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Exeter Vets4Pets

Inside Pets at Home
Unit 2 Rydon Lane Retail Park
Exeter
Devon
EX2 7HX
01392 266 860

Open Today 08:00 - 19:00

Normal Opening Hours

  • Monday  - 
  • Tuesday  - 
  • Wednesday  - 
  • Thursday  - 
  • Friday  - 
  • Saturday  - 
  • Sunday  - 

Holiday Opening Hours

Christmas Eve

  • Tuesday 24 Dec  - 

Christmas Day

  • Wednesday 25 Dec Closed

Boxing Day

  • Thursday 26 Dec Closed

New Years Eve

  • Tuesday 31 Dec  - 

New Years Day

  • Wednesday 01 Jan Closed

Christmas and New Year Hours

On Christmas Eve and New Years Eve, we're open 08:00 until 17:00, our phones and inpatients will go over to our out of hours provider from 17:00. We are closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

Support line

For advice and support when the practice is closed, please call 0333 332 4471 and speak to our qualified veterinary team. Our out of hours vet provider can be found here by clicking the link.

We've made it easier to contact us

Now you can use WhatsApp to chat to a member of our team at a time that is convenient for you. You can order products such as flea & worm treatment, request appointments and easily order and pay for treatments or repeat prescriptions. Just save our phone number in your contacts - 07862129011

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Advanced services

We have invested considerably in our team and kit to make a number of advanced services available to our clients. We also accept referrals from other practices.

Orthopaedics

Our veterinary team have undertaken advanced training to allow us to perform orthopaedic surgery in our practice. If your pet develops an abnormality involving their skeleton or joints, such as elbow dysplasia, a patella (kneecap) that gets stuck, or a torn cruciate ligament, an orthopaedic procedure may help them.

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Physiotherapy

Problems involving the musculoskeletal, nervous systems and balance can be helped by physiotherapy. It can also aid in recovery from injury or surgery and with pain management. At Vets4Pets, we can arrange for physiotherapy to be part of your pet’s multi-modal treatment plan. 

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Laser therapy

Laser therapy is non-painful and involves directing infra-red radiation into inflamed or damaged tissues to accelerate the body’s natural healing process. It is often used for musculoskeletal issues such as arthritis, but the benefits of laser have been suggested for a range of conditions.

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Meet the team

Bronwen Gill Exeter

Bronwen Gill

Veterinary Surgeon

BSc BVMS MRCVS

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Bronwen qualified from Murdoch University in Western Australia in 2001. She worked in mixed practice for three years and then spent four years in Greece doing sea turtle conservation. She holds a postgraduate certificate in conservation medicine. Bronwen enjoys medicine and dentistry. Bronwen has a British Shorthair called Murphy. In her spare time Bronwen, likes hiking, yoga and the theatre.

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Katie Lenton

Veterinary Surgeon

BVSc CertSAS MRCVS

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After qualifying in 2001, Katie worked in mixed then small animal practice, quickly developing an interest in all aspects of small animal surgery.

She gained her Certificate in Small Animal Surgery in 2007 and became a RCVS recognised Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery. She has many years experience in first opinion and referral practice.

‘Advanced Practitioner’ is an official recognition of a veterinary surgeon's particular knowledge and skills. The list of Advanced Practitioners provides a clear indication of those veterinary surgeons who the RCVS have accredited at postgraduate certificate level (Masters level 7) who have demonstrated knowledge and experience in a particular area of veterinary practice beyond their initial primary veterinary degree, and who have also confirmed that they are up to date in their field over and above the minimum requirements for continuing professional development.

It is important to understand that Advanced Practitioners are not RCVS/European Specialists and there will be cases where referral to a tertiary referral centre is more appropriate.

 

 

 

 

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Nicholas Lloyd

Veterinary Surgeon

BVSc MRCVS

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After qualifying at Bristol University, I joined and then became a partner in a  mixed practice in Newton Abbot, where I worked for 18 years developing an interest in small animal dermatology.
 
Outside of clinical practice I have developed an interest in veterinary politics and technology serving as President of the Society of Practicing Veterinary Surgeons. 
During my limited time away from clinical practice, my interests are sailing, dancing, and spending time with my growing family. 
 
 

 
 
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Turlough Adley

Lead Veterinary Surgeon

DrMedVet, MRCVS

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Turlough graduated in 2012 and has been working in the UK ever since. Starting out in mixed practice he soon found his love of surgery and started focusing on small animals. 

