Pet Healthcare Plans
On average our clients save a minimum of £135 with the Medivet Healthcare Plan.
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Open 24 hours, 365 days a year
Out of hours: Consult fee from £120 - £250 inc VAT. Prices are subject to change.
Featured Services
Services
- 15 Minute Consultations
- 24 Hour Emergency Vet Care
- 24 Hour Intensive Care
- Animal Health Certificate (for pet travel)
- CT Imaging
- ECG
- Endoscopy
- Free Nurse Clinics
- Hydrotherapy
- In-house Laboratory
- Keyhole Surgery
- Orthopaedic Theatre
- Ultrasound
- Vet Blood Supplies
- X-Rays
As well as our in-house services at Medivet 24 Hour Dorchester, you’ll also get access to all the services available across the entire Medivet group.
Meet the team
Catherine
Veterinary Surgeon
Andra
Veterinary Surgeon
Karin
Head Veterinary Nurse
Sophie
Veterinary Nurse
Amy
Veterinary Nurse
Molly
Veterinary Nurse
Holly
Night Veterinary Nurse
Stacey
Night Veterinary Nurse
Danielle
Student Veterinary Nurse
Rosie
Student Veterinary Nurse
Henry
Patient Care Assistant
Hannah
Hydrotherapist
Cheri
Head Client Care Assistant
Rebecca
Client Care Assistant
Vanessa
Client Care Assistant
Izzy
Client Care Assistant
Shannon
Client Care Assistant
Bethany
Client Care Assistant
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Your vet in Dorchester
Led by Branch Partner Alex Best we're a kind and caring team based in Dorchester who are dedicated to delivering the best client and patient care. We offer a full range of veterinary services and facilities including advanced surgical and imaging techniques and excellent 24/7 inpatient care. We look forward to welcoming you to our practice and helping your pet lead a long and happy life.
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Cardiology referral service
Alex Best holds certificates in both diagnostic imaging and cardiology and takes referrals for all sorts of heart cases. With a high specification ultrasound scanner and full array of probes she is able to diagnose and assess congenital and acquired heart conditions. She also has the backup of second opinion specialists that can assist remotely for the really tricky cases. Ultrasound scans are carried out in the practice as a day patient procedure and usually without any sedation.
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Hydrotherapy and Physiotherapy
At Medivet Dorchester we're proud to offer hydrotherapy and physiotherapy treatment. Physiotherapy is highly effective in relieving pain, restoring function and speeding up the recovery process. We also have an underwater treadmill, a physiotherapist and a trained hydrotherapist. Find out more about hydrotherapy below.
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24 hour on site hospital care
As a hospital we have staff working on the premises 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Overnight we always have at least one vet and nurse working on site at all times. This means that we are always available to help your pets. Our inpatients are looked after in separate dog, cat and isolation wards by a dedicated hospital team so they are always in the best of hands.
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Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgeries utilise tiny incisions and specialised instruments, allowing for precise internal exploration and procedures. This means reduced pain, minimal scarring, and shorter hospital stays for your cherished companion. Whether it's spaying, organ biopsies, or even more complex surgeries, our experienced veterinary team is proficient in providing the highest standard of care using this innovative approach.
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Dental Xray
With exceptional image clarity and precision, our veterinary dental X-ray provides unparalleled insights into the hidden complexities of your pet's oral health. From detecting hidden cavities and abscesses to identifying fractures and periodontal disease, this advanced tool allows our veterinarians to make accurate diagnoses and develop personalized treatment plans.
Reviews
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Nov 23, 2023
Very friendly, caring & efficient staff Clean & tidy. Provide little touches such as soft bed for arthritic pets whilst waiting & a candle which is lit in the waiting room when someone is saying goodbye to their pet, thus ensuring a quiet atmosphere when leaving There’s a chirpy budgie too!
Nov 18, 2023
Thank you to the vet and staff who showed great empathy when we were faced with a tough decision to let our dear Scarlett go…
Nov 17, 2023
Took my dog in to be neutered, during which the vet couldn't get a line in to his stomach so instead of asking for help kept trying until he ruptured my drugs spleen causing him to almost die. Spleen was removed then he was prescribed drugs with the wrong dosage on. No one followed up with me and apologised until I complained. After I complained and still had to pay over £500 for the neutering but the practice manager emailed and said I could have the splenectomy (which was clearly never asked for) for free as a "goodwill gesture" as he put it. Still not even a phone call and when I replied to his email he then ignored it. This practice has gone massively downhill since medivet took over. AVOID!
Nov 11, 2023
Great practice, have used them for years and with my previous boy who was a rescue, with baggage, this was always managed and understood with no judgement. However, on my most recent visit, the price increase is ridiculous and in this time where things are more of a struggle, I feel that this is wrong. I know this isn’t Southfields but a Medivet decision but this doesn’t alter the fact that it appears vet practices can charge whatever they like.
Nov 7, 2023
First of all, thank you for all the tests that you provided for my dog. But I'm not certainly happy with the outcome. That your only solution for possible liver mass tumor was to put my dog down and you did not offer me any treatment for her. That is very disappointing. I paid more than thousands of pounds in 2 days without any real treatment for her. Only one day in the hospital on fluids. That was all. I'm certainly not happy with it. Also, you did not give me my dog's blanket and spoon.
Oct 8, 2023
Lovely vet practice, building always clean and peaceful, birds in reception are fun, staff are knowledgeable,skilled, good listeners, can't ask for more.
Sep 23, 2023
If we could give zero we would. Never, ever, have we experienced such cold, uncompassionate and rude service anywhere, let alone in an environment you expect to be all about the animals. Here it appears to he all about the ego, the smart branding and state of the art surgery and nothing about compassion, smiles, kindness. We can only hope all day our pet was there he was receiving the care that has clearly been kept from owners. It left me cold to leave my cat behind and the feeling was echoed, thankfully by my husband who collected him. We’ve never experienced anything like it. Sign here, pay now, don’t ask questions, minimum info given. And sadly, a traumatised cat at the end of it. All that said, the post op brief was very good.
Aug 15, 2023
Thank you - a kind and reassuring team + a speedily arranged appointment = calmer new puppy owner!