Medivet South Woodham Ferrers

Medivet South Woodham Ferrers is part of the Medivet group and is led by Veterinary Surgeon Oliver Smith. The practice offers 15-minute consultations, on-site X-rays, and an in-house laboratory, and is set up for routine care as well as surgical referrals including orthopaedic and ophthalmic surgery. Recent reviews continue to highlight a calm, friendly atmosphere, with practical support for anxious or reactive pets and convenient online booking.

Services

• •Routine veterinary care: vaccinations, parasite care, neutering, microchipping, dentistry, and nurse clinics.
• •Consultations and everyday support: 15-minute consultations, home visits, and Animal Health Certificates for pet travel. Reviews also mention straightforward appointment booking, including online booking.
• •Diagnostics and surgery: on-site X-rays, an in-house laboratory, and surgical referrals including orthopaedic and ophthalmic surgery.
• •Pets seen: cats, dogs, rabbits, and small mammals.
• •Practical clinic setup: reviewers mention separate waiting areas for cats and dogs, plus a space for small animals away from dogs, and the team accommodating behaviour needs such as end-of-clinic appointments for a dog-reactive pet.
• •Out-of-hours care: provided via Medivet 24 Hour Southend, with no charge for phone assessment before an out-of-hours visit.
• •Training: the practice is listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.

Pricing

Published prices suggest the clinic sits below average, based on a partial sample of comparable services. The published out-of-hours consultation fee is £130, and the clinic states that out-of-hours phone assessment is free. Recent reviews focus more on care and service than on pricing.

People

• •Oliver Smith (Veterinary Surgeon, lead vet): named on the clinic website and frequently praised in reviews as “Oliver” or “Ollie” for listening carefully, giving clear advice, and handling pets with care.
• •The wider team: reviews consistently describe the staff as caring, welcoming, helpful, and collaborative, with several owners praising the calm and personal feel of the practice.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.8/5 from 142 reviews.

• •Recent feedback is very positive, with owners repeatedly praising the caring, friendly approach of both the vets and reception team.
• •Several reviews describe pets being kept calm during appointments, including first visits for puppies and dogs that are usually anxious or reactive.
• •Practical arrangements are a recurring theme, including end-of-clinic appointments for a dog-reactive pet and separate waiting areas for cats, dogs, and small animals.
• •Owners also mention easy appointment access, handy online booking, and a personal, relaxed atmosphere that keeps them returning to the practice.