Rushden Vets – Vets in Rushden
Clinic Overview
Rushden Vets in Rushden, Northamptonshire is part of IVC Evidensia and also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. The practice offers a Pet Health Club® Plus plan, with online appointment booking, pet registration and medication ordering available. Recent feedback continues to highlight clear explanations, kind handling of nervous pets, and a friendly, welcoming team.
Services
- •General consultations and routine care: Consultations, routine health checks, vaccinations and boosters are part of the core service, with recent reviews mentioning first visits for new pet owners as well as regular 6‑monthly checks.
- •Support for nervous or reactive pets: Several owners describe calmer visits for anxious dogs, including smoother booster appointments and health checks for pets that usually find vet visits stressful.
- •Ongoing treatment and medication support: Reviews mention pets being examined, diagnosed and treated when unwell, along with support for ongoing medication. Online medication ordering is also available.
- •Care for a range of pets: Feedback covers dogs, cats and rats, including positive comments about the team’s experience with rat care.
- •Flexible, supportive day-to-day care: Recent reviewers mention quick or last-minute appointments, being fitted in after a missed slot, and a generally welcoming front-desk experience.
- •Veterinary nurse training: The practice is also noted as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Pricing
No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.
People
- •Dr. Theo (vet): Praised for explaining things clearly and helping owners feel at ease, especially during first visits.
- •Dawn (staff member; role not specified): Previously mentioned for patiently answering questions before a first appointment and giving helpful advice over the phone.
- •Libby (assistant): Highlighted for being especially helpful and sharing practical tips for caring for pet rats.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.6/5 from 261 reviews. Recent feedback is very positive overall.
- •Owners frequently mention a friendly, welcoming atmosphere, with reception staff described as helpful and the practice noted as bright, clean and tidy.
- •Reviews repeatedly praise the team’s clear communication and reassuring manner, especially for first-time pet owners and during stressful situations.
- •Several owners highlight the practice’s handling of anxious or reactive pets, saying their dogs felt calmer than expected during checks, boosters and examinations.
- •Recent comments also mention quick appointment availability, flexibility when plans change, and thoughtful personal touches such as engaging well with children and giving dogs treats.

