Medivet Flitwick

Medivet Flitwick is part of the Medivet group and is led by veterinary surgeon Nicolas Caron (“Nick”). The clinic offers routine consultations alongside on-site diagnostics including X-rays, ultrasound and an in-house lab, and the website notes separate cat and dog wards. Recent feedback consistently describes a kind, friendly team, easy booking, and prompt care for unwell pets.

Services

• •General veterinary care: routine consultations are offered, with reviews describing thorough examinations, clear explanations, and medication prescribed for a sick dog that reportedly improved within 24 hours.
• •Diagnostics and monitoring: the clinic lists an in-house laboratory, X-rays, ultrasound and ECG.
• •Surgery and procedural care: dentistry, nurse clinics and surgery are listed; recent reviews specifically mention a spay, including a pre-op consultation where the plan was explained in detail and questions were answered.
• •Species treated and facilities: the website says the practice sees cats, dogs, rabbits and small mammals, with separate cat and dog wards.
• •Other services: home visits and Animal Health Certificates are listed on the website.
• •Out-of-hours arrangements: out-of-hours care is provided by Vets Now Barton-le-Clay and Medivet 24 Hour Watford.

Pricing

Published prices suggest the clinic sits above average for cost, based on a partial sample of comparable services. The website lists an out-of-hours consultation fee from £324.50 including VAT at Vets Now Barton-le-Clay, and £149 at Medivet 24 Hour Watford; the Watford hospital also states there is no charge for assessment by phone. Review feedback is mostly focused on care and service, though one reviewer felt some treatment was oversold initially.

People

• •Nicolas Caron (“Nick”) — Veterinary Surgeon and clinic lead: named in a review about a very poorly older cat, where he is described as patient, friendly, caring and professional.
• •Reception/front-desk team: repeatedly praised in reviews for being friendly, helpful and easy to deal with when booking appointments.
• •Wider clinical team: reviews describe vets and staff as knowledgeable, kind and good at explaining treatment plans, including during a spay workup and when helping a nervous dog feel safe.

Reviews

Google shows 4.9 stars from 312 reviews. Recent feedback is very positive overall, with a few clear themes

• •Friendly, caring staff: many reviewers describe the team as kind, welcoming and genuinely focused on animals' welfare.
• •Good access and easy booking: owners mention being fitted in at short notice, quick appointment booking, and one report of a sick dog being seen within 45 minutes of the initial call.
• •Clear communication: several reviews highlight detailed explanations, questions being answered well, and a reassuring pre-op consultation before a spay.
• •Calm handling of pets: reviewers describe staff being patient and gentle, including taking time to help a nervous dog feel comfortable; the main criticism mentioned is one reviewer’s view that some treatment was oversold at the start.