Companion Care (Belfast) Ltd T/A Vets4Pets

Companion Care (Belfast) Ltd trades as Vets4Pets and is part of the Vets4Pets network. The practice says it opened in 2013 and has an in-house lab, diagnostic imaging including digital X-ray, ultrasound and dental X-ray, an operating theatre, and an isolation unit. It also says it is a veterinary nurse training facility and uses Vets Now for out-of-hours care.

Services

• •Diagnostics and monitoring: In-house laboratory testing including biochemistry and haematology, plus blood pressure monitoring. The clinic also lists digital X-ray, ultrasound, and dental X-ray.
• •Surgery and inpatient care: An operating theatre, isolation unit, and separate dog and cat wards are listed.
• •Dentistry: General dentistry is offered, supported by dental imaging. Reviews also mention pets being seen for teeth work, alongside blood tests and ear care.
• •Routine and preventive care: Microchipping is listed, and one reviewer mentioned getting an immediate appointment so their dog could be chipped in time for travel.
• •General consultations: Reviews describe appointments for unwell cats and dogs, including thorough assessments, clear explanations, and handling of more anxious pets.
• •Out-of-hours: The practice says it offers an out-of-hours support line, with Vets Now named as the out-of-hours provider.

Pricing

A very limited amount of published pricing suggests the clinic may sit below average, but this is based on very few comparable services. Reviews also mention clear upfront discussion of costs, including being told when some tests might not be needed.

People

No individual vets or nurses are named here. Reviews consistently refer to the reception team, nurses, and vets as friendly, thorough, and good at putting pets at ease, with one negative comment about rude reception staff and long waits.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.8/5 from 265 reviews. Recent feedback is largely positive, with a smaller number of complaints about access and waiting times.

• •Several reviewers describe the team as professional, caring, and knowledgeable, including positive experiences with sick cats being seen and treated promptly.
• •Owners often mention clear explanations, thorough appointments, and staff who are good with nervous or difficult dogs.
• •Practical examples in reviews include microchipping for travel, blood tests, and dental and ear care.
• •Negative comments include reports of waiting up to an hour for an appointment and one complaint that a non-registered dog was not offered a Saturday appointment.