Clarendon Street Veterinary Surgery

Clarendon Street Veterinary Surgery in Cambridge is regularly described by reviewers as a local independent practice. It appears set up for both urgent, same-day problems and planned procedures, with owners describing quick access for emergencies as well as timely booking for surgery. The clinic also offers ongoing aftercare, and its website states that out-of-hours calls are handled by Vets24.

Services

• •Urgent and emergency care: Owners describe being seen straight away for problems such as a sliced paw pad and a dog with a grass seed lodged deep in the nose causing sneezing and bleeding.
• •Surgery and procedures: Reviews mention surgery for a broken tooth, removal of a rapidly growing paw tumour, and a minor procedure carried out under sedation.
• •Aftercare and follow-up: Post-operative support is a recurring theme, including updates during the day, bandage changes, and follow-up checks.
• •Travel and paperwork support: One owner specifically credits Harriet with managing a long list of requirements for a dog moving overseas, and another mentions help with an insurance claim.
• •End-of-life care: A long-term client highlights compassionate support at the end of their dog’s life.
• •Practice arrangements and facilities: The clinic is listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. The website also states that all consultations are by appointment only, and that out-of-hours cover is provided by Vets24.

Pricing

Published prices suggest the clinic sits above average, based on a partial sample of comparable services. Reviews give a mixed but generally positive picture on cost: some owners describe pricing as reasonable or affordable, while others highlight clear quotes, transparent cost discussions, and some post-op checks being included in the operation cost.

People

• •Harriet: Named in several reviews for calm handling in emergencies, help with pet export requirements, clear communication around procedures, and kind treatment of pets.
• •Patrick: Praised by a long-standing client for honest advice, professionalism, and compassion at the end of a dog’s life.
• •Wider team: Recent reviews also warmly mention the receptionists, nurses, and the broader team for friendliness, knowledge, and supportive care.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.8/5 from 304 reviews.

• •Recent reviews are consistently very positive about the team’s manner, with repeated mentions of kindness, friendliness, and pets being handled gently.
• •Owners describe quick access for urgent problems and prompt organisation of treatment, including emergency visits and surgery for a broken tooth.
• •Communication is a strong theme: reviewers mention clear explanations beforehand, detailed quotes, cost transparency, and help with insurance paperwork.
• •Longer treatment journeys are also praised, including same-day updates, repeated post-op checks and bandage changes, and compassionate support for senior pets and end-of-life care.