Medivet Christchurch

Best Friends Vets Ltd

01202 485880

14 Marlow Drive, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 2RR

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Disability Friendly, Free parking within the St. Catherine's Hill shopping precinct with easy access to the clinic

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Out of hours practice

Medivet 24 Hour Poole

01202 747678

101 North Road, Parkstone, Poole, BH14 0LT

Consult fee £149. No charge for assessment by phone.

Our Prices

Standard Healthcare Plan*
Standard vet appointment (regular opening hours) £52 £46.80
New puppy first appointment** Free Free
Annual vaccination booster £57 Included
Annual vaccination booster incl. Kennel Cough £106 Included
Vaccination puppy course 1st + 2nd £84 Included
Vaccination puppy course 1st + 2nd + 3rd*** £109 Included
Castration (procedure only fee) from £206 from £185.40
Spay (procedure only fee) from £261 from £234.90
Medivet Healthcare Plan - from £15 pm

*Our clients save an average of £225 every year on the Medivet Healthcare Plan. Plus get a minimum of 10% discounts on all medical care.

**One complimentary puppy or kitten consultation per pet, limited to two pets per client.

***Based on clinical recommendation.

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Standard Healthcare Plan*
Standard vet appointment (regular opening hours) £52 £46.80
New kitten first appointment** Free Free
Annual vaccination booster £64 Included
Vaccination kitten course 1st + 2nd £86 Included
Vaccination kitten course 1st + 2nd + 3rd*** £112 Included
Castration (procedure only fee) £75 £67.50
Spay (procedure only fee) £105 £94.50
Medivet Healthcare Plan - £12.95 pm

*Our clients save an average of £225 every year on the Medivet Healthcare Plan. Plus get a minimum of 10% discounts on all medical care.

**One complimentary puppy or kitten consultation per pet, limited to two pets per client.

***Based on clinical recommendation.

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How to register with us

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1. Create an online account

This will give you access to our online services and make managing your pet's health simple and convenient.

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2. Enter your pet details

Share your pet's details to help us offer personalised care and ensure a smooth first visit.

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3. Book initial appointment

Select a convenient date and time for your pet's first appointment using our online booking system.

Need help registering?

Complete our registration form with all of your details and one of our friendly team members will contact you to discuss your registration and book your initial appointment.

Meet the team

Kelly Marshall

Client Care Assistant


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Paris Wyles

Client Care Assistant


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Jean Codling

Client Care Assistant


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  • Your vet in Christchurch

    Exceptional, caring and trustworthy - these are the values our team here in Christchurch stand by. We're committed to delivering the highest standard of veterinary care, using our state-of-the-art facilities to give your pet the very best treatment options.

    We look forward to welcoming you to our practice.

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Reviews

4.5 /5
71 reviews
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5.0/5
Feb 12, 2025
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Nice people, easy to get appointment and always look after our cat
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5.0/5
Feb 11, 2025
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Fantastic service
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5.0/5
Feb 3, 2025
Google Medivet
Excellent service ! I have never had a problem with your service always very helpful and friendly
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5.0/5
Jan 31, 2025
Google Medivet
Really friendly staff,always doing their best to help. Knowledgeable and making you feel at ease .
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5.0/5
Jan 31, 2025
Google Medivet
My dog had bad ear infection ,other vets gave me ointments but kept returning all the time went to medivet and straight away new ointment worked said other stuff did not treat the infection he had so keep on going back to this practice seem to really care and have better understanding about my dog which larger places lack caring side especially.
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2.0/5
Jan 17, 2025
Google Medivet
Prior to the regular Vet retiring at the end of the summer of 2024, Best Friends Vet Practice was an accessable and highly pro active service to the local community. The reception staff and Vet nurse at Best Friends in Christchurch, Dorset are amazing but sadly Medivet as a company have failed to provide the adequate service of a full time Vet for paying customers in this local community This has negatively impacted on the care of animals registered with the practice. Medivet expect customers to travel 8miles on public transport to access a Vet on Friday's and Saturday's. The practise failed to provide the service of a Vet at the practice for 2wks up to Jan 7th causing unacceptable pain and upset. Medivets inability to manage their resources appears to lack competency and compassion. This has resulted in an exodus of clients leaving the practice The practice staff at Best Friends go above and beyond in supporting clients to make up the gaping hole in Medivets commitment shortfall.
Google
5.0/5
Jan 11, 2025
Google Medivet
Best vet in the area. Explains everything, and clearly has animals well being as first and foremost concern
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5.0/5
Dec 17, 2024
Google Medivet
Very kind staff and excellent service
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2.0/5
Nov 23, 2024
Google Medivet
Not as good now that Stefan has left which is a shame. Different vets with different advise.
Google
5.0/5
Nov 4, 2024
Google Medivet
The staff are very friendly, and the vet is always happy to spend the time to give advice and fully answer my queries.
Google
5.0/5
Aug 30, 2024
Google Medivet
The vet is lovely very patient with people at very sad times of their lives. Never had problem booking appointments and emergency treatment can't fault the service. Receptionist are lovely and friendly and always smiling and chatty.
Google
5.0/5
May 13, 2024
Google Medivet
Friendly vet with a passion for your fury friend .

