University of Liverpool - Leahurst Farm Animal Practice

University of Liverpool – Leahurst Farm Animal Practice is part of the University of Liverpool’s Veterinary School (a university-run teaching setting rather than a corporate chain). Based on the website, the wider campus has extensive facilities (research and diagnostic laboratories and diagnostic-image viewing suites), and reviews describe cases involving advanced diagnostics such as MRI and CT. Owners also mention practical communication touches like vets taking time to explain options and making progress-report calls when pets stay in.

Services

• •Advanced diagnostics and imaging (as described in reviews): MRI scan and CT scan.
• •Post-mortem examinations (as described in reviews): owners report dropping pets off for a post-mortem.
• •In-patient updates (as described in reviews): progress-report calls while a pet is staying, plus calls with test results.
• •Emergency care: clinic data lists emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours) (no further detail provided).
• •Facilities noted on the website (campus-wide): research and diagnostic laboratories; diagnostic-image viewing suites; clinical skills laboratory.

People

• •Veterinary team and students: multiple reviews mention both students and staff, with owners describing clear explanations of problems and treatment options, and staff being helpful when navigating the campus.
• •Communication style (from reviews): vets “take time explaining everything,” make sure owners understand options, and provide progress updates and test-result calls.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.9 stars from 36 reviews. “”

• •Clear explanations around complex cases: owners mention MRI/CT results and being guided through “what to do next.”
• •Ongoing updates: progress-report calls during hospital stays and follow-up calls with test results are specifically mentioned.
• •Support during serious illness: reviews reference cancer care and appreciation for how the pet was looked after.
• •On-site experience: one reviewer found it confusing to know where to go on campus, but said staff were “lovely and helpful.”