About Veterinary Care in Norwich
Norwich has 24 veterinary clinics, with a strong average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 6,716 reviews. What stands out is the mix of choice and convenience: weekend opening is common, and emergency care is available locally, giving pet owners solid options for both routine appointments and urgent problems.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Veterinary Practice | 69/100 | — | 22 |
| Companion Care (Norwich Longwater) Ltd | 70/100 | — | 25 |
| Medivet Thorpe St Andrew | 70/100 | — | 16 |
Norwich is a reassuring town for pet owners because it combines depth of choice with consistently strong feedback. With this many clinics and this much review history, you are less likely to be choosing between a few lightly reviewed practices and more likely to find a vet that fits your pet, your location and your routine. The overall picture suggests a town with a broad service mix where routine care, preventive work and everyday pet health needs should be well covered, rather than a place with only a handful of obvious options.
Transparency is one of Norwich’s more useful strengths. A meaningful share of clinics publish prices, and the better-regarded options in the comparison all do enough on pricing to make pre-registration comparisons realistic. Those published fees sit from below average to average, which is encouraging if you want value without assuming the most visible choices will be the dearest. None of the current top listings are verified, which only means their listing details have not been confirmed by a registered user, not that there is a quality concern. Access is also a plus: weekend appointments are widely available and emergency or out-of-hours care exists locally, though late-evening choice is thinner, so weekday closing times still matter.
Start by separating routine care from urgent-care planning. For vaccinations, check-ups or repeat prescriptions, use the published pricing to compare a small shortlist, then weigh travel time, parking and weekend slots. For older pets, long-term conditions or anxious animals, read beyond headline ratings and look for reviews mentioning communication, continuity and calm handling. Before registering, call to confirm current fees, how emergencies are managed, and whether you will usually see the same team.
Overall, Norwich is one of the places where pet owners can afford to be choosy rather than settling for the first practice with space. The combination of broad choice, deep review history and decent transparency means you can match a clinic to your household routine and your pet’s temperament, instead of relying on reputation alone. The main thing to avoid is assuming every convenient option will suit you equally well; a quick check of availability, emergency arrangements and everyday costs will make the difference.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Norwich, Norfolk
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
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24 clinics
Bridge Veterinary Practice is a Norwich practice within CVS, offering routine, medical and surgical care, with in-house diagnostics, home visits, and an exotic animal GP service. Recent reviews continue to highlight quick access to appointments, pets being handled calmly, and a caring approach during both routine and difficult visits. Reviewers also mention the practice seeing less typical cases, including ferrets, guinea pigs and wild animals brought in. The practice says urgent cases are seen during normal hours, with out-of-hours care provided by a separate night-vet service.
Companion Care (Norwich Longwater) Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group. The practice is set up as a fully equipped small-animal clinic with in-house theatre and dentistry facilities, separate cat and dog wards plus isolation, an in-house lab and pharmacy, and imaging including digital X-ray and ultrasound. It offers both routine care and more advanced investigations and surgery, and recent feedback is largely very positive about the friendliness of the team and the care shown to pets and owners.
Medivet Thorpe St Andrew in Norwich is part of the Medivet group and is led by veterinary surgeon Gerhard Retief. The clinic is set up for routine and preventative care alongside in-practice diagnostics and common procedures, with the website listing 15-minute consultations, in-house lab work, X-rays, ultrasound, dentistry and neutering. Recent feedback highlights clear communication, consultations that do not feel rushed, calm handling of nervous pets, and a same-day appointment arranged for an elderly cat.
Companion Care (Norwich) Ltd is a Vets4Pets practice in Norwich with modern facilities for both routine care and more involved treatment. Website-listed services include orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery, dentistry with dental X-ray, and a broad range of in-house diagnostics. Recent feedback especially highlights compassionate end-of-life support, prompt help with urgent problems, and ongoing support for issues such as weight management.
Companion Care (Norwich Hall Road) Ltd is a Vets4Pets clinic in Norwich with a hospital-style set-up, including separate cat and dog wards, an isolation unit, in-house lab and pharmacy, and imaging such as digital X-ray and ultrasound. It offers both routine care and more advanced medical and surgical work. Recent feedback is especially positive about clear explanations, gentle handling, and a friendly front-desk team.
