving with medication; one owner reported their cat felt better the next morning.
• •Clear, informative explanations and discussion of options (including for a very elderly cat).
• •Staff adjusting their handling to the pet (example: a nervous dog at an appointment).
• •Front-desk and nursing support that helps owners manage treatment at home (including medication advice).