Holders Hill Veterinary Surgery

There is also a sharp negative account describing a failed nail-trim attempt, being sold sedatives to return later, and a dispute about whether cats had been microchipped—so experiences reported are not uniformly positive.

Services

Based on the latest reviews available to us, owners mention

• •Examinations and advice for a seriously unwell kitten, including explanations of what was wrong and discussion of treatment options.
• •Ongoing care for dogs, with owners saying their concerns were listened to and treatments explained.
• •Puppy support/advice (“loads of valuable advices”).
• •Nail trimming (one owner says the team was unable to cut their cat’s nails).
• •Sedation tablets provided for handling (described as “sedatives” given to bring the cat back).
• •Microchipping is mentioned in one review, but the account disputes whether it was actually done.

Pricing

• •Sedative tablets: £17 (as described in one review, provided after an unsuccessful cat nail-trim and with advice to return).

People

• •Lyndsay and Nathan are specifically named; one owner credits them with helping a lot with puppies and providing valuable advice.
• •Staff communication is a repeated positive theme (explaining what’s wrong, what to look out for, and treatment options), but one reviewer reports a very negative interaction with reception staff/a nurse, describing them as disrespectful.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.7 stars from 95 reviews. “”

• •Long-term loyalty from some clients (mentions of 5 years and “many years” using the practice).
• •Clear explanations and owner education: discussing options, teaching what to monitor, and explaining treatments.
• •Pet-type range in reviews includes kittens, puppies, and dogs.
• •A significant negative review alleges poor handling of a cat nail trim, being given sedatives to return later, and conflicting statements about microchipping—contrasting with multiple positive experiences.