Best Vets in Cannock – Complete Local Guide

Cannock Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group (a national chain). It’s set up for general pet care, with reviews referencing routine vaccinations/jabs, consults for unwell pets, and end-of-life support. The clinic is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Decision-relevant points owners mention repeatedly include: - Handling of nervous/reactive dogs without forcing a muzzle: one owner credits vet Rachael Oliver with establishing boundaries and trust in a single visit. - End-of-life care that isn’t rushed: owners describe clear explanations during euthanasia appointments and respectful support throughout. - Follow-through after bereavement: one family mentions receiving a sympathy note with their pet’s ashes. - A conflict in experiences around communication, cost, and waiting: some reviews praise helpful staff and reassurance, while others describe poor explanations, feeling “squeezed” for money, and long waits past appointment time.

Melbourne Veterinary Centre is a small‑animal practice established in 1973, with RCVS General Practice status and “Cat Friendly Clinic (Silver)”, “Rabbit Friendly Clinic (Silver)”, and “Dog Friendly Clinic” accreditations. The practice treats a wide range of species (including dogs, cats, rabbits, small mammals, reptiles/tortoises, and birds) and has in‑house imaging listed (X‑ray and ultrasound). It’s also described as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews most often talk about (1) support around end‑of‑life appointments—owners mention being given time to say goodbye and clear explanations—and (2) handling urgent problems quickly (one owner says their dog was seen within minutes after diesel exposure and was given activated charcoal). A minority of reviews raise concerns about costs/policies (one person says monthly payment plans aren’t allowed), and one long‑term client says they were disappointed not to receive any acknowledgement after their pet died.

Hillman Vets is a multi-branch practice (clients mention being seen at several Hillman clinics) that treats dogs, cats and small animals, and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. The practice’s website highlights routine care through to “advanced surgical procedures” and “emergency care,” and reviews add detail on what that looks like in day-to-day cases. Concrete things owners describe include: second-opinion appointments where surgery was not recommended (arthritis managed with pain relief instead), follow-up/aftercare checks after castration (two aftercare appointments mentioned), and end-of-life appointments described as private and unhurried with keepsakes (paw print and fur clipping) plus a card from staff afterwards. One recent review raises a clear billing complaint about an unexpected follow-up charge after an ear infection recheck.

Companion Care (Cannock) Ltd is described on its website as a locally owned practice operating under the Vets for Pets brand, with a modern set-up that includes separate cat/dog waiting areas and wards, an isolation unit, an operating theatre, and an in-house lab (digital X‑ray, ultrasound, haematology/biochemistry/electrolytes listed). It also states it is a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews available, owners most often highlight: - Fast responses and easy scheduling (including communication via phone/WhatsApp mentioned in a vaccination/spay journey for a kitten). - Thorough examinations and clear decision support, including a same-day specialist referral arranged after a health check. - A split experience on admin/communication: some describe smooth, responsive service, while others report poor follow-up, difficulty making complaints, and record-keeping errors.

Hednesford Vets is part of Lockwood Veterinary Group and is RCVS-registered. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Based on both the clinic information and recent reviews, the practice appears set up for routine preventative care (vaccinations/boosters and health checks) as well as appointments for suddenly unwell pets, with owners repeatedly describing clear explanations from vets and nurses. Concrete examples mentioned include: staff arranging an appointment when a dog became unexpectedly very ill; a vet using a calming spray in the consult room for a timid cat and discussing calming medication options; and post-op support for an anxious puppy, including owners describing phone help between visits.