Top Veterinary Clinics in Matlock bath, Derbyshire

We called and they booked us in for 7am. They were very quick at processing us and the vet was at hand immediately. Her diagnosis was good, but our options were zero. The cat need X-rays, stitches and general anaesthetic. Because they close at 8am we had to go back to our own vets. £375 later and some pain relief we left with our cat as we started.

Fantastic service at Vets Now Emergency- from the moment we were greeted at the door, to leaving. All staff were polite, calming, explained everything clearly and were reassuring. They were so lovely with my puppy and helped with the issue of him swallowing a sock whole! Highly recommend and if ever we needed to call them again I know my puppy would be in great hands!

First time have ever had to use an out of hours service. Very efficient and professional and everyone was so kind and gentle with our poorly puppy. He was in a great deal of pain and very stressed, but had a much more comfortable night after treatment at Vets Now Hykeham.

Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
A creature was stirring, but not a little mouse.
While everyone sang carols at midnight mass,
A border terrier searched for a little food tax.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
He gave them a good sniff, but no luck there.
He gazed at the fridge, stuffed full of goose,
Impossible to reach, his paws were no use.
But lo what is this tucked under the tree?
A whole bar of dark chocolate, just for me.
Tail wagging, teeth gnashing, he wolfed down the lot,
Paper and all - getting caught he would not!
Or so he thought, but he must have left a trace,
Now everyone’s staring at him with horror on their face.
Bundled into the car, he’s whisked away,
Hurtling through the night like Santa and his sleigh.
At the end of his journey, no presents await,
Just a feeling in his tummy that isn’t so great.
The feeling gets worse as the doors are flung open,
And out he gets at ‘Vets Now Lincoln’.
As he lifts his gaze, he’s met with an awesome sight,
Two heavenly beings, all dressed in white.
Christmas angels decked out in latex gloves and veterinary degrees,
He’s never seen vets as kind as these.
After some poking and prodding and more stern looks,
He realises his mistake and what’s on the books.
As he watches the chocolate come back in reverse,
Not a thought has he for his owner’s poor purse*.
He thinks only that next time he munches midnight snacks,
He must do better at covering his tracks.
After 45 minutes in the vet’s tender care,
It’s time to go home, it’s the end of the scare.
Or so he thought, but he’s scored one last own goal.
Rather than scraps of goose or potato, his Christmas Day meal is 6 doses of activated charcoal.
The vet and the nurse couldn’t have been kinder,
But when leaving a terrier, here’s a gentle reminder:
Hide the dark chocolate, don’t let them take a bite.
Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!

* This was actually phenomenally good value for a 1am emergency trip to the vet on Christmas morning. Enormous thanks to the truly angelic vets who saved Christmas!

On Saturday afternoon, my GSD Belle experienced an allergic reaction. Since all the veterinary clinics were closed, I contacted Vets Now and spoke with a courteous representative who advised me to bring Belle in. The entire staff at the clinic was exceptionally kind and supportive, providing excellent care for Belle. The veterinarian was reassuring and provided valuable guidance. I highly recommend their services. Thank you all so very much for taking very good care of Belle and myself. Belle is so much better now.