Oak Barn Veterinary Centre

Oak Barn Veterinary Centre is a veterinary clinic offering routine and more advanced pet care, including diagnostics, surgery and dental work (per its website). Recent reviews repeatedly mention clear explanations and shared decision-making (for example, a vet “walks you through the process” and offers options where possible), as well as handling nervous or rescue dogs calmly during procedures such as ultrasound. One reviewer also calls out “amazing” facilities and a welcoming front-desk experience.

Services

Based on the clinic website and recent reviews, services referenced include

• •Preventive care, wellness exams and vaccinations
• •Diagnostics, including diagnostic imaging
• •Ultrasound (specifically mentioned in a recent review)
• •Surgery
• •Dental care

People

• •Harry (vet): Mentioned as explaining what’s needed and why, in a way owners can understand, and offering options where possible.
• •Dr Claire Madgwick (vet): Specifically praised for calmly performing an ultrasound on a rescue dog that dislikes being handled, keeping the dog safe and comfortable.
• •Reception team / nurses / vets (team experience): Multiple reviews mention a supportive, welcoming reception experience and staff being willing to discuss concerns and answer questions.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.9 stars from 269 reviews. “”

• •Owners describe staff as professional and empathetic, with a notably welcoming reception team.
• •Clear communication is a recurring point: taking time to explain processes and answer questions.
• •Practical handling of anxious or touch-sensitive dogs is specifically highlighted (including during ultrasound).
• •Facilities are singled out as “amazing” by one reviewer.