Featured Clinic Overview
## Summary Saintfield Veterinary Clinic describes itself on its website as an independent, primary care practice (part of the Ashwood Vets site) offering both medicine and surgery, including soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures. Recent reviews back up that surgical capability with multiple first-hand accounts of dogs undergoing operations (including TPLO surgery) and owners describing thorough aftercare and follow-up advice when needed. Several reviewers also mention urgent/emergency appointments being accommodated and a communication style that includes clear explanations and regular updates by message during a pet’s stay. One cat owner explicitly notes there was “no hard sale” and that a more conservative plan was supported for an elderly cat. ## Services Based on the website summary and the latest reviews, the clinic is associated with: - Small animal medicine / primary care - Soft tissue surgery (website) - Orthopaedic surgery (website), with reviews specifically mentioning: - TPLO surgery for a dog, with “thorough aftercare” - Other surgery for a dog, with an owner reporting a strong recovery - Diagnostic workups, with reviews mentioning: - X-rays - Tests performed during a puppy consultation - Registered nurse consultations (website) - Urgent/emergency appointments, with reviews describing joining/attending during a medical emergency and booking an emergency appointment for a cat ## People Names and roles mentioned in reviews: - Patrick (vet): Mentioned in emergency and surgical contexts, including a dog’s TPLO surgery with thorough aftercare, and being available to address concerns (one owner mentions support via WhatsApp while they were away). - Niall (vet): Repeatedly credited with clear explanations and taking time in consults; mentioned in cases involving surgery and a puppy workup with X-rays and tests, plus updates throughout the day. - Kelly (receptionist): Praised for being friendly and professional during an emergency registration. - Reception team (unnamed): One reviewer describes a receptionist staying calm and practical while fixing a booking mistake between practices. ## Reviews 5.0 stars from 25 reviews. Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Surgery and orthopaedics with aftercare: Owners mention procedures including TPLO and other surgery, highlighting recovery outcomes and aftercare. - Good communication during investigations/stays: Reviews describe consults that weren’t rushed, things being well explained, and regular message updates during the day. - Emergency/urgent help: Multiple reviewers mention being seen during a medical emergency or getting an emergency appointment. - Pragmatic decision-making: One owner notes no pressure to buy extras and choosing a conservative approach for an elderly cat.
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USPCA is an animal welfare charity (established in 1836) that combines veterinary services with wildlife rescue and cruelty investigations, and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews mainly describe help with injured wildlife (including rapid collection and veterinary attention for a bird with a broken wing) and routine dog care with vets taking time to explain options. Owners also mention a grooming service (praised for value and care), and a secured outdoor area where dogs can be briefly let off lead, with water available at the doors.
USPCA is an animal welfare charity (established in 1836) that combines veterinary services with wildlife rescue and cruelty investigations, and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews mainly describe help with injured wildlife (including rapid collection and veterinary attention for a bird with a broken wing) and routine dog care with vets taking time to explain options. Owners also mention a grooming service (praised for value and care), and a secured outdoor area where dogs can be briefly let off lead, with water available at the doors.
Pride Rock Vets is a family-run small-animal veterinary clinic. The website describes a modern clinic with the latest diagnostics. In the latest reviews, owners most often mention gentle handling for nervous dogs, a clean clinic, and support through end-of-life care (PTS), with specific staff members named for their help. Concrete examples owners mention include cat vaccinations, staff taking time to help an anxious Husky feel comfortable, and long-term care for a dog over “years” including being put to sleep at age 14.
Pride Rock Vets is a family-run small-animal veterinary clinic. The website describes a modern clinic with the latest diagnostics. In the latest reviews, owners most often mention gentle handling for nervous dogs, a clean clinic, and support through end-of-life care (PTS), with specific staff members named for their help. Concrete examples owners mention include cat vaccinations, staff taking time to help an anxious Husky feel comfortable, and long-term care for a dog over “years” including being put to sleep at age 14.
Saintfield Veterinary Clinic (Ashwood Vets) describes itself as an independent, primary-care practice. Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine small-animal care as well as surgical and diagnostic work, with owners repeatedly mentioning clear explanations and ongoing communication. Concrete examples owners mention include: - Orthopaedic surgery, specifically TPLO surgery, with “thorough aftercare” described as involving the wider team. - Diagnostics during a consult (one puppy visit included X‑rays and tests), with the consultation described as not rushed and explanations given in detail. - Same-day/urgent problem handling in reviews (multiple “emergency appointment/visit” mentions), including a receptionist helping fix an incorrectly booked appointment at another branch. - Conservative treatment choices supported where appropriate (e.g., an older cat’s care plan described as avoiding a “hard sell” and opting for a more conservative approach).
