
Alder Veterinary Practice is an RCVS-accredited small-animal clinic (established in the early 1980s) with in-house facilities for surgery and diagnostics, including digital X‑rays, ultrasound, endoscopy, and in-house blood analysis. One long-term client notes the practice was later “absorbed” by the Linnaeus group, and another says pricing was described to them as being fixed by Linnaeus.
Based on recent reviews, owners often come here for routine consults and more involved procedures (dentistry and end-of-life care are both specifically mentioned). Experiences are mixed: some describe clear explanations in consults (including a named vet, Alexander, being “so informative”), while others report poor communication around aftercare/arrangements following a pet’s death. Pricing also appears to be a deciding factor for some owners, with one review detailing a large quote for a dental that they found substantially cheaper elsewhere.
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Google rating: 4.5 stars from 375 reviews. “”
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 375 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
a month ago
Really happy with these guys, educational and friendly, cat and dog bith registered here. Had Alexander today and she was so informative!! Really knows her job and seems super passionate!! Was a great customers/patients experience. 10/10 to all.
3 months ago
I’ve been using Alder vets for over 20yrs now. Always been good with all my animals. Compassionate when it’s time to say goodbye to a pet. The only niggle I’d say is that one kitten I got had FIP, the vets steered me away from treating him, he was euthanised. I was then offered another kitten from same breeder… turned out she also had FIP. The vets didn’t seem to want to help me treat her. I went elsewhere and got treatment for 1/3rd of the price. A year later she is alive and well, clear of FIP. I now wish I’d done research with the first kitten and saved him. I do feel vets need to offer cheaper ways to treat FIP, rather than just suggesting putting to sleep. I am told this is common all over the country. Other than this they are very good. Prices aren’t too bad. Monthly payment plans are very good and recommended.
3 months ago
My family’s dog passed away and we was not informed on when his ashes were going to be scattered. They also have appalling communication skills on informing you and also including their astonishing misinformation skills. I do not advise anyone to send your pets here. Selfish and inconsiderate of your vets, you should be extremely ashamed.
4 months ago
5 months ago
Lovely premises with adequate parking, pleasant staff. I have used this for many years and well before they were absorbed by their umbrella company; Linnaeus. However, my latest interaction has left me extremely disappointed. My small dog needed a dental, so I attended for an assessment and quote. I was advised that the likely bill would be £1860 including anticipated extractions. "What????" I'd only had a dental procedure about three years previous and it was less than £500. Crazy I thought. So, i talked to a number of other vets. Some wouldn't quote without first assessing him during a consultation, but one, stated they would carry it out at a maximum of £800, (knowing the breed of dog and its propensity for suffering from dental problems). So clearly, this was the **other vet** I used, with **nearly £1100 saving**. Today, the procedure was carried out. First class service, lovely staff, plaque removed, 11 extractions, with the remaining teeth cleaning and polished. The bill was £580 !!!! I did feed this back to Alders, who stated their prices were fixed by Linnaeus, but they feel it reflected the level of service they offered (implying i got a second class service? I think not!) All I can say is, look at your options. Prices vary a lot. You could save a fortune! Aldervet are a great vetinary service, however, don't be blinkered..........! [photo, post-op recovery]
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