He has worked in a variety of practices and hospitals and for the past 2 years worked as an emergency night vet. Turlough took the Leave Vet role at Exeter vets4pets in January 2023 after a period of locum work at the practice. Living local in Exeter he is looking forward to helping the team develop their talents to provide the best service possible to all our clients and patients. 

Outside of work he will be spending time with his family or usually doing some sort of fitness, from coaching or competing in CrossFit to triathlons, sailing or other watersports.

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Emily Staunton

Vet

BVSc MRCVS

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Emily graduated from Bristol University in 2021. Since then, she has worked in a small animal medicine practice in Bristol whilst also volunteering with RSPCA shelter animals. She then volunteered for a charity in Fiji providing veterinary care for the stray animal population. 
 
Although Emily loves the canine and feline side of veterinary medicine, she has two guinea pigs and is very passionate about small mammal medicine and husbandry. Emily's main focus is always promoting animal welfare and reducing stress in the practice for the patients as much as possible. 
 
In her spare time, Emily sings in a cover band with her brothers and enjoys going to gigs and music festivals. Whenever it is sunny, she will be found reading on the beach.
Kirsty Hensby Exeter

Mrs Kirsty Smith

Business Manager, RVN ( Registered Veterinary Nurse), Pet Bereavement practitioner / Feline & Canine Behaviour, Clinical Coach, Mental Health First Aider (Mental Health First Aid England )

RVN, NCert Dent, Mental Health First Aider MHFAE, NHS RCVS Leadership, Management & Clinical Coach

Read Mrs Kirsty Smith bio

I came over to the Vet Group in May 2018 as Business Manager, my previous experience was Head Nurse & Practice Manager of a Multi site veterinary surgery gaining them RCVS GP Accreditation. Myself and Head Nurse Jenna Holly worked hard to get Exeter through this accreditation and have been awarded GP Accreditation. 

I have interests in Dentistry, Surgery, Radiography and Medical inpatient care. I have a special interest in the wellbeing of our clients and am also a Pet Bereavement Support Practitioner enabling me to support clients through difficult times.

Having gained qualifications in Animal Behaviour & Bereavement, I have also gained an NHS RCVS leadership qualification, completed my Advance Certificate in Dentistry gaining NCert in dentistry and I have started an Emergency and Critical Care Certificate. I am also a Mental Health First Aider with Mental Health First Aid England ( MHFAE ). 

I am the Director of the Exeter branch leading a large team of Client Care Assistants, Admin Team, Veterinary Surgeons, Animal Care Assistants, Student Veterinary Nurses and Registered Veterinary Nurses.

I have a daughter called Summer, husband Luke and an Alaskan Malamute Dog. Sadly, I lost my beloved dog Kita recently. I took on and helped save a sick bearded dragon in September 2024 and now have a bearded dragon called Finn who is now apart of our family. 

I enjoy working with Sled Dogs and was part of the Emergency Sled Dog Veterinary team at the British Sled Dog sports federation events at the Forest of Dean ensuing the wellbeing of the dogs health and am part of the International Sled Dog Veterinary Medical Association.

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Jenna Holly

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN & Clinical Coach

Read Jenna Holly bio

Previously from Bristol i qualified in 2006. In 2017 i came down to Devon to work for Vets4pets Exeter where i became Head Nurse. I have a Rottweiler and a terrier and you can guess who the boss is. 

I have a passion in anesthesia and dentistry and enjoy my job overall. in my spare time i love being outdoors, paddle boarding, dog walking and amongst nature. 

 

Jenny Frayne Exeter

Jenny Frayne

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I am Jenny Frayne RVN. I have been a qualified nurse since 2018 but have been working for Vets 4 Pets Exeter since 2013, starting out as an animal care assistant before going on to complete my veterinary nursing diploma. I currently have no pets but am looking to adopt an elderly rescue cat at some point in the future.

Outside of work I love to travel and visit new places.

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Carolyn Edwards

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2008 and since then have worked in a mix of first opinion and referral practices. Outside of work, I volunteer for a sighthound rescue charity and have adopted Greyhounds from them.

Sophie Letten Exeter

Sophie Letten

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN & Mental Health First Aider MHFAE

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Hi my name is Sophie Letten and I am a Registered Veterinary Nurse at Vets4Pets Exeter. I have been with this practice since 2016 and have been fully qualified as a nurse since 2021. I love all aspects of nursing but my particular interests include inpatient care, laboratory work and pharmacology.

