Goddard Veterinary Group Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Considering 456 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for being friendly, caring, and having a professional, compassionate approach to their duties, making every visit reassuring. People appreciate how the team listens attentively, explains complex treatments clearly, and offers dedicated care to their pets. However, some customers also mentioned concerns about the pricing structure, finding that veterinary costs and medication expenses are quite high. A few other people also felt that quoted prices can change upon arrival or that certain procedures, like prescription printing, involve unexpectedly high fees.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had an excellent experience for our cat’s annual check up. Like most cats, ours becomes anxious going to/being at the vets, but Ralph (the vet who conducted the session) was wonderful with him. Had... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It's always a great experience with our Italian vet at Acton branch. As usual we were served really quickly and swiftly, my beloved kittie got her yearly vaccinations and dewormer and off we went! Lit... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alex at Epsom Downs surgery is an amazing vet. He is so caring of any animal you take to see him and goes above and beyond to ensure that the experience is a positive one. He takes time to fully expla... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Seen at appointment time and very friendly reception. Lady vet very friendly and we were not rushed, given helpfull advice where required. Would recommend this vets as they have always treated all our... See more

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  1. Veterinarian
  2. Emergency Veterinarian Service

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We are dedicated to caring for your pet’s healthcare needs from our network of branches and flagship 24-hour hospitals. Our skilled veterinary surgeons are assisted by knowledgeable and friendly staff helping us set the standards for excellence in veterinary care. You will see the RCVS Accredited Practice logo displayed in all our branches and hospitals. This is a voluntary scheme overseen by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and demonstrates that we maintain the highest standards of veterinary care across the entire practice.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Five Stars

I gave a five star because again I found the service to be excellent. My cat started limping. Hence a visit to the vet. She was given a thorough examination. Nothing serious found! But the vet was very caring and assuring. So I left the appointment with no worries.

7 July 2026
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Thank you very much

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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I would like to thank the entire team for their professional and compassionate care. They treated my cat with great kindness and patience, took the time to answer all of my questions, and explained everything clearly. I truly appreciated their calm, caring approach and felt that my pet was in good hands throughout the visit. Thank you for your excellent care and dedication.

6 July 2026
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Reply from Goddard Veterinary Group

We're delighted to have been of service! Thank you very much for recommending us, it is always nice to hear such nice words about what we do.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent and efficient service from…

Excellent and efficient service from all staff. I had an emergency with my cat. They did everything to take him for a consultation. The practitioners were very efficient and professional. Highly recommended

4 July 2026
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Excellent to hear and we are very appreciative of your recommendation - thank you

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Cruel

Great on Tuesday, but a different vet couldn't care less on Saturday. Refused to carry out or even book the procedure two other vets said Peggy Sue needed. To make matters worse she left our dog without any more pain relief.

4 July 2026
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Reply from Goddard Veterinary Group

Hello, we are very sorry to read your feedback and do so with concern. We would like the opportunity to investigate your experience which we cannot do via TrustPilot. Would you please complete our complaints form, the link to
which is at the bottom of our website pages in the complaints policy section (goddardvetgroup.co.uk) and it will be sent to an investigating manager who will seek to investigate and resolve your concerns. Once again, we are sorry to hear that you have not had a good experience at your most recent visit.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very Professional Service

The attention Peter the vet gave to my half Bengal cat Libby. He calmed her down immediately for her annual vaccination.

2 July 2026
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Thank you for your 5 star review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sponge is always given the very best of…

Sponge is always given the very best of care when we visit. They are always happy to listen to any concerns ad advise us and we are extremely happy with the vets and their caring manner.

4 July 2026
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Thank you very much

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Misquoted, Overcharged, and Left My Elderly Parents Confused

I work long hours thus asked my elderly parents to call and arrange flea treatment for my two cats on my behalf. My mum phoned and was quoted £120 for three months of flea treatment for two cats, including flea spray. I thought the price was high but accepted it because it supposedly included everything.

When my dad arrived to pay he was told they had no idea what he was talking about. Suddenly the price increased by an additional £2.50 per cat, and the flea spray my mum had specifically been told was included was now apparently an extra £37. They now wanted £162.

It’s unacceptable to quote one price over the phone and then change it when an elderly customer arrives to collect and pay. If the original quote was incorrect that should have been acknowledged and handled professionally rather than leaving my parents confused and embarrassed.

My cats were only examined a couple of months ago so no consultation was required. Despite that the price for flea treatment alone was so high that it would actually be cheaper to register with another vet, pay for a consultation there and obtain the treatment elsewhere. They was also reluctant to write a written prescription without delay, and the price for a written prescription exceeded the “set” price outlined on their website.

Unfortunately this has completely undermined my confidence in the practice. Clear consistent pricing and honest communication should be the minimum standard, especially when dealing with elderly customers.

It’s also disappointing to see how expensive medicines have become at many large corporate veterinary groups. Goddard Veterinary Group is part of VetPartners, which is owned by the private equity firm BC Partners. While ownership alone doesn’t determine how a practice treats its clients, this experience left me feeling that value for customers was not a priority.

Roll on a few months time when they finally cap the price in the uk for writren prescriptions so we can order online without being ripped off.

