Oak Barn Veterinary Centre – Vets in Guildford
Clinic Overview
- Recent reviewers consistently describe the team as warm, friendly and knowledgeable, with especially strong praise for the reception staff. - Clear communication is a recurring theme, with owners saying vets explain procedures well, answer questions and help reduce anxiety around treatment. - Pets are described as being handled calmly and considerately, including cats, puppies, a nervous rescue dog during ultrasound, and a dog having surgery.
Services
- •Preventive care and routine appointments, including wellness checks and vaccinations.
- •General consultations for common pet health concerns, with reviews mentioning support for a new puppy, a cat with an eye issue and ongoing care for a rescue dog.
- •Diagnostics, including imaging and ultrasound. One reviewer specifically praised the calm handling of a rescue dog during an ultrasound.
- •Surgery and dental care. Recent feedback includes a dog's neutering procedure for an undescended testicle.
- •Clear communication appears to be a consistent part of the service, with owners saying the team takes time to explain treatment plans, answer questions and talk through options.
- •Reviews also mention straightforward registration and online appointment booking, including an early-morning slot.
Pricing
Published prices suggest the clinic sits below average, based on a partial sample of comparable services.
People
- •Harry (vet): Repeatedly praised for explaining what is needed and why in clear terms, discussing options where possible, and for carrying out a dog's surgery with reassuring care.
- •Dr Claire Madgwick: Specifically thanked for performing an ultrasound on a rescue dog while keeping the dog calm, safe and comfortable.
- •Reception team, nurses and vets: Consistently described as kind, knowledgeable, patient and professional.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.9 stars from 285 reviews.
- •Recent reviewers consistently describe the team as warm, friendly and knowledgeable, with especially strong praise for the reception staff.
- •Clear communication is a recurring theme, with owners saying vets explain procedures well, answer questions and help reduce anxiety around treatment.
- •Pets are described as being handled calmly and considerately, including cats, puppies, a nervous rescue dog during ultrasound, and a dog having surgery.
- •The practice environment is also well regarded, with comments highlighting a spacious, welcoming setting and smooth booking and registration.

