About Emergency Vets in Taunton
Emergency and urgent care are important considerations for pet owners in Taunton.
Four clinics provide emergency or out-of-hours care, which is crucial for handling urgent medical situations. These clinics offer extended hours to ensure pets receive timely treatment when needed. However, as 24-hour coverage is not available, pet owners should be aware of clinic hours and plan for potential emergencies. Clinics focusing on emergency services are well-equipped to manage critical cases, providing peace of mind for pet owners seeking reliable and immediate care for their pets.
There are 4 veterinary clinics listed for emergency vets in Taunton.
Top Rated Emergency Vets in Taunton
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Priory Close Veterinary Practice is an independent small-animal clinic (the website says it’s been caring for pets for over 35 years) and is set up for everyday primary-care vet work plus urgent same-day problems. Owners repeatedly mention being offered same-day appointments for unwell pets, and several reviews describe clear, practical treatment given quickly (for example, a dog treated within ~20 minutes of eating a raisin with an injection to induce vomiting, and a cat given three injections and improving within 12 hours). The practice is also RCVS-approved for training small animal nurses (per the website).
Priory Close Veterinary Practice is an independent small-animal clinic (the website says it’s been caring for pets for over 35 years) and is set up for everyday primary-care vet work plus urgent same-day problems. Owners repeatedly mention being offered same-day appointments for unwell pets, and several reviews describe clear, practical treatment given quickly (for example, a dog treated within ~20 minutes of eating a raisin with an injection to induce vomiting, and a cat given three injections and improving within 12 hours). The practice is also RCVS-approved for training small animal nurses (per the website).
Medivet Taunton is part of the Medivet group (a corporate chain) and offers routine care alongside in-practice diagnostics such as X‑rays, ultrasound and ECG, plus an in-house laboratory. The clinic states it provides 15‑minute consultations and can arrange out-of-hours cover via Quantock Veterinary Hospital (7.00pm–8.00am and Bank Holidays). Recent reviews repeatedly mention being fitted in at short notice (including same-day appointments), and staff taking practical steps to settle anxious or reactive dogs (e.g., calm handling and using treats to allow an exam).
Medivet Taunton is part of the Medivet group (a corporate chain) and offers routine care alongside in-practice diagnostics such as X‑rays, ultrasound and ECG, plus an in-house laboratory. The clinic states it provides 15‑minute consultations and can arrange out-of-hours cover via Quantock Veterinary Hospital (7.00pm–8.00am and Bank Holidays). Recent reviews repeatedly mention being fitted in at short notice (including same-day appointments), and staff taking practical steps to settle anxious or reactive dogs (e.g., calm handling and using treats to allow an exam).
Our Score (80/100)
- •Owners commonly mention clear explanations and being told estimated treatment costs ahead of time. - Multiple reviews say they weren’t pressured into buying add-ons (“product or plan”) and instead got practical advice. - A few reviews highlight emergency availability (including a Sunday emergency seen).
- •Owners commonly mention clear explanations and being told estimated treatment costs ahead of time. - Multiple reviews say they weren’t pressured into buying add-ons (“product or plan”) and instead got practical advice. - A few reviews highlight emergency availability (including a Sunday emergency seen).
Our Score (77/100)
Kingfisher Veterinary Practice offers out-of-hours emergency care and runs a Pet Health Club®/Pet Health Club® Plus preventative-care plan (with consultations included on the Plus plan). Recent reviews most often mention staff making themselves available for urgent situations—one owner says the team opened the surgery for an emergency operation when they couldn’t travel to the emergency centre. Owners also describe efficient treatment for cats, and repeat visits where their dogs are handled with patience and understanding.
Kingfisher Veterinary Practice offers out-of-hours emergency care and runs a Pet Health Club®/Pet Health Club® Plus preventative-care plan (with consultations included on the Plus plan). Recent reviews most often mention staff making themselves available for urgent situations—one owner says the team opened the surgery for an emergency operation when they couldn’t travel to the emergency centre. Owners also describe efficient treatment for cats, and repeat visits where their dogs are handled with patience and understanding.
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