Dog & Cat Vets in Edinburgh

ICR Pentland Vets is part of the ICR Vets group, and the site states they offer 24-hour veterinary services for all pets. The clinic is described as RCVS Accredited, with “Cat Friendly Clinic” status also listed (and the group notes accredited hospital status for a different clinic in the same network). Reviews most often describe unhurried appointments where owners feel listened to, including support during end-of-life care.

Happy Pets describes itself as an independent veterinary practice with a small team focused on continuity of care and personalised support for both pets and owners. From the latest reviews, owners most often highlight time spent talking through options and questions, and one detailed account credits the clinic—especially vet Maggie—with urgent care that helped a cat recover from a critical kidney problem. Reviews also mention that not everything was perfect, including some discomfort with reception, alongside very positive experiences with the vets.

The Veterinary Cat Clinic treats cats only and describes itself as the first cat-only veterinary practice in the UK (established in 1995). It operates as an Employee Ownership Trust and lists membership of ICC and ISFM. From the latest reviews available, owners mention practical handling of nervous cats (“put completely at ease”) and decision-making they felt was not pushy (one long-term client says they “never felt pressured” into anything), alongside comments about vaccinations and overall affordability.

Eye Right Referrals is a fully independent veterinary ophthalmology referral service owned and run by Julia Henken, focusing on eye conditions in small animals (dogs, cats and rabbits). The website describes capability for routine, urgent and emergency referral cases, including advanced diagnostics (e.g., MRI/CT access, electroretinogram, eye ultrasound) and ocular surgery (including cataract surgery and diode laser). In the latest reviews available to us, owners describe rapid assessment for sudden, serious eye problems, clear explanations of diagnosis and treatment plans, and post-procedure support during recovery (including responsiveness by email).

West Port Veterinary Clinic – Drumbrae is part of Westport Veterinary Clinic, described on its website as a locally owned independent small-animal practice with three branches and nearly 30 years in operation. The clinic appears set up for both routine care and more involved investigations/procedures, with on-site facilities listed such as a sterile theatre, lab, digital and dental x-ray, ultrasound, and an endoscope, plus dedicated dog and cat wards and recovery kennels.

Galedin Ltd trading as Animac Vets is presented on its website as a small practice focused on “personal service” and working “in partnership” with owners based on clinical need. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe thorough explanations during appointments and notably supportive end‑of‑life care (including time to say goodbye, sedation before euthanasia, and follow‑up gestures such as checking in later and sending a card). One recent review conflicts with this overall picture, describing a seriously ill dog being misdiagnosed during a very busy period with only one vet on duty, followed by referral elsewhere and concerns about charges becoming “excessive”.

Braid Vets Leith is part of the Braid Vets group, which states it has been providing veterinary care since the 1960s and offers routine care alongside advanced and referral services. The website also says they provide 24/7 emergency treatment, and list services including acupuncture, referral surgery and ophthalmology. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention being fitted in at short notice and getting prompt, thorough help when a pet became unwell, alongside a more mixed view from one reviewer who describes the practice as “corporate” and focused on money (ownership structure isn’t otherwise stated in the provided information).

Vets Now is part of the Vets Now emergency-care provider network (with clinics and hospitals across the UK), set up for out-of-hours pet emergencies and supported by an option for video consultations. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly mention rapid triage on arrival (including a dog being taken “as soon as we walked in”) and proactive communication (phone updates and being able to call overnight for progress reports). Pricing and value are a major decision factor: one recent reviewer reports a £320 minimum fee plus medication charges and a £35 “admin fee” for insurance claims, while another describes feeling “fear-mongered” into an immediate visit for diarrhoea that their regular vet later judged non-urgent.

Braid Veterinary Hospital describes itself as providing veterinary treatment since the 1960s and offers a mix of routine care, advanced/referral services, and 24/7 emergency treatment. Recent reviews give concrete examples of ongoing medical management (a diabetic cat with the team keeping the owner informed while they were away) and same-day attention (a dog’s leg lump examined later the same day after a quarterly check-up). Owners also mention being able to call for advice when needed, while one recent reviewer strongly criticises the price of a specific hypoallergenic cat food sold in-practice.

West End Vets is set up for both routine care and urgent needs, with emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours) and being listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention friendly, helpful staff, including one account of supportive handling of euthanasia for a bird. There’s also a clear note that experiences can be inconsistent between vets—described as “hit and miss,” with some being professional and others rude.