The Hollies Veterinary Clinic

The Hollies Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice that (based on client comments) provides routine vet care as well as support for difficult appointments such as euthanasia. Reviewers repeatedly mention appointments where the vet explained options in plain language and didn’t rush the consultation (Eleanor), and one owner specifically describes a clear diagnosis and a treatment recommendation that “made sense” and “was not too expensive” (Miranda, for a dog’s sprained shoulder).

There’s conflicting feedback on cost and business approach: some reviews say treatment was “all good” but “far too expensive,” and one reviewer believes the practice has been taken over by a venture-capital group and is “only interested in making money” (this is an allegation from a single review, not independently confirmed in the information provided). One review also notes the practice has two locations, which they found convenient.

Services

Services mentioned in the available information include

• •General veterinary care for pets, described by repeat clients as ongoing care “through the years.”
• •Consultations with explanation of options, including plain-language discussion and not rushing appointments (as described with Eleanor).
• •Diagnosis and treatment planning for lameness/injury, e.g., a dog with a sprained shoulder where a specific treatment option was recommended (Miranda).
• •End-of-life care/euthanasia, with staff support noted during a pet being put to sleep (James and Daisy).

People

• •Eleanor (role not stated): Owners describe her as calm and supportive with both pets and people, especially “in sad circumstances.” One review highlights that she explains everything in plain language and doesn’t rush the appointment.
• •Miranda (role not stated): Credited with diagnosing a sprained shoulder and recommending a treatment option the owner felt was sensible and “not too expensive.”
• •James (role not stated) and Daisy (role not stated): Mentioned for their supportive handling of euthanasia, helping an owner through an emotional appointment.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.5 stars from 141 reviews. “”

• •Clear, unrushed communication: owners mention explanations in plain language and appointments not feeling hurried.
• •Support during emotional visits: specific praise for staff support during euthanasia.
• •Treatment seen as effective, but cost is a sticking point for some: one reviewer says treatment was good but “far too expensive,” while another describes being offered a treatment option that was “not too expensive.”
• •Conflicting views on business motives/ownership: one review alleges a venture-capital takeover and profit focus, while other recent reviews describe long-term trust and positive care.