Vaccinations

Protect your pet from a number of serious illnesses by making sure their vaccinations are all up to date.

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Parasite Care

Keep your pet - and house - free from parasites with regular flea, tick and worming treatments.

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Pet Neutering

Neutering is a medical procedure that prevents pets from being able to reproduce, and comes with a host of other health benefits.

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Microchipping

Microchipping is an easy and pain-free way of keeping track of your precious pets should they wander or get lost.

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15 Minute Consultations

With our 15-minute consultations, you have enough time to ask our expert vets any - and every - question you might have regarding your pet’s health and lifestyle.

24 Hour Emergency Vet Care

Receive exceptional care, day or night, at our pioneering 24-hour emergency pet care centres.

Dentistry

Caring for all aspects of your pet’s oral health is easy with our excellent dental facilities.

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Home Visits

We know that sometimes it just isn’t possible for you or your pet to travel into one of our practices to receive care. At times like this, our capable and compassionate veterinary teams often offer at home visits.

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In-house Laboratory

Quick and efficient testing at our state-of-the-art in-house laboratories is just one aspect of the exceptional care we offer.

X-Rays

We use x-ray machines to quickly diagnose issues that might affect your pet.

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24 Hour Intensive Care

Our 24 hour practices and external out-of-hours providers offer exceptional, around-the-clock intensive care to critically ill pets.

Acupuncture

Some of our practices use acupuncture to give pets a gentle yet effective pain relief for a number of conditions.

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Animal Health Certificate (for pet travel)

Your local Medivet practice will be able to issue an Animal Health Certificate for EU travel.

Cat Friendly Vet Clinics

Some of our practices have been awarded cat-friendly clinic status by the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM).

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CT Imaging

Our Computed Tomography (CT) technology allows us to create detailed 3D images of your pet to help diagnoses and create effective treatment plans.

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ECG

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a simple, non-invasive test used to detect certain defects in your pet’s heart.

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Endoscopy

Using a tiny, flexible camera, we’re able to view internal body parts with little surgical intervention.

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Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy is used to treat and prevent conditions related to mobility and comfort. These can be caused by ageing, illness or injury.

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Keyhole Surgery

At Medivet, we’re proud to offer keyhole surgery as an option at many of our practices.

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Laser Surgery

We use cutting-edge laser technology in our soft-tissue surgeries to ensure your pet achieves the best results.

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Laser Treatment

Pet laser treatment can be used to help promote healing and reduce inflammation and pain, from chronic arthritis to post surgical wound treatment. The treatment is pain free and non-invasive.

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Medivet Labs

Medivet Labs is dedicated to providing a quality diagnostic laboratory service to the veterinary profession using modern technology combined with professional excellence and personal care.

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MRI Scans

We use cutting-edge Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners to help us diagnose a range of problems.

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Nurse Clinics

Receive expert advice from our experienced nurses on keeping your pet healthy and happy.

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Online Appointment Booking

We’re excited to share with you that Medivet clients* can now book appointments online.

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Orthopaedic Theatre

Our specialist orthopaedic theatres mean we can confidently treat conditions that affect your pet’s musculoskeletal system.

Pet Cremation

Cremation offers a way to help you remember your pet should the worst happen. Find out more about what happens and the support available.

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Pet Euthanasia

Find out what pet euthanasia means and what to expect.

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Radioactive Iodine

Radioactive Iodine is a treatment for hyperthyroidism in cats.

Ultrasound

A pet ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique used to view your pet's internal organs and identify potential issues.

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Vet Blood Supplies

Vet Blood Supplies is part of the Medivet community, and together we work to save the lives of dogs across the country.

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