Emergency Vets in Barnet

## Summary East Barnet Veterinary Practice Ltd is set up for both routine care and urgent problem-solving, with reviews describing same-day appointments for acute issues (for example, a cat struggling to swallow) and staff staying out of hours to try to get the best outcome for a dog. Owners also mention planned procedures such as cat spays and dental surgery (including teeth surgery with a difficult recovery). Experiences with communication and manners are mixed: several reviews praise clear explanations and professionalism, while a small number describe rudeness from a vet (“Ralph”) and from reception when asking about appointment pricing. ## Services - **Urgent appointments and treatment**: immediate appointment offered for a cat having difficulty swallowing; treated and collected a few hours later (grass lodged in the throat was removed/managed). - **Surgery**: cat spay described as going smoothly with quick recovery. - **Dentistry**: “teeth surgery” for an older cat, with follow-on support during a hard recovery. - **Exotics**: one owner describes an “exotic specialist vet” who successfully treated their pet. - **Veterinary nurse training facility** (listed in the clinic data). - **Emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours)** (listed in the clinic data). ## Pricing - **£275** mentioned for treatment relating to a cat with difficulty swallowing (grass lodged in throat), which the owner felt was “well worth it.” - One reviewer felt costs were “very reasonable compared to other practices,” but no other specific amounts were provided. ## People - **Maureen (Dr Maureen Reiser)**: repeatedly mentioned for clear explanations and patience; one owner described detailed guidance for a cat’s wound after a fight and clear follow-up instructions. - **Em**: credited with “going above and beyond” by staying out of hours to try to get the best outcome for a dog; also praised for clear explanations and answering many questions. - **Dee (Doina) and Ollie**: thanked for saving a dog’s life (“Mr Archie owes his life to Dee (Doina) and Ollie”). - **Dr Rachel**: highlighted for supporting an older cat through a difficult recovery after teeth surgery; owner described extensive help from her and the team. - **Ralph**: one recent reviewer described him as “very rude.” - **Reception**: one reviewer praised getting through straight away to a kind, understanding receptionist who arranged an immediate appointment; another described a rude call when asking for appointment pricing and felt they were incorrectly assumed to be seeking a free appointment. ## Reviews **4.6 stars from 363 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Clear explanations and transparency**: owners mention vets explaining problems, next steps, possible outcomes, and costs. - **Help in urgent situations**: immediate appointment for swallowing difficulty; another case involved staff staying out of hours. - **Successful outcomes across different needs**: life-saving care described for one dog; smooth spay; support after dental/teeth surgery; one review specifically mentions exotics treatment. - **Mixed experiences with politeness**: a small number of reviews describe rudeness from a named vet and from reception, in contrast with multiple reports of compassionate communication.

## Summary Medivet Hampstead Garden Suburb is part of the Medivet group and offers routine consults plus on-site diagnostics (including X‑rays, ultrasound and an in‑house lab). The practice also supports pet travel paperwork (Animal Health Certificates are listed), and recent reviews include an example of a dog’s travel documents being processed at short notice so the owner could travel the same day. Several recent reviews focus on end‑of‑life care, describing staff helping families through euthanasia with clear explanations and empathy. Out‑of‑hours care is routed to a designated Medivet 24‑hour practice, with free phone assessments and a stated consultation fee. ## Services - 15‑minute consultations - Dentistry - ECG - Imaging: ultrasound and X‑rays - In‑house laboratory testing - Nurse clinics - Home visits - Animal Health Certificates (pet travel documentation) - Emergency/out‑of‑hours: handled via “Medivet 24 Hour Hendon”; phone assessments are free, with an out‑of‑hours consultation fee (see Pricing) - Species mentioned: cats, dogs, rabbits - Veterinary Nurse Training facility (listed in clinic data) - Policy noted on the website: return unused medications for safe disposal ## Pricing - Out‑of‑hours: “No charge for assessment by phone”; consultation fee of **£130** (via the designated 24‑hour practice). ## People - **Waseema (vet)**: named repeatedly in reviews for explaining procedures clearly, listening closely, and guiding owners through difficult decisions (including euthanasia) with professionalism and empathy. - **Hanyeh (nurse)**: mentioned for being attentive during the initial check on a pet and helping owners feel at ease. - **Nina (reception)**: highlighted for a warm welcome and helping create a comfortable environment on arrival. - **Beccy**: thanked alongside Waseema for kindness and tenderness during a pet’s final days. ## Reviews **4.6 stars from 151 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Support during euthanasia/end‑of‑life care**: multiple reviewers describe the team helping them through putting a family dog to sleep, with particular thanks for compassionate guidance and professionalism. - **Clear communication and attentiveness**: owners mention staff listening carefully and explaining procedures and advice in detail. - **Help with pet travel paperwork**: one reviewer says their dog’s travel paperwork was processed at short notice, enabling same‑day travel. - **Front‑of‑house welcome**: reception and nursing staff are specifically named for friendly, reassuring interactions on arrival.

## Summary North London Veterinary Clinic describes itself as an **independent** clinic and states it provides **24-hour emergency healthcare** for pets. The website lists a broad mix of routine and more complex work (including **advanced dentistry**, **orthopedic surgery**, and **advanced diagnostics**) for **cats, dogs, and rabbits**, plus practical admin help like **pet passports/travel scheme** and **assistance with pet insurance claims**. Owner experiences in the latest reviews are split: several long-term clients describe **rapid help in urgent situations** (including a weekend-evening poisoning case where a dog was treated overnight), while two recent 1-star reviews report being **hung up on during phone calls**, including one where the caller says their cat was in critical condition. ## Services From the clinic website: - **24-hour emergency care** (described as “24 Hour Emergency Healthcare for your Pet”). - **Advanced dentistry**. - **Neutering/spaying**. - **Advanced illness and disease diagnostics**. - **Orthopedic surgery**. - **Vaccinations** for **cats, dogs, and rabbits**. - **Specialised diets & formulated foods**. - **Pet passport and travel scheme**. - **Help with pet insurance claims**. From reviews (examples of care mentioned): - **Emergency treatment for poisoning**, including overnight care and stomach-pumping. - “Complicated issues” managed for a dog (details not specified by the reviewer). ## People - **Ray (vet)** is named in multiple reviews. Owners describe him as: - Particularly effective with **anxious/scared cats**, getting them calm during handling and exams. - **Not pushing extra treatments** (“never tries to upsell”) and being “thorough and comprehensive.” - Responsive in urgent situations (one review describes him being available within **~30 minutes** on a weekend evening for a poisoning emergency). ## Reviews **Google rating: 3.8 stars from 37 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - **Phone/front-desk experience is a major negative theme in recent 1-star reviews**, with two reviewers stating they were **hung up on**; one also says the receptionist “did not know anything about how to register or pricing.” - **Strong praise for the vet’s clinical handling and animal manner**, especially with nervous pets (cats described as calmer with him; a dog reportedly relaxed and happy to enter the clinic). - **Emergency responsiveness is highlighted** in one detailed account of after-hours care for a poisoning case, including overnight treatment. - **Value/upselling**: one reviewer explicitly says the vet “never tries to upsell,” while another mentions “fair prices” without giving figures.