Farm & Large-Animal Vets near Chelmsford

## Summary Clarendon Equine Clinic Ltd describes itself as an **independent equine practice** with **in‑patient facilities** and an **in‑house laboratory** (including same‑day general screen blood sampling). It offers **24/7 on‑call emergency cover (365 days a year)**, and its set‑up (surgical theatre, treatment room, menage, hard trot‑up areas, weighbridge) suggests it can handle both routine care and more involved investigations/procedures. In recent reviews, owners most often describe: - vets being **calm with nervous ponies**, including during a **strangles injection** where the pony was reported to be “completely relaxed” - **ongoing communication**, including being **kept in contact over Christmas** - **punctual visits** (“arrived on time”) and a team that includes **a vet and a student** on calls There is also a clear negative account (older) describing **poor office/reception handling around a vaccine visit**, including a dispute involving a **£53 vaccine** and concerns about pain relief not being left as expected. ## Services Services and capabilities mentioned on the clinic’s website include: - **24/7 emergency support** with a dedicated on‑call service (24/365) - **Zone visits** - **Dentistry** - **Surgery** (including **laser surgery**) - **Endoscopy** and **gastroscopy** - **Guttural pouch wash** - **Pre‑purchase examination** - Diagnostics and procedures: **ultrasound**, **radiography**, **nerve blocks**, **joint injections** - **Equine MOT health check** Species stated: **horses and donkeys**. Facilities stated: - **In‑house laboratory** - **Surgical theatre** - **Treatment room** - **Menage** - **Hard trot‑up areas** - **Weighbridge** - **In‑patient facilities** ## Pricing - One reviewer cites being “more interested in receiving **£53 for a vaccine**” (single review; no wider price list provided). ## People Named individuals mentioned in reviews: - **Dawn (reception)** — described as having “helped us on many occasions,” particularly when animals were “very poorly.” - **Lauren** — mentioned as someone who “always goes the extra mile” and kept the owner reassured with contact over Christmas (role not explicitly stated in the review). Other staffing notes from reviews: - Owners mention **“young female vet and her student”** attending and being helpful, friendly, efficient, and on time. - Multiple recent reviews describe vets being **calm and gentle with nervous ponies**, specifically during injections. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.8 stars from 89 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - Handling of anxious equines: owners describe vets keeping a **nervous pony calm**, including during a **strangles injection** where the pony was reported not to react. - Communication and reassurance: one owner highlights being **kept in contact over Christmas** and having questions answered. - Timeliness and efficiency: “**arrived on time**” and described as efficient. - Reception experience is mixed: recent feedback praises reception support (specifically naming **Dawn**), while an older 1‑star review alleges **poor office staff behaviour** and dissatisfaction around a **vaccine visit and aftercare/pain relief**. - A small portion of older reviews appear **off‑topic** (e.g., COVID testing/park‑and‑ride) and don’t reflect veterinary care.

## Summary House and Jackson LLP is an **independent** equine and small animal veterinary practice that’s been operating **since 1980**. The practice covers **small animals and equines**, and provides **emergency and out-of-hours care** with calls outside certain hours forwarded to **Vets Now (Witham)**. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe supportive handling of difficult situations such as **euthanasia** (described as gentle and respectful) and day-to-day care for **rescue pets**, plus practical help with **pet insurance claims**. ## Services - **Small animal and equine veterinary care** (both are explicitly stated on the clinic website). - **Emergency and out-of-hours care** for small animals and equines. - The website states that calls **outside certain hours are forwarded to Vets Now (Witham)**. - The website also notes that some evening emergencies seen the same day may be **subject to emergency fees** (fee amount not stated). - **Euthanasia support** (mentioned in reviews for dogs; described as calm, gentle handling). - **Help with pet insurance claims** (mentioned in reviews as making the process easier). - **Veterinary Nurse Training facility** (listed in the provided clinic data). ## People - **Georgia** (role not specified in the input): mentioned by name in a review for being “amazing” during a dog’s euthanasia, helping the owner through a difficult decision and supporting a “peaceful send off.” - Vets, nurses, and an administrator are repeatedly mentioned (not named) for: - **Thoroughness and practical problem-solving** (“found solutions to many problems over the years”). - **Helpfulness with logistics**, including **insurance paperwork**. - **Gentle, respectful handling** during end-of-life visits. ## Reviews **4.8 stars from 97 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **End-of-life care is a standout theme:** multiple owners describe euthanasia appointments as respectful, gentle, and handled with care, which helped during an emotionally difficult time. - **Long-term relationships with the practice:** reviewers mention being with the clinic “for a long time,” with ongoing support for dogs and other pets. - **Practical support beyond the consult room:** one owner specifically highlights help with a **pet insurance claim**, saying it made the process much easier. - **Problem-solving over time:** owners describe vets and nurses as knowledgeable and able to find solutions to recurring or complex issues.