More Veterinary Practices in Norwich
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Bridge Veterinary Practice is a Norwich practice within CVS, offering routine, medical and surgical care, with in-house diagnostics, home visits, and an exotic animal GP service. Recent reviews continue to highlight quick access to appointments, pets being handled calmly, and a caring approach during both routine and difficult visits. Reviewers also mention the practice seeing less typical cases, including ferrets, guinea pigs and wild animals brought in. The practice says urgent cases are seen during normal hours, with out-of-hours care provided by a separate night-vet service.
Companion Care (Norwich Longwater) Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group. The practice is set up as a fully equipped small-animal clinic with in-house theatre and dentistry facilities, separate cat and dog wards plus isolation, an in-house lab and pharmacy, and imaging including digital X-ray and ultrasound. It offers both routine care and more advanced investigations and surgery, and recent feedback is largely very positive about the friendliness of the team and the care shown to pets and owners.
Medivet Thorpe St Andrew in Norwich is part of the Medivet group and is led by veterinary surgeon Gerhard Retief. The clinic is set up for routine and preventative care alongside in-practice diagnostics and common procedures, with the website listing 15-minute consultations, in-house lab work, X-rays, ultrasound, dentistry and neutering. Recent feedback highlights clear communication, consultations that do not feel rushed, calm handling of nervous pets, and a same-day appointment arranged for an elderly cat.
Companion Care (Norwich) Ltd is a Vets4Pets practice in Norwich with modern facilities for both routine care and more involved treatment. Website-listed services include orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery, dentistry with dental X-ray, and a broad range of in-house diagnostics. Recent feedback especially highlights compassionate end-of-life support, prompt help with urgent problems, and ongoing support for issues such as weight management.
Companion Care (Norwich Hall Road) Ltd is a Vets4Pets clinic in Norwich with a hospital-style set-up, including separate cat and dog wards, an isolation unit, in-house lab and pharmacy, and imaging such as digital X-ray and ultrasound. It offers both routine care and more advanced medical and surgical work. Recent feedback is especially positive about clear explanations, gentle handling, and a friendly front-desk team.
Medivet Catton in Norwich is part of the Medivet group and is managed by partner and veterinary surgeon Hanneke Kruger. The practice offers 15-minute consultations and on-site diagnostics including an in-house laboratory, X-rays and ultrasound, supporting both routine care and further investigation when needed. Recent feedback continues to highlight a friendly, patient approach with nervous pets and clear communication during procedures.
Medivet Hellesdon is part of the Medivet group and offers routine veterinary care alongside more advanced in-practice diagnostics and procedures, including imaging, endoscopy and orthopaedic surgery. The clinic is listed as an ISFM cat-friendly clinic and a veterinary nurse training facility. It treats common household pets as well as exotics, and the website states out-of-hours care is provided via Norwich Night Vet (Taverham Vets).
Community Pet Clinic appears to operate in a Jollyes store setting rather than as a standalone independent practice. It offers veterinary care for dogs, cats, birds, small pets, reptiles and fish, with out-of-hours emergencies directed to an external provider when the store is closed. Recent feedback is mixed: some owners say the appointment itself was fine, while others report frustration with strict vaccination timing and an online-led booking process.
Westover Vets Ltd in Norwich provides routine and preventative care, advanced diagnostics, complex surgery, and urgent veterinary help. The clinic also offers 24-hour inpatient support and treats a wider range of species than many small-animal practices, including dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, tortoises, and lizards. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Rowan House Vets is a veterinary practice in Norwich with a modern, spacious setting, and reviewers mention separate areas for cats and dogs. Feedback consistently highlights calm, kind communication, especially when pets need surgery or follow-up care. Owners also mention practical support with ongoing treatments and paperwork, alongside a welcoming atmosphere for both pets and people.
Taverham Veterinary Practice Ltd is a Norwich practice that is part of IVC Evidensia. The practice offers 24/7 emergency care, small animal medicine, in-clinic diagnostics, and a rehabilitation centre with hydrotherapy and physiotherapy. Recent feedback is largely very positive, especially for compassionate emergency help, friendly communication, and calm handling of routine and end-of-life care, though a small number of reviewers raise concerns about charges and medication policy.
Eaton Veterinary Practice Ltd is a Norwich practice within the IVC Evidensia group. Owners regularly highlight quick access to appointments, clear explanations of treatment options and next steps, and a welcoming, clean environment. Recent feedback also points to calm handling of cats and dogs and compassionate support during end-of-life care.
