Ark Veterinary Surgery – Vets in Mobberley
Clinic Overview
- Recent feedback is largely very positive, with owners often describing the team as kind, calm, and welcoming from reception through to the vets. - A recurring theme is clear explanations without feeling rushed, especially during emotionally difficult euthanasia appointments where owners say they were talked through each step and given time to say goodbye. - Reviews also mention support with more involved cases, including chemotherapy, emergency surgery carried out late in the day, and BVA hip and elbow scoring.
Ark Veterinary Surgery in Mobberley has been caring for pets since 1999 and is now part of CVS. It offers broad small-animal care, including some exotic species, with routine appointments alongside in-house diagnostics such as lab work, X-ray and ultrasound. Surgical options listed include soft-tissue, orthopaedic and laparoscopic procedures, and out-of-hours care is arranged through Woodcroft Veterinary Hospital.
Services
- •Routine and preventive care: consultations, vaccinations, parasite control, microchipping, six-month health checks, and nurse clinics. Recent reviews also mention puppy-pack appointments and support for elderly pets.
- •Diagnostics and monitoring: in-house lab testing, X-ray, ultrasound, and blood pressure checks.
- •Surgery and more advanced care: general surgery, soft-tissue surgery, orthopaedic surgery, and laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery. Reviews also describe support with complex treatment, including one dog’s chemotherapy and an occasion where the team stayed late for emergency surgery.
- •Dentistry and rehabilitation: dentistry, therapeutic laser therapy, and physiotherapy.
- •Practical support services: grooming and nail clipping, anal sac expression, pet travel documentation, and home visits.
- •Species seen: dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, ferrets, and some exotics. Recent reviews include care for a pet rat, including compassionate end-of-life support.
- •Emergency arrangements: out-of-hours care is through Woodcroft Veterinary Hospital.
Pricing
Published prices suggest the clinic sits around average, based on a partial sample of comparable services. Recent reviews focus more on care and staff support than on pricing.
People
- •David Walker: frequently praised for taking time to listen and explain, and specifically thanked for helping with a dog’s BVA hip and elbow scoring.
- •Bethany (also referred to as Beth): named in reviews as a vet who is gentle, kind, thorough, and unhurried.
- •Nurse Katie: repeatedly mentioned for being calm, compassionate, and reassuring, especially during difficult periods.
- •Jeff: highlighted for patience and a good manner with a dog that dislikes being handled.
- •Sophie and Ruth: reception team members thanked for being welcoming, polite, and personable.
- •Wider team: reviews also mention kind and professional support from veterinary assistants, reception staff, and the broader clinical team.
Reviews
Ark Veterinary Surgery has 4.8 stars from 98 Google reviews.
- •Recent feedback is largely very positive, with owners often describing the team as kind, calm, and welcoming from reception through to the vets.
- •A recurring theme is clear explanations without feeling rushed, especially during emotionally difficult euthanasia appointments where owners say they were talked through each step and given time to say goodbye.
- •Reviews also mention support with more involved cases, including chemotherapy, emergency surgery carried out late in the day, and BVA hip and elbow scoring.
- •A small minority of feedback is less positive: one reviewer felt a puppy vaccination and microchipping appointment was rushed, with limited aftercare guidance unless asked, and said the microchip registration details were entered incorrectly.
