About Veterinary Care in Stratford-upon-Avon
This guide provides pet owners with a comprehensive comparison of veterinary clinics in Stratford-upon-Avon based on services, animal coverage, and availability. With detailed insights into the local veterinary options, this guide is designed to help pet owners make informed decisions about their pet's healthcare needs in Warwickshire.
Top-rated veterinary clinics in Stratford-upon-Avon
- •The Ark Vet Practice
- •Avonvale Veterinary Centres
- •Riverside Veterinary Centre
There are 4 veterinary clinics in Stratford-upon-Avon, with an average Google rating of 4.6★. All clinics treat both dogs and cats, while only one clinic offers services for large animals. Two clinics provide emergency or out-of-hours care, but there is no 24-hour veterinary cover available in the area.
Local clinics offer a variety of services, including routine care, diagnostics, and emergency treatment. The town boasts a robust local veterinary infrastructure, with all clinics participating in veterinary nurse training and each having a website, ensuring accessible information and transparency for pet owners. Total reviews across all clinics amount to 676, indicating a well-established presence with substantial customer feedback.
Emergency care is a critical service offered by both The Ark Vet Practice and Avonvale Veterinary Centres, which may appeal to pet owners needing immediate assistance outside typical operating hours. In contrast, Riverside Veterinary Centre and Vets4Pets Stratford generally focus on routine care without emergency services. This highlights the importance of choosing the right clinic based on your pet's specific health requirements and the urgency of care needed.
Clinics such as Riverside Veterinary Centre and Vets4Pets Stratford play an essential role in the town's veterinary landscape by concentrating on routine and preventive care. These clinics cater primarily to regular check-ups, vaccinations, and non-urgent medical needs, ensuring that companion animals receive comprehensive care for their everyday health requirements.
The overall clinic depth in Stratford-upon-Avon is commendable, with a balanced distribution of key services across multiple providers. The primary focus among these clinics is on companion animals, emphasizing care for dogs and cats.
, with both emergency and routine services well-represented. Refer to the ranked clinic list to find the most suitable veterinary option for your pet's needs.
Data accurate as of January 2026.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
The Ark Vet Practice says it has been serving clients since 1992 and aims to provide a “personal service” for each client. The information provided doesn’t state whether it’s independent or part of a corporate group.
Based on the latest reviews, this practice appears set up for routine care and supportive handling of anxious or complex cases, with multiple mentions of
- •Home-visit euthanasia (including a vet and nurse attending and supporting the family through the decision).
- •Routine preventive care (health checks and first vaccinations for a new puppy).
- •Practical nurse-led care such as nail/claw trims for dogs that don’t tolerate it well.
- •Follow-up being arranged (“return for my follow up treatment in 4 week time”) and a “recently” upgraded premises with more defined areas.
The Ark Vet Practice says it has been serving clients since 1992 and aims to provide a “personal service” for each client. The information provided doesn’t state whether it’s independent or part of a corporate group.
Based on the latest reviews, this practice appears set up for routine care and supportive handling of anxious or complex cases, with multiple mentions of
- •Home-visit euthanasia (including a vet and nurse attending and supporting the family through the decision).
- •Routine preventive care (health checks and first vaccinations for a new puppy).
- •Practical nurse-led care such as nail/claw trims for dogs that don’t tolerate it well.
- •Follow-up being arranged (“return for my follow up treatment in 4 week time”) and a “recently” upgraded premises with more defined areas.
Avonvale Veterinary Centres is a multi-site veterinary practice (seven surgeries) that is RCVS-accredited and runs its own 24-hour emergency service. Based on the information available, the practice handles a mix of routine care and more involved work, with reviews referencing dental problems, breathing difficulties, X‑rays, and end-of-life care. Several owners describe being kept informed during appointments (including discussing treatment options and costs), but a small number report unexpected or unclear charges, including an X‑ray quote “over £700” that they say wasn’t explained in advance.
Avonvale Veterinary Centres is a multi-site veterinary practice (seven surgeries) that is RCVS-accredited and runs its own 24-hour emergency service. Based on the information available, the practice handles a mix of routine care and more involved work, with reviews referencing dental problems, breathing difficulties, X‑rays, and end-of-life care. Several owners describe being kept informed during appointments (including discussing treatment options and costs), but a small number report unexpected or unclear charges, including an X‑ray quote “over £700” that they say wasn’t explained in advance.
Riverside Veterinary Centre is an independent practice (established in 1997). The website describes a broad, general-practice setup with in-house diagnostics (including digital X‑ray, ultrasound, ECG, blood pressure and an in-house lab), theatre facilities, and a camera‑monitored recovery ward. Reviews most often describe long-term continuity of care (some owners mention 15–20 years with the clinic) and gentle handling—particularly with puppies and during end-of-life care. One recent review reports a serious negative experience, stating the practice would not see a dog in an emergency and the dog was in significant pain.
Riverside Veterinary Centre is an independent practice (established in 1997). The website describes a broad, general-practice setup with in-house diagnostics (including digital X‑ray, ultrasound, ECG, blood pressure and an in-house lab), theatre facilities, and a camera‑monitored recovery ward. Reviews most often describe long-term continuity of care (some owners mention 15–20 years with the clinic) and gentle handling—particularly with puppies and during end-of-life care. One recent review reports a serious negative experience, stating the practice would not see a dog in an emergency and the dog was in significant pain.
Our Score (75/100)
Vets4Pets Stratford is part of the Vets4Pets brand, with the website describing the practice as locally owned. Based on the clinic’s listed facilities (in‑house lab, operating theatre, digital X‑ray, ultrasound, separate dog & cat wards, isolation unit) and reviews mentioning a “large operation” with aftercare, it appears set up for both routine care and surgical work.
From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe
- •Clear, upfront explanations about options and implications (including around major procedures).
- •End-of-life support with specific keepsakes provided after euthanasia (paw prints, hair samples, condolence card).
- •A mixed picture for exotic pets (hamsters): one reviewer felt initial treatment helped, but later questioned the diagnosis and felt treatment options weren’t fully explored.
Vets4Pets Stratford is part of the Vets4Pets brand, with the website describing the practice as locally owned. Based on the clinic’s listed facilities (in‑house lab, operating theatre, digital X‑ray, ultrasound, separate dog & cat wards, isolation unit) and reviews mentioning a “large operation” with aftercare, it appears set up for both routine care and surgical work.
From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe
- •Clear, upfront explanations about options and implications (including around major procedures).
- •End-of-life support with specific keepsakes provided after euthanasia (paw prints, hair samples, condolence card).
- •A mixed picture for exotic pets (hamsters): one reviewer felt initial treatment helped, but later questioned the diagnosis and felt treatment options weren’t fully explored.
Browse by Speciality
Find vets by category in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire
Best Emergency Vets
2 clinics
24-hour and emergency veterinary care in the local area.
Best Dog & Cat Vets
4 clinics
Small animal vets for dogs, cats and companion vets
Best Specialist Vets
4 clinics
Advanced care, referral centres and specialised services
Best Farm Vets
1 clinic
Large animal vets for livestock, horses and farm animals
More Veterinary Practices in Stratford-upon-Avon
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Avonvale Veterinary Centres
Our Score (85/100)
Riverside Veterinary Centre
Our Score (78/100)