Saintfield Veterinary Clinic (Ashwood Vets) describes itself as an independent, primary-care practice. Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine small-animal care as well as surgical and diagnostic work, with owners repeatedly mentioning clear explanations and ongoing communication. Concrete examples owners mention include: - Orthopaedic surgery, specifically TPLO surgery, with “thorough aftercare” described as involving the wider team. - Diagnostics during a consult (one puppy visit included X‑rays and tests), with the consultation described as not rushed and explanations given in detail. - Same-day/urgent problem handling in reviews (multiple “emergency appointment/visit” mentions), including a receptionist helping fix an incorrectly booked appointment at another branch. - Conservative treatment choices supported where appropriate (e.g., an older cat’s care plan described as avoiding a “hard sell” and opting for a more conservative approach).
The Oaks Veterinary Centre is a general veterinary practice where recent reviewers most often describe straightforward consult-based care: focused examinations, clear advice, and problems being diagnosed quickly. In the latest reviews available to us, owners specifically mention a vet who was “focussed on the issue at hand” and gave “honest and valuable advice,” plus thorough re-checking of long-term conditions alongside a new problem. Concrete details mentioned by owners include: - Switching to this practice after feeling a previous vet “prioritise profits over pet health,” and finding the consultation advice more “honest.” - A new issue being diagnosed quickly during a visit. - A long-term, ongoing problem being checked over thoroughly to confirm the pet’s care plan. - Staff described as “friendly and welcoming,” with experiences described as consistent over repeat visits.
The Oaks Veterinary Centre is a general veterinary practice where recent reviewers most often describe straightforward consult-based care: focused examinations, clear advice, and problems being diagnosed quickly. In the latest reviews available to us, owners specifically mention a vet who was “focussed on the issue at hand” and gave “honest and valuable advice,” plus thorough re-checking of long-term conditions alongside a new problem. Concrete details mentioned by owners include: - Switching to this practice after feeling a previous vet “prioritise profits over pet health,” and finding the consultation advice more “honest.” - A new issue being diagnosed quickly during a visit. - A long-term, ongoing problem being checked over thoroughly to confirm the pet’s care plan. - Staff described as “friendly and welcoming,” with experiences described as consistent over repeat visits.
The Veterinary Clinic is a mixed practice treating both companion animals and farm/equine species, with on-site facilities for procedures and overnight care (including operations and “sterile vaccinations”). The website also states an emergency service is offered, with appointments handled on a priority basis. Review details most often describe hands-on treatment for injuries and acute illness (for example, care for a dog with a “very nasty wound,” and intensive attempts to treat a cat with a lung infection), plus practical travel requirements such as rabies vaccination and issuing a pet passport. One review reports serious concerns about triage and missed findings (including an allegation of delayed attention to an unresponsive kitten, a misdiagnosis, and a tail injury not identified after an RTA), so experiences appear mixed despite many positive accounts.
The Veterinary Clinic is a mixed practice treating both companion animals and farm/equine species, with on-site facilities for procedures and overnight care (including operations and “sterile vaccinations”). The website also states an emergency service is offered, with appointments handled on a priority basis. Review details most often describe hands-on treatment for injuries and acute illness (for example, care for a dog with a “very nasty wound,” and intensive attempts to treat a cat with a lung infection), plus practical travel requirements such as rabies vaccination and issuing a pet passport. One review reports serious concerns about triage and missed findings (including an allegation of delayed attention to an unresponsive kitten, a misdiagnosis, and a tail injury not identified after an RTA), so experiences appear mixed despite many positive accounts.
Peninsula Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice where reviews repeatedly describe being fitted in at short notice and getting practical treatment for urgent problems. Owners mention last‑minute appointments (for example, a torn dew claw) with “immediate care,” and support during serious illness (including near-daily care during a pyometra case). Several reviews also describe the team’s help during end‑of‑life situations, with owners noting both pet care and support for the family. A vet named Michael is singled out across multiple years of reviews, alongside reception staff who are described as helpful.
Peninsula Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice where reviews repeatedly describe being fitted in at short notice and getting practical treatment for urgent problems. Owners mention last‑minute appointments (for example, a torn dew claw) with “immediate care,” and support during serious illness (including near-daily care during a pyometra case). Several reviews also describe the team’s help during end‑of‑life situations, with owners noting both pet care and support for the family. A vet named Michael is singled out across multiple years of reviews, alongside reception staff who are described as helpful.