Hednesford Vets

Hednesford Vets in Cannock is part of Lockwood Veterinary Group within the IVC Evidensia group, and is RCVS-registered. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. The practice appears set up for routine preventative care as well as appointments for suddenly unwell pets, with recent feedback consistently highlighting clear explanations and supportive handling from vets, nurses, and reception staff.

Services

• •Routine preventative care including vaccinations, boosters, and health checks for cats and dogs.
• •Appointments for unexpected illness, with recent examples including a dog being fitted in when it became suddenly very poorly.
• •Surgical and post-operative support, including follow-up help for an anxious puppy after an operation and phone support between visits.
• •Support for nervous or timid pets, with one owner describing a calming spray being used in the consult room and a discussion about calming medication options if needed.
• •Advice and reassurance around treatment plans, including listening to limited histories for rescue pets and explaining home care clearly.
• •Front-of-house and phone support, with owners describing friendly booking, welcoming reception, and helpful advice between appointments.

Pricing

No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.

People

• •Kathryn: described by one owner as “incredible” with their pets, with dogs that enjoy coming in for check-ups.
• •Vets and nurses (unnamed): recent feedback highlights clear explanations, calm handling of anxious pets, and thoughtful discussions around treatment and home care.
• •Reception/front desk team (unnamed): frequently mentioned as friendly, welcoming, and helpful during booking and arrival.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.4/5 from 146 reviews.

• •Recent feedback is very positive, with repeated praise for a friendly, welcoming, and professional team from reception through to the appointment itself.
• •Owners often mention clear communication, especially when pets are unwell, including explanations of what is happening and what care to give at home.
• •Several reviews describe good handling of anxious or timid pets, including calm appointments for nervous cats and dogs and a gentle approach during vaccinations and check-ups.
• •Recent examples also include support in more stressful situations, such as fitting in a suddenly unwell dog, helping a rescue dog start its vaccination record, and giving helpful phone support around a puppy’s operation.