3 July 2026
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Reply from Goddard Veterinary Group

Hello, we're very sorry to read of your dissatisfaction and the confusion around the pricing which you mention and are keen to understand what went wrong. As this is something we would be unable to look into via a TrustPilot review, would you please contact the practice in question, either directly or via our complaints process (via our complaints policy link at the base of our website page goddardvetgroup.co.uk) and we will be happy to investigate further with a view to resolving the issue. Thank you, and we are sorry again that our service has not met your expectations and caused embarrassment for your parents.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have always taken our cats to…

We have always taken our cats to Godard’s and have been impressed by their wonderful staff.
This time we had annual boosters for Inky and the vet was thorough and experienced.

1 July 2026
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Thank you

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Saw Rex last minute prior to closing

Very helpful when I had to call and get my dog seen very last minute just before closing , happy to triage Rex and gave treatment , was stressful as I was abroad and my daughter was worried about him , helped her anxiety about the situation. So thank thank addiscombe branch for other yesterday x

2 July 2026
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Reply from Goddard Veterinary Group

It's our pleasure and thank you for leaving us a review

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Goddards Highbury - lovely staff.

The receptionist and vet at Goddards Highbury are both lovely and always treat my (senior) dog gently and with kindness and respect. We never feel rushed during consultations and the explanations of treatment are always provided in detail.

2 July 2026
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We're very pleased to hear that!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Whilst I had to wait almost an hour…

Whilst I had to wait almost an hour more than over than the appointed time I was very happy with the Vet's care of my cat and to send the prescription to me so I could order the medicine online where they are significantly cheaper than buying from the vet.

1 July 2026
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Reply from Goddard Veterinary Group

Hi, we're sorry about your wait. Sometimes the nature of diagnosis and treatment means that delays may infrequently occur to ensure we are caring for all our patients at the highest level. Hopefully you were kept informed throughout though and we really appreciate your patience and also for leaving us a lovely review, thank you very much. We're sorry again for the delay with your appointment time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ive used Goddard at Thamesmead for the…

Ive used Goddard at Thamesmead for the last 5 years. Although I've rarely seen the same vet twice, the service has always been consistently good. Every experience has been positive and they've worked with me to find the most cost effective solution. Very happy and would recommend.

30 June 2026
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Reply from Goddard Veterinary Group

That's great to hear Christine - thanks for leaving your feedback for the Thamesmead team and for your recommendation

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing Team, Amazing Care

I can't recommend Goddard Veterinary Group in Acton highly enough, they are absolutely the best! Every member of the team is kind, professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about the animals they look after.
They have looked after my two dogs with exceptional care since they were puppies, and every visit has been a positive experience. The team always takes the time to listen, explain everything clearly, and make both pets and owners feel comfortable and supported. You never feel rushed, and it's obvious how dedicated everyone is to providing the very best care.
A special thanks to Andrea, who is absolutely amazing. His kindness, compassion, professionalism, and genuine love for animals really stand out, and I always feel reassured knowing my dogs are in such capable hands.
Thank you to the entire team for everything you do. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Goddard Veterinary Group in Acton to anyone looking for outstanding veterinary care.

30 June 2026
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Reply from Goddard Veterinary Group

Wow that is a lovely review and very humbling. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences with others and the team at Acton will be delighted to read your feedback. Thank you once again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very nice staff

Very nice staff. Very helpful and efficient and refreshingly, they didn't try to up-sale other treatments and services as other vets have in the past with my older dog.

29 June 2026
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Thank you very much

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Excellent, professional and friendly staff.

29 June 2026
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Thank you

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very supportive of vulnerable

I’m so grateful to the team at Goddard Vets—they were absolutely amazing. They saw us incredibly quickly and went completely out of their way to be kind, patient, and supportive with my elderly relative who brought our dog in. It can be stressful getting a pet to the vet, but their warmth and fast help made all the difference. Thank you so much!

15 June 2026
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Reply from Goddard Veterinary Group

Thank you very much for your review

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The vets and nurses are great but the…

The vets and nurses are great but the hospital is woefully understaffed and ways of working / IT systems are antiquated which leads to angst for patients and owners due to excruciatingly long waiting times in between triage, consultation and tests. Reminiscent of the NHS rather than a private practice. One can only assume that the Group is trying to make bigger margins at the cost of stress for their staff, pets and owners. They could increase revenue by improving work practices, the IT, equipment and increasing the number of staff, starting with a receptionist over the weekend. I wouldn’t be surprised if their staff is burnt out and staff turnover is high. Nobody should have to work under these conditions in this day and age.

27 June 2026
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Reply from Goddard Veterinary Group

Thanks very much for your review and kind words about the team and we're very sorry you had to wait longer than expected. The nature of emergency and out-of-hours care at the hospital does sometimes mean that timings around test results and consultations, for example, may appear to be, or actually be longer that might be expected compared with routine planned appointments in a branch practice. However the teams should be able to communicate any delays or expected timings with clients and we're sorry if this has not happened in this case. If you would like us to look into your specific case further, we will be more than happy to do so and ask that you either contact our hospital manager directly, or via our complaints form (at the base of our website page). Once again, we're sorry for any stress caused.

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