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The Icknield Vet Group

#1 Vet in Dunstable, Bedfordshire

4.8
Independent Clinic

The Icknield Vet Group – Vets in Dunstable

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic
Top 10 Ranking
#10 in Bedfordshire

Clinic Overview

The Icknield Vet Group is a veterinary practice that also operates as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent reviews point to a clinic set up for both routine care and faster-turnaround problems: owners mention being seen within hours, being fitted in the next morning for an abscess, and getting blood test results back by the end of the day. Several reviewers also describe clear, “impartial” explanations (including discussion of treatment options) and aftercare following surgery.

The Icknield Vet Group is a veterinary practice that also operates as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent reviews point to a clinic set up for both routine care and faster-turnaround problems: owners mention being seen within hours, being fitted in the next morning for an abscess, and getting blood test results back by the end of the day. Several reviewers also describe clear, “impartial” explanations (including discussion of treatment options) and aftercare following surgery.

Services

Based on the available clinic data and recent written reviews, owners specifically mention

  • Veterinary Nurse Training facility (stated in clinic data)
  • Urgent/same-day appointments (being seen “within hours” and being fitted in the next morning)
  • Surgery and post-operative aftercare (a dog recovering well after surgery; “excellent after care”)
  • Treatment of abscesses (problem “sorted… quickly” after an abscess)
  • In-house/rapid diagnostics including blood tests with same-day results (results back by end of day)
  • Medical management for longer-term illness, including medication for renal failure and loss of appetite
  • Help with insurance paperwork (staff assistance mentioned)

People

  • Dr Pannos (vet) – mentioned for taking time to explain everything and being good with pets during a dog’s case (“helping with Gaia”).
  • Emma – mentioned for helping with insurance paperwork.
  • Owners also repeatedly refer to coordinated support across the team (vets, nurses/assistants, and reception), including being fitted in quickly and supported “from start to finish.”

Reviews

Google rating: 4.8 stars from 510 reviews.

  • Fast access to care when it matters: seen within hours; fitted in the next morning for an abscess.
  • Practical diagnostics and follow-through: blood test results reported back by the end of the day; medication provided for renal failure and appetite issues.
  • Explanations and advice: owners describe thorough, clearly explained care and “impartial advice.”
  • Aftercare following procedures: post-surgery recovery updates and “excellent after care” are mentioned.
  • Admin support: help completing insurance paperwork is explicitly noted.

Special Services

Vet Nurse Training

Location

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