21st May – We continue to offer an urgent health service and medicine supply for our patients. In addition to puppy and kitten vaccinations, we are now also offering adult cat and rabbit vaccinations. We are able to neuter all cats and rabbits. All appointments are conducted in a socially distanced manner to comply with RCVS guidance.

Ideally please use Petsapp for routine enquires, making appointments and ordering medicines. If you cannot use the app please email info@castlevets.co.uk, bearing in mind our response time to these will be slower. If you are concerned about an animal in your care, please use the usual telephone number to contact the duty vet.

The practice is working towards opening up more fully next month.

Castle Veterinary Clinic

Dorchester

Google Rating

4.7

Castle Vets

4.7

Johanne Spark

16:46 03 May 20

I've got a puppy who needed his vaccination, they responded very quickly

Anthea Anderson

18:11 05 Mar 20

Been going there for more than 20 years with various cats. Wouldn't go anywhere else. They are brilliant

Kay Kelsall

19:43 03 Mar 20

We can never thank Castle vets enough for the outstanding care over 10 years for our amazing dog Alfie. As well as all the routine checks, vaccinations and general care, they recognised aged 3 that he would need life changing knee surgery to prolong his life, which would have been shortened considerably had we opted for pain relief only, and which also improved his quality of life. He loved visiting both the Weymouth and Dorchester surgeries and all the staff always welcomed him despite his boisterous greetings which sometimes involved paws on the reception desk and knocking down of displays! When we became concerned that he was seriously ill, they were prompt and sensitive in their investigations and in giving us dreaded news, helping us to digest the implications for Alfie. This meant that we made the right decisions for him and he had a good last week of life with a final walk on the beach, a final visit to his favourite dog friendly pub (the Springhead at Sutton Poyntz and the last thing he actually ate - some carvery pork) - and time at home resting on the sofa, going down the garden, or sitting outside sniffing the air. When we saw a deterioration which signalled that he was uncomfortable, we called the vets and within 40 minutes, despite being nearly midnight, Kirsty the vet and Roxy, veterinary nurse, arrived at our house and made sure that Alfie's death was a calm, peaceful and dignified one. They must have been tired, but they sat on the floor with us all reminiscing about him, stroking him, talking to him and crying and only left, over an hour later, when we were ready. Alfie loved Castle vets and we do too.

vanessa turner

17:53 11 Jan 20

Absolutely outstanding service. All staff wonderful and the vets are incredible. Highly recommend

Clare rutland

13:49 09 Jan 20

Very professional vets. Treated my dog with great kindness and compassion on his final visit. Thank you

sharon Price

08:01 02 Jan 20

Most caring vets I have ever known...my boy was seriously ill and I couldnt have asked for better care for him...unfortunately he lost the fight but not without vets pulling out all the stops to save him....they let me visit and stay with him for hours while he was still here and after

Chiron James

13:47 26 Oct 19

I am so impressed with this Vets. Giles was particularly helpful, calm and patient with our many questions regarding our new dog. He was informative, kind and seemed to genuinely have the time of day (which from past experience is rare). The reception staff were courteous and helpful and we signed up for their monthly plan which started straight away with flea and worm treatment included. We are really happy customers and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Castle Vets to any other pet owner. Thank you!

John Brayne

09:39 10 Oct 19

Very friendly helpful staff when I just called about signing my poorly dog up to them however when it comes to money and payment they are no different to all the others. My dog has 2 lifelong conditions and she is insured well however they don’t do direct claims from the insurance company so you have to find the money yourself and then claim back off the insurance company yourself. That’s ok maybe for £100 or so but when you consider my girl has just had a claim go in for £5000 then not all of us have that type of money lay around. I’m very disappointed that they offer nothing different than the big corporate vets. Licence to print money I think.

Dave White

22:34 25 Sep 19

All our cats are registered here. Compared to two other veterinarians in Dorchester, we find these the best. A little bit more expensive, but they do have our full confidence.

Sian Williams

16:47 20 Aug 19

Fantastic vets, caring, welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly. Take both my cats here and would highly recommend.

Adam Lapworth

16:19 18 Aug 19

Honest friendly great service and no pressuring sales techniques like some chains locally 👌

Adam Lapworth

16:19 18 Aug 19

Honest friendly great service and no pressuring sales techniques like some chains locally 👌

David McCauley

19:31 04 Aug 19

A good professional service

Jenny Webster

01:14 02 Jun 19

Kind friendly staff. Clean and well equipped. Good vets who care for their patients!

sharon Price

11:28 11 May 19

Colette McKenney

21:09 22 Apr 19

Empathetic service from all staff members, especially date Suzanna

Pat Goddard

14:24 24 Feb 19

Highly recommend Castle Vets . Had to call them out sadly to put my 13 yr old dog to sleep, it was done with the most loving care & respect for Bracken . They never fail in there treatment of my animals ,

lisa holmes

18:48 20 Feb 19

Wouldn’t take my cat anywhere else. Caring and professional. Not sure Moo would agree!

Gracie-Lou Simmonds

18:02 14 Feb 19

Great Veterinary Practice. Staff all very welcoming. Would definitely recommend anyone to take their Loved Pets here 🐾💖🐾

Gracie-Lou Simmonds

18:02 14 Feb 19

Great Veterinary Practice. Staff all very welcoming. Would definitely recommend anyone to take their Loved Pets here 🐾💖🐾

robbob tomps

23:08 01 Dec 18

All staff are helpful and attentive. Quite pricey treatments but when you need a vet, choice is limited. Good location and free parking. The waiting room is a bit dull following a recent renovation but very clean and tidy.

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Telephone

01305 267083

info@castlevets.co.uk

Address

Poundbury Business Centre
Middle Farm Way
Poundbury DT1 3WA

Opening hours

Open for consultations, operations and medicine collection by appt only.

Opening hours

Mon, Tue, Thu8am – 6pm

Wed, Fri8am – 7.30pm

Sat8am – 1pm

Sun10am – 12pm

About the practice

Our Dorchester Vet practice staff are a friendly and knowledgeable team who pride themselves on always striving to match the needs of both you and your pet. We are a highly trained and experienced bunch, offering a phenomenal standard of vet care to the local community in Dorchester (Poundbury).

Our main branch is a barn conversion, one of the only original buildings found in Poundbury, on the west side of Dorchester.