The Icknield Vet Group

The Icknield Vet Group is a veterinary practice in Dunstable that also operates as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent feedback suggests it is set up for both routine care and quicker-turnaround problems, with owners describing prompt appointments, clear explanations of treatment options, and supportive follow-up after surgery. Reviews also mention same-day blood test results, help with insurance paperwork, and a calm, professional approach from vets, nurses, and reception staff.

Services

•Routine consultations and urgent appointments: owners describe being seen within hours or fitted in the next morning, and one recent reviewer said a new vet sorted several smaller problems in a single visit.
•Surgery and post-operative care: reviews mention pets recovering well after surgery, including strong aftercare and close support through recovery.
•Diagnostics and treatment planning: owners mention blood tests with results back the same day, along with clear discussion of next steps and logical testing pathways.
•Medical treatment and ongoing care: reviews refer to help with longer-term illness, medication for renal failure and loss of appetite, and guidance around ongoing care.
•Treatment for specific problems: abscess treatment is specifically mentioned, alongside general examination and problem-solving in consultation.
•Insurance paperwork support: staff help with insurance forms is explicitly mentioned.
•Veterinary Nurse Training facility: this is stated in the clinic information.

Pricing

No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.

People

•Dr Pannos (vet): praised for explaining everything clearly and being good with pets.
•Egbert (vet): named positively in a review about a 17-year-old dog’s surgery and recovery.
•Kellie and Kim (veterinary nurses): thanked by name for their support.
•Rosie (reception): mentioned warmly for front-of-house help.
•Emma: thanked for helping with insurance paperwork.
•Reviews also point to strong support across the wider team, including vets, nurses, and reception staff.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.8 stars from 558 reviews. Recent reviews are consistently positive in tone.

•Owners frequently mention a kind, patient and unrushed approach, with gentle handling during examinations and clear reassurance.
•Surgery and aftercare stand out strongly, with reviewers describing pets recovering well and feeling well supported afterwards.
•Reviews often highlight clear explanations and practical advice, including impartial guidance and a logical approach to further testing or ongoing treatment.
•The wider team gets repeated praise for being friendly, professional and accommodating, with named mentions for Rosie, Kellie, Kim, Egbert, Dr Pannos and Emma; one reviewer also described the clinic as reasonably priced.

Reviews for The Icknield Vet Group

Note: Showing the 10 most recent Google reviews out of 558 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

deborah Stolber

2 months ago

My labrador was treated by a female vet who was excellent, kind patient, reassuring and very understanding, couldn't wish to see a nicer person.

Debbie Karydis

Very professional. Unrushed. Gentle. Further test pathway logical. Happy to recommend.

Jackie Cutten

It was Willows first visit with the new vet and he sorted out all her little problems in a professional and caring way

Michael Ryland

Very good Vets, kind to our dog when examining her. Helpful regarding ongoing care. Always give treats after consultations. Highly recommend them

Sharon Neal

Outstanding! From Rosie on reception, to Kellie and Kim veterinary nurses, to Egbert the vet. I couldn't be happier and neither could my 17 year old dog who had surgery and has bounced back on day one. Fantastic vet practice .

Selma Hakki

4 months ago

Very friendly & accommodating. Always polite.

Caroline Nicholson

Friendly caring staff, all round great service, would highly recommend.

catherine casamian

Everyone we came into contact with at Icknield Veterinary Group have been so supportive and helpful with their treatment and advice.Thank you so much.Highly recommended

Craig Nowell

Friendly and caring service. Staff give good impartial advice and go the extra mile to give my dog the best possible care.

Jane Redman

5 months ago

Have been a customer for many years and have always found vets, nurses and receptionists efficient, professional and kind, in short exactly the sort of care you would want for your beloved pets!