Dog & Cat Vets in Staffordshire

White Cross Vets Wolstanton is part of the White Cross Vets group (the website describes 21 practices across the North and Midlands). Based on owner reports, this branch is used for routine appointments and ongoing problem-solving (including repeat visits for separate issues), and it also provides Animal Health Certificates for travel. Several reviewers describe a “kept a regular eye on our dog” style of follow-up and vets handling difficult-to-examine dogs (one owner specifically mentions a German Shepherd that was hard to manage but still had a temperature taken). Price is a deciding factor in the reviews: some owners feel bills were high for what was done, including a follow-up that one reviewer says lasted “3 minutes” and an Animal Health Certificate charge they felt was out of line.

Swinfen Veterinary Centre describes itself as a family-run practice providing medical and surgical care for dogs, cats, rabbits and small mammals, with stated interests including orthopaedics, ophthalmology, internal medicine and soft tissue surgery, plus greyhound/working-dog care and canine athletic medicine. Reviews align with a small-practice feel (one mentions “one on one service” compared with “big practices”) and name “Don” as the vet. Recent feedback is mixed: several owners describe thorough examinations with clear explanations and medication plans, while one owner reports a puppy visit where they felt key checks were missed during a vaccination/check-up appointment.

Longton Vets for Pets is described on the Vets4Pets website as a locally owned clinic. Reviews suggest it handles a mix of same-day sick appointments (one owner says they registered and were seen within an hour) and procedures such as spaying, alongside small pet care (a hamster treated rapidly for a prolapsed cheek). Owners also mention ongoing prescription medication, with one noting that the price can change month to month without warning. Experiences appear mixed: several reviews describe prompt care and clear decision-making (including choosing not to run predicted tests), while a small number raise serious concerns about advice given, nail trims, muzzling consent, and sharing medical history during an emergency.

Companion Care (Tamworth) Ltd trades as a Vets for Pets practice and describes itself as locally owned, led by a joint venture partner. The clinic appears set up for routine and day‑to‑day medical and surgical care with on-site diagnostics (in‑house lab work and imaging), a hospital ward, and an operating theatre. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews, owners describe a mixed experience: some cite notably supportive end‑of‑life care, including reassurance by phone during bereavement, while others report long waits for booked appointments, unfriendly front‑desk interactions, and disputes about medication charges and a locum vet’s handling/exam.

Beechwood Veterinary Practice is a small-animal clinic established in the early 1980s and is part of the CVS group (the website uses a CVS address). The practice is set up for routine preventative care and general medical/surgical work, with extras like an on-site dog-grooming parlour and a range of nurse clinics. Review accounts are mixed: several owners describe friendly, informative appointments (including first visits and vaccinations), while a small number report poor phone manner and one owner raises a concern about privacy/dignity around end-of-life care in the reception area.

Dunton Veterinary Clinic is a veterinary practice that also operates boarding kennels and is listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent reviews show a split experience: several owners describe vets and nurses handling reactive or nervous dogs in ways that keep visits calm (for example, managing a dog-reactive dog to keep stress down for other pets), while a small number of reviewers report serious issues around unexpected cost changes and communication. Concrete details mentioned include: owners being able to “pop in” when worried (where time is made available), pets receiving treats/cuddles to reduce anxiety, and boarding kennels described by one reviewer as unheated in winter (blankets used instead), with a quoted two-week stay costing “£1000+”.

Moorland Veterinary Centre Ltd appears to be set up for both routine care and urgent cases, with reviews describing same-day appointments, emergency surgery, and ongoing inpatient care. The practice is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility and as providing emergency veterinary services. Owners frequently mention vets explaining options clearly so they can make informed decisions, and several reviews describe end-of-life care including at-home euthanasia. Experiences are mixed: alongside repeated praise for compassionate, practical care, there are also accounts of traumatic vaccination handling, lack of response to a complaint email, and dissatisfaction with treatment decisions in a bleeding/wound case.

The Uttoxeter Veterinary Practice Ltd appears to be an independent practice (one reviewer explicitly contrasts it with “bigger practices” and a “corporate sales pitch”). From the evidence in reviews, they handle routine preventative care (vaccinations/jabs, worming), common medical issues (ear problems), and more involved work including sedation and “lots of tests.” End-of-life care is also specifically described: one family reports a calm, unhurried euthanasia appointment with their dog treated “with tenderness and dignity.” Review signals are mixed: many owners describe clear explanations of procedures and thorough communication, while a few report poor receptionist interactions (one alleges a receptionist laughed on the phone during an urgent call; another describes rudeness when asking about registering as a new client). Pricing also comes up in at least one review as a concern (a handwritten prescription fee).

Lichfield Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets brand (linked with Pets at Home) and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews suggest the practice commonly handles routine procedures and diagnostics, with specific mentions of spaying, biopsies and blood testing (including bilirubin checks). Several owners describe thoughtful post-procedure touches (for example, writing “get well” cards after a spay and after a biopsy) and say they can get appointments without much difficulty. There is also a clear split in experiences: some reviewers praise the advice and professionalism, while one reviewer reports being charged far more than expected and feeling tests were unnecessary.

Shires Veterinary Practice describes itself as providing “comprehensive veterinary care” for over 70 years (no corporate group ownership is stated). Recent reviews suggest the clinic is set up for routine preventative care (vaccinations, health checks, parasite prevention via a health plan) as well as medical and dental work—especially for cats. Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include: - Rapid help for a sick cat after phoning, with the cat “back to full health” afterwards. - Dental assessments and proposed dental treatment for cats (scale/polish, dental X‑rays, and possible extractions were discussed in one review). - Vaccinations for rabbits, with time spent answering questions and keeping the visit calm for nervous travellers. - Reminder system for health checks and inoculations, and a health plan that includes NexGard Spectra chews (as described by one owner). One detailed negative review describes feeling pushed toward costly investigations/treatment without enough home-care advice, and raises concerns about inconsistency between vets over time.