In my spare time I like to paddleboard, practice yoga and spending quality time with friends and family.

At home, I have four dogs: a crossbreed named Millie, three miniature dachshunds named Martha, Willow and Bonnie and a Syrian hamster named Wilbur

Susie Huxtable Exeter

Susie Huxtable

Registered Veterinary Nurse & Client Care Advisor

RVN & CCA

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Hi, I'm Susie , a newcomer to the vets4pets family here in Rydon Lane (starting in 2019). I have been nursing in the UK & Middle East for around 20 years. Recently I enjoyed a few temporary shifts with this amazing team and am delighted to be a permanent member. In my spare time I love the outdoors, swimming & campervanning, and often combine this with hitching the trailer & staying at shows and dressage events with my daughter & our horse 'creation'.

In May 2022 Susie came over to work with the Client Care Advisors and support the team with her Nursing knowledge on the front desk. 

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Jayne Pettitt

Deputy Head Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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My name is Jayne and I am still new to the team having joined in October 21 as a locum and I loved it so much I am now a permanent member of the team and very excited to be the Deputy Head nurse.  I am extremely passionate about my profession, especially when it comes to animal welfare and I am hoping in the future to specialise in Surgical nursing.

In my spare time I am an aesthetics practitioner and am kept busy by my 2 Boerboels Doris & Ernie, who also love coming into work and getting lots of cuddles from my colleagues 

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Student Veterinary Nurse

SVN

SVN

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We also have one Student Veterinary Nurse about to take her Exams 

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Kirsten Lovell

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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Hi my name is Kirsten I have been a qualified veterinary nurse since 2021. I am currently working on a diploma for canine massage and hope to become fully qualified as a physiotherapist to do alongside my nursing. 
In my spare time I am kept very busy by my three cocker spaniels, and enjoy a variety of hobbies and crafts including surfing, paddleboarding, crochet, and many more!

 

Helen Kay

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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We are please to announce Helen Kay who started with us in September 2024

 

Hi, I’m Helen a Registered Veterinary Nurse and I’m so happy to be part of such an amazing team at Vets4Pets Exeter. I started my veterinary nurse training in New Zealand and I went on to qualify, after studying at Bicton College.

 
I love all aspects of veterinary nursing and I have a real passion for monitoring anaesthesia during surgery. I am hoping to complete certificates in anaesthesia and surgical nursing in the future. 
 
I am very passionate about animal welfare and wildlife conservation. I have volunteered at the RSPCA, an animal sanctuary and a hedgehog rescue centre. In my spare time, I love helping hedgehogs that need nursing, rehabilitation and return them to the wild when they are better. I also enjoy spending time with my daughter, friends and family, going to the gym, paddle boarding, running and going for lovely walks. 
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Nicola Daw

Client Care Advisor

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Nicola joined 2013 to cover maternity leave and ended up becoming a permanent member. Completed a HND in Animal Nursing and Management at Bicton College in partnership with University of Plymouth. Lives in Exeter with partner and daughter and Leopard Gecko called Mushu.

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Nicky Kerswell

Client Care Advisor

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Nicky has been with Vets4Pets since May 2010. Her background is in managing pubs and restaurants. She rehomed a stray cat that was brought into the surgery, needing a home which is now called Button. Her hobbies include swimming, DIY and gardening.

Jenna PeaseExeter

Jenna Pease

Client Care Advisor & SQP

SQP, Bronze BVRA

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After 8 years of working at Pets At Home, I was ready for a new challenge and joined Vets 4 Pets in 2019. I have gained a vast amount of knowledge from working in the shop and I am also SQP trained , so I can sell some types of licensed Flea and worm medications .
I enjoying walks along the river and spending time with family and friends .

At home I have an English bull terrier called Fergus, two guinea pigs , a hamster and a rabbit, who all keep me very busy :)

Sam Cox Exeter

Sam Cox

Practice Administrator and Client Care Advisor

Mental Health First Aider MHFAE

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Hi my name is Sam, I have worked for companion care / vets4pets Exeter since June 2007 on reception and now as practice administrator and a client care advisor.

I love all the pets that come into us and have had the pleasure and privilege to see lots go from bouncy pups and kittens up into their twilight years and getting to know there wonderful mums and dad's too. 

