Two golden retriever puppies

Rackheath Vets

#5 Vet in Norwich, Norfolk

4.8
Independent Clinic

Rackheath Vets – Vets in Norwich

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic

Clinic Overview

Rackheath Vets is an independent small-animal clinic, and the information available suggests it’s set up for both routine care and urgent same-day work-ups. The website lists services such as in-house referrals, surgery, and out-of-hours care, and recent reviews repeatedly describe dogs being seen urgently with diagnostics (scans and blood tests) and a treatment plan within hours. Owners also mention clear cost communication (estimates provided before work is done) and a facility layout that separates cats and dogs/other animals in the waiting area.

Services

Based on the clinic website summary and the latest reviews, Rackheath Vets offers

  • General veterinary care for dogs, cats, and rabbits
  • Emergency appointments and out-of-hours care (listed on the clinic website)
  • Diagnostics mentioned in reviews: scans and blood tests as part of urgent investigations
  • Surgery (website) including spay surgery (mentioned in reviews)
  • Dental care (website)
  • Vaccinations (website)
  • Microchipping for cats (website)
  • Animal Health Certificates (website)
  • Nurse clinics (website)
  • Puppy parties (website)
  • Repeat prescriptions and insurance support (website)
  • In-house referral service (website)
  • Listed specialties on the website: veterinary physiotherapist and small animal dermatology

People

Named team members mentioned by reviewers

  • Jade (vet): described as “excellent & caring” during a first visit after transferring from another practice.
  • Natalie (vet): praised for being informative about kitten care and for involving children during the appointment.
  • Owen: named in relation to a dog’s spay.

Across multiple reviews, owners specifically point to

  • Reception staff being welcoming and helpful during registration and appointments.
  • Clinicians listening to concerns and continuing trials for ongoing skin problems in a cat (suggesting structured follow-up rather than a one-off visit).
  • Up-front estimates provided before tests and procedures (mentioned during an emergency work-up and subsequent operation).

Reviews

Google rating: 4.8 stars from 172 reviews.

  • Same-day urgent care and fast diagnostics: owners describe being seen the same day, with scans, blood tests, other checks, and a plan (including antibiotics) put in place quickly; one review mentions a diagnosis within ~3 hours.
  • Clear communication about costs: one owner notes being given an estimate at every step before work was undertaken.
  • Support through emergencies and surgery: reviews mention a dog becoming suddenly very unwell, multiple follow-up visits, and an operation, alongside ongoing advice and reassurance.
  • Facility experience: one review highlights a spacious, very clean reception area with a separate area for cats and dogs/other domestic animals.
  • Not pushing unnecessary visits: one owner reports being reassured they didn’t need to bring their dog in, specifically to avoid spending money unnecessarily.
  • Taking on unusual cases: one review says the clinic took over care of an injured pigeon someone found.

Special Services

Vet Nurse Training

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