Goring Veterinary Centre

Goring Veterinary Centre in Reading is part of CVS and is marked as a veterinary nurse training facility. It appears to offer a broad veterinary service for common pets, covering routine care as well as surgery, diagnostics and referral support, with out-of-hours emergencies handled by MiNightVet. Recent feedback most strongly highlights supportive care during cancer treatment, gentle end-of-life care, and a calm approach with anxious pets.

Services

•Routine and preventive care: consultations, vaccinations, microchipping, neutering, parasite control, nurse clinics, blood pressure checks and six-month health checks. Reviews include a joint cat-and-dog vaccination booking and long-term general care for an older dog.
•Diagnostics and treatment: surgery including dentistry, in-house blood testing, ultrasound and X-rays. One owner specifically praised the vet’s care and persistence in trying to work out the cause of a limping cat’s problem.
•Ongoing and complex care: support for longer-term illness is a clear theme in reviews, including help for a dog after a cancer diagnosis. Referral services are also listed for orthopaedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, cardiology, dermatology and ophthalmology.
•End-of-life care: euthanasia and end-of-life support are a prominent part of recent feedback, with owners describing a gentle, patient approach and care that preserved their pet’s dignity.
•Additional services and species: grooming and nail clipping, anal sac expression, puppy parties, home visits and acupuncture are listed. Care is also listed for dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets and small furries/birds.
•Emergency arrangements: during normal opening hours, emergencies are handled by the practice; out of hours, emergency care is provided by MiNightVet.

Pricing

Published prices suggest the clinic sits above average, based on a partial sample of comparable services.

People

Named in reviews are Jo, Rachel, Connor and Emma. Owners particularly praise Jo for ongoing support during a dog’s cancer care, and thank Jo, Rachel, Connor, Emma and the wider team for compassionate end-of-life support. Reviews also mention a friendly, helpful front-desk team and a caring vet who took time with an anxious cat.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.8/5 from 57 reviews.

•Reviews are largely very positive about the clinic’s kindness and empathy, especially in difficult situations.
•End-of-life care stands out as a repeated strength, with owners describing staff as patient, gentle and focused on giving pets dignity, while also supporting families afterwards.
•Owners also mention ongoing support for serious illness, including a dog with cancer, and a calm, caring approach with nervous pets, such as a cat frightened of vet visits.
•One negative review reported a cancelled vaccination appointment and difficulty reaching the clinic by phone, describing the communication as rude and unprofessional.

Reviews for Goring Veterinary Centre

Note: Showing the 10 most recent Google reviews out of 57 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

Leanna Palmer

10 months ago

I’ve been coming here for as long as I can remember. Jo and team have been amazing with my little dog Millie who was diagnosed with cancer back in March. They have been so supportive and go above and beyond. Thank you Jo and team💓

Sarah Minihan

1 year ago

Last week, out of the blue, we had to have our beautiful dog, Jess, put to sleep. The whole team at the vets went out of their way to help us make such a horrid situation a little easier. From their love and kindness to Jess, affording her every dignity they possibly could, to their empathic, patient and gentle treatment of us, they have been amazing. Not only last week, but they continue to be thoughtful and kind, offering help wherever they can. Jo, Rachel, Connor, Emma and the rest of the team, thank you. And if you ever find yourself looking for a brilliant vets practice, look no further.

A J

2 years ago

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Giles Wade

Laura Bilbe

Had a really excellent experience there last week with my cat. The lady on the front desk was really friendly and helpful, and the vet was very caring and did a great job trying to figure out why my (terrified of the vet) cat was limping. Highly recommend.

Hilary Warren

3 years ago

Our Border Terrier Rafferty was with Goring Vets for most of his life and they looked after him with great attention and care. All the staff are friendly and relaxed, while being efficient and professional. When Rafferty very sadly had to be put down recently they were sensitive and empathetic and I can thoroughly recommend them as a veterinary practice.

Haroon Rafique

Rude. Disrespectful. Booked a joint vaccination appointment with cat & dog. Told them on the phone car journeys traumatise the cat so we only do it once a year. On the day they missed called us once. We tried calling back 15+ times to no response. No voicemail message. On arrival we sat waiting for over 30 minutes before they decided to tell us that they had cancelled the appointment and couldn't get through to us. We took a day off and traumatised the cat for nothing. We find this rude and unprofessional. Not even a second attempt to contact us, no voicemail, didn't try both numbers. Much to improve.