Medivet Flitwick

Medivet Flitwick is part of the Medivet group and is led by veterinary surgeon Nicolas Caron (“Nick”). The clinic appears set up for routine consultations alongside on-site diagnostics (including X-rays, ultrasound and an in-house lab), with separate cat and dog wards noted on the website. In recent reviews, owners describe being seen quickly for urgent illness (one dog reportedly seen within 45 minutes of calling) and cite thorough exams with medication prescribed and improvement within 24 hours. A spay is also specifically mentioned, including a pre-op consultation where the vet answered questions and explained the plan in detail.

Services

Based on the website and the latest reviews, services and capabilities mentioned include

• •15-minute consultations
• •Dentistry
• •Nurse clinics
• •Home visits
• •In-house laboratory testing
• •Imaging and monitoring: X-rays, ultrasound, ECG
• •Animal Health Certificates
• •Surgery referenced in reviews: spay procedure, with a pre-op consultation described
• •Species treated (per website): cats, dogs, rabbits, and small mammals
• •Facilities (per website): separate cat and dog wards

Out-of-hours care (per website) is provided by Vets Now Barton-le-Clay and Medivet 24 Hour Watford.

Pricing

• •Out-of-hours consult fee at Vets Now Barton-le-Clay: from £324.50 (incl. VAT) (prices stated as subject to change on the website).
• •Out-of-hours consult fee at Medivet 24 Hour Watford: £149 (website also states no charge for assessment by phone).

People

• •Nicolas Caron (“Nick”) — Veterinary Surgeon (clinic lead, per website): mentioned by name in a review about an older cat who was “very poorly”; the owner describes him as patient and professional, and says the cat improved after antibiotics and following his advice.
• •Reception/front-desk team: multiple reviews mention friendly reception staff and that booking appointments is quick/easy; one owner highlights detailed explanations and questions being answered during a spay workup.

Reviews

4.9 stars from 310 reviews. The - Speed of access for a sick pet: one owner reports their dog was seen within 45 minutes of the initial call.

• •Clear explanations and thorough consults: owners describe detailed, easy-to-understand explanations; one review mentions a “thorough” review and medication prescribed.
• •Surgical care discussed in detail: a spay is specifically referenced, including a pre-op consultation that addressed the owner’s worries.
• •Handling nervous animals: one owner describes staff taking time to help a nervous dog feel safe and comfortable.
• •A note of disagreement on treatment approach: one 4-star review says the clinic “oversold what is needed initially,” while still recommending the practice.