## Summary David Platt Equine Ltd appears to be an equine-focused veterinary practice (based on the name and owners talking about their horse being registered with the practice). The written feedback available is limited and dated, but it repeatedly describes a “friendly and helpful” service, with one owner specifically saying they would want a vet named **Tony** to handle anything beyond **routine care**. Another recurring detail is that the team “do their best to educate us,” suggesting an emphasis on explaining options and care. ## Services Only a small amount is explicitly mentioned in the available text: - **Equine (horse) care** (owners discuss horses being registered with the practice) - **Routine care** (mentioned as a category of work, contrasted with “anything other than routine care”) - **Owner education/explanations** (“they even do their best to educate us”) ## People - **Tony** (vet; role inferred from an owner stating they would want “my vet (Tony)” to see their horse for anything other than routine care). The specific behaviour mentioned is a preference for Tony’s involvement in non-routine situations, implying trust in his judgement for more complex issues. ## Reviews **Google rating: 5 stars from 2 reviews.** The text we have also includes duplicated entries and older Facebook-sourced comments that mention the practice name “Paton and Lee,” so the written review material is limited and not fully consistent. “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - Repeated comments that the service is **“friendly and helpful.”** - Owners say the team **explains and educates** them (“do their best to educate us”). - One owner reports keeping their horse registered specifically so **Tony** can be the vet for anything **beyond routine care**.

## Summary Pegasus Equine Veterinary Surgery is an equine-focused practice; based on the written feedback available, it appears set up for prompt on-site (“call out”) veterinary visits. Reviewers repeatedly mention fast response/call-out times and punctuality, and one owner notes that vet Barbra “puts the animal first.” Named vets mentioned in reviews include Barbra and Sophie. ## Services - Equine veterinary care (from the clinic name and category). - Call-out visits are specifically referenced in reviews, with owners commenting on response time and punctuality. ## People - **Barbra**: mentioned for prioritising the animal’s welfare and for “outstanding call out times,” with “excellent punctuality and response.” - **Sophie**: described as “brilliant” by a reviewer. ## Reviews **5.0 stars from 5 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Fast call-out response and punctual arrival were specifically praised. - Individual vets are singled out by name (Barbra, Sophie) rather than general comments only. - Several reviews are very brief (e.g., “thumbs up” / “top vets”), so detail is limited beyond response time and punctuality.

## Summary Blaircourt Equine Veterinary Clinic Ltd is set up primarily for horse care (multiple reviews mention long-term equine clients, pre-purchase vetting, and horses having surgical procedures at the clinic), but reviews also describe small-animal care (including a cat being put to sleep). The clinic is listed as offering emergency veterinary services and as a veterinary nurse training facility. Decision-relevant details owners mention include: - Horses undergoing **two surgical procedures** at the practice, with **“exemplary” follow-up care** afterwards (reviewed by one owner). - **Pre-purchase vetting** for a horse carried out by a named vet (Ralph). - **End-of-life care** for a cat, where the team’s handling of the appointment is described as especially considerate and respectful. - A conflicting signal: there are also **1-star reviews about unsafe driving by someone associated with the practice**, unrelated to clinical treatment. ## Services Based on the structured clinic data and the written reviews available to us, services/capabilities mentioned include: - **Equine veterinary care**, including long-term management for horses. - **Pre-purchase vetting** (horse vetting mentioned explicitly). - **Surgery** (a horse owner reports two surgical procedures performed at the practice). - **Euthanasia / putting a pet to sleep** (cat). - **Emergency veterinary services** (listed in the clinic data). - **Veterinary nurse training facility** (listed in the clinic data). ## People - **Ralph Hedge** (vet; described by a reviewer as a partner). Multiple horse owners mention staying with him over many years, including for horse vetting and ongoing care; one review links his care with surgical procedures and strong follow-up. - **Katherine** (role not stated). Mentioned by name in a review describing a cat being put to sleep; the owner highlights how she and the staff handled the appointment with care and respect. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.3 stars from 12 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Equine continuity and trust in a named vet:** several reviews mention following Ralph to this practice and being consistently happy with his care (including horse vetting). - **Surgical care plus follow-up:** one horse owner reports two surgeries carried out at the clinic and calls out follow-up care as “exemplary.” - **Supportive end-of-life experience for a cat:** one reviewer describes the team being especially considerate during a euthanasia appointment. - **Conflicting negative feedback (non-clinical):** two 1-star reviews describe an incident involving unsafe driving by someone associated with the practice.