As well as my job here I have 2 lively boys at home, a husband and most importantly 2 Rex rabbits called Bubblegum and Dumbo.

I have always loved rabbits and have had many French lops over the years I have also had many other pets including a rescue chinchilla called Murphy who I had for over 22 years.

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Georgia Hawkins

Reception Manager

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I have always had a passion for animals, I was previously a dog walker in Exeter and was looking to further my career in animal care so started with the Vets4Pets team in January 2023. It’s nice to still see some of my dog walking pups as clients here in the practice. At home I have an English Springer Spaniel called Buddy & 3 cats Toby, Felix, and Oakley who take up a lot of my time! 

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Chelsea Wakeham

Client Care Advisor

CCA

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I joined Vets4Pets team in January 2022, I had previously worked in retail so wanted a new challenge where everyday is different. It's lovely to work within such a supportive and helpful team. I love seeing all the different pets walk through the door everyday and its lovely to be able to see familiar faces with our clients and their pets.

At home I have 2 dogs, a Cockapoo called Eddie and a Mioritic Shepherd, called Nellie that we rescued from Romania in 2020.

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Bronwen Unstead

Client Care Advisor

CCA

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Bronwen joined the Vets for Pets team in April 2021.  She has previous veterinary reception, retail and merchandising experience. Her special interests include pet nutrition, pet bereavement and support. Everyday it is a joy to see the wonderful dogs, cats, bunnies, guinea pigs and occasionally a few glorious rats who visit the practice. Spare time is spent exploring and phthumbnail_IMG_5117.jpgotographing the lovely countryside.

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Surangrak Naraipratan

Client Care Advisor

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My name is Marie and I am from Bangkok Thailand where I studied Veterinary Medicine. I then came to the UK to study a masters at the University of Exeter in 2021. I started working for Vets4Pets in January 2023. I love working with animals and being around them all day gives me happiness. 

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Phillipa Searle

Client Care Advisor

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My name is Pippa and I joined Vets4Pets in June of 2023. I live with my partner and Shetland Sheepdog mix called Arlo who is a bit bonkers! I also have two other dogs and two cats who live with my parents. I have previous experience working in the food industry and before starting at Vets4Pets, I worked as a Mental Health Support Worker in a locked rehab for females. Whilst working in the locked rehab, I had the pleasure of supporting some wonderful ladies with complex mental health conditions and gained invaluable experience along the way. I came to Vets4Pets after deciding that I wanted to work with animals & haven’t regretted it one bit. I love seeing all of the wonderful pets who come in and I look forward to seeing where this new journey leads me!

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Carli

Client Care Advisor

CCA

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My name is Carli and I started working at Vets for Pets in November 2023.My background involves being a Registered Nurse for over 20 years, working with all age groups from 0-104 years.I retired from nursing in 2018 wanting new challenges and new experiences. And here I am at Vets for Pets, assisting in caring for people and their furry families. My ultimate goal in life is helping others. My hobbies are in horse-riding, skiing, MMA and reading.

I am a mum of 3 boys, a wife to my lovely husband. I have a history of owning, caring and adopting many animals including, sheep, horses, cows, rheas, pigs, ducks, chickens, geese, lizards, cats, dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs.

My furry family now consists of 2 dogs – a German Shephard and Cocker Spaniel, along with 9 guinea pigs.

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Vets4Pets Exeter is committed to bringing you affordable, high quality Veterinary care via a modern, well equipped practice, including an in house lab, pharmacy, digital x-ray, Laser Machine, and ultrasound. Plus, Free on site car parking too!

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Services

  • Emergency cover
    Even if we are closed, we have your pet covered.
  • Open 7 Days a Week
    We are open 7 days a week.
  • Airway Surgery
    Airway Surgery
  • Anaesthesia
    General anaesthetic enables us to perform many procedures kindly and safely for your pet.

