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Companion Care (Preston Capitol) Ltd T/A Vets4Pets

#5 Vet in Preston, Lancashire

4.6
Corporate

Companion Care (Preston Capitol) Ltd T/A Vets4Pets – Vets in Preston

Updated January 2026
Corporate

Clinic Overview

Companion Care (Preston Capitol) Ltd trading as Vets4Pets is a Vets4Pets-branded practice with on-site clinical kit described on its website (including an in-house lab, pharmacy, digital x‑ray and ultrasound), plus facilities like an operating theatre, hospital ward and isolation unit. It also lists orthopaedics as a specialty and is noted as a veterinary nurse training facility.

From recent reviews, owners most often describe a practice that will fit worried pets in at short notice, handles ongoing complex cases with repeated tests/treatments and frequent visits, and takes time to explain options. However, one recent 1‑star review alleges the opposite experience—very short consultations, poor examination/diagnosis, and slow follow-up on test results—so experiences appear mixed depending on the visit and situation.

Concrete details mentioned by owners include

  • Being seen straight away during a “swallowed pills” scare (vet + nurse specifically praised).
  • Support with a medically complex dog needing “a LOT of care, tests, treatments and appointments,” with staff willing to work through difficult cases.
  • A complaint describing repeated visits for diarrhoea where the dog was given probiotics and blood tests were done, but the owner says they had to chase results and felt the condition wasn’t properly addressed.

Services

From the clinic website and reviews, services/capabilities mentioned include

  • In-house diagnostics and facilities: in-house laboratory (biochemistry, haematology), blood pressure monitoring, x‑ray, ultrasound, pharmacy, operating theatre, hospital ward, and an isolation unit.
  • Dentistry (listed on the website).
  • Orthopaedics (listed as a specialty on the website).
  • Emergency cover (listed on the website).
  • Health problems mentioned in reviews
  • Gastrointestinal signs (loose stools/diarrhoea, abdominal pain) treated with probiotics at this practice (per one complaint).
  • Blood tests discussed/performed during investigation of illness (per the same complaint).
  • An urgent ingestion concern (“swallowed some pills”) where the pet was seen immediately (per a 5‑star review).
  • Out-of-hours care: the website states out-of-hours care is provided by Vets Now.

Pricing

Only specific charges mentioned in reviews

  • One reviewer reports a £60 care plan cancellation fee.
  • One reviewer reports spending £530 at an emergency provider (not at this clinic) during a complaint about their experience.

People

Named individuals and what owners say they did

  • Emily: credited by one owner with caring for their toy poodle over many years; the owner highlights her long-term support and compassion.
  • Jenny: mentioned by name as the vet someone “usually” sees, alongside praise for the wider team (older review).
  • Dawn (front desk): singled out for help during an urgent visit when a dog had swallowed pills.
  • “Nicky” (receptionist): one reviewer describes her as rude/unprofessional and says other staff were “lovely” by comparison.

Across multiple recent reviews, owners frequently mention vets and nurses being gentle with pets and taking time to explain what’s happening, while the negative review specifically alleges the pet was not examined properly and follow-up communication was poor.

Reviews

4.6 stars from 302 reviews. - Short-notice appointments and urgent reassurance: multiple owners say reception “finds a way to fit me in” and that they were seen quickly when worried.

  • Handling of complex/ongoing cases: one owner describes constant visits for a medically complex dog and says the team will keep working through difficult cases and treatment routes.
  • Communication and explanations: several reviews emphasise that vets/nurses take time to explain things during stressful moments.
  • Concerns about rushed care and follow-up (conflicting reports): one recent 1‑star review describes a “cattle market” feel, very short consultations, lack of examination, and having to chase blood-test results.
  • Front-desk experience varies: some reviews praise reception for patience and help, while one review criticises a named receptionist’s manner.

Special Services

Vet Nurse Training

Location

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