
ANIMALISM is described by reviewers as an independent veterinary practice, with the clinic website showing a wide menu of routine care plus advanced procedures (including CT scans, dental X‑rays, laparoscopic spay, and TPLO surgery). The website also states the team will discuss options and provide treatment estimates, with prices listed excluding any prescribed medications. Recent reviews are mostly very positive about communication and the feeling that recommendations aren’t profit-led, but there is also a 1‑star review claiming the practice “changed hands” in January 2025 and alleging pressure toward unnecessary surgery—so experiences appear mixed on that point.
Concrete specifics owners mention include: vets advising on diet/food and general health during consults; managing the timing/dispensing of medication to reduce cost (e.g., asking an owner to return when a smaller quantity was available); and support during end-of-life care for an elderly cat.
Services explicitly listed on the clinic website include
What owners mention in reviews
(Reviews mention an owner using “£10 check up” vouchers at other practices, but no £ amount is stated as ANIMALISM’s own pricing.)
Named staff mentioned in reviews
Other people-related notes from reviews
Google rating: 4.8 stars from 158 reviews.
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 158 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
in the last week
Really good independent veterinary practice. I would recommend 100%
a month ago
a month ago
The best vet by far! Genuinely caring and not just out to make a profit like other chains.
a month ago
Local vet, who care and look after our pets really well. 👍
3 months ago
Animalism Vets are truly exceptional a vet who genuinely cares more about the animals than the money. They are one of the kindest, most caring, and understanding vets you could ever take your dog to. My dog is registered at multiple vets, as I like to shop around for the best prices when it comes to check ups I sometimes manage to get my hands on vouchers for £10 check ups etc since I don’t have a lot of money. Thankfully, my dog is very healthy and rarely needs to see a vet maybe once every couple of years. But whenever I do take her to Animalism, I know she is in the best hands possible I take her to animalise as opposed to other vets when she has a genuine health concern as I know the vets at animalise will treat her like their own pet and they put my mind at ease. They treat every animal with compassion and patience, and makes both the pets and their owners feel completely at ease. Out of all the vets I’ve known, they are the most genuine, kind, and caring. I always leave feeling reassured that my dog Rose is well looked after. I cannot recommend them highly enough they truly goes above and beyond for the animals they care for.
4 weeks ago
Animalism Vets are truly exceptional a vet who genuinely cares more about the animals than the money. They are one of the kindest, most caring, and understanding vets you could ever take your dog to. My dog is registered at multiple vets, as I like to shop around for the best prices when it comes to check ups I sometimes manage to get my hands on vouchers for £10 check ups etc since I don’t have a lot of money. Thankfully, my dog is very healthy and rarely needs to see a vet maybe once every couple of years. But whenever I do take her to Animalism, I know she is in the best hands possible I take her to animalise as opposed to other vets when she has a genuine health concern as I know the vets at animalise will treat her like their own pet and they put my mind at ease. They treat every animal with compassion and patience, and makes both the pets and their owners feel completely at ease. Out of all the vets I’ve known, they are the most genuine, kind, and caring. I always leave feeling reassured that my dog Rose is well looked after. I cannot recommend them highly enough they truly goes above and beyond for the animals they care for.
2 months ago
Been with Animalism for over 4 years with my little Milo. Exclent vets, staff and reception. They care for the animals and they look after them. A few days ago my daughter and I, met a new vet Dr Alex speaking Greek, the same language as me. Lovely personality, knowledgeable, pleasant and kind. Checked my Milo, advised us about his food and his health, very impressed. I Recommend the Animalism vet practice , thank you all. Mrs M Roberts
4 months ago
Not the same place anymore, they changed hands in January 2025. Sadly it just seems to be about money now and not our fur babies well being as it always used to be. Please be vigilant and do some research on whatever you're told if you carry on going here as the vet I saw wanted to carry out completely unnecessary Surgery on my dog. I will never go back.
a year ago
Could not recommend this veterinary surgery highly enough. They’ve always been kind and caring looking after my much loved cat over the years. When he was sick they really pulled out all the stops to give him the best treatment and care. Today sadly at 17 years old, he had to be put to sleep and again the team at Animalism were fantastic not just with my pet but with his blubbering mum! If you have a much loved pet I’d encourage you to use Animalism. Special thanks to Claire xx
a year ago
Took the cat with some ear problems. Was dealt with brilliantly by the super friendly and efficient team. They managed the medicine so it didn’t cost too much (advised to go back next day when a smaller version that we need would be available). We mentioned that we are looking into getting a dog and the vet provided us with a fact sheet they had authored, which across 2 pages of printed A4 paper, I learned the most valuable lessons as a dog novice. I’ll include here because this is great advice that everyone should see. What a brilliant practice and amazing people! Thank you.
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