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  • Bereavement Support
    Making the decision to say goodbye to your pet is one of the toughest you’ll ever make. Pets provide us with unconditional love, friendship and comfort, so it is normal to have intense or conflicting emotions when it comes to euthanasia. At Vets4Pets we’re here for you and your pet for every step of your journey together.
  • Biochemistry
    Allows an assessment of the functionality of a patients organs.
  • Blood Pressure Monitor
    Used to measure the range of blood pressure as a preventative treatment to identify early signs of systemic hypertension.
  • Blood Transfusion
    Treats many critically ill cats and dogs and our pioneering blood donor programme helps keep them alive.
  • Cruciate Surgery
    Surgery to repair damaged stifle ligaments.
  • Dental X-Ray
    Unlike humans, dogs need to be under general anesthesia for dental X-rays. Anesthesia is considered to be a safe procedure and will be performed after a general examination. It is tailored to the individual and your dog is continuously monitored during the dental exam.
  • Dentistry
    The treatment and prevention of dental disease
  • Digital X-Ray
    Digital X ray equipment is available.
  • Ear Surgery
    Ear Surgery service is available to keep your pet free from any infections.
  • ECG
    ECG is also available to keep your pet's heart healthy.
  • Echocardiography (heart scans)
    Generates a 2D moving image of your pet's heart.
  • Electrolyte
    Enables the assessment of critical blood chemicals such as sodium and potassium.
  • Endoscopy
    Enables us to capture real-time images of internal organs and structures using an endoscope.
  • Exotic Pet
    Can see a range of patients, from small animals through to reptiles.
  • Fracture Repair
    Orthopaedic surgery to correct broken bones.
  • Haematology – Blood testing
    Allows the assessment of a patient's blood and blood cells.
  • Health Plans
    Designed to cover all the regular pet care essentials such as vaccinations and flea and worm prevention, whilst saving you money.
  • Home Visits
    If you can’t make it us, we will come to you. We offer routine home visit for pets who don’t like to leave the house or clients who are unable to visit us. (Additional costs may occur)
  • Hospital Ward
    Suite of custom-built kennels for the housing and monitoring of in-patients.
  • In house blood transfusions
    In house blood transfusions
  • In-house Laboratory
    A range of analytical tests and equipment to assist in the rapid diagnosis of illness.
  • Isolation Unit
    A special ward to care for animals with contagious diseases.
  • Laser Treatment
    Therapeutic laser therapy.
  • Medication
    Medication
  • Microchipping
    A microchip can help retrieve lost pets
  • Nurse Clinic
    Appointments with a highly qualified nurse which can cover anything from nutrition and fitness advice, grooming techniques, to pet socialisation classes.
  • Late Opening Times
    Late Opening Times
  • Operating Theatre
    An operating theatre with gaseous anaesthetic facility for surgical procedures.
  • Orthopaedics
    Surgery of joints and bones.
  • Oxygen Chamber
    Enables us to provide supplemental oxygen when needed.
  • Pet Passport / Animal Health Certificate
    Trained Official Veterinarian vets to issue Pet Passports, Fit to Fly letters and rabies serology tests.
  • Physiotherapy
    Supports your pets' strength and mobility.
  • Prescriptions
    We can provide written prescriptions upon request.
  • Separated Dog & Cat Wards and Isolation Units
    Separate cat and dog hospital wards, designed to ensure your pet is kept in a comfortably stress free environment.
  • Small Mammal Medicine and Surgery
    Small Mammal Medicine and Surgery
  • Soft Tissue
    Surgical procedures involving the soft tissues such as ears and skin.
  • Tonopen - Eye Pressure Testing
    Measures eye pressure.
  • Ultrasound
    Generates 2-D moving images of your pet’s internal organs at work.
  • Weight Clinic
    Monitoring clinic to help dogs and cats achieve optimal weights – both if they have been under or overweight
  • X-Ray
    Generates digital 2D images of bones and internal organs.
  • X-Ray & Ultrasound
    X-Ray & Ultrasound

Practice accreditations

  • RCVS accreditation EDITED
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Health Plans

Health Plan

Complete Care Junior

From £15.99* per month
Expert veterinary care, plus lots of support and tailored advice for your puppy or kitten, in an affordable and convenient way.
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Health Plan

Complete Care

From £9.99* per month
Save over £300† on routine healthcare
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Health Plan

Complete Care Plus

From £19.99* per month
Our most comprehensive plan for dogs and cats
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Health Plans

Flea & Worm Pack

Protect your pet and your pocket!
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Out of hours

Eves Veterinary Emergency Service
Eves Veterinary Hospital
Saint David's Station
Exeter
EX4 4NT

Telephone: 01392 284217

Out-of-hours emergency consultation fees apply. Fees start from: 10pm-6am: £246 | Weekend/Bank Holiday: £185.50

Your pet’s flea and worm preventative treatment delivered to your door

We are now offering our Complete Care Health Plan clients flea and worm preventative treatments delivered safely to your door. Please contact us to find out more.