Taverham Vets Bure Valley is part of the wider Taverham Vets practice, which includes a veterinary hospital and branch surgeries in the area. The practice offers 24/7 emergency cover through the wider group, and its website also highlights rehabilitation facilities including hydrotherapy and physiotherapy, plus a luxury cattery. Recent reviews are consistently very positive, with owners most often praising kind handling, clear advice, and a friendly, non-judgmental approach.
Onca Vets Ltd is an independent veterinary practice in Norwich offering small animal care ranging from routine preventive work to surgery, dental care and diagnostics. Clinic information also lists repeat prescriptions, Animal Health Certificates, physiotherapy, and a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback consistently points to a personal, honest approach and caring handling of pets and owners.
Willow Veterinary Clinic is an RCVS-accredited general practice established in 1991. It offers routine first-opinion care alongside in-practice procedures, diagnostics, and some exotic and small-pet work. Reviews also suggest it operates within a wider multi-branch group, with calls sometimes diverted between practices.
Holistic Vet Norfolk in Norwich is led by Dr Shelagh Pitt, a veterinary surgeon described on the website as having more than 25 years in practice. The clinic focuses on a holistic, individualised approach for dogs and cats, with a strong emphasis on calm home-based care. Recent feedback continues to centre on peaceful in-home euthanasia, alongside holistic consultations that look at behaviour and health together and may include herbs, oils and acupuncture.
The Mayers Veterinary Clinic in Norwich is a small animal clinic and a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback highlights a friendly, personal approach, with owners often favourably contrasting it with larger corporate-style practices. Examples mentioned include emergency cat care, stitching a badly cut paw, routine booster and check-up appointments, and thoughtful communication during stressful or bereavement-related visits.
Willow Veterinary Clinic in Norwich is a CVS-owned practice offering first-opinion care for dogs, cats, rabbits, and a wider range of small pets including reptiles, birds, and backyard poultry. Website information indicates a broad service range including diagnostics, surgery, nurse clinics, home visits, and internal medicine referrals, with out-of-hours emergencies handled by Norwich Night Vets. Recent feedback is mixed: some owners praise calm, reassuring care during operations and for nervous pets, while others report reception and follow-up problems.
Three Rivers Vets is a Norwich practice within the IVC Evidensia group. It offers both routine care and urgent same-day appointments, with owners describing quick help for problems such as seizures and other acute issues. Recent feedback remains mixed overall: many reviews praise the friendly team, prompt access and considerate handling of anxious pets, while a small number of recent complaints raise concerns about examination quality, handling and cost.
Taverham Vets Longwater is part of a wider practice that includes a veterinary hospital with modern facilities and specialist equipment, two branch surgeries, a rehabilitation centre for hydrotherapy and physiotherapy, and a luxury cattery. The practice says it provides 24/7 support through a dedicated emergency service. Recent feedback is very positive, with owners often highlighting a friendly, calm approach and clear explanations.
Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership is a five-branch IVC Evidensia practice with a history going back more than 100 years, caring for companion animals as well as livestock and equine patients. Recent feedback is strongly positive, with reviewers highlighting welcoming staff, efficient appointments and caring treatment across dogs, cats and horses. One older review raised concerns about cost and billing clarity.
Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership is a long-established five-branch practice in Norwich that says it has served local pet owners for more than 100 years, and it is part of IVC Evidensia. The practice offers routine appointments as well as urgent care, with clinic information also listing emergency veterinary services and a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback is mixed but often praises the kindness of the vets, nurses and reception team, while some clients raise concerns about medication costs, billing clarity and administration around the Pet Health Club.
Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership in Norwich is part of IVC Evidensia. Reviews describe a friendly, caring practice where owners feel listened to and explanations are clear, with several saying they were seen quickly when concerns came up. Most recent feedback is very positive, although one reviewer reports difficulties with appointment availability and collecting repeat medication.
Pet Behaviour Practice appears to focus on practical dog behaviour support rather than routine veterinary care. Reviews describe Carol working with dogs and owners through home visits, Zoom consultations, and behaviour-focused walking sessions, with an emphasis on real-life handling, confidence-building, and clear techniques owners can keep using between sessions. Some reviewers refer to Carol as running “Petopia,” which may be a related or previous name.
