Farm Vets in Mobberley

## Summary Ark Veterinary Surgery is an independent practice that’s been caring for pets since 1999, offering a broad small-animal service that also includes some exotic species. The clinic is set up for both routine care (vaccinations, microchipping, parasite control, nurse clinics, six‑month health checks) and more involved cases, with in‑house diagnostics (lab work, X‑ray and ultrasound) plus surgical options including orthopaedic, soft-tissue and laparoscopic (“keyhole”) surgery. In the latest reviews available to us, owners describe detailed, unhurried support during end‑of‑life appointments (talking them through each step and not rushing goodbyes), and ongoing management of complex conditions (one dog’s chemotherapy). There are also mixed experiences around puppy microchipping/vaccination: one reviewer reports feeling rushed, limited aftercare guidance unless they asked, and incorrect microchip registration details. ## Services Based on the clinic website summary and reviews, services mentioned include: - **Routine care:** consultations, vaccinations, parasite control, microchipping, six‑month health checks - **Nurse-led appointments:** nurse clinics (also reflected in a review describing a nurse appointment as part of a puppy pack) - **Dentistry** - **Diagnostics:** in‑house lab testing, **X‑ray**, **ultrasound** - **Surgery:** general surgery plus **soft tissue surgery**, **orthopaedic surgery**, and **laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery** (as listed by the practice) - **Therapies/rehab:** therapeutic laser therapy, physiotherapy - **Other practical services:** grooming & nail clipping, blood pressure checks, anal sac expression, pet travel documentation, home visits - **Emergency and out‑of‑hours:** the practice states that out‑of‑hours care is via **Woodcroft Veterinary Hospital**, which they describe as offering free advice and emergency consultations; one reviewer also reports the team stayed late to perform an emergency surgery rather than sending them to an out‑of‑hours clinic - **Species treated (per the clinic):** dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, ferrets (with “exotics” also mentioned by the practice) ## People - **David Walker (vet, mentioned in reviews):** thanked for support with **BVA hip and elbow scoring** for a dog; also repeatedly described as taking time to listen and explain, and as being involved over the years with ongoing cases. - **Beth (doctor/vet, mentioned in reviews):** described alongside David as taking time to explain and guide owners; mentioned by name in a long-term client review. - **Nurse Katie (mentioned in reviews):** described as gentle and reassuring, particularly during difficult periods with pets. - **Wider team (vets, assistants, receptionist):** one owner describes consistent professionalism and kindness during euthanasia appointments, including being talked through each step and not being rushed. ## Reviews **4.8 stars from 94 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Owners repeatedly mention **clear explanations and not feeling rushed**, including during emotionally difficult appointments such as euthanasia (being talked through the process step by step). - **Support with complex or urgent cases** is noted, including one owner describing help through a dog’s **chemotherapy** and another reporting the team **stayed late to perform emergency surgery**. - **Administrative/aftercare concerns appear in a minority of reviews:** one owner reports a stressful puppy vaccination/microchipping appointment, having to ask for aftercare advice, and **incorrect details on microchip registration**. - Practical, specific care examples include help arranging **BVA hip and elbow scoring** for a dog.