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Lanes Vets

#9 Vet in Preston, Lancashire

4.8
Independent Clinic

Lanes Vets – Vets in Preston

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic

Clinic Overview

Lanes Vets is a veterinary practice that also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews describe a “fear free” handling policy around procedures (including not leaving animals distressed in crates before/after an operation), and owners repeatedly mention efforts to reduce stress for anxious dogs (treats, greeting pets by name, and distraction techniques during consults).

Based on the latest reviews, the clinic appears set up for routine surgery and dentistry as well as general medical work—examples include a castration, dental extractions (12 teeth), oral X‑rays, and removal of a mouth growth. Several owners also mention clear post-op care instructions and medication plans, plus being kept updated during a pet’s stay.

Services

Services and capabilities specifically referenced in available information include

  • Veterinary nurse training facility (structured clinic data).
  • Dental work including multiple tooth extractions (review example: 12 teeth removed).
  • Diagnostic imaging (oral X-ray mentioned prior to dental treatment).
  • Soft-tissue surgery (review example: removal of a large growth from a dog’s mouth).
  • Neutering/castration (with owner updates during the day).
  • Microchip scanning for a found dog, plus basic supportive care (drying the dog) while contacting the owner.

Approach/policies mentioned by owners

  • “Fear free” policy around peri-operative handling (not leaving an animal distressed in a crate before/after surgery).
  • Stress-reduction during consults for nervous pets (treats and giving liver paste to lick as a distraction).

People

  • Jo (vet) — mentioned for performing a “long, complex operation” combining dental extractions and mouth growth removal. The owner describes a reassuring pre-op appointment, calm communication, and clear recovery instructions afterward.
  • Karen (reception) — named as knowledgeable and helpful; one owner highlighted reception updates and supportive handling around a dog’s castration.

Reviews

4.8 stars from 164 reviews.

  • Owners repeatedly describe stress-aware handling for anxious dogs, including greeting pets by name, offering treats, and using liver paste during consultations to distract nervous pets.
  • Surgical and dental outcomes are discussed in detail in one review: an oral X-ray followed by extraction of 12 teeth and removal of a recurring mouth growth, with pain relief and practical home-care guidance.
  • Communication during procedures comes up (e.g., being “really well updated” during a castration).
  • A non-routine visit is mentioned where the team scanned a found dog for a microchip, cared for her, and contacted the owner.

Special Services

Vet Nurse Training

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