Ridge Referrals – Vets in Exeter
Clinic Overview
Ridge Referrals is an independent small-animal orthopaedic referral service (established May 2009) focused on dogs and cats, led by Patrick and Tanzi Ridge. Based on the website and the latest reviews, it appears set up for orthopaedic diagnostics and surgery, with owners repeatedly describing clear explanations using X‑rays/diagrams, and structured updates after procedures (including multiple phone calls post-op). Recent reviews also mention fast turnaround from consultation to imaging and diagnosis within about 3 hours, and specific handling of dog-reactive behaviour during the visit.
Services
- •Orthopaedic referral consultations (small animals: dogs and cats).
- •Arthroscopic joint surgery (listed on the clinic website).
- •Orthopaedic imaging and diagnostics mentioned in reviews, including X‑rays and “imaging” during the appointment.
- •Cruciate ligament surgery: a recent review describes TPLO surgery for a torn cruciate ligament with meniscus involvement.
- •Post-operative follow-up mentioned in reviews, including post-op X‑rays and phone updates from nurses and the vet.
People
- •Patrick (“Pat”) Ridge (role not explicitly stated, but described as examining pets, discussing imaging, and calling with post-op updates). Owners describe
- •Calm, thorough examinations (including one comparison where a previous vet was “wary and hesitant to thoroughly examine” a large dog, while Pat examined calmly).
- •Clear explanations supported by X‑rays and diagrams.
- •Direct post-op communication, including multiple update calls.
- •Louise (role not stated). Mentioned positively in a review for helping manage a dog’s reactive behaviour during the visit.
- •Nursing team (not named): credited for multiple phone updates following surgery.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.9 stars from 68 reviews. “”
- •Orthopaedic surgery experiences, including TPLO, with owners describing smooth end-to-end care and strong confidence in how pets were monitored before/during/after procedures.
- •Frequent communication and updates, including one owner reporting four phone calls (nurses and Pat) after surgery rather than just a single expected post-op call.
- •Clear, practical explanations of findings and plans, with owners citing X‑rays and diagrams to help them understand decisions and what to expect (including discussions of costs).
- •Efficient visit flow for diagnostics: one review reports consult → imaging → home with a diagnosis in around 3 hours.
- •Behaviour-aware handling: a review specifically notes the team managed dog-reactive behaviour well during the appointment.
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Animals Treated at Ridge Referrals
Animals We Treat
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Reviews for Ridge Referrals
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 68 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
Harvey & Georgia Tucker
a month ago
We recently (today) picked up our cane corso from Ridge after having had TPLO surgery for his torn cruciate ligament and meniscus and we are OVER THE MOON with the entire process. We visited Pat at Ridge about 3-4 weeks ago to get a thorough examination and X-rays done, and immediately felt so at ease and comfortable with the way Pat examined our pup. We had visited our local vet a couple of months prior and they seemed oddly wary and hesitant to throughly examine our dog, so the way Pat so calmly and easily checked our dog over was very reassuring. Our dog (Diesel) was so well looked after both before, during and after surgery & we received a total of 4 phone calls from the nurses & Pat himself to provide updates as to how Diesel was doing and how well the surgery went. I only expected the 1 call post op to say all was finished, so the 4 calls in total was amazing. Didn’t feel even remotely concerned about the care he’d be receiving. We can’t recommend Ridge Referrals enough - we’re so grateful for their work and care when it comes to our Diesel!
Kate Thatcher
a month ago
Absolutely outstanding. I cannot recommend enough, the care and love of the animals they treat is over and above.
Ian Board
3 months ago
What fantastic service. Patrick and his team were amazing with Jax and cant thankyou enough Highly recommend
Ian Board
2 weeks ago
What fantastic service. Patrick and his team were amazing with Jax and cant thankyou enough Highly recommend
Kim Blee
4 months ago
I can’t praise Ridge Referrals enough. From the very first call to the actual appointment, everything was handled with care and clarity. I was kept informed about what to expect, where to go, and the costs, and they really listened to me about my dog and our circumstances. The team were kind, empathetic, and explained everything clearly with diagrams and x-rays. Pat and his team supported us every step of the way—I’m so grateful for the way they looked after both me and my dog.
Kim Blee
a month ago
I can’t praise Ridge Referrals enough. From the very first call to the actual appointment, everything was handled with care and clarity. I was kept informed about what to expect, where to go, and the costs, and they really listened to me about my dog and our circumstances. The team were kind, empathetic, and explained everything clearly with diagrams and x-rays. Pat and his team supported us every step of the way—I’m so grateful for the way they looked after both me and my dog.
Baby Sibbing
6 months ago
Visited today with our GSD. Consult to imaging to home with a diagnosis only took 3 hours. They managed her dog reactive behaviour well. She’s doing well at home. Thank you Louise and Pat
Baby Sibbing
3 months ago
Visited today with our GSD. Consult to imaging to home with a diagnosis only took 3 hours. They managed her dog reactive behaviour well. She’s doing well at home. Thank you Louise and Pat
Annabel Gosselin
9 months ago
Very professional, kind and caring . Cannot rate them highly enough for the treatment if our beloved dog
Amy 'Oomy' Bolton
6 years ago
Few more weeks (hopefully) till Jessie is back to normal exercise. Thank you for fixing her. You've all been so wonderful and professional. Sorry she was loud and whiney. Here she is recovering after her most recent post op x-rays :)
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