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University Veterinary Practice

#25 Vet in Liverpool, Merseyside

4.6
Independent Clinic

University Veterinary Practice – Vets in Liverpool

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic

Clinic Overview

University Veterinary Practice is a university-run small animal practice (part of the University of Liverpool) with modern, fully equipped facilities and involvement of students during consultations (as noted by clients). Based on reviews, it appears set up for a mix of routine care and procedures (neutering, surgery, diagnostic tests) as well as treatment of smaller/exotic pets (guinea pigs and ferrets are specifically mentioned).

Owners most often highlight very thorough examinations with clear explanations, plus follow-up communication (for example, a vet phoning with test results and talking them through). However, several recent reviews raise concerns about clinical decision-making in specific cases (pain relief given without addressing suspected infection or seizures) and about front-desk communication during long waits.

Services

  • Veterinary nurse training facility (listed in clinic data; also reflected in reviews mentioning students present in consultations).
  • Emergency veterinary services (listed in clinic data; no further detail provided in the available inputs).
  • Surgery
  • Lump removal surgery discussed for a guinea pig (chin lump).
  • Neutering mentioned for a dog, with owners describing the overall experience positively.
  • Diagnostics / results handling
  • Tests and phone call follow-up to share results and explain next steps (dog case).
  • Blood tests are referenced in a review, but described as being done at a separate emergency vet after the client felt concerns weren’t addressed initially.
  • Exotic/small pet care
  • Guinea pig care discussed in detail (including surgical planning and species-specific knowledge).
  • Ferret care including anal gland cleaning, with the vet noted as confident and experienced handling the species.
  • General consultations
  • Multiple owners describe check-ups as unusually thorough, with explanations and time for questions.

People

  • Dr Ioana (vet) — thanked by an owner for guiding them through a guinea pig’s lump diagnosis and need for surgery, and for showing strong knowledge of guinea pigs; the consultation also included students, which the owner saw as a positive part of the visit.
  • Jenny (vet) — specifically praised for calling with a dog’s test results and explaining them clearly.

Reviews

4.6 stars from 323 reviews.

  • Thorough exams and clear explanations: owners describe detailed check-ups where nothing felt rushed, and staff taking time to answer questions.
  • Follow-up and communication from vets: one review highlights a vet phoning with test results and explaining what they meant.
  • Exotic/small pet competence noted: specific praise for knowledgeable guinea pig care and confident ferret handling (including anal gland cleaning).
  • Concerns about treatment approach in some cases: multiple recent low-star reviews describe being given painkillers without what the owners felt was appropriate investigation or treatment (examples given include a paw infection they believed needed antibiotics, and suspected seizures that were not acted on promptly).
  • Front-desk/waiting experience is mixed: some describe friendly, helpful reception, while others report poor communication about long waits and discomfort in the waiting area during hot conditions, with a perception that fees were not well explained.

Special Services

Emergency Services
Vet Nurse Training

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